Hi,
Is the Capacitative screen of this phone is scratch resistant like iPhone? I was able to use my iPhone for 2years without getting a scratch on screen. I am awaiting my phone in mail, was thinking of buying accesories...
Thank you
I won't be getting a protector for mine. As long as you are careful, you'll be fine.
Even people with ocd make mistakes. Get the case from att and a screen protector. Protect your investment. Trust me.
systoxity said:
Even people with ocd make mistakes. Get the case from att and a screen protector. Protect your investment. Trust me.
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Very true. And that whole scratch protector is kinda a lie. You can see pics/vids where the iPhone screen is pretty scratched.
No offense to anyone posting on this topic but I do not understand the purchase of accessories from AT&T or any other provider store. Items for these phones can be purchased significantly cheaper from online.
I bought a box of cut-to-size screen protectors for $5 from amazon and it has lasted our family through several phones and replacements. Touch screen function is not hindered and clarity is perfectly fine.
Though I use screen protectors, I do not believe in phone cases. I feel a phone is built to fit the users hand and cases add unwanted bulk that I don't like. Accidents do happen but in most situations you will cause no more than cosmetic damage. Use some sense when handling your phone and it should last until your next.
I remember recently having a "discussion" with my wife as to why she paid more to get a white iphone and then put a case on it. This baffled me to the point of agitation and I had to drop the conversation.
If really concerned, just get insurance through your provider or home insurance company. At least until the phone price drops after the next big release.
Thanks
Thanks for the replies, will be getting a case any way, still thinking of screen protector...
Shovelhead84 said:
No offense to anyone posting on this topic but I do not understand the purchase of accessories from AT&T or any other provider store. Items for these phones can be purchased significantly cheaper from online.
I bought a box of cut-to-size screen protectors for $5 from amazon and it has lasted our family through several phones and replacements. Touch screen function is not hindered and clarity is perfectly fine.
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QFT on all that. I bought like 6 from Ebay China for like $1 and they work better than Apple's $10 ones.
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Though I use screen protectors, I do not believe in phone cases. I feel a phone is built to fit the users hand and cases add unwanted bulk that I don't like. Accidents do happen but in most situations you will cause no more than cosmetic damage. Use some sense when handling your phone and it should last until your next.
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That's a calculated risk.
Is spending $5/mo with a $50 deductible worth it versus spending $30 for a case???
You obviously have not used any good cases. Not all cases are like Otterbox and add half a pound to the weight and an inch to the thickness... SwitchEasy was my favorite when I had my iPhone. Waiting for something similar on the Captivate now.
I'm debating this as well.
I got the body glove case from att and a pack of screen protectors. The att rep put it on for me bubble free. I keep the case on when i am out and take it off at my desk at work. The phone is beautiful. The screen protector is more finger friendly and shows no smudges.
Definitely get a screen protector. Accidents happen, no matter how careful you are. And I would suggest a body glove of some type, again, accidents happen.
What brand of screen protector do you guys recommend?
Shovelhead84 said:
No offense to anyone posting on this topic but I do not understand the purchase of accessories from AT&T or any other provider store. Items for these phones can be purchased significantly cheaper from online.
I bought a box of cut-to-size screen protectors for $5 from amazon and it has lasted our family through several phones and replacements. Touch screen function is not hindered and clarity is perfectly fine.
Though I use screen protectors, I do not believe in phone cases. I feel a phone is built to fit the users hand and cases add unwanted bulk that I don't like. Accidents do happen but in most situations you will cause no more than cosmetic damage. Use some sense when handling your phone and it should last until your next.
I remember recently having a "discussion" with my wife as to why she paid more to get a white iphone and then put a case on it. This baffled me to the point of agitation and I had to drop the conversation.
If really concerned, just get insurance through your provider or home insurance company. At least until the phone price drops after the next big release.
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aaaaaaaaahhhhhaha white iphone with a case. i lol'd. women eh?
with ur statement on bulk, get one with a minimalistic design. a case not only protect ur phone but look sexy too. if you scratch a case you can replace it hangin on to that sex appeal. scratch a phone and ur sol. Also good condition is important for resale
oh but if ur really against cases just get one like leather case that you only keep it in while ur not using it
Case:
I understand both sides. I guess "accidentally" putting my phones through more punishment than I thought they would endure has given me excess confidence in their physical design. I am a fan of the "phone pocket" now in most jeans and cargo pants. It is comfortable and easy to grab (also stays low to the ground). I would like to take some advice and get a nice case but I guess my wife's iPhone cases have already left me disapproving and I hate to add bulk, but maybe I'll try again. I'll admit the Captivate is a bit "smooth."
