Naked and afraid

[bertsirkin]

Before I received my Note 7, I had in-hand the following:

* Sparin tempered glass cover
* Skinomi plastic (wet-apply) front and back protection covers
* Ringke air case

I was prepared - or so I thought. The Sparin worked for a few hours, and even worked with the Ringke case, but after a few hours, the glass started to move, and the case started to push it away from the phone. The adhesive on the tempered-glass cases are only at the top and bottom - not enough to hold them in place. Eventually the glass cracked when I tried to reposition it. From what I can see, all the full-coverage tempered glass covers have the same adhesive in the same place.

So, to plan B. I applied the Skinomi on the front glass. It appeared to install properly, even on the edges. I waited a couple of hours for it to dry and put the Ringke case on. The Skinomi immediately crimped at the corners. It was quickly obvious, that NO cover - glass or plastic - would work with a case, even a minimal case like the Ringke Air. Amazon reviews confirmed this.

At this point, after reading a LOT of Amazon reviews, I realize the following:

1) You can have a case, but no front glass protection (not plastic or tempered-glass); or
2) You can have front-glass protection and a rear protector with PLASTIC (no tempered-glass) and no case.

Both of these leave you half-naked, plus, I don't like the plastic front-protectors.

I hate the thought of not having front-glass protection (especially after seeing the youtube videos) and, although I don't drop my phone a lot, it does happen. So, the decision comes down to: Which is the least of the evils?

At best, I'll be half-naked and afraid.

 

[Tom Westrick]

At best, I'll be half-naked and afraid.

Same.

Wait, were we talking about phones still?

 

[flapoboy]

Same.

Wait, were we talking about phones still?

Lololol

 

[scorpiodsu]

Mine is naked too. I actually only want a screen protector but im not sold on any would will stay on the edges, be clear and durable enough.

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[Almeuit]

I am using a Spigen Neo Hybrid. The case is actually really nice.

 

[jeetu4444]

Iam using armor guard screen guard and with that i keep changing the cases from hybrid to clear case with stand...think i screen guard is fine but to have better case...is more important....
I have dropped my phone many times flat on the screen...luckily nothing happened...thou note 7 have gorilla 5 that has better shatter protection but less scratch resistant than gorilla 4

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[flapoboy]

I haven't used a screen protector in 3 years, I'm naked and un-afraid

 

[jlczl]

I'm using the Samsung Clear Flip Case. It protects the screen and phone (more so than last year's model), folds completely back when the phone is in use, and looks gorgeous. It's not heavy duty protection but just enough to enjoy the phone's beauty and offer at least a bit of protection.

 

[budven]

I also have the Spigen Neo Hybrid and really like it. However, the problem is the edges of the case meet with the edges of the screen protector and push it from the phone.

By the way your title for this thread is very creative.

 

[sean8102]

I'm using a Ringke Crystal Clear case. Works great and dose not add much bulk to the phone. Not using a screen protector, haven't used one since the iPhone 4 days

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H0LDVX4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[laestrella]

I'm using this Spigen Ultra-Thin case. It fits like a glove with no bulk. It feels like my phone is naked but it gives some protection.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01G...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUacUvbUpU5350216

 

[dlgus]

Same.

Wait, were we talking about phones still?

ROTFLMAO

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[CehowardNote7]

Before I received my Note 7, I had in-hand the following:

* Sparin tempered glass cover
* Skinomi plastic (wet-apply) front and back protection covers
* Ringke air case

I was prepared - or so I thought. The Sparin worked for a few hours, and even worked with the Ringke case, but after a few hours, the glass started to move, and the case started to push it away from the phone. The adhesive on the tempered-glass cases are only at the top and bottom - not enough to hold them in place. Eventually the glass cracked when I tried to reposition it. From what I can see, all the full-coverage tempered glass covers have the same adhesive in the same place.

So, to plan B. I applied the Skinomi on the front glass. It appeared to install properly, even on the edges. I waited a couple of hours for it to dry and put the Ringke case on. The Skinomi immediately crimped at the corners. It was quickly obvious, that NO cover - glass or plastic - would work with a case, even a minimal case like the Ringke Air. Amazon reviews confirmed this.

At this point, after reading a LOT of Amazon reviews, I realize the following:

1) You can have a case, but no front glass protection (not plastic or tempered-glass); or
2) You can have front-glass protection and a rear protector with PLASTIC (no tempered-glass) and no case.

Both of these leave you half-naked, plus, I don't like the plastic front-protectors.

I hate the thought of not having front-glass protection (especially after seeing the youtube videos) and, although I don't drop my phone a lot, it does happen. So, the decision comes down to: Which is the least of the evils?

At best, I'll be half-naked and afraid.

My Sparin and Tough Armor case work perfect together..No movement, tight fit..

 

[jlczl]

I'm using a Ringke Crystal Clear case. Works great and dose not add much bulk to the phone. Not using a screen protector, haven't used one since the iPhone 4 days

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H0LDVX4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this case as well but I had to stop using it after it basically peeled away my screen protector. I ended up having to take off the screen protector too snd I think that's precisely what the OP is talking about.

 

[Mark Valentine]

Slickwraps clear wrap is the way to go

 

[jamesrick80]

Be afraid...get a case...use your phone naked at home on sofa or bed....perfect plan

 

[msokad]

I was naked with the Note 4 and naked with the Note 7.

This phone is so sexy, she has to stay naked to show her curves.

 

[jamesrick80]

I was naked with the Note 4 and naked with the Note 7.

This phone is so sexy, she has to stay naked to show her curves.

Their are some nice slim clear cases that still show off the curves. ...

 

[omgitselaine]

Guilty as charged !!

I'll be naked

 

[curryb15]

Slickwraps clear wrap is the way to go

Have you used it. I just looked at it and there's no reviews. Is it a screen protector that I can use with my case ?