[review] Whitestone Dome for the Pixel 2 - Google Pixel 2 Accessories

I know it's been out a while, but I didn't see much discussion about them I'm the screen protector thread. I received some samples for the Pixel 2 Dome Glass and got it installed last week. I've been using one on my Pixel 2 XL since it launched, but up until now had been using an intelliarmour in the Pixel 2. While the glass was good, it did not cover the full display. This created an annoyance when swiping from the edge.
There are several installation videos out there that I would encourage you to watch if you've never installed a protector with loca before. It can be quite intimidating, and I have to admit when I did my 2XL I was very nervous, but Whitestone has made the process fairly foolproof and the second time around was much easier with nerves out of the equation. Still, I messed up and opened the wrong end of the loca so don't get too over-confident! Thankfully I had the tube positioned over the display when I opened it, so it all dumped out roughly where it was supposed to go anyway.
As for performance, this is as good as it gets. These protectors are expensive, but I've never used a protector this good and the loca application means that you shouldn't have any lifting. Halo is non-existent. The glass is maybe smoother than naked, and the oleophobic coating is second to none. I realize the cost will be prohibitive to some, but if you can swing it I wouldn't waste my money on anything else.
The protector is flat and covers the entire display, but is not edge to edge. With more minimalistic cases there can be a bit of a gap where dust can collect, but it also means that it should work with any case out there. Be advised that for the first week or so the edges will be super dusty as residual loca will grab any and every piece of dust, but this goes away. I found that a good wipedown of the edges between the primary and secondary curing helps miminize this.
Here are some pics with and without a case:
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kellybrf said:
I know it's been out a while, but I didn't see much discussion about them I'm the screen protector thread. I received some samples for the Pixel 2 Dome Glass and got it installed last week. I've been using one on my Pixel 2 XL since it launched, but up until now had been using an intelliarmour in the Pixel 2. While the glass was good, it did not cover the full display. This created an annoyance when swiping from the edge.
There are several installation videos out there that I would encourage you to watch if you've never installed a protector with loca before. It can be quite intimidating, and I have to admit when I did my 2XL I was very nervous, but Whitestone has made the process fairly foolproof and the second time around was much easier with nerves out of the equation. Still, I messed up and opened the wrong end of the loca so don't get too over-confident! Thankfully I had the tube positioned over the display when I opened it, so it all dumped out roughly where it was supposed to go anyway.
As for performance, this is as good as it gets. These protectors are expensive, but I've never used a protector this good and the loca application means that you shouldn't have any lifting. Halo is non-existent. The glass is maybe smoother than naked, and the oleophobic coating is second to none. I realize the cost will be prohibitive to some, but if you can swing it I wouldn't waste my money on anything else.
The protector is flat and covers the entire display, but is not edge to edge. With more minimalistic cases there can be a bit of a gap where dust can collect, but it also means that it should work with any case out there. Be advised that for the first week or so the edges will be super dusty as residual loca will grab any and every piece of dust, but this goes away. I found that a good wipedown of the edges between the primary and secondary curing helps miminize this.
Here are some pics with and without a case:
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I am in the same boat as you, I had the IQshield film screen protector and it served me well till I buckled down and bought the Whitestone dome for the Pixel 2.
Honestly the instructions were difficult at first and had to watch a couple install video before I felt confident in doing it.
Install went perfectly and I have to say the purchase is well worth the price. It's just visually beautiful and the olephobic coating is amazing! The screen visually looks Soo much more sharper than before!

I know this is old thread but clearly in the pics lint and whatever else is sticking to the adhesive just like my $10.00 TG screen protector. Looks ugly and would annoy me.

