Does the Invisibleshield cover the whole phone or is it just a screen protector?
It covers pretty much the entire rear and the screen. There is no cover for the 'frame' of the front.
IMHO It's very tough, quite tricky to put on the back (of an XDA Mini S with textured surface) and would have been better if it covered the exposed front parts (but I guess the various button and LEDs get in the way).
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The Invisible shield comes in two styles. One is for the whole phone the other just for the screen. I have a Cingular 8125 with the whole phone style. The kit comes in precut pieces which you apply to various areas of the phone. So it offers a fair amount of protection but does leave some gaps. The screen cover is the best I have ever used.
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Does the Invisibleshield cover the whole phone or is it just a screen protector?
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I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
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I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
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Yes, the screen protector is worth the money. I would suggest buying directly from their website. They do not charge for delivery as they do on ebay
invisible shields are THE BEST screen protectors hands-down. I have been using them for ipods, cameras, and all my phones. It's always the first accessory I buy. I'm using one on my 8125.
Easy to put on, doesnt scratch, STRONG, and wont leave a residue if you choose to remove it- which you never will do and it will never come off, either. Plus they have a lifetime guarantee. Highly recommended for any gadgets.
Best piece of gear hands down. I have the "Full Body" on my 8125 and just a screen protector on another. I bought direct since I live here in Salt Lake City, UT. As for somebody saying it never comes off once it is on us untrue. Just respray it and carefully lift an edge and it will come off. :wink:
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I just tried to put mine on today, and it didn't cover the entire screen. It's like alot of screen protectors that I've used in that it leaves a 1-2 millimeter gap around the edge. I decided not to use it, and opted to use my WriteShield screen protector that I got from PocketPCTechs. I've tried their AG and C* (clear) screen protectors, and the C* screen protector is the clearest screen protector I've ever seen. And it cover the entire screen of the 8125.
Having said that, I went ahead and put the rest of the InvisibleShield protectors on the rest of my 8125 and I like it. I've got and IS on my IPOD also, and it does a pretty good job.
However, removing is does leave some residue. Like the one for the 8125 the IPOD version comes in multiple sections, and I didn't like the placement of a the pieces that go over the circular sections of the IPOD, so I decided to remove them and maybe try to re-apply them. When I pulled them off, they left a gummy, glue like residue. I did manage to clean it up with some GooBGone. I'm not sure if I'll be able to re-apply those pieces or not since they are not "clear" any more. Maybe there's a way to wash them or something to clean them up.
I may have done something wrong (and if I have, someone please tell me what it was cause I realy like the IS for my IPOD), but I couldn't find anything on their website which gave any instuctions for removing.
Does the 1-2 mm gap around the edge really make a huge difference?
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It does to me. Invariably I would always slide of the edge with the pen. Plus it's kinda noticible when you look at it. It's more of a personal thing really. If you're OK with it, then I think the protector that comes with the IS would be a really good one. I just like to have to whole screen covered.
You do know you can order the IS a custom size to fit your needs.
Here's my review of the Invisible Shield, which I installed onto my 8125 earlier this week.
The quality of the material is excellent. I have no doubts this will save my entire phone from bumps and bruises. However putting the stuff on left me hating and liking it at intervals during the "ordeal". Unless one has steady hands and lots of patience it would be nearly impossible to put the pieces on without getting your finger prints on the underside of each piece. The adhesive is seriously good.
I did manage to get all the pieces on, after about 90 minutes. I did have to rinse the screen cover several times in order to clean the underside of smudges left by my fingers. I also had to lift a corner once to take out a bubble that just would not come otherwise. Even at that I was not impressed with how the screen looked immediately after applying it. But now, 4 days later I have to say that the claims of the bubbles working themselves out over time are entirely accurate. The shield is now crystal clear and undoubtedly a good protective device.