Screen Protector:
There is not to much to argue about here. I wouldn't worry about brand.
1. Does it stick to the screen?
2. Is it clear?
3. Does it fit?
If you answer YES to all three of these then it is a good screen protector.
If you answer NO to any one of these questions, KEEP SHOPPING.
I'll take a look later to see what brand the box is I have at home so I can post it.
Slim but durable cases are possible. Just very few companies put forth the effort to engineer one.
Switch Easy, they only make for iProducts but when I had my 3GS it was great. A thin rubber around the outside (protect it from shocks and also keeps the case itself from scratching it), then you snap a horizontal then a vertical case that form into one hard case... It was very thin (nothing like the bulk of an Otterbox), yet I think you could have thrown it across the room and the phone been fine.
I recommend the invisibleShield by Zagg. Had one on my iphone and totaled out a work van by flipping it with the phone sitting on the dash. Was one single mark on the iphone screen and it came off when I put a new Shield on it. I was impressed. It feels a bit rubbery for a screen protector at first but never noticed any impedance with touch sensitivity. Costs a bit more then normal protectors as well but again well worth it if you ask me.
Just got home and looked at the protectors I have. The brand is WRITERIGHT (universal screen protectors)
A set of 10 was dirt cheap ($3) and I have been using them for about 2 years. They are cut-to-fit and will cover the entire face of the captivate.
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hello all. first post on here. just got my captivate last saturday and still waiting for martin fields to make a screen protector for this phone. they are a lil pricey, but totally worth it.
Well when I picked up my Captivate, I picked up the Body Glove Silicone Case from ATT because I prefer to keep any new devices in a silicone/gel style case for some protection. My sister and mom picked up the Captivate after they played with mine on Sunday *7-19-2010* and called me last night to set up my mom's phone and install a screen protector *3x for $ 9.99 at the corporate att store in my area*, for installing the sp and transfering the contacts *manually* and setting up gmail, I got a SP for free for my captivate for 15 minuets worth of work. Not too bad and I am a little more less worried then the last 2 days..
HTH,
Charlie
Wow, 16 replies and not one answer to the original question about the Glass.
Many devices like Microsoft Zunes have a special hardened Glass, you can use keys, knives, razor blades etc to it and not scratch them. If a screen protector makes you warm and fuzzy go for it, but if this device (I don't yet know what Glass it has) has "that" Glass then its a waste of money. It's going to take a hell of a hit to break it, and a sceen protector wont prevent that.
You can read about such glass here:
http://www.anythingbutipod.com/archives/2009/04/glass-screen-durability-test-a-lesson-on-the-mohs-hardness-scale.php
I ran a screen protector on my HTC Hermes for years, and hated it. Finally removed it last year and love it. And no scratches. (Case has flip cover for when its in your pocket) A lot more depends on how you treat it. I have 4 sons, 2 of them seem to destroy electronics, 2 of them don't.
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Perhaps because nobody knows? And also nobody is going to scratch their expensive device just to find out.
http://www.it.co.kr/news/mediaitNewsView.php?nBoardSeq=62&nSeq=1743987&nModeC=4&auth=1
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Because I'm brave and they're giving me the Invisible Shield and a 50 dollar credit, I'm sending my GT-P7510 to Zagg to have them design an InvisibleShield product for it. It should go to them tomorrow and they said it takes them 24hrs to do the measurements and send the product back.
So Zagg may be the first ones that actually get a specifically designed Screen and full body sheild out for the thin GT10 model.
I'll keep everyone posted with what they tell me.
Wow thanks for doing this
I agree with kentoe, thanks a lot!
Hopefully accessory makers will start to notice the 10.1 over the next few weeks
Awesome. Surprised they hadnt requested the measurements directly from Samsung though. Although, being able to test skins on an actual device will be helpful.
They shouldve sent someone to I/O lol
I got the GT-P7510 back this morning. Zagg did a good job with it. It doesnt cover the silver bezel except on the top edge of the device. They also cut out holes for the camera and light sensor on front and back.
Im guessing it will hit the Zagg website here pretty soon.
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Thank you so much for doing that.
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wow thanks
any word on when we can order our own version? I really want a screen protector
And we never heard anything back?
i ordered imitation zagg called "xtremeguard" anyone have experience with this product?
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And we never heard anything back?
