Necessary to install a screen protection. - Galaxy Note 3 Accessories

Hi everybody. My Note 3 was protected by a screen protector. I just remove it right now because the pen let some marks on the screen and its very annoying. Also, I have the Samsung Flip Cover the one with the screen. My question is should I put another screen protection or its not necessary? It is easy to scratch the screen.
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xxjack3dxx said:
Hi everybody. My Note 3 was protected by a screen protector. I just remove it right now because the pen let some marks on the screen and its very annoying. Also, I have the Samsung Flip Cover the one with the screen. My question is should I put another screen protection or its not necessary? It is easy to scratch the screen.
Thanks
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Screens do get scratched and you must need a protector.
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I wouldn't say it's easy to scratch the screen. It is possible though and it's much cheaper to replace a screen protector than a screen. Sounds like you were using a cheap plastic one. I'd recommend you look into a tempered glass protector which will not compromise the look and feel of the device compared to plastic protectors and you certainly won't have any problems with the protector being marked with the pen.
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I was using the Zagg insibleshield Hd. Could you recommand me another brand?
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xxjack3dxx said:
I was using the Zagg insibleshield Hd. Could you recommand me another brand?
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WOW... I have been using one for 2 months now... never scratched it. PLUS you can get a new one for the price of shipping from them as they are lifetime.
I recommend a screen protector with ALL S view cases. they tend cut into the screen at mid point. Temper glass should be better. Get one with smooth edges though.

I have a tempered glass screen protector that I bought on ebay for about 8 dollars. About 2 months ago, and it looks great on the phone. Doesn't compromise the looks of the screen and doesn't scuff up when I use the pen.
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WOW... I have been using one for 2 months now... never scratched it. PLUS you can get a new one for the price of shipping from them as they are lifetime.
I recommend a screen protector with ALL S view cases. they tend cut into the screen at mid point. Temper glass should be better. Get one with smooth edges though.
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I got marks of S-pen. Guys what so you think about the Ishieldz screen protector
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Are the S-pen marks from worn out tips or new tips?

I have the same screen cover and I have no such issue. Screen is as flawless as when I got my screen cover.
Alot of ppl with the scovers have been complaining about the screen getting a press line in it from the bottom of the sview window.

I have always used screen protectors. The one I used on my last 2 devices (including my N3) is Ghost Armor. A bit pricey, but they have a lifetime warranty

i have seen many customer bringing in multiple devices scratched. it almost always happens in situations you least expect. i had a construction worker come in. phone was beat to death and the screen was perfect yet a lady came in after bumping her phone on the side of her car and scratching it bad so you just never know. i got a zagg glass on mine and its awesome. feels just like the screen. why take the chance.

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i have seen many customer bringing in multiple devices scratched. it almost always happens in situations you least expect. i had a construction worker come in. phone was beat to death and the screen was perfect yet a lady came in after bumping her phone on the side of her car and scratching it bad so you just never know. i got a zagg glass on mine and its awesome. feels just like the screen. why take the chance.
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Yup.
Why risk a 6-700 dollar device?

I am careful with my phone and haven't noticed any scratches.
As for the s-pen leaving marks, you could try using a a different tip. Your Note 3 should have come with extra tips, if you look closely they are different.

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I am careful with my phone and haven't noticed any scratches.
As for the s-pen leaving marks, you could try using a a different tip. Your Note 3 should have come with extra tips, if you look closely they are different.
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i guess the screen protector allows you also to not have to worry about being careful all the time lol