The material also has the characteristic of making the phone very grippy. I like that about it. What I don't like so much is that there are many pieces, and you can feel the edge of each one when you hold or handle the phone. This is because the material is thick, and that helps to provide the protection, but it takes some getting used to. The grip can be felt when using the stylus as well, but fortunately the digitizer on the screen is very sensitive so a light touch works well, and this minimizes the drag created by the material.
My final impression is that the kit is worth the money. It will protect the phone from all but the most careless handling, or serious accident. It is nearly invisible and makes for a better, albeit edgy, grip. I wouldn't want to apply it again, but then I shouldn't have to given its toughness. Perhaps next time I'll pay someone else to apply it for me. ;o)
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FYI. I purchased mine (full cover) for my 8125 at a mall kiosk. They guy asked me if I wanted him to install it as it is tricky.
I have little patience for such things (like airplane models), so I had him install it for $5 extra.
It was WELL WORTH IT!!! The install was top-notch and I am very, very happy.
Could someone post the picture (front, back, side) of the MDA or 8125 with invisibleshield in it. I know that it might be difficult to see it clearly since the shield is almost invisible. Could someone put some arrows in the picture on where the shield is applied. I would like to see which area gets covered before buying it. TIA.
I contacted the seller and asked for the picture. But they don't have it.
Also, once you apply the invisibleshield, can you safely carry the MDA naked in a purse together with all kinds of stuff such as keys, pens, notes, etc?
I'd like to see some photos as well
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I've just ordered an MDA Vario and it's going to take a little time to reach me (I'm not currently in the UK). Before it gets here I'm trying to work out which screen protector to buy. Has anyone tried the Invisible Shield protector? The material looks superb and I've read load of good things about their performance on iPods.
My current PDA is a Tungsten T3 and I have a Martin Fields screen protector on it. (MF protector for Wizard here).
I love the MF but am really interested in hearing experiences with the IS if anyone on these forums has tried it.
Yeah i want one too but was wondering, do they leave any marks when you peel them off afterwards? From the glue and stuff?
Quality screen protectors like Martin Fields and the IS should leave nothing behind after they're removed.
I think brando screen protector is not bad too. Im currently using it.
I have change 2 screen protector since I got my wizard.
- Expansys, Cant fit in properly. Bubble occur after stick in.
i've tried 3 different screen protectors, then i used pocketpctechs AG shield and i'm not gonna try anything else. It's perfect, reusable, no glue is used and installation is pretty simple. also it comes with screen cleaners and all that. highly recommended
For me brando's would be ok. I usually have the store person do the application since I can't do it on my own [I messed up 2 protectors when I tried doing it at home]. I'd say choose one that isn't adhesive but static that way no residue is left on the screen when you remove it. also most of them are washable/reusable... if you find a scratch on the side you use most often [i.e. the area along the SIP] just have it removed and re-installed reversed [not the face but the top and bottom].
The Brando ultraclear is OK. If you prefer a non-glossy one, the Brando regular is perfect (you will lose a bit of brightness).
I like www.boxwave.com 's version
They have a anti-glare, and a regular one, they are washable you can remove them and wash them under soap and water and reapply, they come with cloth cleaner, and a little scraper thing that helps get the bubbles out.
Here's a super cheap solution, and it works GREAT for me.
I went to Staples and bought a package of baseball card protector pages that are designed to fit into a 3-ring binder. The size of each card holder is just slightly larger than the screen on the MDA.
What I did was take a straight edge and X-Acto knife and cut a small piece of plastic that is a couple millimeters larger than the screen on each side. I simply tuck the plastic I've trimmed under the lip between the device and screen, and it holds in place just fine.
No adhesive, no mess, easy as pie, and the entire package of plastic sleeves was less than 3 bucks. It will surely last longer than the life of the device.
- Justin
Got my second Brando regular protector (first one wasn't returned when my magician was replaced). Fits perfect, very scratch-resistant & the anti-glare is very useful while navigating in the car.
