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after i removed the stupid label they had on the screen, the screen still feels kinda gummy. is that a screen protector?
idk what you mean by gummy but wipe it off with a cloth. also the phone comes with an actual screen protector in the box
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after i removed the stupid label they had on the screen, the screen still feels kinda gummy. is that a screen protector?
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Don't think so. THe protector is a separate item in the box. You have to apply it.
Does AT&T sell extra screen protectors? If not, where can I get extras of the one that comes in the box?
Has anyone gotten the supplied screen protector to align correctly so there are no air gaps or bubbles? It's driving me crazy trying to get it to install aligned correctly.
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I had a hard time as well. The way I got it to work was to do it lenthwise.
I first lined up the lower edge with the "Send" key, then I lined up the upper edge with the "htc" logo, then I used a soft cloth to smooth out the air bubbles as laid down the screen protector across the screen. It took some time and patience, but these thing always do. The att version is not easier / harder than any other one I have used.
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Has anyone gotten the supplied screen protector to align correctly so there are no air gaps or bubbles? It's driving me crazy trying to get it to install aligned correctly.
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I got mine applied with no bubbles on the first try, but I'm afraid I cheated. I went into my university's class 100 microelectronics clean room (no more than 100 particles larger than half a micron, per cubic foot of air) and used a vacuum wand to hold the protector from the top until I had it aligned.
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hmmmmm, i scoured the box, and lookeds at the manual but didnt see any screen protector included. the guminess was from the label it ships with. i have a mark on the screen right now, but i think i just need to wipe it off. i have to be extra careful as im out of town the next 3 days with no screen protector. im typing on it now and i love how quick i can type with the keyboard!
Best way to do it (minus a clean room at the university) is to apply scotch tape to the top and bottom of the protector while its still attached to the film. Make sure that the tape over hangs on all sides ( left and right on top side and bottom side) Then peal away from film, holding cover by the tape, and line up bottom with the call and end key. Use the tape to adjust and move as needed. Grab a small stack of post it notes and use them to smooth out the edges. If any bubbles are present, use the scotch tap and peal up the side of concern and smooth out again.
Had some issue with tmo touch 2, but my att tilt 2 went on perfect with no bubbles nor hair. Shame I had to send tilt 2 back due to flimsy hinge, wish me luck when the new one arrives.
simplest way to do it is to apply one end first...i did the bottom end (zoombar area) making sure its straight with the 4 hardkeys then a slight bend creating a U and push down the protector as you lay it on the whole screen..all with two fingers holding the top tip sides of the protector ..i got no air bubbles..
kidvi said:
hmmmmm, i scoured the box, and lookeds at the manual but didnt see any screen protector included. the guminess was from the label it ships with. i have a mark on the screen right now, but i think i just need to wipe it off. i have to be extra careful as im out of town the next 3 days with no screen protector. im typing on it now and i love how quick i can type with the keyboard!
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The screen protector is in the envelope with the CD-ROM. I couldn't find it either until a co-worker who picked one up mentioned it.
enisoc said:
I got mine applied with no bubbles on the first try, but I'm afraid I cheated. I went into my university's class 100 microelectronics clean room (no more than 100 particles larger than half a micron, per cubic foot of air) and used a vacuum wand to hold the protector from the top until I had it aligned.
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WOW,,,, that is cheating!
when I put mine on my tilt and my gf's blackberry I used a credit card. no other kind of card works since theyre flimsy. credit cards/debit cards work very well, or cards that are just as stiff as one.
can the down side be cleaned? I tried to realign mine and now I have some dust particles causing bubbles. driving me crazy!
enilkciw said:
can the down side be cleaned? I tried to realign mine and now I have some dust particles causing bubbles. driving me crazy!
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Take some scotch tape and dab it on. The tape can also be useful for peeling the corner of the film up to get at the inside.
you can wash it with soap and water. Dont touch it otherwise. Blow it semi dry and slap it back on.
I applied mine by hand, with only one small bubble that I worked out with a credit card. It has been great and has not affected operation at all. Holla.
pinoymutt said:
The screen protector is in the envelope with the CD-ROM. I couldn't find it either until a co-worker who picked one up mentioned it.
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cool! ill check it out when i get back in town tmrw. thx!
Source for Tilt 2 Screen Protector
After a lot of searching, I think I found what seems to be the same protector that comes in the box for the AT&T Tilt 2.
http://www.clearprotector.com/atandt-htc-tilt-2-screen-protector.html
I'll know for sure when they arrive in a couple of days. I scewed up the one in the box trying to get rid of bubbles and dust particles.. prob could wash it, but thought it would be good to have a couple of new ones and start there.