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Well, I've had it on my device for a week or more at this point. I honestly don't like the way the material feels at all. I've normally avoided the Zagg branded products in the past instead ordering from Bestskinsever.com. Because they were cheaper mostly.
It feels like the Zagg material is far too tacky and textured. Im hoping it hardens a little with time and smooths out. And for being "self healing" it didn't make it through the first trip in my computer brief on a plane without a very noticeable pinhead sized gash. It definitely hasn't healed yet. It also collects finger prints easily and they don't come off quickly at all.
They gave me a $100 in free gift cards which i proceeded to order covers for about every random gadget I own. Maybe they feel better than what the GT10 is covered in.
From a protection standpoint it seems to be doing its job though. I suppose that's the foremost reason any of us order the protectors. As for the release, I have no idea. Send them an email, they seem pretty good about replies.
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Tab 10.1 invisibleSHIELD now available
When I checked earlier this week, I couldn't find an invisibleSHIELD for the Tab on Zagg's site except the one that appeared to be for the 7 inch, so I emailed them. Lo and behold, I received a reply today, and the shield for the 10.1 is now on the site!
(and, I can't post the link because I'm new.)
I've had an invisibleSHIELD on my iPod touch (3rd gen) since about a week after I got it. Yes, the feel is closer to "tacky" rather than the slick glass-only feel of the bare iPod, and I imagine it will be the same on the Tab. I actually prefer this - I kept being afraid I would drop my iPod.
I haven't had a problem cleaning it. Rubbing firmly on my pants leg is usually enough to clear the fingerprint buildup, and when the surface starts feeling icky I use a very, very slightly damp paper towel to clean it. Honestly, before I got the Shield, I didn't like the feel of the screen, but I have oily skin, so I leave lots of fingerprints behind. I also have not had a problem with the shield being damaged, beyond my deliberate efforts (see below).
So I don't sound like a commercial for Zagg... Be aware that the shield material doesn't handle rounded corners well. I had to trim the corners on my iPod's shield where they had pulled away and picked up pocket lint. Looks like they're avoiding that issue on the Tab's skin by not covering the edge. The shield also reduced the sensitivity of the touch screen - only slightly, but noticeably.
This is the link.
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/samsung-galaxy-tab-10-1-inch-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
Anyone order one of these and have it shipped yet? I placed an order on June 15 but the order hasn't even processed yet and I'm still waiting for them to get back to my email.
Is this the same type as the one at BestBuy?
I'm still debating if I will need one.
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Is this the same type as the one at BestBuy?
I'm still debating if I will need one.
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$30 for 10cents worth of plastic for just the front ($40 for front and back). They're nuts. Bodyguardz is $20, Kinomi is $16 and there is some cheap junk on eBay for $5. I'll either wait for a 50% off Zagg coupon or wrap it in saran wrap!
I bought one of these on release day. By 9pm that night I had already torn it off... felt like a 2 inch thick sheet of rubber tbh.
I've used Zagg in the past and it works, but for devices with gorilla glass like the 10.1 it's not necesary.
The back I think is the part that needs the protection.
I have a Zagg shield on my phone (Samsung Fascinate) and I love it. But I don't think I'm going to put one on my Tab. For starters, I think phones and other smaller devices (iPods, etc.) are much more prone to drops and other things that could cause scratches. And I've ordered the Samsung book cover case for my Tab, so that should protect the back and the screen reasonably well.
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I have a Zagg shield on my phone (Samsung Fascinate) and I love it. But I don't think I'm going to put one on my Tab. For starters, I think phones and other smaller devices (iPods, etc.) are much more prone to drops and other things that could cause scratches. And I've ordered the Samsung book cover case for my Tab, so that should protect the back and the screen reasonably well.
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I have it on mine, the install was clean so it really looks good I dont even notice it anymore. As for the Samsung book cover case, is that a pre-order from somewhere? Can you post a link and did they give you any expected ship date?..thanks!
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I have it on mine, the install was clean so it really looks good I dont even notice it anymore. As for the Samsung book cover case, is that a pre-order from somewhere? Can you post a link and did they give you any expected ship date?..thanks!
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I ordered it from Best Buy For Business...mostly because I had a $20 Best Buy gift card and nothing else to use it on. So it only cost me $35.
http://www.bestbuybusiness.com/bbfb...etail&showAddButton=true&productID=BB11427620
But I haven't heard anything about shipping yet so not sure when I'll get it.
Just ordered a Gnex from wirefly for Verizon.. really excited!
