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Has anyone encountered any problems with screen protector for the gs3? The edge of the gorilla glass is not completely flat.
sewhuy said:
Has anyone encountered any problems with screen protector for the gs3? The edge of the gorilla glass is not completely flat.
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I havnt had a chance to apply my SGP crystal clear one yet, but that has a slight curve, not the edges, but I think they should all be OK, they sorta clinge to the screen, so it should stay.
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Because of the curved glass all dry application protectors will not fully cover the full phone. The wet ones will fix this. Just trying to find a wet one that looks as good as a dry protector is hard.
Chevyboxer said:
Because of the curved glass all dry application protectors will not fully cover the full phone. The wet ones will fix this. Just trying to find a wet one that looks as good as a dry protector is hard.
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I'm using the Steinheil Flex HD which is a wet application. I prefer the dry ones but none is available. Not 24 hours yet so some spots tend to have rainbow coloring. I hope it clears up when its completely dry. Fit is perfect though.
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I'm using the Steinheil Flex HD which is a wet application. I prefer the dry ones but none is available. Not 24 hours yet so some spots tend to have rainbow coloring. I hope it clears up when its completely dry. Fit is perfect though.
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The Steinheil SGP Crystal is dry, and available, I have 2.
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TeamERA said:
The Steinheil SGP Crystal is dry, and available, I have 2.
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Is that cut smaller than the screen? Are the edges staying firmly?
Put on the full body protector kit from xtremeguard and had no problem due to it being a wet install. The cut is very good on it and there is not a lot of gap on the sides at all, no weird marbling or issues with it being too sticky, I'll update you after a couple of days of it setting in properly.
Installed a Steinheil Ultra Crystal on my wife's phone Friday night. The edges to do completely go down. Kinda irritating...
It doesn't look like Zagg is making an HD version either. A wet application seems to be the only way to get the screen protector to fit properly.
Zagg screen protector is great fit the screen perfect with wet application.
I HIGHLY recommend getting a Zagg HD. Literally looks like nothing is on my screen. The wet application forms and fits to the screen.
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Is that cut smaller than the screen? Are the edges staying firmly?
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Havnt been able to apply it yet, 32gb PB
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I've got the xtremeguard waiting in the wings(pre-sale @ amazon a couple weeks ago). It's a wet application. I'll let you know how it goes/looks after I get the phone.
Post a link here. Thanks.
The newly cut Zagg HD's do not cut them. I bought one and had it installed at Best Buy. They had a hole punch that they were enlarging the area around the sensor. I contacted Zagg for a replacement and inform them of the defect. Total YMMV, I have no idea if there is still a lot of old stock out there but the newest one straight from Zagg was right.
I called zagg and they sent me the same exact one. Called back and the woman got a little nasty with me until I told her that I had one right on top of the other and the replacement was exactly like the defective one. Waiting for the next replacement. I have not had much of an issue with the proximity sensor, however. I have been using a skinomi, which has no cut out, without any issues.
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When I first got my phone, I bought these as temporary solution
http://www.handhelditems.com/invisible-crystal-clear-screen-protector-pack-p-189499.html
While they don't cover prox sensor, they scratch fairly easily.
Than I went ahead and bought these
http://www.amazon.com/REALOOK-Sprin...r=1-1-catcorr&keywords=realook+HTC+EVO+4G+LTE
While these do cover the prox sensor, I've had zero issues with the prox sensor and it works as it should. And on top of that, these screen protectors are top notch and I've yet to scratch it.
my first Zagg had the cut out for prox sensor, but still caused problems. So best buy put a second one on there (for free since it was only week old) and i just had them put it as low as they could on the screen and it works just fine.
I am glad that Zagg has corrected the problem though!:good:
Seidio
The Seidio ones have the cutout. I went back to using them after the Steinheil ones proved to be no good because they covered the sensor.
the screen protector that comes with the otterbox commuter has the cutout. and i think its a pretty great protector!
My Zagg HD came with the cutout for the light sensor. Haven't really had any issues with it honestly.
Originally, I was using the Zagg HD and had proximity sensor issues. After Zagg sending the wrong replacement twice now I am using the ones from phantom skins they have a rectangular cutout and I have had no issues since installing them. Plus I think they feel better. More like there is nothing on the screen.
Extreme Guard....
Extreme Guard covers the proximity sensor. Wasn't a fan of it at first, but I have not had any issues with it. Four skins for $4. Can't beat that.
