Can anyone recommend a good dry application screen protector? I've seen a few, and there's loads on eBay, but I want to use one that someone actually has on their GN
Ideally I'm looking for it to cover the whole screen minus the camera lens and speaker grill
Martin Fields is supposed to be good, but their Galaxy Nexus screen protector covers the front-facing camera lens. I've also heard good things about the seller "dcmugen88" on eBay (his stuff is 1/3 the price of MF), but his GN protectors leave basically the entire top part of the front above the speaker and camera open.
Used MF on my Desire and it was fine but tried it on my Sensation and it was terrible! I wanna stay away from wet application SPs as I don't trust the liquid
I've been using dry protector called BHB ScreenGuard Professional. I picked it up from a local shop for £2. You get one protector in the packet along with a small microfibre cloth.
It covers the front and has cut outs for speak grill + sensor thingy to the right (1 hole) and the front facing camera (1 hole). There isn't a separate protector for the back camera like Martin Fields.
My friend has the Martin Fields for SGS2 and it feels very similar. The feel is different to naked, but I haven't noticed any drag or change to the screen picture. The protector goes pretty close to the edge, moreso than the pictures I've seen of the SGP Ultra Oleophobic. The bottom hasn't stuck as cleanly as the top (see 4th picture) but it hasn't come unstuck or attracted any dust.
Both this and the Martin Fields protector show small scratches on the protector. This is my first dry protector so I'm guessing it's how they are, unlike wet protectors which are "self healing". When the screen is on, I don't notice them. When the screen is off, I need to angle it so the light shows them.
I've also got an SGP Steinheil Flex which is wet application but I simply haven't been bothered enough to try it yet. I'm sure I will do at some point.
[Edit] Pictures added.
So i just received my Spigen SGP Anti-fingerprint ultra fine screen protector and Skinomi DryTech HTC One X Skin protector today.
For those thinking of getting both or either one of these, here are my first impression...
I'm returning the Skinomi DryTech, doesn't fit right. The cutout for the rear 5-pin and speaker holes doesn't fit properly. It covers one of the gold pins and part of the speaker holes. The camera cutout a bit too big. Maybe i'm just too fussy, but i'm so used to BestSkinsEver type of fit, very minimal gaps and very close precise fit. Guess i'll have to wait for BSE to come out with HOX skins. I've given up on Invisibleshield ever since they added Zagg to their name, quality just wasn't the same.
Next, Spigen SGP Anti-Fingerprint Ultra fine Screen Protector Steinheil enhanced optical hard coated film. It doesn't cover the whole screen just the middle flat part. Although i'm not really happy with the fit, i'm keeping them until i find a better alternative.
I'll try post some pics, but the only camera i have now is the HOX camera..
update (12th May 2012):
Received the replacement full body skin from Skinomi, fits better but still not aligned 100% so they sending me another replacement.
Decide to try the Skinomi's DryTech Screen protector that came with the full body kit.. it fits to the edges of the curved surface, slightly rubbery feel, but not as bad as other skins i've tried. few micro bubbles right after installation, seems like the bubbles slowly disappearing. Will try it out a few weeks and update my views.
I don't think we'll ever find a traditional type of screen protector to cover the screen 100% because of the curvature of the edges. Best coverage would be from a flexible wet application screen protector ala BSE or IS. Downside would be the sticky orange peel texture.
I also received my SGP Ultra Fine Screen Protector today. I'm not opening it or keeping it. It has a matte appearance which isn't for me. I'll have to sell it on eBay or something. How much should I ask for?
scotty2012 said:
I also received my SGP Ultra Fine Screen Protector today. I'm not opening it or keeping it. It has a matte appearance which isn't for me. I'll have to sell it on eBay or something. How much should I ask for?
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I think u can return them for a full refund if u haven't opened it.
I'm thinking of getting Seidio Ultimate Screen Guard - Fingerprint Reducing and HD.
http://www.seidioonline.com/htc-one-x-fingerprint-reducing-and-hd-screen-guard-p/spm3htnxl-2.htm
According to the product description:
- Covers the front face of your device, including the screen and the proximity sensor with cut-outs for the home button, speaker and camera
I've listed it on eBay here
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I'm returning the Skinomi DryTech, doesn't fit right. The cutout for the rear 5-pin and speaker holes doesn't fit properly. It covers one of the gold pins and part of the speaker holes. The camera cutout a bit too big. Maybe i'm just too fussy, but i'm so used to BestSkinsEver type of fit, very minimal gaps and very close precise fit. Guess i'll have to wait for BSE to come out with HOX skins. I've given up on Invisibleshield ever since they added Zagg to their name, quality just wasn't the same.