Quick question, how is the glass quality on the phone? I had a screen protector on my original droid but eventually took it off. Used the phone for over 2 years and it doesn't have a single scratch, ding, or nick anywhere on the glass. Safe to say that the glass on my old original droid was strong enough to make the screen protector I bought completely useless.
Aside from that, is there anything with the phone worth mentioning that I should know about that I may have missed? Spent the last few hours reading nearly every recent thread in each of the Gnex forum sections here but didn't go that far back..
The screen is similar/the same as Gorilla Glass. But I still wouldn't trust it without a screen protector. A small grain of sand is enough to give it a nasty mark and regret putting a screen protector on.
CDMA/LTE drains battery? Can't think of much else to say......put a custom ROM/kernel to maximize battery life.
The glass is great!
Its withstood drops scratch free, passed my personal knife scrape test, fallen from my pocket (~6ft drop while climbing fence)....all without a case.
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The glass is great!
Its withstood drops scratch free, passed my personal knife scrape test, fallen from my pocket (~6ft drop while climbing fence)....all without a case.
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A $5 screen protector goes a long way and gives a great piece of mind.
I cannot believe people actually use their phones naked.
Welcome to the family!
Just ordered an XO skin SP for my gnex and my dad's htc inspire (he just scratched his old SP pretty bad and needs a change). also ordered a moto rapid car charger and two cases for my gnex... got the diztronic matte revision 3 case and cimo gloss clear tpu case. looks like the cimo case has a bumpy texture to it but i was hoping to mod it and put a picture behind there and see if i can manage some kind of "custom" case but we'll see how it turns out. the bumpy texture may distort the picture and it might look terrible though. if so, ill probably use the diztronic case.
by the way, i ordered from wirefly and had them keep my existing unlimited data plan (previously used on my original droid). will i have any issues with my data since i'm moving to 4g? the operator wasn't very helpful in terms of telling me how things work. never used a 4g device
hate screen protectors, using the phone since Nov without one. No a mark on the glass. I use a microfibre sleeve form fitbag though when the phone in my pocket.
I don't think any glass is safe if you put it into a jeans pocket etc. Sand, salt, tony grit. all risky. A sleeve will protect yuo from this in your pocket.
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hate screen protectors, using the phone since Nov without one. No a mark on the glass. I use a microfibre sleeve form fitbag though when the phone in my pocket.
I don't think any glass is safe if you put it into a jeans pocket etc. Sand, salt, tony grit. all risky. A sleeve will protect yuo from this in your pocket.
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was originally planning on keeping my phone naked (having previously using otter boxes on both my old phone and getting one for my dad and recommending one to my gf) but decided to go ahead and try slim TPU case + SP. I saw a quick youtube video review of the diztronic case with their SP and their SP had really bad smudging/fingerprints which made me try the XO skin. was going to get a zagg invisible shield for my dad but just figured i'd order 2 XO skins and try that out instead.
anyway, any info on the 4g concern from my previous post?
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A $5 screen protector goes a long way and gives a great piece of mind.
I cannot believe people actually use their phones naked.
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I always wear my smartphones naked, people underestimate the build quality of these things.
Heck, im even in the construction bussiness and my phones get quite a wear and tear, but to this day i havent gotten a single scratch on my displays.
FYI to others.. I feel the Gnex's screen is weaker compared to my Optimus 2X I had before this. I've had the phone 2 weeks (no change in use between phones) and there's 2 medium scratches on the screen already. Bought a zagg screen protector and it seems ok.. I don't think I applied it very well though so might pick up another (brand).
Note: Had the Optimus 2X naked since about Nov - which is currently in better condition than my Gnex.
So I just realized VZW 4g phones need sim cards. My previous phone was an original droid so I don't have one. Since I ordered from wirefly, do they include the sim card or do I have to get it from VZW? What is the process like to get one?
I suppose this also ties into my previous question which wasn't answered.. I had wirefly keep my original data plan (unlimited). Will that transfer okay and work with vzw 4g lte? My phone is arriving in a day and a half or so just want to be prepared so i can get up and running asap!
anyone have any info on my last post? heading to bed now gnex will be here soon and want to get started as soon as I open the box!
If you spend as much money as we spend on these devices you should expect them to hold their own. So buying a cover/protection...etc is kinda redundant because maybe you shouldn't have bought the device in the first place.
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A $5 screen protector goes a long way and gives a great piece of mind.
I cannot believe people actually use their phones naked.
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Completely agree. Ghost Armor is my choice. Considering I've spent a small fortune on cases/screen protectors and decided on Carbon Fiber Ghost Armor full body kit & Screen protector. I went with a Casemate Tough for my case & sold all my other cases.