Cheers, M
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i've tried 3 different screen protectors, then i used pocketpctechs AG shield and i'm not gonna try anything else. It's perfect, reusable, no glue is used and installation is pretty simple. also it comes with screen cleaners and all that. highly recommended
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Same here.. I have used BoxWave, wich are also very good, but WriteShields from pocketpctechs are great.
I also had an "InvivibleShield" on my 8125 for a couple minutes. I installed it and saw that it was not plum on, so I went to take it off and reinstall.. When I removed it I thought I was going to pull my screen up with the protector. Stay away from those things... I then tested those claims they make on the website, about being indestructible. Pens had no trouble getting through, and scissors went through like soft butter.
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I bought a boxwave and was not happy with the glare free one. I have used them on my Treos and liked them, but the one that came for my wizard sucked. It really blurred the screen and made it look like a prism. Maybe it was defective, but I ended up buying another one from javoedge and I am quite happy with it.
just my $.02
greg
I also got an anti-glare from boxware, it does have issues however I emailed them about it and they are getting a new one that doesn't have the issues and they should have it in about a week. To make it even better they created a gift order for the new one for me.
I've tried a number of the commercial screen protectors in the past and wasn't happy with any of them. Of course, there is the ridiculous cost for a little piece of plastic.
The best solution I have found is to use clear vinyl sheeting that you can find at any fabric store, typically for a couple of dollars US per yard. Just cut to fit your screen, clean your screen, wash your hands and vinyl rectangle with liquid hand soap, shake off as much water as possible (but not all), and attach and smooth out bubbles.
Benefits:
- Minimal screen image degradation as compared to many commercial screen protectors
- No adhesives to gunk up the screen
- Lasts 6 months or so
- Easy to replace
- Costs about a nickle per cover
I also have the pocketpctechs write shield anti-glare.
Comes in a nice kit, can't tell its there when the screen is on.
http://www.pocketpctechs.com/main.asp?unit=Cingular_8125-559&area=home
I bought mine from www.nushield.com, but I haven´t been able to apply the first one to my screen.
I´ve used them on my Handspring Visor Edge and on my Himalaya with very good results, but on the Wizard, I just can´t get it installed. Will keep you posted!
Stefan out
Brando screen protector, Boxwave and Martin Fields are my favorites!
I've heard a lot about this Brando, but it is a bit too expensive for me for a piece of plastic. I think they are selling for GBP7+ in eBay. I wonder, is it so good? I've been looking for those 'card' type screen protector that is ultra easy to apply and bubble free because the protector itself feels like a card. Imagine, since the protector is like a card, it is impossible to get bubble under it. Anyone know where in the net I can get one card type for UK??
BTW, I've bought the 'Sensifilm' protector from eBay. It said many things, but of the two thing, antiglare and antiscractch is 100% bluff. Mine still give me glare and it has been scratched like mad with my stylus. Either the HTC is very bad in designing a stylus, or the screen protector is terribly weak. I think the weak protector is a more likely answer.
30$ for a screen protector. That is so silly. I got a protector for my psp for 6$ and it works great. Geez, pocketpctechs is a rip.
Cant i get some from a local store instead?
I can highly recommend Brando UltraClear too! Easy to attach, not visible when attached carefully, no reduction of brightness - display looks like without one (for those who do not like the reflection of the display: buy the Brando classic).
Regards
Carsten
Anyone managed to leave a screen protector on for more than 24hrs without cracking and peeling it off? Every now and again I buy one and try again but it never lasts - just doesnt feel right. Thus might be an irrelevant post but I've just done it again for the 4th time and I'm begining to feel ocd about the whole thing and I'm looking for re-assurance
We "need" screen protectors so that the companies that make them can make more money.
I've never seen a screen protector do anything useful. In fact, I've seen just as many phones with broken screens with screen protectors as without.
