Like the title of the topic....there is someone that is using s7 without any sort of screen protector and case?How is the durability?Tnx a lot
I have not used a screen guard since launch day, I haven't had any issues with scratching and I just keep it in my pocket.
No screen protector here either, just tpu case. After 2 weeks no visible scratches. S7 is impossible to use without case cuz its so slippery.
No screenprotector here.. no scratches. probably been 2weeks since I got this phone
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I've been using a wallet case, and I originally had the glass screen protectors but they all had their problems so now I'm using mine with no screen protector. The screen looks mint, but that could be since the my case usually covers the glass when it's in my pocket.
No protector, no case... All looking fine still. Usually I do without both, most of the time that works fine (until dropping my S6 that is). The screenprotectors I used were most of the time tempered glass, they feel great to the touch and always nice just in case when selling your phone.
Been using the phone for a week, waiting for my screen protector to come in.
I can already see about 5 micro scratches on my screen. They're not visible in normal light but in direct sunlight, you can kind of see them.
The real test is if someone uses with specks of sand on their thumb how bad the micro scratches get and how bad that makes it in direct sunlight.
I'm a roofer and I use my S7 heavily throughout the day. My hands are constantly covered in dirt, sawdust, sand, tar, fiberglass and small chunks of metal. My pockets get filled with any form of foreign debris that can be found around your standard industrial construction site. I have my phone in a hybrid case but have not had a screen protector on it since day one. My screen is near mint and I have to scrub it clean easily a few times a day. Here are some photos in various conditions. My Tab S seems to not be getting the pic quality I'd like but you'll get the idea in the reflection pics. I can not find a single minor or major scratch in any light, at any angle.
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I'm a roofer and I use my S7 heavily throughout the day. My hands are constantly covered in dirt, sawdust, sand, tar, fiberglass and small chunks of metal. My pockets get filled with any form of foreign debris that can be found around your standard industrial construction site. I have my phone in a hybrid case but have not had a screen protector on it since day one. My screen is near mint and I have to scrub it clean easily a few times a day. Here are some photos in various conditions. My Tab S seems to not be getting the pic quality I'd like but you'll get the idea in the reflection pics. I can not find a single minor or major scratch in any light, at any angle.
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Hopefully that means they've got a tougher formulation for the oleophobic coating because that was always the weak part of tempered glass.
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For the Droid Razr.
I'm wondering which one has the
1) Best Texture
2) Better overall coverage
Pictures would be appreciated... I'm trying to find the one that covers all areas of the phone the most.
Also, is the bezel of the phone plastic or aluminum?
Thanks
I have had a few screen protectors for the razr but none seem to go to the edge of the screen (up to the plastic bezel)
Im currently using a stenheil protector and it is as if it isn't there.
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I tend to lean towards the "wet install" films as well. Especially on the Razr which has a slight bevel on the edge of the screen. This bevel makes the "static" films lift a bit.
Zagg
Has a orange peel texture which is noticeable at angles but when looking straight at the screen it looks perfect. I believe the texture is to help smudges and finger prints. Barely enough solution is included after you wet your hands as instructed. Crappy smoothing tool is too hard.
Skintomi
Texture is very smooth but you have to be very careful during install or you will be left with "squiggles". Its a weird effect but can be eliminated or reduced by installing the film in a steamy bathroom. Nearly as smooth as the bare screen but also attracts smudges and finger prints easily. Good smoothing tool.
ArmorShield
Very similar to Skintomi but made in USA of 3M Film. A little easier to install than the Skintomi and more than ample solution included. Decent/Good smoothing tool.
Couple of hints when installing any "wet" film:
** Wash hands completely to remove dirt from fingers.
** Thoroughly wet hands with solution after washing
** Install in a steamy environment (like a bathroom)
** Once you lay the film, it will slide easily if you don't apply pressure.
I had a zagg protector on my nexus s. And I loved that texture.
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Sexywacko said:
I have had a few screen protectors for the razr but none seem to go to the edge of the screen (up to the plastic bezel)
Im currently using a stenheil protector and it is as if it isn't there.
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I bought extreme guardz for my Razr Maxx and it actually covers the entire screen Corner to corner. The texture is great. It was a wet install and cost $1.50 off of ebay.