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Last month I dropped my phone on bricks which cracked the screen badly. I got the screen repaired by Samsung but the sides bordering the bezel still have some scuffs. I put on a case to cover up the scuffs (and protect the phone too) but I really hate it. My phone is bulkier, I have to take off the case to get access to the battery and the case collects a ton of dust. How do you all survive with a case on your phone?
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Last month I dropped my phone on bricks which cracked the screen badly. I got the screen repaired by Samsung but the sides bordering the bezel still have some scuffs. I put on a case to cover up the scuffs (and protect the phone too) but I really hate it. My phone is bulkier, I have to take off the case to get access to the battery and the case collects a ton of dust. How do you all survive with a case on your phone?
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You have to shop around to get the right one. I bought the kickstand version offered by Sprint, it adds very little bulk, offers full access to all ports/buttons, slides easily in and out of pockets (isn't gel) and it has a kickstand (did I mention that already?).
Now, if I drop my phone on pavement from a high enough distance it's probably not going to offer me the same protection those huge, bulky otter box cases offer but I'm willing to take my chance.
easy i like to keep my phone in good shape. sure its slim profile is nice but is it nice all scratched to hell? lol i had/have a ballistics case which makes it really bulky, i got use to it and could slip it in/out of my pocket. Now i have the tpu extended battery case and its fine also.
I use silicon cases. They don't add very much size at all.
I just use the cheapo gel case i mean it slips off when I need to, stays on the rest of the time. It absorbs the impact in ways hard cases can't. But yeah the trade off on those is its about twice as thick as the thinnest hard case which really only helps with scratches.
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I use silicon cases. They don't add very much size at all.
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I agree with this. I have a silicon Tough Case (TC). Bought it from amazon for like $10. It is light and very thin. With the thin profile of my phone, with the case on ts still thinner than most other smartphones without a case. But i here were your coming from it is way better bare back.
Ive had mine since release day. Never once put a case on it. Dropped it pretty good at least 10 times and still no screen cracks or major dents. I will say that "Cheap plastic" helped it a ton. Try that with your glass iphone or metal framed phone, I bet you will get screen cracks and paint chips and large dents. I hate cases. Also I advise anybody and everybody to get their phone from Besy Buy Mobile. Their insurance is deducible free and virtually unlimited (every two weeks you can smash your phone to smithereens if you want) Cant go wrong. Never need to worry about a case or screen protectors.
Honestly the first time you drop it good with a case you just made your money back, so that helps me. Not to mention the Trident Aegis case = a hair thinner than the og evo. Sure, it isn't all sexy and skinny, but it'll still be beautiful years from now
I actually prefer my epic 4g touch with my tpu case over it being naked. But the the case has a very small form factor. On my OG epic I didn't like a case though.
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I use this thing. It takes an extra second to put it back in but I know it's secure.
I'm in construction (electrician) so I need something that won't slip from my hands while perched atop a ladder and won't get scuffed when clipped to my tool belt. I will gladly clean the case on a regular basis rather than lament a dirty, scuffed, and hard to replace rear panel. (Hard in terms of getting a new one.)
If I didn't need it for work, I would probably get one, albeit a thinner, more subtle one.
I look at it as a give and take. Sure I give up a little in terms of looks, but when it comes time to upgrade to another phone I am always able to get top dollar for my old phone.
Give the Sedio Active case a try. It is reasonably thin and you do not lose sensitivity on the volume and power buttons.
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Honestly the first time you drop it good with a case you just made your money back, so that helps me. Not to mention the Trident Aegis case = a hair thinner than the og evo. Sure, it isn't all sexy and skinny, but it'll still be beautiful years from now
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i completely agree .
i actually had my e4gt for 2 days on the second day i dropped it and cracked the internal screen ,and i lost all my new years pics because the screen would not turn on at all .
but i also bought the trident aegis case . It looks quite cool imo . and i have a better hold of the phone as well. ive dropped it several times now and all i get is a bounce
I use a case no, no screen protector.
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Nine dollars is a much smaller price to pay than $150 or $499.99. That's how I stand it.
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I got my phone in Dec after not having a phone from Feb - Dec last phone was iPhone 4, tried adding a line during black friday's .01 cent cell phone sale and amazon rep told me sale went until Dec 5 when tried to purchase it they said I was wrong, took 3 sup's before one actually said they do record every conversation and then hear the rep tell me the wrong details however thye where good on the .01 sale.