<---Used to be a cell phone sales monkey
Only difference I noticed so far is that it does not get dirty so fast and the protector is easier to clean than display itself. So it is good for lazy people
uh, screen protectors prevent scratches to the screen...they're not made to protect against cracks due to dropping the device or some such thing.
I've used a screen protector on a device for over a year before with no problems. I can't imagine how a screen protector could possibly crack though, unless it was just total crap material.
OMG I carried my TyTN around in the nasty carry case for 2 weeks before i bought a screen protector. Aslong as you buy a good one you will NEVER notice it and prevent MANY unsightly scratches being on your screen.
@cdyat which screen protector did you try?!?
They Suck
I used a screen saver on my Wizard and hermes, After updating my Hermes 8525 to Black 2.0 I could not figure out why I had to tap so damn hard on the lower left hand side of the screen, sometimes it would just make my calendar go nuts, I thought it was the Rom update, I turned the Pocket PC off and took off the screen saver and now it runs sooo sweet
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OMG I carried my TyTN around in the nasty carry case for 2 weeks before i bought a screen protector. Aslong as you buy a good one you will NEVER notice it and prevent MANY unsightly scratches being on your screen.
@cdyat which screen protector did you try?!?
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Keep replacing it with the standard tytn one - better suggestions are welcome
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uh, screen protectors prevent scratches to the screen...they're not made to protect against cracks due to dropping the device or some such thing.
I've used a screen protector on a device for over a year before with no problems. I can't imagine how a screen protector could possibly crack though, unless it was just total crap material.
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Its not the screen protector that cracks. Its me!! I see bubbles, the screen feels unresponsive and I worry about if the adhesive will come off ok. Guess I need a firmer grip on reality
SP (Screen Protector) quality differs. I have had a Palm before which I bought some cheap sales SP for £2 for 10 pieces, that never last, in fact, the SP itself got scratches all over. Then later, I bought one at eBay, which said to be good, relatively cheap, £5 for 2, that is not good either. THEN, after I read one of the thread here, upon the members recommendation, I bought one from Brando, for £7, that WORKS. Not only it is easy to apply (it feels like a card, which makes it easy to get rid of bubbles), it so clear that it is as good as the screen without a SP. However, I do find that the SP is much reflective than the screen.
Anyway, SP is there so that IF things happens, your screen get protected (from scratch). No, SP don't protect your screen from being smashed. Anyway, you may not know it, but from my experience, I do find some hard residue (while writing with my stylus) on my screen if I don't clean the screen as often. I suspect those may came from the fact that I use my finger to operate the phone most of the time, and also probably, dust/particles get stick to your face (which got transferred to the screen when you answer the phone) in the windy UK.
I would recommend others to get a SP, that is like £7 protection against a £50 (?) price drop on your sale price if your screen get scratched (thats one of my main concern when buying one). Do a search on this forum, the thread on SP recommendation has also recommend another brand too, which I can't remember.
As those who have experienced bad SP, do tell us the brand of the SP that you've bought. So as others can avoid.
I use the martin fields screen protector, sooo worth it. The screen is no less readable and the styles is just as responsive as it was before the SP.
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Pocket PC Techs make great protectors. They cost a lot but last months...plus they can be rinsed and re applied.
I'm using a screen protector on my 8525. I haven't cracked yet despite a couple of small bubbles.. But.. They're worth their weight in gold. Having scratched the displays on my 8125 and my hx4705 prior to getting screen protectors on them, I made sure when I got hte 8525 one right away.
I use the Boxwave Antiglare.. Love it.. Love the feel of it too, by comparison to the regular screen.. No issues with tapping or anything either..
I'm using the one that came with my 8525. I can tell you that my last phone/pda has scratches all over the screen from hours of playing solitair. There is also a small scratched spot in the upper right corner of the screen from tapping to close programs over the course of 2 years. I think I'll be keeping a protector on this one.
Total waste of money...
I have carried a PDA with me every day since the first USR Palm Pilot, and had a mobile phone since they were the size and weight of a brick, and I have never ever managed to scratch the screen on either.