Phantom Skinz has a cutout. It worked well for me until my phone started rebooting and I had to get it replaced. I have the Xtreme Guard now, and it doesn't have the cutout, but I may do some surgery on it before applying. Here's the link to the Phantom Skinz (also note they send you two in every order).
http://phantomskinz.com/htcevo4glte.aspx
I just noticed that the replacement skinomi screen protector now has the cut out for the proximity sensor, and unlike zagg, it is in the right place. Also, I put an xtremeguard on my son's ipod and we tested out the self-healing properties, and any dents or scratches started to fade and disappear within minutes. For how inexpensive they are, I was quite impressed and may try it on my phone.
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The new Steinheill Ultra Crystal has a cut out now. The old one doesn't. I sent an e-mail to their Amazon store and they sent me a new one free of charge.
Just got the phone this week and have babied it to prevent any scratches. Low and behold just looked and I have 3 different scratches already. The screen seems ridiculously weak considering I keep it very protected and was waiting till I get my screen protector in the mail today.
How are your screens holding up?
I check for dead pixels and scratches out of the box, then screen protector instantly.
The protectors from verizon mar easily with the spen, but I would rather it be on the protector then my screen.
I noticed three very short (3mm) scratches after a month and bought a copter screen protector. I threw that away after 2 days as it got marked by the pen and made small text impossible to read. I now have a cheap hard plastic screen protector that works well and does not affect the resolution.
No scratches here...been using it for 3 weeks with no screen protector. Never had a scratch on my gs3 either and I used it for 5mo without a sp.
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Ditto. No scratches, no case, no protector.
No scratches or screen protector here either, and I just keep it in my pocket (with nothing else in the same pocket) when I'm traveling.
Hate screen protectors. I have a few tiny scratches but when the phone is in use you can't tell.
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My screen is as clean as the day I got it. Of course I am unwilling to go without a screen protector on it for feel of getting a scratch regardless of ho good Gorilla Glass 2 is. SGP Steinheil screen protectors.
I got a tiny scratch after two days. I'm pretty OCD about scratches. Even though I can't see them when the screen is on, just knowing they are there annoys me. I was able to find a decent screen protector that doesn't effect resolution and actually filed in the scratch so I can't see it any more. My previous 2 phone never had screen protectors and I never got scratches. I know the Note 2 has a much larger target area, but I'm still surprised at how easily the screen got scratched. I'm not a huge fan of screen protector, but hey, it keeps my brain from hurting so much.
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RaptorMD said:
My screen is as clean as the day I got it. Of course I am unwilling to go without a screen protector on it for feel of getting a scratch regardless of ho good Gorilla Glass 2 is. SGP Steinheil screen protectors.
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Which SGP protector did you get? Ultra Optics was to rough feeling for me and didn't with well with the S Pen. The Ultra Crystal feels and looks great, but scratches way too easy, especially from the S Pen. Trying to find a happy medium.
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I just got the Verizon case with a kickstand and the next day while on the phone, it fell from my ear, hit the inner wheel well of my car then bounce off the ground about 3 times before sliding to a stop while the screen was down. Not a scratch except on the case itself.
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I use the sgp crystal and not having trouble with pen scratching it. I do use a fairly light touch though.
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MobC Protector
I went for a screen protector too since I scratched the Thunderbolt just before getting the Note 2.
I'm using the MobC Oleophobic protector from Amazon. I had a finger print proof screen protector on the TB (before I took it off and scratched the screen), but it was very matte finish. The MobC is clear while being oleophobic, so I like it.
The S-pen leaves marks right away when using is, but they fade pretty quickly.
raverk said:
I got a tiny scratch after two days. I'm pretty OCD about scratches. Even though I can't see them when the screen is on, just knowing they are there annoys me. I was able to find a decent screen protector that doesn't effect resolution and actually filed in the scratch so I can't see it any more. My previous 2 phone never had screen protectors and I never got scratches. I know the Note 2 has a much larger target area, but I'm still surprised at how easily the screen got scratched. I'm not a huge fan of screen protector, but hey, it keeps my brain from hurting so much.
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Hi,
Like the Idea it fills in scratches.
Which protector did you get.
Thanks,
Bryan
sleevasteve said:
Which SGP protector did you get? Ultra Optics was to rough feeling for me and didn't with well with the S Pen. The Ultra Crystal feels and looks great, but scratches way too easy, especially from the S Pen. Trying to find a happy medium.
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I use their Crystal Clear ones, Blue Package. I order from Amazon.com $15.99
No screen protector, no scratches.
raverk said:
I got a tiny scratch after two days. I'm pretty OCD about scratches. Even though I can't see them when the screen is on, just knowing they are there annoys me. I was able to find a decent screen protector that doesn't effect resolution and actually filed in the scratch so I can't see it any more. My previous 2 phone never had screen protectors and I never got scratches. I know the Note 2 has a much larger target area, but I'm still surprised at how easily the screen got scratched. I'm not a huge fan of screen protector, but hey, it keeps my brain from hurting so much.