Jim
I was able to get the dust particles off mine with the scotch tape trick. I also was able to get it put back on using tape. When I took it off to clean it, I put a long piece of scotch tape longways. I was able to align it pretty well holding the tape and lowering it onto the phone. The edges are not perfect but it's tons better than it was before.
A bit of caution when picking out screen protectors
I had to cut the edges on my AT&T screen protectors due to the nature of the soft back which when pressure is applied to the front causes lifting on the screen protector's 4 corners. The dimensions are fine but the radius is too small for the corners causing them to protrude ... just cut them a little but I would have preferred to have 100% perfect screen protectors instead of half assed ones from AT&T ... why am I not surprised.
sentinel79 said:
A bit of caution when picking out screen protectors
I had to cut the edges on my AT&T screen protectors due to the nature of the soft back which when pressure is applied to the front causes lifting on the screen protector's 4 corners. The dimensions are fine but the radius is too small for the corners causing them to protrude ... just cut them a little but I would have preferred to have 100% perfect screen protectors instead of half assed ones from AT&T ... why am I not surprised.
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I purchased the same protector. I have the same issue as well. Makes it look really cheap with the corners sticking up.
I had that, plus since I am opening mine a LOT for hacking, the bottom looks like crap.
Looks like I am going to replace the protector within a week of getting the phone.
Just wrap the whole phone in plastic wrap with the back off. Then slip it on.
Bad idea most likely, but it would be funny if it worked well.
same issue. Trimmed the corners. It doesn't look that great, but doesn't peel up when i hit the corner on something. I'm on the third protector already. First one i screwed up the orientation and got dust under it when fixing. second peeled up when i hit one of the corners.
must be those poor quality screen protector. there us not much of an option atm. i would rather get a HTC HD mini screen protector and punch a hole on it.
I just had Ghost Armor put on my iPhone 3G (which I'm handing to my daughter when my Aria comes in). It's pretty nice, but the Aria isn't showing up on their website yet. And you would only really want to get the screen done, since you open up the phone to get to the battery and the SD Card.
Yep, I cut them carefully and used the scotch tape method to get perfect placement.
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Yep, I cut them carefully and used the scotch tape method to get perfect placement.
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Can you elaborate on the "scotch tape method"?
I ordered invisible gadget guard from amazon. Havent put it on yet, but that packaging sure makes it look impressive.
Before separating the films I placed tape to use as handles to apply the protector flat (instead of holding it).
Then after layed down on the screen pulled up and slid tape underneath to attract any particles which cause bubbles. Slide with sticky side face up so it pulls from the protector's sticky film (rarely do the particles stick to the screen itself).
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Has anybody noticed the quality of these are not that great?
Have had on for 3 days. There are a LOT of scratches on the protector itself. I usually keep phone in jean pockets with a wallet.
Anybody plan on trying the Amzer ones, although I have heard their quality may be dubious too for the n1.
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I ordered invisible gadget guard from amazon. Havent put it on yet, but that packaging sure makes it look impressive.
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I ordered this, and it shipped today. I got my 8 GB card in the mail today, too. I kind of wished I had gotten a 16 GB card, since my whole music collection is about 8 GB. But I may pick up another 8 GB as my "backup film roll" at a later time.
Donatron said:
I purchased the same protector. I have the same issue as well. Makes it look really cheap with the corners sticking up.
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I can't believe I didn't figure out this solution earlier. Obviously, trimming the excess on the corners would solve the issue, but I wasn't comfortable using a razor blade to make the trims. But just 5 minutes ago, it occurred to me to use a nail clipper (while already installed on the phone, and the back plate removed). Worked perfectly, was super easy, and did no damage to the phone.
Yeah that didnt occur to me either. I used small crafting scissors.
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Same thing happened to me, just on the bottom corners though, but as soon as I put my case on it covered up those bubbles, cant even see it. Quality of the protector seems to be decent. I used a universal one prior and it was ****!
I ordered the stealth guard though for the phone (full body protection) just now so when that comes I'll let you guys know how that works out as well.
