Installed the Whitestone dome glass - it's amazing..

[Mr_Spencer]

The process for this is entirely too much as is the cost. I'll pass. Thank you for the info though.

My sentiments exactly.
Even reading you guys talking about it seems like it's still too much of a guessing game. Is having a glass protector worth it when you have to go through that much trouble? Especially when there are alternatives that are easier and cheaper.

 

[the_munc_e]

My sentiments exactly.
Even reading you guys talking about it seems like it's still too much of a guessing game. Is having a glass protector worth it when you have to go through that much trouble? Especially when there are alternatives that are easier and cheaper.

Might be easier and cheaper, doesn't mean they are better. This protectors downfall is it isn't very case friendly.

From what I've read it's a lot easier than it seems and almost fool proof.

 

[y2jdmbfan]

I removed mine after a week, and had no issues. The adhesive stayed attached to the protector and from what I can tell, the oleophobic coating is still intact on the S8. I compared next to an S8+ that had no screen protector ever applied.

 

[sfla99]

Why did you choose to remove it, so far none is great the clarity is amazing and it it's feels wonderful, I did have to order another case but that's the price of admission I guess . From a feel perspective it is just nice compared to my previous Zagg HD.

 

[y2jdmbfan]

Why did you choose to remove it, so far none is great the clarity is amazing and it it's feels wonderful, I did have to order another case but that's the price of admission I guess . From a feel perspective it is just nice compared to my previous Zagg HD.

I had wiped away too much adhesive from the sides thinking it was lint and the sides started to lift.

 

[jonadavis_19]

I have only seen one review where they remove it, seems normal in it's removal but for $45, I am not going to test it till the time is needed.

The feel of this glass just is great though, I tried Zagg's at first and it was terrible, felt like plastic , looked cloudy, was earliest and showed the glue ring around the glass and had numerous dead spots where I lost touch.

This however is everything the Zagg is not

Still amazing , if you can find it, this is a go.

Reply:There is a video on YouTube from a good source that removed the screen protector with no problem, there was just a little glue left on the sides

 

[TylerLV76]

I ended up returning mine. The adhesive started giving way and forming bubbles when the phone got hot. In my case it was from being outside but Ive been following a thread on XDA where the heat from charging has caused some to start to bubble.

 

[flyingkytez]

Look like it's gonna lift up eventually.. 3.5 / 5 stars rating on Amazon... also $45 is extremely overpriced... but I would see that most people are desperate for protection.

 

[TylerLV76]

Look like it's gonna lift up eventually.. 3.5 / 5 stars rating on Amazon... also $45 is extremely overpriced... but I would see that most people are desperate for protection.

The problem with the reviews is alot of the issues came from people who screwed up the install.

Overall its a great idea but I dont think they factored in the problems with heat and glue. At this point Ive come to terms with the fact that screen protection isnt going to happen for me. I'll rely on my insurance and if it gets scratched bad enough to bother me then I'll use it naked until something bad enough to warrant a claim happens.

 

[goworley]

I was doing some reading on a YouTube review and someone said it looks like LOCA glue. You can get it for like 15 bucks with a UV light and use it with any screen protector for the same effect.

Does it work well with OtterBox defender?

I'm thinking either the Whitestone or bodyguardz. Might even try something else and use the LOCA glue.

 

[goworley]

I would certainly NOT use LOCA glue. That stuff is not meant to be taken off. Just watch a YouTube video on replacing glass only on S8 etc. So if anyone knows if the Whitestone comes with LOCAL for sure I would like to know before I buy it.

 

[markgood]

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Here's my Whitestone Dome glass installed on my S8+ in a Tech21 case.

Still working fine that combo?