I installed a zagg
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I bought extreme guardz for my Razr Maxx and it actually covers the entire screen Corner to corner. The texture is great. It was a wet install and cost $1.50 off of ebay.
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I had Zagg and Stealth Guard before and I currently have the extreme guard on my Nexus S and there is no comparison. The Extreme Guard are the best by far. Zagg is too rubbery and actually attracts smudges and fingerprints. Stealth Guard was ok, but I found they were not cut to the exact shape that was required. The extreme guard fit perfectly, add some non-slip texture, but are barely noticeable on the screen. And given the price they can be purchased for on eBay you really cant go wrong. I have a RAZR coming in the mail and I immediately purchased two full-body shields from Extreme Guard off eBay. Two of them including shipping was like $12 to Canada.
I'm using the Clear Ultra Crystal Steinheil screen protecter and it's AWESOME. It's thin, but durable. It doesn't have that rubbery feel and you can't even tell that I have a screen protector on.
Im using Steinheil Clear Ultra Crystal as well. It is the best screen protector I have ever used. Very smooth, and clear and tough. I have had mine on for 3 months, and it is still pristine.
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Im using Steinheil Clear Ultra Crystal as well. It is the best screen protector I have ever used. Very smooth, and clear and tough. I have had mine on for 3 months, and it is still pristine.
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Mine was fine until my work stanley blade almost went through it. Thank f**k I had one on.
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Out of all these, do any cover the sides and corners of the phone? I have a ghost armor on mine and it leaves the edges bare. On my Droid charge it covered everything, but for some reason not my new Razr. That's what needs covered the most, and I don't like cases so would prefer a skin.
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I just installed my zagg late last night. I have to say I'm impressed with it. I only have 1 piece of dust under it, and most of the little bubbles are gone after 7-8 hours.
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I bought a phantom skinz chromatic earlier this week and it should get here today. I've had a TPU case the whole time and I've always felt it took away from the slim factor no matter how thin it is. I hope the skin is better. I'm pretty careful with my phone and I just wanted something to protect it from surface scratches around the corners and edges. I will let you know how it goes when I get it on there and I'll post some pics too if I can.
I just installed a phantom skinz chromatic this past Saturday and I have mixed feelings about it so far. It cost me nearly 30 bucks and it came with the skin and 2 screen protectors. I followed the instructions to the letter and I mostly like the skin but the screen protector not so much. The skin has a nice texture like wood grain and I think it will protect the phone nicely. What I don't like is that there are a lot of gaps in which you can feel the hard edges of the skin. I have been getting used to it over the past few days. I'm having a harder time getting past the irregularities of the screen protector. The instructions say to allow a few days for small bubbles and other hazy imperfections to smooth out. It has improved a lot since install but as you can see in the pics there appears to be what looks like tiny bubbles or dust. These are actually IN the screen protector. There are other things I can't get past. It has a sticky rubbery feel that doesn't feel right when Swyping. There are also small ripples in places that have not gone away. Also the screen responsiveness seems to me to be a bit lower. Menus don't really "coast" anymore when I flick thru. The only real benefits I can see is that it really is smudge resistant to fingerprints. I do think it would protect the screen against some serious attack but its interfering with my enjoyment of the phone; so I'll probably remove the protector and keep the skin and just rely on the gorilla glass.I've had the phone since 11/11 and its done fine without it this far. Just my opinion on this skin. Hope this helps you decide.
Also the Bezel of the phone is plastic to answer your other question. Cheers!
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I usually like to install skins on thin phones like the Razr and my last phone the Xperia Arc, as bulking it up with a case seems to defeat the whole point of the phone's design. Anyways, have a Skinomi on my Arc, and decided to try a Xtremeguardz skin on my Razr...mostly because the Xtremeguardz skin was much cheaper at $5 vs. $15.
Whereas the Skinomi had entirely seperate pieces for the sides, top, and back, the Xtremeguardz back piece wraps around the sides as well...there's seperate pieces for the camera area and very top. Personally I'm not sure I like this full wrap around design, as what I've found in the past is I tend to get annoyed with having these skins stuck to the sides of the phone. The sharp edges tend to catch on my holster case I clip to my belt when sliding the phone in and out, and before long it starts looking chipped at the corner edges. It also tends to pick up dust and debris on the edges and never stays clean.