kellybrf said:
I know it's been out a while, but I didn't see much discussion about them I'm the screen protector thread. I received some samples for the Pixel 2 Dome Glass and got it installed last week. I've been using one on my Pixel 2 XL since it launched, but up until now had been using an intelliarmour in the Pixel 2. While the glass was good, it did not cover the full display. This created an annoyance when swiping from the edge.
There are several installation videos out there that I would encourage you to watch if you've never installed a protector with loca before. It can be quite intimidating, and I have to admit when I did my 2XL I was very nervous, but Whitestone has made the process fairly foolproof and the second time around was much easier with nerves out of the equation. Still, I messed up and opened the wrong end of the loca so don't get too over-confident! Thankfully I had the tube positioned over the display when I opened it, so it all dumped out roughly where it was supposed to go anyway.
As for performance, this is as good as it gets. These protectors are expensive, but I've never used a protector this good and the loca application means that you shouldn't have any lifting. Halo is non-existent. The glass is maybe smoother than naked, and the oleophobic coating is second to none. I realize the cost will be prohibitive to some, but if you can swing it I wouldn't waste my money on anything else.
The protector is flat and covers the entire display, but is not edge to edge. With more minimalistic cases there can be a bit of a gap where dust can collect, but it also means that it should work with any case out there. Be advised that for the first week or so the edges will be super dusty as residual loca will grab any and every piece of dust, but this goes away. I found that a good wipedown of the edges between the primary and secondary curing helps miminize this.
Here are some pics with and without a case:
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What case is that?

Haris000 said:
What case is that?
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cheapie from AliExpress

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Glass screen protector finally available for XT1080 Droid Ultra/Droid Maxx

After exhausting most searches for a Glass screen protector, it looks like an ebay seller finally has one for our Droid Maxx/Ultra phones XT1080
http://m.ebay.com/itm?itemId=321532232355
I will post a report once I have it in hand and on my phone.
Looking forward to your review! I'm running the Skinomi screen protector and it's been great so far but this is definitely something to look at after this one wears out.
just curious when tempered glass stick on the edge screen, is there any gap?
henhida said:
just curious when tempered glass stick on the edge screen, is there any gap?
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I dont think that there should be one. Looking at other screen protectors, they only are
over the screen and are ending on both sides right before the glass gets round. I hope you understand what i am trying to say. The protector wont go completely to the edges. But i am looking forward to that test/review too.
Application: VERY easy to apply. I let it drop on to the phone and it was floating on the phone, letting me make minor adjustments to even out the sides. I followed the install tip of "touching the center of the phone to let the adhesive spread", which actually worked. There is a small <1mm border where the adhesive hasn't fully set. I am hoping that this sets fully over time-otherwise it will attract dust.
Coverage: It covers more than 100% of the active display but leaves about 5% of the Motorola glass uncovered. This is good for me, since I use a Diztronic TPU case, and screen protectors that are too close to the edges end up peeling with TPU covers.
HUGE improvement to image clarity, viewing angle, and feel. The whole phone seems to be higher resolution. 90% reduction in fingerprints/dirt/resistance. I am using 0.1% brightness using Gsam screen dimmer, and it looks so much brighter than before indoors!