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I think Skinomi has acknowleged that some of their screen protectors don't fit the back see here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25267093&postcount=97
Apparantly after emailing them, Azzatar has been sent a replacement that should fit better. I'd try that.
digitalallstar said:
I don't think we'll ever find a traditional type of screen protector to cover the screen 100% because of the curvature of the edges. Best coverage would be from a flexible wet application screen protector ala BSE or IS. Downside would be the sticky orange peel texture.
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^^this
only a wet applicating one is gonna cover close to 100% of the screen
Just to add the SGP doesn't even cover 100% of the flat part. Top to bottom acceptable, though there is a slight gap of about 1mm. Side coverage it only covers the part of the screen where the LCD is, with about 8mm gap, 4mm on each side before the glass starts to curve.
Hard to prove my point when i can't take a pic...
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Just to add the SGP doesn't even cover 100% of the flat part. Top to bottom acceptable, though there is a slight gap of about 1mm. Side coverage it only covers the part of the screen where the LCD is, with about 8mm gap, 4mm on each side before the glass starts to curve.
Hard to prove my point when i can't take a pic...
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I think it's less noticeable if the protector dimensions are perfectly aligned with the LCD, the edge disappears when the phone is on, but very obvious when the phone is off. My wife has a Optimus 2X, which has a even wider curved bezel, and the screen protector is sized exactly to the display also.
I agree with the others that hard screen protectors won't fit to the edge of glass, unless they come pre-molded to the screen curvature, and this might not be possible with this type of material.
Anyone tried these guys:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_n...ll+body&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
Those who wish to see the problem i have with Skinomi Drytech Skin can check this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1622123
Apparently same prob with Zagg InvisibleShield, i don't have a camera other then that on my HOX so i use other people pics... hhehe
Spigen faq page for the screen protectors
Why is the HTC One X Steinheil Series cut smaller than the display size?
Due to the curved screen of the HTC One X, dry application films cannot adhere to curved edges. Over time, the edges will bubble and attract dust and lint which will ultimately make the screen protector unusable. Cutting the screen protector to fit the maximum display area that is not curved ensures that the screen protector will protect your device's display longer without bubbling.
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Spigen faq page for the screen protectors
Why is the HTC One X Steinheil Series cut smaller than the display size?
Due to the curved screen of the HTC One X, dry application films cannot adhere to curved edges. Over time, the edges will bubble and attract dust and lint which will ultimately make the screen protector unusable. Cutting the screen protector to fit the maximum display area that is not curved ensures that the screen protector will protect your device's display longer without bubbling.
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yup, but never expected it to cover such a small surface area. Thought it would at least cover till the edge just before the curve surface starts.
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cyben76 said:
yup, but never expected it to cover such a small surface area. Thought it would at least cover till the edge just before the curve surface starts.
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This is exactly what I have found with screen protectors that I have bought from eBay. They are far too narrow and am quite sure that making them wider would not adversely effect it.
It seems that there is a 'single manufacturing standard size' template, which then the majority of companies have adopted to base their One X screen protectors on.
I had SGP screen protector, it only covered the visible part of the screen. I ordered Skinomi DryTech at the same time, but the full body skin did not fit well. I used the SGP got about 2 weeks, then just today decided to installs the Skinomi DryTech screen protector, it fits the screen right to the edges. It feels slightly rubbery, but not as bad some of the previous ones I had, the orange peel is not that obvious. Just fresh instal there are a few micro bubbles, I'll wait few days and see how it .
As for the Skinomi full body skin, I'm still waiting for a 2nd replacement, the first replacement did not fit that good as well.
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Guys did any anybody try the original htc screen protector?
http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/6535/htc-one-x-screen-protector---2-piece--sp-p730-
Remember reading up on the original screen protector, it does not cover the whole screen and people were saying it was similar quality to the cheapo £3 ones from ebay.
I just purchased Flex HD (http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...3-screen-protector-steinheil-flex-series.html), which is a wet screen protector that covers the whole screen. But, I actually prefer dry screen protectors, and I wanna know if I made the right choice. If there are any dry screen protector that covers the entire screen,then I'm screwed!! I have looked into SGP Ultra Crystal at first, but it cut short because the curved area on the phone. Is there any dry screen protector that doesn't cut short?