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White screen protector

I have been wondering if there is a white screen protector for the galaxy s2. Cause i know someone whom has a white one, and it makes me jealous not to have one like that. Any around or anyone got one?
Lol wut?
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Yes exactly what Dimatchka said "Lol wut?" Maybe you mean silver?
OP is probably referring to the SGP Glas screen protector
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Or those mirror/privacy screen protectors?
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EhHowzit808 said:
Or those mirror/privacy screen protectors?
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God those are horrid. My brother had one on his iPhone and it distorts the screen soooo bad.
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The guy above know what im talking about...
I know Amazon has the mirror ones for our phones, just search "i777 mirror screen protector" but I wouldn't recommend it. Aside from the "show off" factor they suck.
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I'm 110% against screen protectors, they peel off after a few weeks and usually disort the screen pretty badly. Plus most feel akward and can cause issues with the touch sensitivity.
Alucardis666 said:
I'm 110% against screen protectors, they peel off after a few weeks and usually disort the screen pretty badly. Plus most feel akward and can cause issues with the touch sensitivity.
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I'm using the Otterboxone and its ok, no bubbles, no peeling and no effect on accuracy or feel. It does have a bluish wave when the screen is off but you can't see it at all when its on even if you try.
I agree I have seen some that feel horrible and ruin the phone but otterbox got it just right.
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AntwanL said:
I'm using the Otterboxone and its ok, no bubbles, no peeling and no effect on accuracy or feel. It does have a bluish wave when the screen is off but you can't see it at all when its on even if you try.
I agree I have seen some that feel horrible and ruin the phone but otterbox got it just right.
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Did it come with your case or do they sell it seperatetly? I may check it out if it's half as good as you make it sound
Post a link please.
+1 for the otterbox screen protector. Works well compared to the cheek ones. I don't know if you can get it by itself tho.
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Mine came with the case, idk if it's available separately.
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If you want a great screen protector, go with the SGP Steinheil Series [Ultra Crystal]:
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Samsung-P...6SUM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330006064&sr=8-1
Greatest screen protector I have EVER had. The coating on the screen protector makes it feel like you are touching the glass, there is NO rainbow effect, size is great (if you put it on right, which is pretty easy, it seems like there is no screen protector at all), no peel at all, and no residue left if you decide to take it off.
Wow! Wish i had enough money to buy all these. Still enough i just want one that can keep the screen safe, without bubbles, and is smooth... I heard the 19100 has such. Maybe i could use those.
You'd have to trim it just above the capacitive buttons since it had the physical button cut out
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If you want a great screen protector, go with the SGP Steinheil Series [Ultra Crystal]:
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Samsung-P...6SUM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330006064&sr=8-1
Greatest screen protector I have EVER had. The coating on the screen protector makes it feel like you are touching the glass, there is NO rainbow effect, size is great (if you put it on right, which is pretty easy, it seems like there is no screen protector at all), no peel at all, and no residue left if you decide to take it off.
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+1 best screen protector ever!
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dreadlord369 said:
If you want a great screen protector, go with the SGP Steinheil Series [Ultra Crystal]:
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Samsung-P...6SUM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330006064&sr=8-1
Greatest screen protector I have EVER had. The coating on the screen protector makes it feel like you are touching the glass, there is NO rainbow effect, size is great (if you put it on right, which is pretty easy, it seems like there is no screen protector at all), no peel at all, and no residue left if you decide to take it off.
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Another +1 for this - got it a week ago, and I honestly can't tell it's on there. With the Skinomi carbon fiber on the back (I skipped the side pieces), when I don't use a case, I still feel "protected"
I havnet found any white ones. i know what your talking about. ive been looking for one too.
my infuse has it on it.
Are there really any differences between a $10+ screen protectors vs the $1.00 ones?
My $1.50 for 3 screen protectors off Ebay work just fine. I hardly even notice it is there. No bubbles and it still looks the same as the first day I put it on (3+ months).

Screen Protectors?