Got the phone and was given a zagg screen for Christmas and when I dropped it in March and it broke the glass I was glad I had the screen because it kept it in tact until I got the replacement for the $100 insurance so now I have extendable battery in order totally use the phone as intended but no extra case fits.
I like the extra weight and size the ext battery adds feels better in hand but totally believe in zagg screen for occasional dropping if there was an otter box for safety that would support ext batt I would totally get it since I've dropped the .01 and had to pay $100 for new.
I will say this about the screen, since it was already broken I tried scratching it with everything from a screwdriver to a chisel point file and it would not scratch makes me wonder why it is so fragile it breaks when dropped. Only reason I would use the zagg screen is to keep the broken glass in place otherwise I wouldn't have a screen cover.
I have a baby and he grabs my phone, bangs it on things, and knocks it off tables. My case and screen protector are a necessity.
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Matte TPU case adds virtually no bulk to the phone at all. It's really a perfect fit and looks great. Twice over the last 2 days I asked friends if they liked my case and they replied, "what case?". That says it all.
I got a cheap ass case from eBay, solely for the purpose of making my phone weigh something. It adds almost nothing, maybe a 1/8 inch. But, I must say I like it a lot. My kids dropped my phone twice, and not a single scratch. The case held like a champ. Well worth the $6 I paid for it.
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I got a cheap ass case from eBay, solely for the purpose of making my phone weigh something. It adds almost nothing, maybe a 1/8 inch. But, I must say I like it a lot. My kids dropped my phone twice, and not a single scratch. The case held like a champ. Well worth the $6 I paid for it.
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I like many people am looking for the best way to protect my phone and keep the sleekness of this device prevalent. After buying my Galaxy S III, I started my research right away. Unfortunately I work as a Carpenter and Installer and couldn't afford to keep my phone naked at work, so as I was looking for a case at my local mall I had seen the Ghost Armor kiosk and decided to give it a whirl.
Review!
To start I have had the device for a week now, and the shield just as long. As I stated above I work Construction, and my phone is one of my most invaluable tools while I'm out at a customers house, running errands, or just in the shop. I had the Galaxy S II (Sprint) and it went through hell, from dents in the sides to scratches on the screen to being dropped from the seat of our work van, it took quite a bit of abuse, I didn't want my S III to endure the same beatings my S II took. (Just a note, its now in my girlfriends care, safe and secure in her everlasting grip.)
Pro's
Covers screen and backing well.
Price isn't bad, $35 for my total.
Screen stays less oily and less streaky.
Does its job and prevents the screen from getting scratched.
Cons
Does not cover entire body.
The skin placement is only as good as the installers skills.
The carbonfiber backing option creates edges.
Exposed areas. (where some skins cover.)
While this product does do its job and did to it well it does leave a lot to be desired, I have seen skins out on the market that cover the entirety of the phone, and you would think getting it from a bigger name they would have a more complete skin for the product. It did do its job however, but then again for about $30.00 USD I could get an Otter-Box that would do the same and much more. I have attached pictures for anyone interested in how it looks.
In short I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone looking for full protection, as a screen protector its nice, but it doesn't offer as much as other wraps that I have seen online.
Would've looked better in black imo. But thanks for sharing.
Ghost Armor is kind of overpriced. I had it on my one S and will never buy again.
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I've used Ghost Armor screen protectors on my last three phones - Inspire, Skyrocket, and now S3. I like the screen protectors because they still feel pretty slick (probably not quite as much as the actual glass, but they don't tend to "catch" your fingers) and they don't seem to change the screen's appearance (at least not that I can tell).
However, I have never put a skin on any of my phones (I've only used cases), so I cannot personally comment on the quality of those.
Not a fan of the white...
babymatteo said:
Would've looked better in black imo. But thanks for sharing.
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dave607 said:
Not a fan of the white...
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Quite a few people have said that, but I like the white and have no regrets on getting it in white. At least me sharing the pictures will help others decide if they like the pebble blue with a white carbon-fiber backing. To each their own.
elracing21 said:
Ghost Armor is kind of overpriced. I had it on my one S and will never buy again.
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I feel the same way.
I DIG the white on the blue! got me thinking about it. just have to think about which color I would get with my white phone.
price is $35?
wow... it's pricey
You will regret the white. Had it installed on my wife's phone and it picks up dirt like you wouldn't believe.... looks horrible after that.....
Hey Just want to let everyone know if you like this look and don't wanna cut your own.I searched all last night and found a company that doesn't have those seems on the corner I even emailed them to make sure here it is http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/exoskin-s-iii
I just ordered one
thanks for the review.