I used the Invisible Gadget Guard that someone else mentioned (got it off ebay though, not amazon, it's the exact same one however). The quality of it is definitely top notch, I've had it on for a little over a month now and it has no scratches/marks that are visible without actually looking for them and even then there are minimal and very minor ones. My one complaint with it is the top two corners did start to peel a bit, I ended up peeling it up a tad and cutting them (with difficulty, this thing is tough!) and reapplying that part and I haven't had a problem since! I do have a few blemishes down the left side due to my clumsiness during the initial applicaton, but the case covers it for the most part
i tried the invisisheild and did not like the rubbery feel, got at t sheild it is a hard plastic and fingers slide much better, yes i had to trim but no big deal there. all you have to do is put the protector on the phone with back cover off, then take a new sharp razor blade at about 50 degree angle to the edge of glass and trim excess off. 3 months now and have not lifted any corners. these are much better than the rubber vinly covers that tend to stretch and need trimming as well.
I read that the gap between the bezel and the glass is to help with the glass expanding due to heat, but it seems to collect dust a lot and its driving me nuts. Anyone know of a way to prevent this or a slim case that covers the gap so dust does not get in there?
i don't see a problem with my phone, mostly because the case is hiding it all LOL
and even when i do take out the case, i don't see dirt collecting there
i just go blow it off easily with a gasp of air with my mouth
Mine too!!! Have 2 white specs in top left side and don't wanna stick something in there and scratch it... Annoying thing is that my d30 case covers everything up but that little damn corner where the power button is... Ugh
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I just noticed this dust accumulating in there today. Hrm.
just puff it every now and then to prevent excess accumulation and prevent it from turning into dirt
this is between the bezel and glass .. so not under the glass right? this is a huge problem with my nexus one and don't want another phone where i have to deal with it
I use the body glove case from tmobile when I'm at work. My work enviroment is extremely dirty and very dusty. I mean to the point where you clean the area and by the end of the day there is a pretty thick layer of flux (lets just say dust) everywhere.
When I take my case off on the weekend my bezel is clean
dime079 said:
this is between the bezel and glass .. so not under the glass right? this is a huge problem with my nexus one and don't want another phone where i have to deal with it
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The SAMOLED screens are fused to the class so there is no gap for dust to collect.
To get rid of the dust I use a stiff lens cloth damp with lens fluid and use a corner to clean. Works perfectly
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this is between the bezel and glass .. so not under the glass right? this is a huge problem with my nexus one and don't want another phone where i have to deal with it
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dust between the bezel/screen common problem with any phone that has gap between the bezel and screen. like one person said, the digitizer is fused with the actual screen on Super Amoled screens. so dust shouldn't get underneath. However, screen repair cost more due to the fact the whole screen+digitizer has to be replaced instead of one or the other.
to get the dust out,I usually just take a very thin paper,fold it in half,and slide it. I've been doing the same method on my past phones.
I noticed my glass panel is very slightly (0.5mm ish) coming out on the bottom-right hand of the device. Is this normal? It isn't loose (I applied some medium pressure to try to "snap it" to the same level of the rest of the glass but it didn't move at all).
I don't think that is normal at all. Mine looks recessed on all the edges. Meaning the outer frame sticks out past the glass surface (very slightly).
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I don't think that is normal at all. Mine looks recessed on all the edges. Meaning the outer frame sticks out past the glass surface (very slightly).
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Same here,
although the left side is a little lower then the right.
I don't know if its .5mm, but the bottom right side is definitely slightly higher than the other corners
BTW this is on the GSM version (Canada) bought from Virgin Mobile.
Upon looking closely, the glass is actually thicker on that corner so that's why it's popping so I'm not too worried about it being loose. 0.5mm is about half a CD/Dvd's thickness so it's really minor.
I'm just wondering if it's a glass manufacturing defect or if it's intended on certain models. I think it's probably a very minor defect because of the curved nature of the glass.
I have to have it perfect, but i always end up with dust/dirt bubbles, or it`s not aligned correctly.
I would pay to mine fitted perfect, why does somebody not set up a business fitting them.
Phone shop`s should offer the service for a small fee.
I usually buy a cheap pack or 6-10 as i throw a lot away, or still end up not having one fitted.
John.
Tinderbox (UK) said:
I have to have it perfect, but i always end up with dust/dirt bubbles, or it`s not aligned correctly.
I would pay to mine fitted perfect, why does somebody not set up a business fitting them.
Phone shop`s should offer the service for a small fee.
I usually buy a cheap pack or 6-10 as i throw a lot away, or still end up not having one fitted.
John.
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For dry applies, look up the hinge method on Youtube, it makes applying screen protectors a breeze, and gets things perfect every time the first time. As far as dust goes, I recommend shining a LED flashlight around the screen, and using a piece of tape to spot remove every last bit of dust just prior to peeling the screen protector's 1st side up.
For wet applies, I find that I get better results by not using any soap, and just using water by itself. Less chance of it appearing cloudy or hazy after it dries. The key is to use liberal amounts of water to keep the protector sliding.