I plan on buying a screen protector in the near future and I want to know if anyone has recommendations or tips for things to be wary of.
Anyone with a screen protector notice have any complaints?
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Mantoss said:
I plan on buying a screen protector in the near future and I want to know if anyone has recommendations or tips for things to be wary of.
Anyone with a screen protector notice have any complaints?
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http://www.spigen.com/sgp-samsung-galaxy-note-at-t-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
I got a free one from the case I ordered from amazon (SPIGEN SGP AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4G LTE Hard Case Ultra Thin [Infinity White] (FREE Best Steinheil Screen Protector Cover Film Included)). It is very impressive, doesn't leave a lot of prints and fitting is perfect. You should check it out. I see they have more expensive ones for different purpose.
+1 on the SGP. I ordered Ultra Oleophobic. They are superb! Amazon has them for $16 and you get two protectors.
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I got a free one from the case I ordered from amazon (SPIGEN SGP AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 4G LTE Hard Case Ultra Thin [Infinity White] (FREE Best Steinheil Screen Protector Cover Film Included)). It is very impressive, doesn't leave a lot of prints and fitting is perfect. You should check it out. I see they have more expensive ones for different purpose.
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Got the same case, except in black. There is really no room for error for the screen protector install. Mine was just a hair off at the bottom and I made the awful call to pull it up- got a couple lint spots now. Not horrible, but still annoying.
I will be buying a two pack of the Oleo version to replace this one down the road. I figure a couple pieces of lint isnt worth trashing the entire protector right away.
Whats your take on the actual case? I think its a little loose fitting.
Tried them all.
SGP is the only brand I will ever use. (their cases are great too)
They are taking preorders for a glass on glass screen protector.
I've always liked invishield by zagg
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I've always liked invishield by zagg
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The problem is, it's far from invisible. It has a soft surface which causes the protector to get scratches. It gives it an almost sticky feel compared to a protector / glass with a higher surface hardness.
Also it doesn't transmit as much light as I would like, and it's not chemically treated to protect it from fingerprints.
The only reason it's successful is marketing.
I have invisible shield on the front and back and I absolutely love it
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Although I hope, sgp warranty is good, my screen protector has a very tiny hole on it in the middle and after pressing a lot of times, it bubbles... I emailed them yesterday, still no reply
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I've always liked invishield by zagg
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I have invisible shield on the front and back and I absolutely love it
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Have you ever tried any other wet screen protectors? Zagg is the only one I've used with the annoying orange peel. It also feels the most rubbery. I will never buy Zagg again.
I always used PowerSupport screen protectors on my iPhone, but it appears that the company doesn't make protectors for the iPhone. Going on recommendations, I got an SGP ultra clear protector from Amazon on Tuesday. It went on very easy. I was very careful and have no bubbles or dust and it's lined up perfectly.
You can't even tell it's there. The s pen glides along very smoothly.
It compares very favorably to the PowerSupport protectors.
Well I ordered the oil repellent one because of a skin condition I have that requires me to apply a lot of lotion so hopefully that'll make my phone experience more enjoyable.
Thanks for all the suggestions.
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Maroon Mushroom said:
Tried them all.
SGP is the only brand I will ever use. (their cases are great too)
They are taking preorders for a glass on glass screen protector.
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Which is the one at&t was carrying, ivisor or something. Pretty ugly and thick but thats what I'm using for now for protection. I hate screen protectors in general.
SysAdmNj said:
Which is the one at&t was carrying, ivisor or something. Pretty ugly and thick but thats what I'm using for now for protection. I hate screen protectors in general.
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**** quality ones. Overpriced as hell too.
the anti glare is fine but destroys the image quality of the screen
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Maroon Mushroom said:
**** quality ones. Overpriced as hell too.
the anti glare is fine but destroys the image quality of the screen
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Yup, thats what I bought. For now it'll do until I see some better reviews of crystal clear ones here.
I had the protector.from att of was 37 bucks n deff. Messed with my.color I'm getting.this one.everyoe is talling.about
I use xtreme guards from ebay. there like $2 for the note. only problem is they are for the international. they still work on att though. you just have the hole. I ordered 1 to try and got 8 more for the future. I prefer the wet apply guards also.
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Yup, thats what I bought. For now it'll do until I see some better reviews of crystal clear ones here.
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I have the moshi ivisor also. Ordered the sgp ultra oleophobic earlier this week and it came today! Will be installing it later and taking the ivisor back to ATT.
Update: I installed the SGP and it looks 1000% better than the moshi ivisor matte screen protector. I like the ease of install on the ivisor, but the matte just detracts from the screen. I borked the first sgp due to three specks of dust and when I tried to get them out with the included stickers, I made it worse. Luckily it comes with two and I got a clean install on the second one!
I was sitting next to two colleagues on a flight this afternoon and they saw my GNote and asked is that a phone? I showed it to them and one of them said...that phone makes my iphone looks like ****...lol!
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I love the Moshi screen protector. Its washable. AT&T sells them in the store for $25.
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White galaxy!