Since only one manufacturer brought this XT1080 case to market, I'd have been happy even at a much higher price. I am ordering a few more for spares in case I ever need them and find them discontinued/unavailable.
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Great find, though I am still a bit confused on what this product does.
Is this a screen protector or something else?
How does it make the display look better than the original?
Great find... I've been trying to find tempered glass for my Maxx for months. I ordered one of these for about $6 (dirt cheap!), and am liking it so far. I'm curious, though... Have the edges of your tempered glass adhered yet? Mine has been on for a few days, and the edges are still not grabbing completely. My Maxx lives in a Trident case (Kraken, I think), so the edges of the screen protector are pretty much covered. Just wasn't sure if there was any trick to the application that I missed...
After a week the top and bottom of mine never fully 'seated'. Doesn't affect the viewable part of the the screen but looks kinda crappy. Put the same product on an iPhone 5S and it went on completely correct from the start. Makes me wonder if it was me or the protector.
Since I have several, I took one off and applied a second due to the outer edges not making full contact. The manual refers to letting the 'adhesive spread', however there is no adhesive. It simply clings to the clean phone surface. I placed the first screen protector on the middle of my LCD monitor. totally clear all the way to the edges.
I think the Droid Maxx screen isn't 100% flat, perhaps as a result of the (LACK) of precision that led to both of my XT1080's having a terrible creaking noise on the side.
Despite this nuisance, I like the feel of the glass cover more every time I use it. I'm actually fearful of the Droid Turbo launch now--in case glass covers are not available on launch day.
$95? Presumably the seller jacked up the prices on these.... That's crazy. The privacy version is less than $10.
literally, I think is the best protector
ZAGG ™ (Invisible Shield)
http://goo.gl/kW3JM9
traccdma said:
Application: VERY easy to apply. I let it drop on to the phone and it was floating on the phone, letting me make minor adjustments to even out the sides. I followed the install tip of "touching the center of the phone to let the adhesive spread", which actually worked. There is a small <1mm border where the adhesive hasn't fully set. I am hoping that this sets fully over time-otherwise it will attract dust.
Coverage: It covers more than 100% of the active display but leaves about 5% of the Motorola glass uncovered. This is good for me, since I use a Diztronic TPU case, and screen protectors that are too close to the edges end up peeling with TPU covers.
HUGE improvement to image clarity, viewing angle, and feel. The whole phone seems to be higher resolution. 90% reduction in fingerprints/dirt/resistance. I am using 0.1% brightness using Gsam screen dimmer, and it looks so much brighter than before indoors!
Since only one manufacturer brought this XT1080 case to market, I'd have been happy even at a much higher price. I am ordering a few more for spares in case I ever need them and find them discontinued/unavailable.
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I went through some of the sellers feedback, noticed that some say it is plastic and not glass... I would think it's glass, so just wanted to make sure. Can anyone that purchased from this eBay seller confirm.
Also noticed the price decreased since it's under $6 shipped now.
It is definitely real tempered glass.... When I took my first one off, it took very little to crack it. the bottom layer touching the phone was the only thing keeping the pieces of glass held together at that point.
The XT1080, like the Droid Turbo, Note 4, and IPhone 6, have glass that curves at the edges. These rigid screen protectors don't fully attach at the edges causing a halo effect.
Companies have been revising their Note4 designs to address this but they are basically just making the screen covers smaller with more of the screen uncovered.