You forgot to mention the lifetime warranty. Don't like the colour? Pay the 5 bucks labour and have them change the colour. I got the green but it wasn't bending over the edges well. Went back and they swapped the back with carbonfibre gunmetal grey. Looks great, left the green sides on just so I can easily find it on my desk/bed/wherever. Love this. I didn't find it pricey at all when I compared it to the invisashield and others that get all scratched up and faded. If this happens to this, you just pay 5 bucks and they'll slap a new one one. I also agree that the screen protector is far less grippy than the invisashield so it's more enjoyable to use.
I'm going to get my nexus 7 done next I think.
I like the fact that their Kiosks are popping up all over the place. They have 2 in the same mall local to me. I paid 20 bux for the front screen protector installed. I have them install it for me and they do a great job. IF they don't have one for your phone, which is the case with Galaxy S II and III since they sell out of them often, they can be talked into cutting one out custom for it.
First off, I don't want this discussion to turn into a war between those who use cases, and those who don't. I would just like to know how much resale value means to those who don't. Do you guys plan on reselling it? Does getting less money for it matter? Because let's be honest, without a case, it will get at least minor scratches, (sometimes not so minor) dirt, signs of wear, etc.
Me personally, I've had a case on it since minute one. (I still haven't touched the back of the phone with my fingers) But, I figure since it will still look brand new when I go to sell it, I will get top $$$ that can go towards the next Google masterpiece. Before anyone talks about bulk, I use a minimal clear case (so I can still see my beautiful red N5) so I figure I have the best of both worlds. (protection and looks)
Interested how others feel.
I used to use cases. Now I just enjoy the feel of my bare phone. As long as you don't drop it and completely screw up the phone, minor scratches will only help you get at most around $30 extra. If that amount of money is worth using a case for you then do you. But also, it's much easier to sell a phone with a few wear and tear for a cheaper price then having to wait around for someone that is willing to pay extra for a near perfect phone(cus dust gets in a case and causes scratches also). If you don't mind a case and you feel like a clumsy person that drops their phone often then use it. If your using it because your protecting it for resale, quit being a chumpchangemuthafk%r and enjoy your phone. Just my thoughts, do whatever makes you happy
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Also, I don't see a single scratch on my n5 and I've been naked for at least 2 months. Ironically, the only damage on my phone is wear on all four corners due to the slim spigen case I was using.
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I've never used cases on any of my phones because I don't like the bulk and the feeling that is added. I don't plan on selling my phone. Old smartphones I've had have found new uses (media player, camera)
I hate cases. Guess I'm lucky because when I've sold phones I've gotten the same value as everyone else. I've used at least 25 different phones.
Mainly use a case because I couldn't stand having a phone that is scratched up. Not really about the resale value
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I don't plan on selling my phone. Old smartphones I've had have found new uses (media player, camera)
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I have my old smartphones (keep them updated with roms). I allow my kids and their friends to use them around the house as mini tablets on wifi. I also like to expieriment with different roms and such (i'm a crackflasher), and they allow me to do so without constantly wiping data
It really depends on a lot of things such as your environment, what sort of activities you do etc. However, having said that. I carry my phone eveywhere - climbing mountains, playing sports and so on. I've never used my phones in cases. I've been pretty lucky as yes I have dropped my phone on the odd occasion, however this has been about once per year. I'm usually very careful with my devices. The last couple of years, all I've used for protection is a sticker/skin on the back and a screen protector on the front. My Nexus 4 was as good as new when I sold it and my Nexus 5 is still absolutely mint (as new).
Yes protection is good but I personally hate making my phone feel bulky and ugly. I just try to look after it. That has worked well for me so far Touch wood!
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Case and glass screen protector absolutely necessary thing.
I even do not buy any phone until third manufacturer make it.
I definitely can go around for the first couple of days after getting a new device without a case, but knowing myself I tend to drop things. A lot. So I always end up buying one within the first week of owning the device. On my G2 I have a Platinum case from Best Buy. A bit pricey, yes. But it is super slim, easy to grip, and actually adds a bit of class to the phone so it's a win win
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Case and glass screen protector absolutely necessary thing.
I even do not buy any phone until third manufacturer make it.
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No offence but saying it's "absolutely necessary" is a bit misleading. I've had several phones over the last few years ranging from the plastic Samsung's to LG Nexus 4 with glass back to HTC One's aluminium...none have any scratches. None have been used in a case. It depends on how you look after them...and no I don't keep mine in a cotton wool. right now my Nexus 5 is sitting on the wooden desk and so is my Galaxy S5.