My wife managed to smash the plastic screen cover on her Nokia once, but a "screen protector" wouldn't have helped that. Keep it in a case when not in use I say.
I tried a "screen protector" once, (someone gave me as a gift). Horrible. Why not just use a comdom on your stylis?
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I tried a "screen protector" once, (someone gave me as a gift). Horrible. Why not just use a comdom on your stylis?
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Thanks for sharing your secret Need some for my fingers too.
I like the ones from shieldzone, been using them on my last few devices.
I'm a screen protector believer, BUT they really vary. I prefer the glossy style vs the non-glare/matt finish types as the matt versions seem to make the display harder to see in bright conditions and are harder to clean.
For the Hermes, I like the Boxwave "Crystal" version. It was like $12 for one or 20ish for 3. It's virtually invisible, no bubbles, and the glossy surface is very easy to clean
I am using Boxwave Antiglare. The display is readable and I have noticed improvement in readability in direct sunlight (although it sucks anyway). Also I like the feeling of the screen protector better when working with stylus (somebody told it resembles paper which I do not agree but it definitely is something different than plain display). Also it does not show fingerprints. And well, as with everything else you get what you pay for.
www.boxwave.com, i've had mine on since the second i opened it, and its crystal clear. I used to have an old sony ericson p800, and after using it for a few years i noticed that near the bottom where i write it got very scratched up. Plus sometimes i put my phon ein my pocket with my keys, the last thing i want is to have a huge scratch on my screen.
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www.boxwave.com, i've had mine on since the second i opened it, and its crystal clear. I used to have an old sony ericson p800, and after using it for a few years i noticed that near the bottom where i write it got very scratched up. Plus sometimes i put my phon ein my pocket with my keys, the last thing i want is to have a huge scratch on my screen.
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I second the boxwave screen protectors, although I prefer the anti-glare one to the crystal clear one. It makes the TyTN screen 100x easier to read under florescent lighting. It's also very 'slick' so the stylus glides just as easily as on the real screen.
As long as you follow the instructions and put it on carefully, you won't have any bubbles or distortion. You can't even tell it's there.
InvisibleShield/ShieldZone makes a super strong screen protector, but I didn't like it too much because it was sort of 'sticky' on the stylus. It made it weird to write things on the screen (which I rarely do).
A screen protector is pretty important; your screen isn't made out of glass on the top layer -- that's just a thin layer of rather fragile plastic. If you gouge it on accident, your screen is toast, and that's a $250 USD repair.
Hi all it's me again lol. I wanted to know your guys' recommendations for screen protectors for our wonderful device. I know it's made of gorilla glass and that it's really durable, but I have more of an issue with leaving fingerprints on the screen and not being able to smoothly drag my fingers across the screen and I wanted to know if you guys knew of any screen protectors with more of a matte feel. Thanks!
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Hi all it's me again lol. I wanted to know your guys' recommendations for screen protectors for our wonderful device. I know it's made of gorilla glass and that it's really durable, but I have more of an issue with leaving fingerprints on the screen and not being able to smoothly drag my fingers across the screen and I wanted to know if you guys knew of any screen protectors with more of a matte feel. Thanks!
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http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-MB81...LGME/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1313820708&sr=8-2
Enjoy
Personally i don't use anything
If you get the anti-glare ones from Verizon, they definitely help. It gives you a matte look and also takes away some of the "prettiness" of the screen. I bought some because my daughter was making my screen filthy, but ended up taking it off.
I bought some Vizio screen cleaner at Walmart and use it every morning. It's supposed to protect as well as clean, and I've noticed a difference in the amount of smudges everyday.