Review of Zerolemon Note 4 tempered glass screen protector w/lots of pics!!!

This is a review of ZeroLemon Note 4 tempered glass screen protector. http://zerolemon.com/product/zerole...-protector-for-samsung-galaxy-note-4-full-hd/
To be honest, I wasn't planning to create a separate review thread for this tempered glass protector after I confirmed that it has "halo" effect along the edges where it didn't stick to the screen of Note 4. As most of you already aware, Note 4 screen is slightly curved toward the edges and as a result a thicker screen protector, such as tempered glass, will not be able to flex and stick to that part of the screen. As a matter of fact, even some of the film screen protectors have problem with that, and I see some manufacturers pre-cutting them to cover only the display portion of the screen. Hopefully a robust solution will be available soon, but what do we do in a meantime?
I thought I will wait and see until a week after getting my Note 4 I discovered a small hairline scratch on a screen of my brand spanking new phone with Gorilla 3 glass. That quickly changed my mind and I figured to apply Zerolemon tempered glass protector while I'm waiting for a better solution. I didn't buy it and received it as a review sample in exchange for my honest opinion about it. But for $8.99 I think it worth every penny even as a temporary solution. Here is why.
Beside the low price, this is actually high quality tempered glass protector offering a typical 9H hardness rating, rounded edges, high glass clarity like original display, the same touch screen sensitivity for both finger touch and s-pen touch, and oleophobic coating to minimize fingerprints (which actually works quite well). And even so it has the same feeling like an original display glass, it feels less slippery when sliding your finger. The only problem, it doesn't stick to the edges and you can see this so called "halo" effect which is visible only with a black background. I demonstrated in my pictures below how it looks in both cases.
Also, I had no problem using it with my UAG Maverick case where the top of the glass protector doesn't even touch the bumper of the case, and the bottom of the glass protector goes underneath of it. I'm typically very anal about screen protector installation and will not allow a single speck of dust, so halo effect is not acceptable by my standards. But to be honest I had this screen protector since yesterday and totally forgot about those edges while enjoying a bit more of carefree tossing of my phone in the pocket.
Oh, and forgot to mention the most important part - installation took literally less than a minute. I used included alcohol wipe to clean the screen. Then, removed a protective film from a "sticky" part of the glass and laid it down pushing air bubbles out with my thumb after application. Of course, make sure you are working in dust-free area and have you hands washed with soap before starting. Though no specific instruction was included with this protector, if you don't have previous experience, just look up videos on YT.
Here are the pictures.
Unboxing, before install
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I have the UAG MAVERICK also and mine went under the case on the top and bottom left corners. I guess it's the way you align it. Either way it's a nice piece of glass but the huge halo and going under the case on the corners I did not like. So I took it off and put the xtreme Spartan on. Smaller than the LG but less halo and doesn't go under case. So I am keeping that one on until something better comes along.
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Here is the pic I took of mine right after I installed it today. I am, like you, happy with the protector otherwise. The halo is ginormous, even by my standards (I'm not extremely picky) and I was worried maybe my screen curve was more than everybody elses'. But, seeing your, I guess not. The help around the home button, for me, is particularly disconcerting. Anyhow, I'm using it despite the ugly halo, until we can get some curved glass. I do like the fact that it covers almost the whole screen. It's smooth and high quality.
k.babymamma said:
Here is the pic I took of mine right after I installed it today. I am, like you, happy with the protector otherwise. The halo is ginormous, even by my standards (I'm not extremely picky) and I was worried maybe my screen curve was more than everybody elses'. But, seeing your, I guess not. The help around the home button, for me, is particularly disconcerting. Anyhow, I'm using it despite the ugly halo, until we can get some curved glass. I do like the fact that it covers almost the whole screen. It's smooth and high quality.
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That's allot of halo
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I know,right? Lol I can get it to go out with my finger depresssing, but it comes right back when I lift up my finger. It's even all the way around so maybe my screen is extra curvy?
Wow massive halo my spigen has none think I'll stick to the plastic
k.babymamma said:
Here is the pic I took of mine right after I installed it today. I am, like you, happy with the protector otherwise. The halo is ginormous, even by my standards (I'm not extremely picky) and I was worried maybe my screen curve was more than everybody elses'. But, seeing your, I guess not. The help around the home button, for me, is particularly disconcerting. Anyhow, I'm using it despite the ugly halo, until we can get some curved glass. I do like the fact that it covers almost the whole screen. It's smooth and high quality.
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Holy cow. Mine is nowhere near that size; even vectron has a slightly larger halo than mine. I'm guessing I really just managed to hit the sweet spot, because my halo is pretty thin, and frankly, since my Verus has a lip, I'm not too worried. It is, after all, really just security for if it somehow lands face first, and the edges aren't important if that happens.
I still can't believe they haven't figured out how to deal with the curve, though. If our screen is glass and curved, why can't they manufacture a tempered glass piece that has a slight curve as well? Seems ridiculous to me.
Now, if I can just find a dock that will allow a Verus case....
EDIT: Try putting something very heavy on the front of your phone overnight to see if that might finally make it adhere, for those who have this problem? I know I tried that with my old Note 2, when I accidentally bent a corner up (and yes, apparently it is possible to do so), and so I set a thick glass skull on the corner overnight. It helped quite a bit, actually. It didn't completely go flat, but it definitely lessened the problem.