On the Skinomi for my Arc, I had the option of just simply installing the back battery cover skin, and I opted to leave the rest bare...this worked the best for me as I wasn't constantly feeling the sharp edges nor the stickiness of the skin, and my main concern was having protection for the phone's back when I set it down on surfaces. My leather holster protected the rest of the phone from daily abuse. My Xtremeguardz on my Razr still seems to be curing its bubbles after day 3, and I find also the edges keep getting unstuck on the Xtremeguardz. I haven't started using the phone yet daily, so I'll have to see if I want to stick with using it.
As far as the included screen protectors go that come with these skins, I never bother using them. I find they're all just too sticky on fingers to be used on a swiping surface, so I always stick to regular hard screen protectors to get the smooth gliding sensation.
I've used both of these on both my G2s and G3s and want to share my findings. Feel free to share other brands and your results.
I carry my phones two ways. During work, they are in my shirt pockets where the only things rubbing on them are paper and the occasional dollar bills(between 6-14 hours a day). When not working, I place my phones in my front pocket with the screens facing each other. Keys and change will also be in that pocket. When I only have one phone, the screen faces my leg(between 2-4 hours average). I almost always have both phones at the same time.
iLoome Flex: This protector has a hardness rating of 8H. Despite that, it is flexible. I chose this first because I expected the flexibility to help dissipate any force applied to It. It did it's job well. Over a 6 month time period, it never chipped or cracked until I removed it, where it then basically crumbled to pieces during removal. The fit was good, not great. There was a gap around the edges, but that became a moot point once I put on my incipio case. I did not have any lifting issues like others have claimed. Installation was somewhat easy because of a taped hinged installation design to help figure out placement prior to removing the adhesive protection. There was still some difficulty due to it being smaller and trying to center the gaps while aligning the opening for the sensors. The feel of the glass wasn't as smooth as a bare screen and took some adjusting. In the end I preferred this because it allowed me to be more accurate in my selections and typing. I ended up removing it because after 6 months of use, the screen had become scuffed from use., which makes me question the hardness rating. That being said, I prefer the feel of this over a bare screen.
ZAGG: this protector has a hardness rating of 9H. There is very little play in regards to flexibility. The fit of this protector was superior with a very small gap which disappeared once a case was put on. Installation is the same as every other ZAGG protector, but this was the easiest I had ever done. Because of the great fit, it went on the first time and didn't need to squeegeed. Thinking I got lucky, I removed it and tried again with the same result. The feel of the protector is much slicker than the iLoome and dare I say, even the screen. It really feels like there isn't anything there. Since I've used It, however, the slickness has been a problem for me. I make more typing errors and accuracy has gone down the drain. When playing games like clash of clans where I can tap and hold, I get no response because my finger will almost always slide. It takes 2-3 deliberate tries before I get the desired response. In addition, I get A LOT of accidental screen presses from something as simple as scrolling through a page or feed. I have touch tracking on and the accuracy is off while using this protector by a millimeter or two. Sometimes, touches won't even register. This alone is almost enough to make me switch back to iLoome. After only a month, the screen still looks brand New. As for the actual protection, it was accidentally chipped by someone in an environment where it shouldn't have happened. Clearing away the chipped area resulted in smaller chips coming off. Once it was cleaned, it seemed like ther would be no other damage. Later that night, I dropped the phone about 3 1/2 feet flat on it's face. The raised edges of the case kept the screen from actually contacting the concrete. When I examined the phone, there was now a 1 1/2 inch hairline crack coming from the chip. It is barely noticeable and doesn't feel like it's there. No bubbles or lifted areas. I enabled developer options and tested touch across all areas of the chip and crack and found no loss of function and there was full responsiveness. This is still currently on my G3. I plan to keep it on for a while longer to see how it stands up to daily wear and tear.
I'll update as I continue to use the ZAGG and what I decide to use in the long run as well as other protectors I try out. Again, feel free to share your own experiences with these or other glass protectors.
Dropped my phone on its corner today. The crack spread across the screen. Still no effect on usage, but it wasn't a big or hard drop. It seems that once the ZAGG is chipped, it's shot.
