I am really hoping these will be available for the xoom at launch? Those screens are sooo reflective and look like fingerprint magnets.
Anyone find a site with these?
Anyone find a site with these?
Screen Protectors?
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Screen protectors are the biggest scam in the touchscreen market. Most modern phones/tablets use Gorilla Glass and are nearly impossible to scratch under ordinary use, unless you are a diamond miner I guess.
Plus screen protectors make the touch screens far less sensitive and add unneeded blemishes.
Here's a scratch test video for you.
Don't get scammed.
Plus screen protectors make the touch screens far less sensitive and add unneeded blemishes.
Here's a scratch test video for you.
Don't get scammed.
I go naked on all my phone, however screen protectors are not a scam. Too many times people will bring up that diamonds are the only thing to scratch gorilla glass, but you are forgetting about sand. If sand were to rub against your gorilla glass screen you will not be a happy man. Again I go naked on all my phones, but I wouldnt call screen protectors a scam.....paying $10-$15 for a screen protector is. Buy a bundle of some cheap screen protectors.
I mostly want one to protect from fingerprints. I guess in reality a screen protector isn't going to get rid of them, but it feels like it reduces them. At least on my Evo is seems that way.
It's a challenge to get a protector on the phone perfectly. I usually buy a pack and am successful on the second or third try... because I need it perfect, so perfect it's a challenge to see the protector. ;-)
My XOOM will probably go naked. It's hard to believe I am capable of getting a protector of that size perfectly aligned with zero bubbles or trapped schmutz.
Plus, the cost of a pack of such large protectors would be high.
My XOOM will probably go naked. It's hard to believe I am capable of getting a protector of that size perfectly aligned with zero bubbles or trapped schmutz.
Plus, the cost of a pack of such large protectors would be high.
Nchaka
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Yeah, my XOOM will go naked too. I've honestly never put a screen protector on any of my smartphones. The fingerprints can be a pain, but I always have one of those Oakley sunglass bags laying around, and those seem to do a great job.
At nearly $20 a pop... nah. I'd probably go through $100 of them, trying to get it just right.
It's very hard being so anal. :-!
I have seen many things still manage to scratch Gorilla Glass over time. I'm a clean freak and I am using my shirt or whatever I have available to wipe my screen down practically every 5 minutes. Over time I've developed small scratches on my screen presumably from the fibers in my clothing constantly being rubbed against it.
Stang68
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I will not be buying a screen protector for my XOOM. The gorilla glass is enough for me and whenever it's not in my hands it'll be in the portfolio case.
However, I can see why you'd want a non-reflective protector on the device.
However, I can see why you'd want a non-reflective protector on the device.
My Incredible has been naked since release last year and there isn't a scratch on it. needless to say, I won't be buying a screen protector if I get the Xoom.
For the ost part, I've always had screen protectors on all my phones. I never have any scratches, although, sometimes the screen protector does bother me. If I see screen protectors for the Xoo, I'll definitely try and see how it goes.
CypherMax
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I ordered my skinomi from amazon. I feel better having a protector for extra protection can't hurt. Plus the fingerprints wipe off so much easier and the screen feels so much smoother. Skinomi is the best have it on my droid x and my wife's droid the xoom will get the same treatment.
At my Best Buy they will install a protector when you buy it and a device at the same time and they seem to have a lot of practice putting them on because they come out great
Live2ride883
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I was looking at the Skinomi one earlier that also comes with a carbon fiber back cover. I think it's 24.95 or so.
I will probably just go with invisasheild etc when it comes out. I am more interested in an antiglare one though.
I will probably just go with invisasheild etc when it comes out. I am more interested in an antiglare one though.
I was also looking at the: ViewGuard Anti-Glare Matte Screen Protectors: I also looked at the Zagg at [url=http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-7293382-11761715?sid=vb_ac&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zagg.com%2Fus%2Fen_us%2F&ourl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zagg.com%2Fus%2Fen_us%2F]
What I don't like is the glare from the florescent lights in my office and wonder if the matte screen protector will fix that without making the screen too dim.
Plus, I think my two year old just may be able to scratch it and if he doesn't the four year old surely will.
What I don't like is the glare from the florescent lights in my office and wonder if the matte screen protector will fix that without making the screen too dim.
Plus, I think my two year old just may be able to scratch it and if he doesn't the four year old surely will.
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Got mine from Verizon and I like them. Easy to install. I have jacked up some protectors before and glad it was not my screen. I see no response issues with them over the xoom.
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Most Verizon stores I've dealt with will also usually install screen protectors for you. Never had an issue with them messing it up.
I ordered the $18 one from Amazon, hopefully it makes cleaning the finger prints easier, that's all I really want.
I'm anxiously awaiting an Otterbox commuter w/their screen protector.
I'm anxiously awaiting an Otterbox commuter w/their screen protector.
wynand32
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Does anyone have any specific experience with Zagg's protectors? I'm not worried about protecting against scratches or finger prints, but man, this thing is GLOSSY. Glare is a real issue--enough that I'd consider returning it.
If there's a decent antiglare protector that doesn't cut brightness (too much), I'd go for it almost regardless of price. And the screen can get bright enough with good enough battery life (best thing about the Xoom so far) that I'm willing to compromise a bit.
If there's a decent antiglare protector that doesn't cut brightness (too much), I'd go for it almost regardless of price. And the screen can get bright enough with good enough battery life (best thing about the Xoom so far) that I'm willing to compromise a bit.
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