[review] Whitestone Dome Glass

After lots of hype and anticipation the Dome Glass finally went up for preorder on Amazon today (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078JR1HTN/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1TW2EEPYOB6KA&colid=348Y83I4OO9QD&psc=0). They've sent me a review unit, which just arrived on my doorstep. I have to admit I'm a bit nervous as I've never done an install like this before. I'm also a bit curious since the glass itself appears to be flat. Here are a few pics of the package contents and protector, I'll get it installed shortly and post more.
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not going to lie, installation wasnt the smoothest thing in the world but its on. it did take two tries, though that is partially my fault. in the installation video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMr68wi0Rw0) at 1:30 when they pull the pin to drop the protector on the bubble nicely hits the glass and starts to spread right before they pull it. it was not quite as nice of a spread my first try, and i waited until the adhesive had gotten a bit too far down which caused some bubbles. thankfully they provide good cleaning instructions and a second bottle of adhesive. their video is way better than i could have done, but two differences are that you need to place stickers over the speaker grills and pads on the sides. the pads are really tight on the left side with the buttons, so its best to put the pad in place before the phone goes in the tray.
as for the protector itself, i think it is the best we have available for sure. it is full adhesive, and the feel is fantastic, like using the phone naked. at least initially the oleophobic coating is great and fingerprints are non-existent. of course, well have to see how that holds up over time. i dont have any touch sensitivity issues like i experienced with the various dot matrix protectors. despite being flat it does cover the entire view able display, albeit just barely. i was a bit surprised/disappointed to find that the edges werent curved and if i try i can notice the edge of the protector when swiping from the sides. that said, it doesnt effect performance at all and it probably helps the protector be more case friendly than it would be otherwise. as you can see from the pictures there are no issues with my ghostek cloak, and i think case compatibility is an issue with the gs8. i think there is the faintest hint of halo though, so time will tell if that is an issue or my eyes just looking for something wrong. there is some adhesive residue along the edges that you can see in the pictures. i cleaned it up a bit and have no worries that it will come off over time. it also looks worse in the pictures than it is in reality.
all that said, at least right now this is the best option out there. it may not be the unicorn perfect protector, but i think it checks off all the appropriate boxes and is in a completely different class than anything else on the market.
I don't understand how the glass could be flat. The protector either doesn't cover the screen or has "liftings" on the borders.
glass is flat, this is suspect...
easy enough to figure out, simply lay the protector on the screen to see how it fits prior to actually installing it.
so does 2.5d mean not full screen coverage
GridironTrenches said:
so does 2.5d mean not full screen coverage
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the pictures show how much of the display is covered. it is not edge to edge, but it does cover the view able area
kellybrf said:
despite being flat it does cover the entire view able display, albeit just barely. i was a bit surprised/disappointed to find that the edges werent curved and if i try i can notice the edge of the protector when swiping from the sides. that said, it doesnt effect performance at all and it probably helps the protector be more case friendly than it would be otherwise. as you can see from the pictures there are no issues with my ghostek cloak, and i think case compatibility is an issue with the gs8.
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A *flat* dome?!? wtf......
Now I'm not disappointed that it sold out.
so yes, the screen protector is probably case friendly. no more worrying about the curved edges lol
I wish they still made phones with flat screens like the classic Nexus 6p why do they have to do the slightly curved edges?
shows "Full coverage" with rounded coverage... yet is flat. And theyre asking for 50 for this? I'll stick with my wet apply that has actual full coverage and unlimited free replacements.
the curved edges are cool for scrolling up and down. avoids selecting the wrong things but perhaps companies want to increase the probability of screen repairs or replacements
For 50 bucks and flat glass ill buy 16 spartan glass. Its almost identical.
Nocturnal86 said:
shows "Full coverage" with rounded coverage... yet is flat. And theyre asking for 50 for this? I'll stick with my wet apply that has actual full coverage and unlimited free replacements.
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Which screen protector is that "wet apply that has actual full coverage and unlimited free replacements"?
Pkt_Lnt said:
Which screen protector is that "wet apply that has actual full coverage and unlimited free replacements"?
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IQshield or Skinomi
They probably have it reduced due to the issue with the s8 and note 8 not being case friendly enough.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Nocturnal86 said:
IQshield or Skinomi
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How do you get free replacements from iqshield?
atan420 said:
How do you get free replacements from iqshield?
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write a 3* review on amazon.
hmmmm are there any other 'flat' options out there thats not $50?
I swear i had similar style flat protectors for my iphone 6 back in the day that just covered the flat part of the screen, that wasn't weird dot matrix stuff.
I have a flat one similar to the Whitestone that I might just get 2500tp Loca and apply it
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Ugh....the wait continues. For 50 bucks I expect the thing to curve perfectly over the edges with full adhesive. Not be a flat protector that really doesn't need the added headache at installation and cost. Hard pass.

Question POLL: How long have you had your Fold, and did the inner display crack?