Does the white galaxy get scratches easily? And the Zag screen protector turn yellow?
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MUFC17JW said:
Does the white galaxy get scratches easily? And the Zag screen protector turn yellow?
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Same material as any phone.
Get a glas.t
Ive got the White note and the zagg and I haven't had either of those problems.
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It doesn't show scratches any worse than any other phone. And as far as the screen. I haven't used a screen protector since Gorilla glass was invented. Never had a scratch on my Captivate, Infuse, or Note.
If you do get a protector and plan on using the s-pen frequently I would also recommend the glass.t like the previous poster. The invisible shield has a tacky feeling when using the pen.
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E_engineer said:
If you do get a protector and plan on using the s-pen frequently I would also recommend the glass.t like the previous poster. The invisible shield has a tacky feeling when using the pen.
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Seconded. The S-Pen drags on the Zagg and BodyGuardz skins more than I would like. The SGP Glas-t is excellent. I had to return my Note and ended up leaving the Glas-t on there. I ordered the SGP oleophobic for my replacement and while it works great (and was 1/2 the price) It scratches pretty easily. I'll end up ordering another Glas-t soon.
If you don't mind anti-glare screen protectors and all the stuff that comes along with it (slightly less saturation, a weird rainbow shimmer that happens on white backgrounds, etc), I recommend it. It feels like writing on paper when you use the S-Pen.
Only problem ive run across with my zagg screen protector is that it turned blue from my jeans...
Im about ready to take it off but cant convince myself to use my phone without a screen protector....
A buddy of mine got the note at the same time as me and already has about 3 scratches on his screen because he refused to use a screen protector because of the "gorilla glass"
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Only problem ive run across with my zagg screen protector is that it turned blue from my jeans...
Im about ready to take it off but cant convince myself to use my phone without a screen protector....
A buddy of mine got the note at the same time as me and already has about 3 scratches on his screen because he refused to use a screen protector because of the "gorilla glass"
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Haha. I still have the zagg on the back of my phone as I am waiting for a case and it's blue now.
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Best Screen Protector?