No, think about it the phone curves down at the edges. The dry screen protectors are hard so going out into those edges will make them slightly float up.
Dry ones are cut down to avoid that problem.
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Just a simple review of the 3D mask film, the product comes with all the neccessory stuff to make the application easy for the user.
The brand is from skinplayer and use material from a company called max film, item is made in japan and packaged in korea.
cost is a little more that the sgp and comes only with one protector.
bubble removal stick
dust removal
sticker to help position the screen and screen protector
cleaning cloth
first look at the protector looks just like a ordinary PET material sp, there is 3 things that stands out this product from the other offering like tridea, sgp and AT.
patented design for easy apply
99% total full edge to edge coverage
hybrid crossed between normal PET and wet apply like invisible shield (my personal opinion)
applying the protector is very easy, the most important is to have a total clean screen free from dust or what evers on the screen.
Removing the center part of the pre-screen protector and slide the protector in place, either just use the supplied protector tabs to hold in place or just touch the center and the screen protector starts to stick to the screen.
pressing down the center then slowly remove the two sides of the pre-screen protectors.
using the bubble remover to get all neccessory bubbles out and to push the edge of the protector to cling onto the egde.
the protector is dry apply and does have a self healing surface, you can see this when using the bubble remover.
The protector has a smooth finish, and is bubble free (well so far), without looking at the cutout from the speaker, camera hole and home button, you won't noticed you have a screen protector on, it's totally glossy clear.
I want to buy one.. but nothing shows up searching for skinplayer hd s3 in goolge =[
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I want to buy one.. but nothing shows up searching for skinplayer hd s3 in goolge =[
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It's rather a new product, it should reach ebay soon, or you can check them out here.
www.skinplayer.co.kr
should be able to get it from here, but rather expensive.
www.gmarket.co.kr
that is brilliant!
Impressive.
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kms108 said:
Just a simple review of the 3D mask film, the product comes with all the neccessory stuff to make the application easy for the user.
The brand is from skinplayer and use material from a company called max film, item is made in japan and packaged in korea.
cost is a little more that the sgp and comes only with one protector.
bubble removal stick
dust removal
sticker to help position the screen and screen protector
cleaning cloth
first look at the protector looks just like a ordinary PET material sp, there is 3 things that stands out this product from the other offering like tridea, sgp and AT.
patented design for easy apply
99% total full edge to edge coverage
hybrid crossed between normal PET and wet apply like invisible shield (my personal opinion)
applying the protector is very easy, the most important is to have a total clean screen free from dust or what evers on the screen.
Removing the center part of the pre-screen protector and slide the protector in place, either just use the supplied protector tabs to hold in place or just touch the center and the screen protector starts to stick to the screen.
pressing down the center then slowly remove the two sides of the pre-screen protectors.
using the bubble remover to get all neccessory bubbles out and to push the edge of the protector to cling onto the egde.
the protector is dry apply and does have a self healing surface, you can see this when using the bubble remover.
The protector has a smooth finish, and is bubble free (well so far), without looking at the cutout from the speaker, camera hole and home button, you won't noticed you have a screen protector on, it's totally glossy clear.
Youtube video here shows how to apply with ease (not my video).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbf3H0QeqHA
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Will this available in the US?
Seems easier to apply it, but still the same. Protector is a protector, nothing more than that.
SGT2012 said:
Will this available in the US?
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Unless there is an authorised dealer, no you won't get it, but ebay soon or later should have them, i've seen ebay with skinplayers products before.
hey are you still using this screen protector? i just wanted to see how it was holding up so far. edges peeling, yellowing screen, or anything?
also how is this protector at preventing fingerprint or smudges?
thanks.
Hello,
Do you know is it there screen protector that covers the whole front part of the S3 (edge to edge ) with holes for home button speaker , etc ...
I was looking for such kind of protector but I only find these that cover only screen ...
Thank you beforehand !!!
I've got a Skinomi. It's a wet apply. Covers the whole front. It's smooth. Very little orange peel. I love it. Only problem I potentially see with it is, if you don't have a car to protect the edges, it may peel up. Otherwise, very nice.
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I have the xtremeguard (similar to zagg) minimal orange peel but for 2 bux shipped, wont complaint. BTW i think wet set films are the only that cover fully. the self adhesive hard films wont because of the "Curve" that the screen has. They make the protectors short to prevent lifting and air bubbles.