CAST VOTES HERE: https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/615389-android/79863368 (Registration NOT required!)
So there's a poll in progress that I started on another website, and I wanted to broaden the scope of it by gathering the experiences of XDA's users. Kinda goes without saying, but the poll option wording was crafted to very vaguely capture how long someone's owned their Fold (ANY GENERATION), and how the screen's held up. If you've got a couple seconds, go there and let me know how your experience.
I want this to spread all over the popular tech communities where Z Fold owners are... maybe this catches fire, maybe it gets a couple votes and fades into obscurity... but I wanna try.
well mine I had for about a month and a half now I haven't had issues but sometimes half the screen has delayed part i don't know if it a software thing or my screen but it seems fine works good I use a rugged casemate case to protect it which helps a lot since the phone is still kinda fragile I can say the screen has improved as for the toughness of it bc I had a z flip 1st gen I loved it never had issues with it I hope my screen doesn't go bc I would have to wait on Samsung but so far I love the phone but wished the cams was better but they do what I need it to do but one thing to keep your fingernails cut bc if you don't it will dent the screen even if don't realize it now the battery life has improved on android 12 I do say that bc I was only getting about 9 hours of heavy useage now im getting about 12 to 14 hours which is good but I dont charge my phone full as it degrades the battery as time goes and what did you have issues with your z fold 3 ? and you should post on reddit to on the z fold 3 communities on there bc there is people that have had screen cracks and all that but all i gotta say is keep the phone clean thats does help alot and its does keep the dirt and micro dirt from gettiing into the phone i always use air duster but i go at a angle at the hinge area and just be careful and i havent had anyhting get into my phone as of this time of me typing this out but good thing this phone is alot more durable since they add water resistant but i hope this help and also when cleaning the outer and inner screens always use a micro fiber towel and a lens cleaner or screen cleaner its does help it stay cleaner and helps with finger prints but i do highly recommend this case for any z fold 3 owner https://case-mate.com/products/tough-black-plus-galaxy-z-fold3-5g
I've had my GZF3 since release and have had no problem at all. I replaced the outer screen protector with Whitestone tempered glass. I removed the inner screen protector.
I have had mine since a couple weeks after release (shipping delays) and I am STILL on the ORIGINAL factory installed screen protectors on BOTH screens and the ONLY issue I have is that there is a slight scratch on the inner screen that is 100% MY FAULT.
Otherwise, perfectly fine here.
Received mine Oct 6 last year. Inner screen still intact with factory screen protector. I alternate using fingers and SPen Pro on it. Outer screen had a small cut when I was changing cases before so I have a Ringke tempered glass on it. Other than that it's all good
Since November 1st. No issues. Both factory installed protectors still holding up. Been in the Aramid Latercase since day 1. Inner screen looks perfect.
One thing I've noticed in the past few days is the effort to fold and unfold seems less. Like it's broken in? Not loose like a TransAM with 100K miles mind you, but just a bit smoother. And completely silent.
With the colder weather I've been resistant to open the phone up if it has been sitting on the seat of my truck. Been getting used to that skinny outer screen.
i've had mine since August 2021; original screen protector still on the inner screen, no cracks and no other issues.
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Received mine Oct 6 last year. Inner screen still intact with factory screen protector. I alternate using fingers and SPen Pro on it. Outer screen had a small cut when I was changing cases before so I have a Ringke tempered glass on it. Other than that it's all good
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A bit off topic but may I see a photo of the phone with the tempered glass installed? I'm looking for a tempered glass that is case friendly and coincidentally, ringke is in the list.
I've had my Fold 3 for 4 months now .. 2 months into it I opened it up and heard Crack Crack crack.... ohhhhh noooo.. Ended up was only the screen protector it came with was peeling up from the crease. Ended up taking it off and all been well with the screen. No issues so far. Been using the cheap out of it everyday cause I'm still off work. Thinking of getting getting another screen protector for the inside but for now both screens are raw dogging it lol....
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A bit off topic but may I see a photo of the phone with the tempered glass installed? I'm looking for a tempered glass that is case friendly and coincidentally, ringke is in the list.
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I hope the pic is clear enough. Here's the Ringke tempered glass on the fold.
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thephantom said:
I hope the pic is clear enough. Here's the Ringke tempered glass on the fold.
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wow, indeed case friendly. Imma order one rn. Thanks!
Oatswesow said:
I've had my GZF3 since release and have had no problem at all. I replaced the outer screen protector with Whitestone tempered glass. I removed the inner screen protector.
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Likewise! I wish I'd have recorded me doing this, but when I got the raised corners everyone in the reviews talked about, I hit the corners with a heat gun and they were gone in under a minute.
I like to rock my phones with nothing but a skin on the back, and a tempered glass screen protector... but my skin's started lifting, so I at least have to find a thin clear case that plays nice with the dome.