I don't use a case or screen protector. I don't care about resale value. I'll just use my phone as is. I think Nexus phones are already pretty cheap, so there isn't much resale value, might as well just keep it ad a backup.
The most i use in terms of a "case" is a TPU shell. Basically just something like the Cruzerlite TPU cases..... or even a cheapy eBay TPU case. Never once used a screen protector, because lets face it, they tend to just make the screen feel like crap (and glass ones seem a bit too fragile to me, anyway)
and i agree 100% with ritzxda. Cases aren't necessary if you treat your phone with care, as you SHOULD treat something that cost you a fairly significant amount of money. I can't remember a time where i dropped my phone. Only damage i've ever had to a phone i've owned was on my old Motorola Atrix 4G, where there were hairline cracks on the back cover at the corners from removing and reattaching the cover multiple times.
You don't have to handle your phone with velvet gloves to make it last.... just like you don't have to have it in an armor-plated inch-thick case with hardened glass protecting GLASS. You just have to be mindful of what you're doing with your phone, and where it is at all times. If you're like me and always have your phone in your front left pocket.... don't go doing stuff and putting heavy objects against it or running into stuff and hitting it. When you hold your phone.... HOLD your phone. Not necessarily kung-fu grip... but not so haphazardly that a moment of your mind wandering.... or even a gentle breeze could send it tumbling to the ground.
It's not rocket science, people. Case manufacturers can make a fortune on clumsy people.
I always purchase a case for my phones, but only use them when i'm camping or working out or something. i've found that a case seems to make me less careful with my phone. I hate scratches, scuffs and oil prints though, so i always purchase and apply a Skinomi or Xtreme Guards skin for my phone. I've also found that some cases can actually scratch the phone pretty badly.
I'm a phone swapper, so 98 percent of the time i sell my phone when i'm done with it. The only phone i've broken was my second nexus 4 (traded to get a white one) after dropping it from waist level onto cement. Absolutely my fault, and i happened to be using a TPU case that day. most cases aren't meant to protect from falls anyway, so i figure a skinomi does just fine.
I don't use a case, but then again that's because I'm undecided on one. I've shattered a few screens in my day.... Not concerned about resale value.
No case or screen protector here. Thats what Insurance is for. lol. I don't sell my phones when I get a new one anyway. I like to collect them for some weird reason. But even though I don't use a case in a normal day, I do put it on if I feel there is a chance of dropping it. Like maybe a night out or a concert or something. Cases just take away the beauty of the device.
For me is not about protecting the phone. I simply don't have room in my pocket for phone and wallet so it's easiest to combine both.
The phones get recycled to wife and kids and are usually pristine when I pass them on but don't stay that way for long . As to resale I've purchased a couple of second hand phones but would never buy a scratched one.
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I use a case, but the reason is not related to resale value. I just don't have an extra $390 for a new N5.
The case also makes the phone way easier for me to hold and use it. To me, it also feels better and looks better with a case on. Resale value never crossed my mind, although it does seem a slight benefit now that you mention it.
Most of the time my phone is protected with a cheap 0.3mm case or a Nexus bumper case with a glass SP but that's mostly due to my work environment at sea where I spend up to 90days out. Once I'm home I throw away my case where I don't have to see it again till duty calls. Its nothing to do with resell value but I tend to get slightly OCD when I see scratches.
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no screen protector here, they don't give the same feel on the screen, and still I don't care of the microscratches if I can't use my phone as it was intended to.
I wouldn't use a case too, for the reasons already listed, but I know I'll drop my nexus (and actually it did happen several times)... also, the bugdroid circuit is really nice
The last time I used a case was back in early 2010. I've dropped a phone one time, and thankfully it was a Moto G so it came out completely fine. I've set some simple rules for myself, like always keeping a firm grip, always using 2 hands to operate while standing/moving, and just never pulling the phone out of my pocket in a parking lot.
Above all, I have a parkinsonian tremor. Because of that fact alone, I don't excuse anyone short of having muscular dystrophy for dropping their phone.
But, you know what's always cheaper than a good case? Insurance. Just always have insurance.
Edit: Oh, and for resale value, I recently sold my Galaxy Nexus that I had for almost 2 years. It was sold as being in flawless condition, and the buyer was totally surprised at how perfect it was. The oleophobic coating was worn off, but that happens at about 6 months of use.