I use the built in screen protector that came with my otterbox defender. LOVE IT!!!
i got the only matte one they offered in the Verizon store
despite a big ugly gouge at the bottom-left that i could have complained about when the employee put it on it's super awesome
if it takes from the prettiness of the screen, then my eyes are in ruins.
honestly if you've ever applied a slight blur filter to really colorful objects(aka ANIME LIKE), then you'd see it actually does favor
that and, no-1 likes to clean smudges/have their finger get caught when trying to drag across the screen, really annoying, good riddance smudges + glass finger hold
I bought some 3 pack on amazon for $0.69. Seems to work as good as the $10 ones at the store.
I Use ZAGG, Lifetime Guarantee/Warranty. The Only Thing It Costs You For A Replacement Is An Envelope And Stamp. You Can Get One For $24.99 Straight From ZAGG.
Motorola Droid X/X2
I Have The Clear One From Verizon. It Is Really Nice And Fingerprints Come Off Easily. Only Thing Wrong Is That The Verizon Rep Placed It On Crooked, But It Doesn't Really Matter Because Only A Slither Is Uncovered...That And The Face That I Am Lazy.
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I Have The Clear One From Verizon. It Is Really Nice And Fingerprints Come Off Easily. Only Thing Wrong Is That The Verizon Rep Placed It On Crooked, But It Doesn't Really Matter Because Only A Slither Is Uncovered...That And The Face That I Am Lazy.
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+1 To Being Lazy.
I'm on the fence with the whole screen protector thing, too ...
I put a ZAGG on my old HTC HD2 Leo, and had one of the mall kiosk guys put one on my wife's Incredible, but I couldn't get over the change in tactile feel and (what I perceived as) the loss in sharpness.
I dropped my DX2 for the first time last night and thank God it was in a decent case. The phone was unmolested - as was the case (a Yoobao plastic/rubber number that fits over the super extended battery) - but I practically had a coronary. I can only imagine if something had hit the screen on the way down to the concrete ...
Does anyone have personal experience with a screen protector actually protecting the screen from impact? Or do they more or less prevent some of those niggling scratches that inevitably plague the screen over time?
Pj
Positive They Only Are Meant For Scratches As There Is Not Strength Or Integrity With A 1/16in Of Clear Flexible Plastic. If It Was Solid Then That Would Put A Whole New Paint Job On Things.
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Positive They Only Are Meant For Scratches As There Is Not Strength Or Integrity With A 1/16in Of Clear Flexible Plastic. If It Was Solid Then That Would Put A Whole New Paint Job On Things.
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I happened to read the separate thread on ZAGG, which really provided for mixed reviews.
I hate any kind of unnecessary distortion, so I'm a bit reluctant to try another screen protector - especially if the protection provided is minimal.
Someone did mention the Zeinheil Crystal protector, which seems to strike a better balance between scratch protection and clarity preservation. Apparently, these are available in a 3-pack off Amazon for $14.99.
Something to think about, in any case ...
Pj
That's Right, I Used ZAGG On My OG And I Dropped It Screen Down On The Pavement And Nothing Got Broken Or Scratched. Only Reason I Have It Now On My X2. Also I Have Never Encountered Any Distortion To Screen Color. No Matter What You Decide It's Cool. I Really Like The Lifetime Guarantee That It Came With. Shoot Me A PM Or Post Here On What You Decide And What You Notice Pros/Cons.
Screen protectors do protect from falls to a certain extent. I'm sure if it feel over 10ft and landed on the screen or a pointy piece of something it would crack.
One time I was running in Home Depot (lol) and my phone flew out of my pocket. It hit the floor and then, I unknowingly kicked it another 10 or so feet. It was screen down the whole time and had not a single scratch. I had one of those cheap Verizon ones on too.
Another time I was skateboarding..my phone fell out of my pocket and landed facedown. Thankfully I bailed in midair, so my board just missed it, but my heel did hit it. Luckily, I'm a hurdler, parkourist, and skateboarder so I landed mostly on my toes but I did lean back onto my heels and my screen was fine. That was without a protector.
