Do we really need screen protectors?

mntom · Dec 3, 2012

I understand that many people will want to take extra precautions with their expensive SGN2's, but with the Gorilla Glass screen, do we really need screen protectors if we don't put it into a pocket with keys, etc? I took the protector off of my Droid Incredible for over a year and there are no screen scratches.

Has anyone scratched their SGN2 screen during normal use/carrying?

dwagner88 · Dec 3, 2012

It took 18 months with no protector and no case for the screen on my iphone 4 to scratch. I hate screen protectors. They never feel right, and they are always fingerprint magnets. I won't be using one.

cat_sorcerer · Dec 3, 2012

From my experience, breaking screen or not depends on people. You should avoid putting phone and key in the same pocket anyway.

Digital Controller · Dec 3, 2012

I always put on a screen protector just because sometimes things do get put in the same pocket as my device, therefore, i need one because Gorilla Glass can scratch.

pool_shark · Dec 3, 2012

I never use screen protectors, however, I'm considering it with the Note just in case something happens to the s-pen to make it jagged.

casarosa · Dec 3, 2012

Never use a protector either have no scratches I clean the screen with soft spectacle cloth then keep it in the case no problem

annebrooks64 · Dec 3, 2012

I've never used a screen protector and have never scratched a phone. I put a hardshell case on the back and put it in a soft case in my pocket, and since starting to play Ingress I've attached a wrist strap to the hardshell case just in case I decide to be stupid enough to try and drop my nice shiny note 2.

fgol · Dec 3, 2012

Started reading the User Guide PDF and it said very early on *not* to apply a screen protector as it can mess up the screen sensors. I think I might just go for a flap case though I don't know how well that will feel when holding it. The phone is large enough in my hand without a flap cover getting in the way.

Frank

Note 2 · Dec 3, 2012

I like using a screen protector, it just makes me feel safer. For example, I had a ZIPPER from a document bag on my car passenger seat rub on my screen ever so lightly and at a certain angle I can see these 8 evenly spaced little tiny scratches in the screen but only at a certain angle. Spigen oleophobic screen protector ordered with 7.77 coupon discount and still waiting for the dang thing in the mail..

Northstar01 · Dec 3, 2012

I am pretty careful with my phone so I never use one plus I do not like the feel of if.

bi0nicman · Dec 3, 2012

the first day i got the Note 2, i put a screen protector on it and I scratched it. there must have been a little bit of dirt on the screen protector when i tried using the pen and I swiped upwards and made a tiny line scratch. i probably would have gotten depressed if I would have made that scratch on the screen itself so always go screen protector is what i say.

chmodx · Dec 3, 2012

Gorilla glass does scratch, I'm tired of reading posts that always say "I've never used a protector and not had an issue." Try putting a key to it or having an accident. It will scratch, I've done it and had it happen.

I always put screen protectors on. A 3 pack online is only $2 most of the time, and are easy to put on(spray eye glass cleaner on, the squeegee). $300 phone is worth a little extra TLC.

suprmallet · Dec 3, 2012

Most people don't take keys to their phones. And most people who find their way here know enough not to put their phone in the same pocket as their keys.

Harplayr · Dec 3, 2012

Do I REALLY need one? I don't know.
But I put on the SPG Ultra Oleo as soon as I opened the box and before I even touched the screen.

While I'm very careful with my phones and have never had a damaged display, this just gives me peace of mind.

By the way, I'm very happy with the SPG Oleo.

sudbury78 · Dec 3, 2012

anyone ever used ghost armor on it? I used it for my iphone5 without problems...

Captain53 · Dec 3, 2012

I tried screen protectors of several varieties and they all suck. I have a 2 year old Droid without using one and no scratches on the screen. That said I don't put it in my pocket with keys and pocket knives either. Treat your phone with a little respect and care and you don't need a screen protector unless maybe your work or play environment might subject it to extreme conditions in which case you probably need a Defender Case or similar.

And then I question what purpose does Gorilla Glass serve if you need a screen protector just like any other screen material?

Just my 2 cents worth.

Wolfedude88 · Dec 3, 2012

chmodx said:
Gorilla glass does scratch, I'm tired of reading posts that always say "I've never used a protector and not had an issue." Try putting a key to it or having an accident. It will scratch, I've done it and had it happen.

I always put screen protectors on. A 3 pack online is only $2 most of the time, and are easy to put on(spray eye glass cleaner on, the squeegee). $300 phone is worth a little extra TLC.

What's wrong with people saying that? I think most know that gorilla glass can scratch, but if they haven't used a screen protector and haven't scratched their screen yet they must be taking care of them.

Stuff happens and screens can get scratched, like someone else mentioned they put s screen protector on and still scratched their phone

I say do what you feel best either screen protector or without one. Either way just be careful to not ruin your great device.

SamuraiBigEd · Dec 3, 2012

I have scratched two GG screens, I use screen protectors always but both times the phones were new and I did not have the time to put one on yet.

ScandaLeX · Dec 4, 2012

Fighting about screen protectors really is moot- no point to it.
This is one of those subjects where agreeing to disagree comes to mind.
Screen protectors are a personal choice.

acura9927 · Dec 4, 2012

I plan on just paying up for the otter box defender with the protective screen. Just heck of broke right now.

geeingu · Dec 4, 2012

I use screen protectors for every phone I had, no scratches, everyone says they don't plan on dropping your phone but it happens

CarnalT · Dec 4, 2012

I've had my note 2 for almost 2 weeks now with no screen protector and I already have several very small but noticeable scratches on the glass. I've never put my phone anywhere buy in a jeans pocket by itself or sitting screen-up on my desk. My jeans have a little smooth metal button on the chapstick pocket that I think has been doing the damage but it's as smooth as the glass, itself.

I am tempted to put on a screen protector but I can't stand the rubbery feel of most dry ones. Pinch-to-zoom, swype texting, s pen all feel like crap with a sticky screen!

TL;DR: This screen WILL scratch and I can't figure out how it keeps getting scratches. Can anybody recommend a screen protector that's as smooth as glass? I've heard of people ruining their phones with wet protectors.

acura9927 · Dec 4, 2012

After reading all of this just baby it like it cost 2 thousand to buy!

wyndslash · Dec 4, 2012

I intend to put on a screen protector. It's more for my peace of mind than anything else.

deputydog95 · Dec 4, 2012

I put mine on at the verizon store before I even start using the phone. Yeah, it's better without one with regards to feel. But after a while you don't even notice it anymore.

Cheap piece of mind that if I forget I've got some spare change in my pocket I probably won't tear up the screen. I'm generally very careful.

I'm not sure about the owner's manual stating not to use them? Never read that before. My phone works fine with the protector on. I think my screen protectors for the N2 are actually Verizon branded.

Do we really need screen protectors?

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