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How would a screen protector affect resolution? That doesn't make sense.
flaring afro said:
No screen protector, no scratches.
How would a screen protector affect resolution? That doesn't make sense.
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The best example would be verizons anti glare screen protector. It makes the screen look grainy
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Flawless
Man do i love using the spen in the swift key beta keyboard its so accurate no matter how bad you mess it up but my screen looks great after a month of owning it and using the s pen about 7-10 times a day txting if not more and no noticeable scratches at all i have no case or screen protector
sleevasteve said:
Which SGP protector did you get? Ultra Optics was to rough feeling for me and didn't with well with the S Pen. The Ultra Crystal feels and looks great, but scratches way too easy, especially from the S Pen. Trying to find a happy medium.
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So I figured out my issue with the ultra crystal...I still had that little temporary protective layer on the screen protector itself! Derp! Works perfectly now! Any scratches or marks from the S-Pen wipe right off!
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I baby my phone so much its two days old and I have a crack/chip on the bottom metal band that only I can notice and its killing me.
Edit: actually I ended upbwith tiny micromarks all over that metal ring. Screens stillngood tgough
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I think I am going to preorder one of the iLoome screenmate flex glass protectors. If anybody is using or has used an iLoome product I would like to hear you thoughts on the quality of it. I saw that these same protectors were being used on other phones. From what I read they are good protectors. I just haven''t hear much of this company in the past.
Bought mines for 16 bucks. Well worth the price. It was easy to install and it's smooth as glass. Couple things to note, The sensors and the front facing cameras are covered by the glass. But i haven't had any issues with it.
ElAguila said:
I think I am going to preorder one of the iLoome screenmate flex glass protectors. If anybody is using or has used an iLoome product I would like to hear you thoughts on the quality of it. I saw that these same protectors were being used on other phones. From what I read they are good protectors. I just haven''t hear much of this company in the past.
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I have it and it is great. Smooth as glass and haven't noticed any problems so far.
It's odd that Amazon now says pre-order. I ordered it last week and received it a few days later. It's worth the money, easy to install, fits great. You wouldn't know it was there if you didn't put it on yourself.
Very good product. I was hesitant with it being so bendy and thin. . But once it's on. . It s glass and thin.
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I got the flex, and I almost wish I had gotten the one with hardness rating 9H. I mean the flex is smooth and the S-pen slides on it good, but you can tell that it isn't quite as hard as glass when you push down on the S-pen. Overall I am happy with it, and I am not planning on ordering a new one or anything.
jollyjones said:
I got the flex, and I almost wish I had gotten the one with hardness rating 9H. I mean the flex is smooth and the S-pen slides on it good, but you can tell that it isn't quite as hard as glass when you push down on the S-pen. Overall I am happy with it, and I am not planning on ordering a new one or anything.
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Are you sure you're not confusing the give on the S-pen when pressed with give on the protector? The nib on the S-Pen moves when pressed. You can see this by just pressing it with your finger.
I'm curious since I'm looking at getting the flex as well.
I'm sure. I used the Note 3 for about a week without it before it came. I mean its not like I regret buying it, because it is the smoothest protector I have ever had. I am just saying that if you try to notice the difference you will notice it, but it is such a slight difference that it doesn't affect much. I would love to see if the Iloome protector with a 9H rating feels like. Bottom line, it is worth the money, but you can tell it isn't as hard as glass.
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jollyjones said:
I'm sure. I used the Note 3 for about a week without it before it came. I mean its not like I regret buying it, because it is the smoothest protector I have ever had. I am just saying that if you try to notice the difference you will notice it, but it is such a slight difference that it doesn't affect much. I would love to see if the Iloome protector with a 9H rating feels like. Bottom line, it is worth the money, but you can tell it isn't as hard as glass.
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I just purchased a 9H on eBay from iLoome and should have by Friday. I will report back.
Note: iLoome is the seller on ebay and the 9H is in stock while the Flex is b/o until the 25th.
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I'm sure. I used the Note 3 for about a week without it before it came. I mean its not like I regret buying it, because it is the smoothest protector I have ever had. I am just saying that if you try to notice the difference you will notice it, but it is such a slight difference that it doesn't affect much. I would love to see if the Iloome protector with a 9H rating feels like. Bottom line, it is worth the money, but you can tell it isn't as hard as glass.