Earlier this year, I think I threw my bookbag, and my keys scraped against my Droid's screen, it has a small shallow gash now. My phone was naked..no case no protector.
So as many of you may have noticed during your uses with the nook in either bright lighting, in the car, or straight up outside (to cold for that here), the glare on the screen can get quite bad. So i was looking online for a decent antiglare for the NT or NC and i stumbled across this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004MC4KF8/ref=fb_lfb_prodpg_0
A cheap, 2 pack with stylus, antiglare screen protectors. Now im not going to claim its the best one on the market, but if your looking for a cheap one, then go with this. It has been working very good on my NT, and it makes the screen feel silky smooth, not to mention severely reduces the nasty grease lines from my fingers.
Also, the stylus was actually surprisingly good. I've used numerous ones (cheap ones, for sure, but still multiple) styluses and this is easily the best one I've found. Nice and solid with a reactive tip that doesn't grip the screen or seem like it will fall off.
I can second this I actually purchased the same thing like a week ago. I love my protector its real nice and the stylus is pretty good. A little too sensitive with the app drawer (it likes to open apps when trying to turn the app pages) but other than that its perfect!
Just received this today and I must concur...a quality screen protector and stylus! I purchased my wife the Caseen case also and we've been really happy with it as well.
I purchased the official B&N anti-glare screen protector for $20 (eek!). I got it mainly because my daughter somehow manages to get food and who-knows-what-else on the screen. B&N says not to use moisture when cleaning the screen, but that's the only way to get the crud off. So, I got the B&N protector.
Anyway, despite comments online about people destroying both sheets in the process of installing them, I installed mine without any problems. First I made sure the screen was completely clean with absolutely no dust on it. Then I peeled back just an inch or so of the removable film, pushed the top edge of the sheet to where the case meets the screen, then slowly peeled back more as I pushed the sheet onto the screen, by bending the sheet as I worked my way down the screen. No air bubbles. No dust. No dirt. It's perfect and it looks like it will last forever.
I've got the glareshatter screen protector, its fantastic. That metal stylus is fantastic too. Do yourself a favor and hit up your local auto parts store and pick up a microfiber cloth, keep it on hand for cleaning. Also a little white vinegar on the microfiber does the job nicely.
Sent from my BNTV250 using xda premium
Hey Guys,, i am thinking of getting the above,,, i read in the forum some of the screen protector is causing harm to the screen....
is this case with this screen protector also???
Can somebody show some light on it.
Cheers!!!!!!!!!!
I bought the Import version of the Caseen Glareshatter for under $10 on ebay. Never owned the Caseen's standard protector, so I can't compare.
This is what I like:
Easy to install - it's about 2mm narrower than the screen
The feel is about perfect
Glare is definitely reduced though you still have to compensate when it's extreme
The fingerprints are there but only vivilbe from an angle with the screen off. They don't affect the visibility with the screen on.
Thing I don't like:
Makes the screen darker which is especially noticeable on the white background. I had to increase the brightness about 10% to compensate for it.
Only had for a couple of days but I am very happy so far.
Any idea where to get those in Europe? I could only find shops in the US carrying them (on ****ingly high shipping rates).
I trusted you guys and got the Glareshatter screen protectors. They really make a huge difference. Installation is really easy, just be sure to clean the screen first.
so is this glareshatter version truly the best then?
Just alittle weary on how it effects the clarity. Since some of those amazon reviews mention it.
Citizen Toxie, I was a little worried about that, too. But honestly, it's really hard to tell there's even a screen protector installed. I haven't tried any other brands, because I've really been satisfied with the import Glareshatters.
So you haven't seen it make the screen darker then? I usually keep my screen at 50%, so I'm hoping it looks the same.
If so, I will probably just grab that one.
I had my system brightness set to 30% before installing the screen protector, and I haven't changed it since.
gotcha. thanks.
guessing you grabbed the import one off ebay then?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/caseen-Nook...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item4cfc1c766b
nevermind. all good now.
