September 12th, 2012, 09:49 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: NYC
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Device(s): LG Optimus M MS690, LG Optimus M + MS695, LG Motion 4G, Galaxy Tab 2 7", all rooted
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I agree the Metro screen protectors are junk. I had the same experience with my previous phone (M+) when I used the protector that came with the Metro gel case. The case was great, as is the one that I got from them for the Motion. But the screen protector didn't fit right (width was cut slightly too large) so I got them to give me another one which I trimmed to fit properly. It developed scratches after only a few days of use, plus it was also way too reflective. So I took it off and put a Zagg on. I had a Zagg on my old M and it held up very well (it's still on there in fact and hasn't shown any wear at all). Unfortunately at the time they didn't make a custom-fit one so I had to cut a universal one to fit, but it came out pretty well.
With the Motion, I didn't even bother trying to use the Metro protector I got with the gel case, although I did do a quick check and sure enough it also looks like it was cut a bit large. I left the factory film on for a while and originally planned to leave it alone until it got scratched, but the constant smudging was getting annoying so I trimmed the last universal Zagg I had to fit the Motion and put it on. That was just a few days ago and the little bubbles and other imperfections are still working their way out (it does take a while), but it's looking better every day.
So short answer, I'd recommend a Zagg if you want something that will protect the screen, hold up well and clean easily. The downside is that at least for now, you will have to buy a universal one and (carefully) cut it to fit. Doing it right does require patience and careful measuring.
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