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Umm, it is glass.. I just tried sliding my S Pen over my Note 3 (with Screenmate Flex) and over my S3 (bare glass) and couldn't notice any discernible difference. If it does have an effect, it is extremely minor and you would really have to be looking for it to ever notice. The main difference between this and the thicker tempered glass version is just the hardness rating. This one is an 8H and that one is 9H, so it slightly more prone to scratches than the other version (but still much better than any plastic protector). The advantage is how thin it is.
Thanks for the input. I ordered one and got it installed today. I am glad that my seidio surface case still fits. It didn't fit with the bodyguardz pure installed.
Go ahead and add a Spigen Slim Case Metal Slate and your phone will feel super premium. I ordered the 9th one still en route
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Got an 8h and I can't use spen with it, the nib catches on the screen making it really hard to write with
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dipole said:
Got an 8h and I can't use spen with it, the nib catches on the screen making it really hard to write with
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How long have you had the screen protector? Iloome clearly states that the flex version comes with a coating that may be sticky or rough at first but should go away after a few days.
Just got it, I'll give it a couple days but right now is unusable
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it covers the sensors? i ordered the tampered one..does it mean proximity wont be working? that is kinda huge turnoff.
Masapa said:
it covers the sensors? i ordered the tampered one..does it mean proximity wont be working? that is kinda huge turnoff.
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I just received my iloome flex and installed on the phone with spigen hybrid neo case..The flex has some coating so it's not smooth yet. Hopefully it should become better with use. In my opinion it's a lot better than plastic protectors. Installation has to be done slowly and precisely.. mine went perfect. I tested the proximity sensor...no issues at all..heck I even put a cheap plastic screen protector on top of the iloome flex glass to test and the proximity is working just fine..also tried a normal calling test and "Test your android"app to confirm. Well so far I am totally satisfied...must wait and see about the roughness. Pics attached..?
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i'm really thinking of getting this after reading the reviews and posts on this forum
The iloome flex definitely gets smoother over time. Not as smooth as the tempered glass variants, but still pretty darn smooth. However, the flex is a finger print magnet. It's also harder to clean than the native screen or other tempered glass screen protectors I've tried.
Got the Iloome also, best protector I ever had.
Easy to install, and fits perfectly.
As mentioned, the first few days it's a bit sticky, but after a few days it's perfect.
I can't say it's a fingerprint magnet, it takes less prints then without.
I've been a fan of Skinomi for years. They have a glass product now that has camphored edges and zero degradation in touch sensitivity. I got one for my G2 and put one on the G3 minutes after unpacking.
Order from them directly or Amazon.
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jimbob_sf said:
I've been a fan of Skinomi for years. They have a glass product now that has camphored edges and zero degradation in touch sensitivity. I got one for my G2 and put one on the G3 minutes after unpacking.
Order from them directly or Amazon.
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how bout some pics and a link
I just purchased this myself. I will try to post some pics once I have it installed.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00L2PDY6O/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?ref_=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_O29Ztb0F1CDPQ
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I received mine today. Installation was very easy and thus far I'm very pleased with the selection. I was going to go with iLoome but this screen protector is definitely worth it!
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So I took my Spigen slim case off and I just realized when I turn my phone horizontally, screen facing up, and look at the screen protector...you can barely tell it is on! This thing is super thin and I didn't realize it after I put it on because I slipped the case on prior to putting the screen protector on. Quite a difference from the iLoome I had on my iPhone 5S! This thing is holding up great as well! So far no scratches and smudges wipe right off.
It is slightly smaller than the full G3 screen, but just slightly!
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Just got mine today too. The fit is good although there is a 1mm gap on each side. I love how the edges are curved though. Definitely worth the money.
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oo3 said:
Just got mine today too. The fit is good although there is a 1mm gap on each side. I love how the edges are curved though. Definitely worth the money.
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How difficult is the installation of the Tech Glass screen protector? Does it install dry?
swcunn said:
How difficult is the installation of the Tech Glass screen protector? Does it install dry?
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Not hard at all. Yes it was a dry install. I just started on the earphone side and used a credit card to put it on evenly.
Also another way to install these is to get some tape.
Align the screen like you want it and make a hinge out of tape.
Remove the adhesive while the protector is still hinged and slowly close the protector down on the glass.
A little late to the party, but I HIGHLY suggest this. I already had a small scratch on my screen, I am quite careful with my phones, the screen is not impervious to scratches, The Skinomi went on without any hassle, super easy dry install, clean screen, peel plastic, and drop it on. Zero bubbles, feels as good if not better than the screen itself and I haven't noticed a single issue with dead spots or hitting icons etc.
No better $15 spent imo. I had some very annoying scratches on my G2 screen after about 6 months, very apparent in the sunlight, I imagine this is a pretty easy replacement if I get scratches on this screen.