Every time I install one I screw it up so I finally gave up and just started picking them up at the AT&T store and let them do it. Ordered a mime ghost glass a while back and was heading down to the AT&T store to see if they would install it, but stopped at Radio Shack on the way there and those guys were more than willing to install it for me also. The guy said the mime is much easier to install because its more solid and not like those flimsy cheap ones you buy elsewhere. Seems most places that sell them aint got no problem installing them if they aint all tied up with other stuff.
Thats the problem. the cheap ones do not stick as well as the ones from good companies such as Spigen, MediaDevil, martin fields
glass protectors are the thing now, MIME feather glass from the USA is the best
Tinderbox (UK) said:
I have to have it perfect, but i always end up with dust/dirt bubbles, or it`s not aligned correctly.
I would pay to mine fitted perfect, why does somebody not set up a business fitting them.
Phone shop`s should offer the service for a small fee.
I usually buy a cheap pack or 6-10 as i throw a lot away, or still end up not having one fitted.
John.
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I would use the hinge method for placement, as far as the dust/dirt try the shower method. Run the shower for five minutes with the door closed on hot (allows steam to form). Turn off shower and allow the steam to settle (2-3) minutes, this pulls the dust and dander out of the air. Then apply the screen protector to the handset.DO NOT leave the handset in the bathroom while the rooms fills with steam or when it is settling. I did not believe this method would work but I have used it on my Rezound, Droid X, Nexus 7 tablet and my HTC One with dust/hair free installs.
I used to be clumsy at it, but now I fit mine flawlessly. I have done it with 3 phones and 2 tablets and all of them were bubble free. My rule, keep the device under a light so you can see the dust particles or anything else clearly. Wipe it with micro fiber (or use alcohol wipes if the surface is smudgy). Use a scotch tape to remove the dust particles, small strokes, even in the areas which look clean. It takes 2 minutes to cover the whole device. Align the screen protector across the edges and work your way down, making sure the sides align and are in straight line. You will get bubbles which you can then remove using a credit card by wiping them towards the edges. Works for me everytime.
I work at a cellphone store and whenever someone buys a screen protector we install them for free glass or plastic:laugh:
what I find is the easiest method of applying a film screen protector and worked for me for 2 years whilst working in a vodafone store is the following:
1) ensure the screen is clean of dust, a good cloth in a relatively clean environment does the job, if not do it near a boiling kettle.
2) before peeling off the first layer line the screen protector up along the top of the handset, where you would like it begin. (for the htc one, it would be just below the top speaker grill),
3) peel back the first layer only slightly, line and up press down adhesive side with the top of the handset, easiest done with the top of the handset facing away from you. (benefit of this is, you've pulled the whole thing off and it's less likely to catch dust if only a small part of the protector is visible to wilderness.
4) with the top of the protector adhered to your screen, swivel the phone around so the top is closest to you without letting the protector move from it's position,
5) from here, it is a simple task of taking a piece of cardboard or hard paper and gently push forward from the top, whilst slowing peeling back the bottom plastic until you're at the bottom.
6) you may have some small bubbles right on the bottom edge of your protector, just use your thumb or the paper to gently squeeze them out.
Works for me 90% of the time. Also depends somewhat on the quality of the protector. But I would recommend a Glas.Tr or MIME type protector.
I love that dust remover that came with the mime. I covered the whole screen, ripped it off and put the glass one on in less than a second.
I bought mine from mobilefun.com. Don't remember exactly which, but it was one of the "premium" ones (not cheapest). From a 5-pack I got it perfect on the 4th try! Be patient and read the insructions carefully (which I didn't before the 3rd try) hehe ...
OK, i read no instructions apart from which tab to pull of first on the protector, i cleaned the screen with the included cloth, no steamy room or anything, it took me five attempt's to get the protector in the right place and there were bubbles galore, but i managed to get them all out, no dust underneath that i can see so i wasted no screen protectors i still have two left.
John.
Three things are recommended, dust removing sticker, microfiber cloth and a room with heated vapor such as a bathroom, after you have showered(dont take device in during shower).
I got some cheap matte ones from eBay... They are truly awsome and fit the whole screen(you must be pro master on fittin screen protectors)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/35084675949...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
My secret for fitting perfectly is to hold your screen down after wipin all the dust while getting the protector ready itself... Once I put it on without any dust under ir, I press it very hard and move it in direction where I need if not correctly positioned... When its just sticked on, you can still move it slighty - thats all it takes to get those 0,1mm right