I used an iCarez 0.2mm tempered glass screen protector on my G3. It was an easy install in the steamy bathroom and provides pretty good sensitivity, unless my fingers are really dry and cold.
It also smears really bad if your fingers are the least bit oily or greasy. Don't handle the phone after eating buttered popcorn. It claims to be olephobic, but maybe not so much.
Lastly, on my first airline flight with it, it cracked a couple of curves across the lower left. Nothing fell off. iCarez is sending me a replacement, but made sure to tell me that breaking it voids the warranty. It was in my pants pocket when it cracked. I might go with a tough plastic one next.
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I used an iCarez 0.2mm tempered glass screen protector on my G3. It was an easy install in the steamy bathroom and provides pretty good sensitivity, unless my fingers are really dry and cold.
It also smears really bad if your fingers are the least bit oily or greasy. Don't handle the phone after eating buttered popcorn. It claims to be olephobic, but maybe not so much.
Lastly, on my first airline flight with it, it cracked a couple of curves across the lower left. Nothing fell off. iCarez is sending me a replacement, but made sure to tell me that breaking it voids the warranty. It was in my pants pocket when it cracked. I might go with a tough plastic one next.
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Best advice ever! Always forget the steamy bathroom. Really does make a difference!
Have bnib 9h 0.3mm icarez true glass. Got as gift. Probably saving for when I sell the phone. Currently using icarez matte protector. I basically said ok I'll put on the tempered glass as soon as this plastic ones scratches. But no matter what this plastic one is not scratching at all. Kind of funny. What's everyones comment on screen sensitivity? I'm very concerned that using anything other than a regular protector that it's going to significantly decrease sensitivity to touch.
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I don't understand the G3 touch sensitivity at all. Mine seems sometimes to just be untouchable. I mean, like in Ingress, I will sometimes have to really bang on the button several times before it will register a press, then other times it is normal, for the same button. I am not at all sure this has anything to do with the glass protector though. Almost seems like lag.
trent999 said:
I used an iCarez 0.2mm tempered glass screen protector on my G3. It was an easy install in the steamy bathroom and provides pretty good sensitivity, unless my fingers are really dry and cold.
It also smears really bad if your fingers are the least bit oily or greasy. Don't handle the phone after eating buttered popcorn. It claims to be olephobic, but maybe not so much.
Lastly, on my first airline flight with it, it cracked a couple of curves across the lower left. Nothing fell off. iCarez is sending me a replacement, but made sure to tell me that breaking it voids the warranty. It was in my pants pocket when it cracked. I might go with a tough plastic one next.
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Forgot about that. The iLoome smudges like crazy. The ZAGG doesnt.
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I don't understand the G3 touch sensitivity at all. Mine seems sometimes to just be untouchable. I mean, like in Ingress, I will sometimes have to really bang on the button several times before it will register a press, then other times it is normal, for the same button. I am not at all sure this has anything to do with the glass protector though. Almost seems like lag.
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It appears to have the same issue the G2 had at launch. It was fixed with an update.
crashN2u said:
I've used both of these on both my G2s and G3s and want to share my findings. Feel free to share other brands and your results.
I carry my phones two ways. During work, they are in my shirt pockets where the only things rubbing on them are paper and the occasional dollar bills(between 6-14 hours a day). When not working, I place my phones in my front pocket with the screens facing each other. Keys and change will also be in that pocket. When I only have one phone, the screen faces my leg(between 2-4 hours average). I almost always have both phones at the same time.
iLoome Flex: This protector has a hardness rating of 8H. Despite that, it is flexible. I chose this first because I expected the flexibility to help dissipate any force applied to It. It did it's job well. Over a 6 month time period, it never chipped or cracked until I removed it, where it then basically crumbled to pieces during removal. The fit was good, not great. There was a gap around the edges, but that became a moot point once I put on my incipio case. I did not have any lifting issues like others have claimed. Installation was somewhat easy because of a taped hinged installation design to help figure out placement prior to removing the adhesive protection. There was still some difficulty due to it being smaller and trying to center the gaps while aligning the opening for the sensors. The feel of the glass wasn't as smooth as a bare screen and took some adjusting. In the end I preferred this because it allowed me to be more accurate in my selections and typing. I ended up removing it because after 6 months of use, the screen had become scuffed from use., which makes me question the hardness rating. That being said, I prefer the feel of this over a bare screen.