I actually got mine off Amazon in a packaged deal with a stylus. They're also available on Caseen's official website I think, so see where you're able to get the best deal after shipping and everything.
Only 11 bux for 2 of the Glareshatters and a stylus on amazon. Pretty sweet deal.. ordering one now!
I asked someone who had used an antiglare screen protector if he recommended it and he said no because it significantly darkened the screen.
I went into B&N because my tablet was dead in the water, would not turn on at all and had to be swapped out. I asked to get an anti-glare screen protector there and he pulled one out and said they are normally $20, but because they came with a cloth inside that apparently damaged the screen or the screen protector confused that they were giving them away... Not sure if this is true or still available if so, but just thought I'd share. Made me happy!
Interesting. Wondering if that's worth a trip.
Decided I'm just going with the B&N one, since I don't really need the anti-glare.
Has anyone came across a good privacy screen protector, or something that cuts down the viewing angle quite a bit?
I was sent a set of amFilm Premium HD Clear Screen protectors to see how well the work. My last phone was basically used Naked. When I first got it, I put a Zagg on it and had it on for a couple months and got tired of the rubbery feel it had. I remember the day I removed it and it was like Wow, what a nice screen.
I went the rest of the time without a protector and only ended up with one scratch that was hard to find if you didn't know it was there (I knew where it was).
So, new $700 phone... do protect or not. I had already decided to get a case. A co-worker had already dropped his and dinged up the corner before he got a case. I had the case before the phone.
I was thinking of the Glass types like from Spigen, but $30+ is a lot for a screen protector even it it is as good as it is being reported.
The offer to try this brand and style without know who they were before hand was cool.... I unfortunatly got the protector before the phone showed up. It was quickly delivered in a day or two on a Thursday and my phone didn't arrive until the following Tuesday... and its been a really bad week.
On top of that I have a lot of pets... so finding a "clean" area to do this was not easy to find. I ended up doing it at work on my desk. No pets there.
I cleaned the desk really good first, and then the phone before taking anything out.
I used the "Hinge" method. This basically has you line up the protector on the phone and then using special tape they provide, taping down one side to the phone. Then you can lift up the protector, do a final cleaning, remove the first layer and lay it down and it will line right up. Then you use the card it comes with to squeeze out any bubbles that might exist and when done, remove the upper layer and finish making sure it is smooth.
The package said it had 3 protectors in it, I at first thought there was only one, but when I opened up the package there was in fact 3, a cloth, card, and a "hinge" tape of 4 labels.
Installation went very smoothly, and only took a minute or two. Took perhaps more time lining up the protector and taping it down than to do the whole rest of the process. The protector is very close to the edge all the way around the phone.
The final install was pretty good looking. I did end up with a speck near the bottom but other than that it worked out very nice.
How does it feel?
Does feel like glass... not quite, but really not bad at all. The screen is very slick like before and feels pretty much like the screen did before. I have not used the stylus yet much but it works fine and so far seems to not impede the use of the device at all.
Cost, I didn't buy these so I had to look them up. On Amazon they are listed for $4.95 w/Prime Shipping http://www.amazon.com/amFilm-Protector-Compatible-Lifetime-Warranty/dp/B00FRIK0TQ. I think for $5 that is a pretty good deal. There are still 2 additional protectors in the package left.
Certainly less than $30+ and a lot better than just leaving the screen unprotected.
Will update in a day or two on how it works out.
Note: I was not paid to review this product but was sent a free sample of it to do so. I have no previous or current association with them in anyway.
Not using the stylus yet much, but so far I don't have a problem. I will be able to compare this to another with one of the Glass protectors this weekend and will get a much better idea of how it compares. I will also start playing with the Stylus more as I will have time to go through and pickup what it can do.
$30 Glass vs $5 non-Glass might be a hard compare. However, right now, I am happy having something on the phone and it seems okay.