We've had this phone out for about 4 months now and I was just wondering what screen protectors you guys are using, post a link of where you bought it and personal opinion about the protector and any other helpful information! I've been using this cheap protector for such a long time, now it's time to see what's really out there! :laugh::good:
Mine is built into my Otterbox case. I forget which model, I'll have to look for you, and I absolutely hate it. It's raised very slightly off my screen so I have to press down a with a little more effort, it hinders my typing speed. I'm planning on taking an exacto blade and taking out the screen protector and using one of the regular ones, but damn it I always get air bubbles
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Mine is built into my Otterbox case. I forget which model, I'll have to look for you, and I absolutely hate it. It's raised very slightly off my screen so I have to press down a with a little more effort, it hinders my typing speed. I'm planning on taking an exacto blade and taking out the screen protector and using one of the regular ones, but damn it I always get air bubbles
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You have an otterbox defender. And I'm considering doing the same thing. I'm thinking of getting one of those "wet apply" screen protectors to avoid getting bubbles. I might just get a ghost armor next time I go to the mall.
I'm sure I'll get **** for this but I really do love the invisible shield.
I just wish they made the HD one for the DNA, my gf has it on her iPhone 5 and it's awesome.
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I wanted a ZAGG invisible shield, as I had one for the HTC EVO V 4G and it was the 1st screen protector I used, it was great quality. I searched everywhere and could not find one for the DNA, only 1 store on Amazon had it and it got bad reviews. I decided to go with the Armor Military Grade one. Had it on for a couple days, so far feels just as great as the ZAGG.
Nothing beats Ghost Armor. They install it and no air bubbles. Plus lifetime warranty.
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Mine is from Big Red Good screen protector, has a spot for the proximity sensor. Too bad the phone only lasted 90 days
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Nothing beats Ghost Armor. They install it and no air bubbles. Plus lifetime warranty.
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Do you have one on your DNA? If so, is it just the screen or a full body one?
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Just put the zagg hd on mine. I've always done ghost armor but this seems just as nice. Not a big fan of applying myself because I'm picky but otherwise good. Just make sure you wait 3 days for all the blemishes and bubbles to clear before pocketing it for best results
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Anyone tried the screen protectors provided by Seidio?
Just ordered the Skinomi Teckskin...made to fit the DNA, its a wet application and you only get one for $12. Opposed to the 3 you get at VZW but those are cheap and don't fit as nice.
pumah350 said:
Just ordered the Skinomi Teckskin...made to fit the DNA, its a wet application and you only get one for $12. Opposed to the 3 you get at VZW but those are cheap and don't fit as nice.
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I use this screen protector on mine and I love it. This was my first screen protector where you need to apply wet and I haven't looked back since putting it on. It doesn't take away from the display and fits perfect and is easy to put on. I ordered mine off amazon and got it cheaper than 12$ at the time. I also got a lifetime warranty on it so if it gets too worn down I will just get a new one. Deffidently the best one I have found so far.
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Just put the zagg hd on mine. I've always done ghost armor but this seems just as nice. Not a big fan of applying myself because I'm picky but otherwise good. Just make sure you wait 3 days for all the blemishes and bubbles to clear before pocketing it for best results
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Where did you get the zagg hd for the DNA? I can't find one...
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Is a screen protector really necessary? It is gorilla glass but I am seriously thinking of buying one but I dont want to ruin the nice feel of the screen.
msburr87 said:
Just put the zagg hd on mine. I've always done ghost armor but this seems just as nice. Not a big fan of applying myself because I'm picky but otherwise good. Just make sure you wait 3 days for all the blemishes and bubbles to clear before pocketing it for best results
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I also use the ZAGG HD. Looks and feels really good, plus it includes a lifetime warranty.
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I also use the ZAGG HD. Looks and feels really good, plus it includes a lifetime warranty.
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123421342 said:
Is a screen protector really necessary? It is gorilla glass but I am seriously thinking of buying one but I dont want to ruin the nice feel of the screen.
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Word! I can't stand the feel of screen protectors. The feel of the glass in way better. I treat my phone like a baby, and sit in an office all day. I guess if I were out in the field I might put a protector on it. But this is the whole point of all this high-tech glass, to make them virtually impossible to break or scratch.
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Word! I can't stand the feel of screen protectors. The feel of the glass in way better. I treat my phone like a baby, and sit in an office all day. I guess if I were out in the field I might put a protector on it. But this is the whole point of all this high-tech glass, to make them virtually impossible to break or scratch.
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Glass is glass. It will still shatter with enough force (not that a screen protector would save it from that). But even still, small particles of sand and rock and such can still easily scratch the screen. Don't believe its scratch proof when its scratch resistant.
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I was wondering how skinobi was. I'm getting a DNA. Always used the verizon ones but they dull down the hd screen I have on my respond. I want a case but read some bad reviews when having a case also.
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I was wondering how skinobi was. I'm getting a DNA. Always used the verizon ones but they dull down the hd screen I have on my respond. I want a case but read some bad reviews when having a case also.