ZAGG: this protector has a hardness rating of 9H. There is very little play in regards to flexibility. The fit of this protector was superior with a very small gap which disappeared once a case was put on. Installation is the same as every other ZAGG protector, but this was the easiest I had ever done. Because of the great fit, it went on the first time and didn't need to squeegeed. Thinking I got lucky, I removed it and tried again with the same result. The feel of the protector is much slicker than the iLoome and dare I say, even the screen. It really feels like there isn't anything there. Since I've used It, however, the slickness has been a problem for me. I make more typing errors and accuracy has gone down the drain. When playing games like clash of clans where I can tap and hold, I get no response because my finger will almost always slide. It takes 2-3 deliberate tries before I get the desired response. In addition, I get A LOT of accidental screen presses from something as simple as scrolling through a page or feed. I have touch tracking on and the accuracy is off while using this protector by a millimeter or two. Sometimes, touches won't even register. This alone is almost enough to make me switch back to iLoome. After only a month, the screen still looks brand New. As for the actual protection, it was accidentally chipped by someone in an environment where it shouldn't have happened. Clearing away the chipped area resulted in smaller chips coming off. Once it was cleaned, it seemed like ther would be no other damage. Later that night, I dropped the phone about 3 1/2 feet flat on it's face. The raised edges of the case kept the screen from actually contacting the concrete. When I examined the phone, there was now a 1 1/2 inch hairline crack coming from the chip. It is barely noticeable and doesn't feel like it's there. No bubbles or lifted areas. I enabled developer options and tested touch across all areas of the chip and crack and found no loss of function and there was full responsiveness. This is still currently on my G3. I plan to keep it on for a while longer to see how it stands up to daily wear and tear.
I'll update as I continue to use the ZAGG and what I decide to use in the long run as well as other protectors I try out. Again, feel free to share your own experiences with these or other glass protectors.
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I have the Zagg and just like you I have sensitivity issues to the point I get frustrated at times when it wouldn't respond to my taps and presses. I don't get much smudging but I have nothing to compare it to. I was thinking of getting Spigen's GLAS.tR NANO SLIM protector since it is 0.23 mm thick compared to Zagg's 0.4 mm thickness but the price is pretty steep.
Do you think it's safe to be without screen protector on OP5?
Sure it's safe as long as you don't mind the eventual tiny scratches or never drop the phone where the display hits a surface hard enough to crack. I use a screen protector mainly to avoid the inevitable tiny scratches (never completely rely on Gorilla glass) and on the off chance it helps in a direct display hit.
Its all up to you but I never fully trust a bare display as I've gotten burned by the tiny scratches on previous devices. Plus a non-scratched display helps with resale value.
Depends on the case you use, if you use no case then no, if you use a case with a decent lip protection then yeah.
I wouldn't recommend it. I removed the SP on mine because i felt like it was getting too many scratches and losing sensibility and Gorilla Glass 5 was fine for normal usage. I totally regret it because now i have a lot of small scratches and one very noticeable on the bottom, and I take good care of my phone, the worst thing now is to find a good and cheap screen protector, not even the plastic one come close to the one installed.
Yeah remove it.... The quality of the screen protector is crap. Here using a OnePlus 5 without case and without screen protector. Not a single scratch. Day one user.
Remember to put the phone alone in your pocket. And select the type of pocket you put it in.
I had a similar question and people had some insightful answers here:
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My question is: do I need a screen protector?
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Apparently the GG5 is not as strong in scratch resistance as GG2. The op5 will scratch easier if you were coming from a oneplus one.
Every phone I've had got scratches eventually except for the Nexus one lol. I haven't gotten any on my oneplus 5 yet. I had three screen protector on all but maybe a few days total. Because I'm always shoving my phone into the dirty chest pocket of my florescent work vest, there is going to be sand and dirt occasionally getting on the screen and that will likely scratch it eventually.
using a Spigen case along with the preapplied screen protector that came with the phone itself
Hi folks,
I'm used to using TGSP, and I bought one of the OP TGSPs for the 6T, but for now I'm leaving it unopened. I actually like the factory-applied plastic film, except for the fact that it picks up scratches so easily.