Question skins and protectors

Im looking for wraps and screen protectors for my samsung galaxy z fold 3.Any suggestions are welcomed.
Wraps is dbrand
Samsung aramid cover is the thinnest one I have and it feels like a skin (or wraps) rather then a cover. In a good way of course.
I just looked at DBrand wraps, and they're a bit pricey. Could you recommend a less expensive brand something under my budget?
They may be pricey but they are the best ones I've used on previous phonea
priyan kumar said:
I just looked at DBrand wraps, and they're a bit pricey. Could you recommend a less expensive brand something under my budget?
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Then you can try out Gadgetshieldz phone skins where the quality is equal to dbrand and affordable too! I'm using this on my phone for more than a year and there is no damage.
seancannery88 said:
Then you can try out Gadgetshieldz phone skins where the quality is equal to dbrand and affordable too! I'm using this on my phone for more than a year and there is no damage.
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Thanks, I saw it and there are only a few skins available for Z fold 3! Anyway, the price is cheaper than dbrand so I'm going with this!
For screen protectors, go with the WhiteStone Dome Tempered Glass on the outer screen and the WhiteStone Dome Film for the inner.
In all honesty, for the outer one, if you find another that you like that works, you really don't NEED the WhiteStone Dome.
For the INNER one, I would REALLY REALLY suggest replacing it with the WSD Film. It's under $20 and not too hard to apply if you take your time with it and is well worth it.
As for Skins/Cases, plenty of suggestions above and I think you really need to go with whatever your personal tastes like.
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For screen protectors, go with the WhiteStone Dome Tempered Glass on the outer screen and the WhiteStone Dome Film for the inner.
In all honesty, for the outer one, if you find another that you like that works, you really don't NEED the WhiteStone Dome.
For the INNER one, I would REALLY REALLY suggest replacing it with the WSD Film. It's under $20 and not too hard to apply if you take your time with it and is well worth it.
As for Skins/Cases, plenty of suggestions above and I think you really need to go with whatever your personal tastes like.
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I saw some reviews about whitestone dome protectors that it peels off soon from the screen edges! is this true? What about yours, does it peeled off around the edges?
priyan kumar said:
I saw some reviews about whitestone dome protectors that it peels off soon from the screen edges! is this true? What about yours, does it peeled off around the edges?
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Ok. Here are a few things I have noticed (especially since I have installed the inner one on 5 different Z Fold 3's personally):
1. The adhesive on the WSD Film is WAY STRONGER than the stock. I have had mine on for MONTHS and not a single sign the thing is peeling or even thinking about it.
1a. On the others I have installed, 2 people work on construction sites and in very dirty, dusty and outdoors and they have no issues with them either (they actually had to come over yesterday to drop something off and I looked at their phones and I looked them over).
1b. Also, this thing is so sticky that in the kit, there is a Removal Tool that you need to use to remove it (because it sticks so well).
2. It FEELS just the same as the stock (It's PET like the stock and is butter smooth).
3. It attracts a LOT LESS fingerprints and dust than the stock, so it's an improvement there too
I have heard reports of people that have had issues, although, with the 5 I have installed, I have not heard ANY complaints, but without personally seeing them, I cannot really comment on that. I can just explain what my experiences with it are along with those I personally installed. Also, for under $20, it's worth it.
Hope that helps.
Talderon said:
Ok. Here are a few things I have noticed (especially since I have installed the inner one on 5 different Z Fold 3's personally):
1. The adhesive on the WSD Film is WAY STRONGER than the stock. I have had mine on for MONTHS and not a single sign the thing is peeling or even thinking about it.
1a. On the others I have installed, 2 people work on construction sites and in very dirty, dusty and outdoors and they have no issues with them either (they actually had to come over yesterday to drop something off and I looked at their phones and I looked them over).
1b. Also, this thing is so sticky that in the kit, there is a Removal Tool that you need to use to remove it (because it sticks so well).
2. It FEELS just the same as the stock (It's PET like the stock and is butter smooth).
3. It attracts a LOT LESS fingerprints and dust than the stock, so it's an improvement there too
I have heard reports of people that have had issues, although, with the 5 I have installed, I have not heard ANY complaints, but without personally seeing them, I cannot really comment on that. I can just explain what my experiences with it are along with those I personally installed. Also, for under $20, it's worth it.
Hope that helps.
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Thanks for the detailed information, they also gave a kit to remove the protector! they are so confident. Also, this was helpful, I'll go with this screen protector for my phone along with a skin!
Its been almost a year since I wrapped my Fold with the suggested Skins from Gadgetshieldz and Im really surprised that it still intact without any damage what so ever!
Low-key flexin the Black Leather, Dont judge!
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