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You should check out the invisible shield hd it's amazing.
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I have had so many Samsung phones, and I have dropped all of them in so many ways and have never had a broken screen. I got my S5 on Thursday and got a case right away. Today my phone fell face down from my chair like 12 inches high. To my disappointment, my phone got a crack on the screen from side to side. So much for that gorilla 3 screen.
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Ouch, you have a picture of the crack? Supposedly the thicker bezel of the s5 vs the s4 helps against screen cracks.
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Thing of nightmares.
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Ouch, that sucks, is the touch screen affected by the Crack in that area?
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It's crazy cause I have dropped phones from a huge distance and been okay and then other times I have dropped them from a couple feet and they broke. It's all in how they land but that is why I have purchased a glass screen protector for all of my latest devices cause it's a small price to pay to know that your phone screen will make it through a drop. Sorry to hear though! It sucks royally! Good luck to ya...
Everything works. It just sucks it happened like that; in a case and from just a mere 12 inches high.
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Everything works. It just sucks it happened like that; in a case and from just a mere 12 inches high.
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I feel bad for you - I have had that happen with other phones and I know that sinking feeling you get in your stomach as soon as you realize the screen is cracked - I am hoping you had insurance?
That really sucks, sorry to hear about your phone. Looks like I'll be investing in another tempered glass screen protector. They really do help against cracks. I dropped my note 3 from about 4 feet and the screen protector shattered, but my screen was untouched. I was amazed.
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I'll get in touch with T-Mobile and find out my options. All I know is that I thought I did the right thing, got a case right away, but it didn't help.
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Ouch! So sorry to hear this, man. Best of luck. I hope you can work them for a replacement.
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Bummer man, all in how it lands, even with a case there's always a chance that the shock will hit just right (or wrong). I don't even bother with cases anymore because I always see people with their shattered phone screens in big cases. I think cases are probably the best for avoiding nicks to the body of the phone, but most are not gonna prevent a cracked screen.
i think if you didn't have the case, the screen would have shattered to an extent of being unusable, so it could have been worst. Typically, decent cases protect small falls due to the case's lip. I guess you were very unlucky.
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I'll get in touch with T-Mobile and find out my options. All I know is that I thought I did the right thing, got a case right away, but it didn't help.
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Well you can still purchase insurance or a extended warranty. Also, if you purchased the phone with a premium credit card, your credit card company will fix it for you for free.
All of the broken screen threads blame the phone, and it always seems to be some ridiculous drop. "I dropped my phone two inches onto a pile of cotton balls and unicorn fur...screen shattered".
Gorilla glass is not break resistant, it is scratch resistant. It sucks that your screen is broken, but in no way is it Corning's or Samsung's fault.
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It's crazy cause I have dropped phones from a huge distance and been okay and then other times I have dropped them from a couple feet and they broke. It's all in how they land but that is why I have purchased a glass screen protector for all of my latest devices cause it's a small price to pay to know that your phone screen will make it through a drop. Sorry to hear though! It sucks royally! Good luck to ya...
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Been SO curious about the glass screen protectors. you like them? I have always used the PET (hard plastic ones not the 3m film) and think they are great. Does the glass ones scratch less than the PET film ones?
OP, that really sucks man! However, If you dont want to use insurance (its probably about a $150 deductible) if you can live with it for a couple weeks, replacement glass should start popping up on ebay and such. I have replaced glass for many friends on a lot of different phones and its SUPER easy. You can usually buy a kit with the tools you need and everything for less than $20. :good:
frettfreak said:
Been SO curious about the glass screen protectors. you like them? I have always used the PET (hard plastic ones not the 3m film) and think they are great. Does the glass ones scratch less than the PET film ones?
OP, that really sucks man! However, If you dont want to use insurance (its probably about a $150 deductible) if you can live with it for a couple weeks, replacement glass should start popping up on ebay and such. I have replaced glass for many friends on a lot of different phones and its SUPER easy. You can usually buy a kit with the tools you need and everything for less than $20. :good:
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Glass screen protectors are GREAT and a true lifesaver! Find a cheap one on Ebay and u should be able to find one for less than $10. The glass screen protectors are MILES ahead of the PET screen protectors!
I got the spigen tr.glas, really smooth to use
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shojus said:
Glass screen protectors are GREAT and a true lifesaver! Find a cheap one on Ebay and u should be able to find one for less than $10. The glass screen protectors are MILES ahead of the PET screen protectors!
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The glass screen protector can be removed and put new one? how long are they last?
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alex1985m said:
The glass screen protector can be removed and put new one? how long are they last?
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Yes and they last for a very long time assuming you don';t chip the glass and you put it on properly. I had mine on for almost a year without any issues on the M7.
@shojus thanks for the info
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