Is there a more durable or self-healing plastic that has that same slick feel and edge-to-edge coverage? I'd like to replace my factory one with a similar-but-less-scratchable alternative without adding the thickness of glass and without losing edge to edge coverage.
I've read lots of these threads but there are so many opinions and most of the action is around TGSP.
I'm in the US, so please focus on ones available here.
My current best guess from Amazon is the IQ Shield one.
Thanks!
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Hi folks,
I'm used to using TGSP, and I bought one of the OP TGSPs for the 6T, but for now I'm leaving it unopened. I actually like the factory-applied plastic film, except for the fact that it picks up scratches so easily.
Is there a more durable or self-healing plastic that has that same slick feel and edge-to-edge coverage? I'd like to replace my factory one with a similar-but-less-scratchable alternative without adding the thickness of glass and without losing edge to edge coverage.
I've read lots of these threads but there are so many opinions and most of the action is around TGSP.
I'm in the US, so please focus one ones available here.
My current best guess from Amazon is the IQ Shield one.
Thanks!
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I couldn't find one like stock so I opted for a glass one mad by SuperShieldz.
I had used them before.
Works pretty well and I'd give it about a 4.5/5.
Frankenscript said:
I'm in the US, so please focus on ones available here.
My current best guess from Amazon is the IQ Shield one.
Thanks!
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Been using the one you posted for a month now and it's great. Perfect fit and even covers a lil bit of extra room at the bottom so if you're using nav gestures you won't be peeling at the bottom of it.
I used to use Armor Suit film protectors exclusively on all of my phones. May want to give them a look. I never had any issues with them at all.
Frankenscript said:
Hi folks,
I'm used to using TGSP, and I bought one of the OP TGSPs for the 6T, but for now I'm leaving it unopened. I actually like the factory-applied plastic film, except for the fact that it picks up scratches so easily.
Is there a more durable or self-healing plastic that has that same slick feel and edge-to-edge coverage? I'd like to replace my factory one with a similar-but-less-scratchable alternative without adding the thickness of glass and without losing edge to edge coverage.
I've read lots of these threads but there are so many opinions and most of the action is around TGSP.
I'm in the US, so please focus on ones available here.
My current best guess from Amazon is the IQ Shield one.
Thanks!
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I'm using that one now. Closest to the stock one. Doesn't scratch easy at all. First try had 3 specks under by earpiece. 2nd attempt I have 1 speck in middle but it's liveable. I would definitely recommend it. The tgsp just blocks the edges. I didn't even have to retain fingerprints
Ok, I ordered it. Will install this weekend. Kinda scared to remove the factory one but it's already scratched after a month, and my phone lives in a case most of the time.
Will report back how it goes. Is it wet apply or dry?
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Last night I removed the pre applied protector and put on the IQ shield one. It was an easy wet apply process. Got it on fine though maybe close to a mm too low; after it had mostly dried out by this morning I had a bit of an edge at the bottom where the screen curves. I burnished it down and hope it will stay. The protector is pretty full coverage, with a notch for the camera.
It was easy to work out the few bubbles while everything was wet, and I looked at the phone on edge using light reflections to see bumps to be squeegeed out. As expected there was some distortion while it was still wet, so I just set the phone aside until morning.
Fast forward 10 hours, and the distortion is gone. There is a definite orange peel "microbump" effect on the screen protector surface; hopefully that will diminish as it continues to dry out.
It's also not as slick as the original pre applied protector, at least not yet.
Let's see how it goes and will report back in a few days.
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Approaching 48 hours. The IQShield protector is doing well. It feels a bit slicker to my touch than it used to, perhaps due to a slight haze of finger oils after being used for a while, or perhaps because it's fully dry now.
It still has the orange peel ripple effect on the surface. I'm attaching a picture of what a reflection of light looks like on it, so you can get an idea:
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The material is soft; if you drag a fingernail across it, it will leave a trail until it squishes back out. This is the "self healing" property. Reminds me of the coating on the screen protector I had on my 3T.
I was hoping for a smoother, "harder" surface with the IQShield, but it is a high quality product. If you are looking for a full coverage plastic screen protector and like the slightly squishy self healing type, this one is a no brainer. Excellent wet apply process and it seems robust. If you are looking for "a replacement for glass, but something that won't break" this probably isn't for you.
I'm going to live with it for a month or two and see how I feel. I may eventually remove it and replace with a glass TGSP.
Frankenscript said:
Approaching 48 hours. The IQShield protector is doing well. It feels a bit slicker to my touch than it used to, perhaps due to a slight haze of finger oils after being used for a while, or perhaps because it's fully dry now.
It still has the orange peel ripple effect on the surface. I'm attaching a picture of what a reflection of light looks like on it, so you can get an idea:
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The material is soft; if you drag a fingernail across it, it will leave a trail until it squishes back out. This is the "self healing" property. Reminds me of the coating on the screen protector I had on my 3T.
I was hoping for a smoother, "harder" surface with the IQShield, but it is a high quality product. If you are looking for a full coverage plastic screen protector and like the slightly squishy self healing type, this one is a no brainer. Excellent wet apply process and it seems robust. If you are looking for "a replacement for glass, but something that won't break" this probably isn't for you.
I'm going to live with it for a month or two and see how I feel. I may eventually remove it and replace with a glass TGSP.
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Thanks for your review/input. I was torn between this or the Skinomi one. I had a TGSP before from Omotion with the oem case and it landed face first and cracked the digitizer because it sat flush with the lip of the case. It was my kinda my fault though because I knew this and was waiting on my Rhinoshield bumper and couldn't wait to slap on my TGSP. Anyways got it fixed and always kinda wanted the orangy look because I never could afford Zaggs years ago [emoji38]
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I remember the Zagg protectors! Had one on my DroidX in ~2010. Good product but it absorbed dye from my holster case and got gradually darker in regions of it where it had most contact with the inside of the holster. I sent it back eventually and got a free replacement; good warranty. I hope this IQShield one won't darken...
Plastic protectors need 7 to 10 days to settle down and give a glass like feeling
vegetaleb said:
Plastic protectors need 7 to 10 days to settle down and give a glass like feeling
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Where did you read that?
hRAQyfb1oz said:
Where did you read that?
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3 years experience
Couple weeks in now. Really liking the self healing protector. Sure it has a bit of orange peel effect but that doesn't impact use. It has held up well so far.
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I will have the wet imak film protection any time now, though I wonder if I apply it or keep the stock one.
For people who applied third party film protection do you recommend it or no difference with stock?
IQshield is self healing and soft squishy not flat like the stock one. I like it after some use.
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Prism from dbrand
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Prism from dbrand
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Doesn't fully cover the visible screen area, same as many cheaper protectors.
Im in the same boat as OP.
Really liked the pre-applied screen protector the 6T came with (does Oneplus not sell that one?)
Lasted about 2 months, but I really liked how clear it was.
I ordered the IQ Shield one, and while good, it has the orange skin effect going on that the included didnt have. Any recommended options for clear flim protectors for the 6T?
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Doesn't fully cover the visible screen area, same as many cheaper protectors.
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Yep, put mine on today, it sucks. Doesn't cover the whole screen, makes it look a little grainy, just a crappy product. Yeah maybe it's super strong but what's the point of it makes using the device a poor experience?
Hi All,
There are some disturbing news regarding that 23 ultra have less scratched resistant screen. So victus is more pron to shatter but easily get scratches. As from S1 i never use screen protector and i don't carry my phone in pocket either... I use belt holster... But now i get some anxiety regarding those scratches less resistant...
Anyone here notice scratches while using the S23 phones without screen protector?
Galaxy S23 Ultra’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Is Not Scratch-Resistant; Owner Claims Flagship Received ‘Micro-Abrasions’ While Kept In the Pocket
One Galaxy S23 Ultra owner claims that the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 scratches easily, showing minor scratches while phone was kept in his pocket
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Well, I have the same problem, After 2 days with my phone I have 3 screen scratches on my phone, and the s22 ultra it's still like in the first day after 1 year... so .. I have just buyed a glass screen protector from Amazon.
What can I say , I don't like it but, it is what it is.
Edit, i don`t know why i have this empty space , but now it`s gone!
Is your post should have a pic? As there is none but a lot os space... Anyway that is so bad news... Where did you carry it? In pocket?
Glass is glass. Not shocking at all lol
Brava27 said:
Glass is glass. Not shocking at all lol
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It's absolutely shocking unless people are walking around with sand in their pockets...
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It's absolutely shocking unless people are walking around with sand in their pockets...
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Yup. Keys, coins, metal won't scratch phones. Sand or dirt? Absolutely lethal. It's been like this since the dawn of glass screens.
It's the reason why i ave installed the original Samsung S22Ultra screen protector first day on my S23Ultra to no take risques... s22-Ultra screen protector is sheaper and fits perfectly... 15 dollars 2 pieces
I applied a samsung original screen protector on mine the first minute it is out of the box. When buying a phone of this price why not use a screen protector... common.. The samsung original screen protector fits so nice you dont even see or feel it is there. Glass will scratch in your pockets no matter if it is victus 2 or + or +++++x10
I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
With every new phone release you will see threads like this. Glass is not impervious to scratches regardless of the type.
Use a screen protector if you are bothered by micro scratches.
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I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
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Exactly. Pocket is a cave of danger. I play on dusty softnall diamonds. Dust and dirt everywhere. Can't risk it.
My S22 ultra never had screen protector and I put it in my pocket very often. After 1 year of daily use it has no scratches. Let's hope my new S23 ultra will continue with the same course..
Currently own a S23 Ultra also and have been carrying it around in my pocket, no scratches at all on my side (yet).
But owned a S21 Plus for 2 years as well with no Screen protector at all and it also got scratches in the long run (obviously), don't even notice it when the screen is ON.
And glass is glass after all come on...
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Exactly. Pocket is a cave of danger. I play on dusty softnall diamonds. Dust and dirt everywhere. Can't risk it.
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Hasn't Samsung offered a S. Care+ plan with a private pocket cleaning assistant always walking by your side and taking care of refreshing your pocket whenever you wish to place your S23U inside of it?
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I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
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I put my phones in a Spigen Tough Armor every time, I put them in my pockets, and I've never had major issues with screen scratches other than my 12 Pro Max but as long as they're not immediately visible, and don't impact the reading of the screen, I don't really care too much. It's never affected trade in values either.
I refuse to use a screen protector. I haven't done so since like the HTC Mogul days and I'm not going to start now.
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Is your post should have a pic? As there is none but a lot os space... Anyway that is so bad news... Where did you carry it? In pocket?
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i have it in my pocket , but i always keep my phone in my pocket . Maybe i was just unlucky.
But i will start using a screen protector , hopefully it will work with fingerprint scaner.
As for why i use it without protection it´s because I was too excited to use the phone and Samsung sent me only the phone without the case i have preorder in the same time. So i have uset it like this .
But with s22 ultra i did´t have any problem and i use it at least 1 mounth without any protection (case or screen protector)
Anyway the phone is amazing otherwise.
This seems to be true. Haven't had a screen protector since the S10+ and had worst unexplained scratches after just one day of babying the phone with a good case on. 4 very visible claw like micro scratches on the lower half. No idea how this happened. Oh well, i guess I just gotta learn to stop sweating this stuff
installed my Spigen neo-flex on my S23 ultra right after I un-boxed it today, I won`t take any chances, I think the Manufacturers are try to make screen that`s too soft to keep it from cracking from drops, that's my opinion , instead of making the glass hard asf and make it more resistance to scratches.
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This seems to be true. Haven't had a screen protector since the S10+ and had worst unexplained scratches after just one day of babying the phone with a good case on. 4 very visible claw like micro scratches on the lower half. No idea how this happened. Oh well, i guess I just gotta learn to stop sweating this stuff
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This just doesn't make any sense. The normal scratch testing was done on YouTube already and the finding was that the S23 Ultra screen scratches at the exact same levels as other glass screens. Starts scratching at level 6 with deeper scratches at level 7. It's weird though, for the OnePlus 11 I watched a scratch test where it started scratching at level 5 and it's using the same Victus on the S21 Ultra, which wasn't shown to scratch that easily either.
Yeah I'm not sure how that is, I'm sure it may be more shatter proof but it seems softer because of that. The year old S22U i traded in, the screen was almost mint, no screen protector since it launched