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Best GN2 Screen Protector
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Just wondering, has anybody seen their screen protector go bad while being outside in a cold? Spent about 5min outside today using my Note2 while it was just about 20degC; now I see some swirly pattern under my screen protector. Hardly noticeable with a screen on, but when it's off I can see it really well. Almost like that sticky substance on a screen side got all funky, and its permanent since I have been inside where its warm for a few hours now and it hasn't changed. Of course, I'm just accounting this due to a cheap material on my $0.50 eBay screen protector (which so far has been great, up until being in the cold).
Anybody else seen this, with either cheapo or brand/quality screen protectors? Its hard to describe, but it does look like a swirly oily pattern all over the screen protector on the side facing the glass display of the phone.
Anybody else seen this, with either cheapo or brand/quality screen protectors? Its hard to describe, but it does look like a swirly oily pattern all over the screen protector on the side facing the glass display of the phone.
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Never had that happen before. Spring weather using a screen protector never produced an effect you described. But I've always used 'quality' protectors. Even in cold temps for a few minutes never caused any issues with the protectors I used.
Though I did see one where it had a circular pattern resembling a water ripple once. But that was with a cheap screen protector that cane with the phone. But nothing like a swirl.
Though I did see one where it had a circular pattern resembling a water ripple once. But that was with a cheap screen protector that cane with the phone. But nothing like a swirl.
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Nope i havent seen that before but as the person above me said, i only use quality screen protectors. Spigen is my company of choice when it comes to screen protectors. I stay away from all the ebay ones and cheap ones.
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Agreed, that was a defective screen protector. With eBay purchases you always take a risk and never know the quality you get, although sometime you can get a diamond in the rough (I still have eBay screen protector on my old Droid X after 2.5 years and its perfect). Out of that pack of 3-protectors for Note 2, I found 2 to be defective, while the last one seems to be OK. Just applied it, went on perfectly from the first try. Will give it a shot tomorrow morning when temperatures are down to 20s again 
Btw, in my experience dealing with eBay purchases, most of the sellers will refund you money if you explain the problem and/or provide pictures/details to support your claim.
Btw, in my experience dealing with eBay purchases, most of the sellers will refund you money if you explain the problem and/or provide pictures/details to support your claim.
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I got this pack of iSmooth protectors. It feels just like a naked screen and the S-Pen works perfectly with it. The only minor gripes are that it's a dry application so it's kind of a PITA to put on without dust getting under it and getting it aligned perfectly. Also, they don't reach all the way to the edge of the face, but if you have a decent case on it, it shouldn't be noticeable since they overlap on the face a little (like my Seidio case does).
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I ordered some cheap screen protectors on eBay for a 1.99 surprisingly the quality of them is extremely good I was able to put my first 1 on with not a single bubbles on screen also no orange peel that I have seen yet. I also ordered a spigen that I will put on once this one fails. Also the pen works well with these and I've not scratched it yet. I will not post a link but will provide a ss of the product and seller
Sent from my AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II on Straight Talk
Sent from my AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II on Straight Talk
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There is a good chance that you still had water residue from installation that simply froze under the protector
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Water residue? Most of these are dry applications. Just an adhesive on the protector that sticks to the screen. No water or liquid needed. Maybe to clean the screen before application, but that's it. I actually prefer dry applications.
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I still use applicator liquid even on dry ones just because it doesn't usually hurt anything but helps with alignment a ton, im sure other do too.
The one i posted above was the very first dry apply protector ive done thats gone on perfect with no liquid.
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Using a liquid is not safe for your phone. There is a reason they made dry application screen protectors. I had a zagg on my original Motorola Droid and I was having a problem with it. I took it into Verizon and they said normally they aren't allowed to replace phones that have wet apply screen protectors on them due to it messing things up. They did replace it for me but told me if I went to put another one on my new phone I should remove it before going back in for a replacement.
I only recommend applying screen protectors without liquid. I know you are going to do what you wanna do and that's fine but I just figured I would give a friendly heads up and possibly save others from messing up their phones just to make applying a screen protector easier.
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I went through 2 more screen protectors in a day (from the same eBay vendor), and all have the same failure mechanism. Once I go from "warm" to "cold" environment, these screens get all swirly-oily underneath. It can't be condensation because I'm not going from cold to warm, therefore its not a moisture build up. But something is affecting the sticky stuff on the side of the screen protector facing the display.
@rexxcastle, with those screen protectors you just got off eBay, were you able to go outside into cold (although I'm not sure if you are on East coast like me) and has everything been OK?
..update: OMG, as it turned out, every time I've seen this swirly-oily effect was when I get to work where I have fluorescent lights. D@mn!!! Its an effect I see ONLY under fluorescent lights!!! In a natural day light or under regular light bulbs its all OK. Weird, uh? I guess whatever material is used in these protectors reflects fluorescent light in a weird way. I can live with that, cause other than that these screen protectors are perfectly cut, thick enough, crystal clear, and feel like a glass. Just a crappy swirly effect I have to live with under those fluorescent lights
@rexxcastle, with those screen protectors you just got off eBay, were you able to go outside into cold (although I'm not sure if you are on East coast like me) and has everything been OK?
..update: OMG, as it turned out, every time I've seen this swirly-oily effect was when I get to work where I have fluorescent lights. D@mn!!! Its an effect I see ONLY under fluorescent lights!!! In a natural day light or under regular light bulbs its all OK. Weird, uh? I guess whatever material is used in these protectors reflects fluorescent light in a weird way. I can live with that, cause other than that these screen protectors are perfectly cut, thick enough, crystal clear, and feel like a glass. Just a crappy swirly effect I have to live with under those fluorescent lights
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I just got mine today and installed them. Looks awesome. Super clear, doesn't feel like there is anything there. S-Pen still works perfectly. I'm pretty happy at the moment.
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Can you guys with Spigen olephobics screen protector PLEASE confirm for me if you see a weird rainbow/swirly effect under the fluorescent lights? I just googled this problem and found it to be common with a lot of different (cheap) screen protectors, like I have now. Just would like to confirm if it still exists (probably not) with Spigen one.
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I have Spigen Ultra Oleophobic. I have no such problems like the ones you describe. It looks fine under fluorescent lighting at work. At home I have 2 fluorescent tubes, CFCs and LED bulbs. No incandescent. Still displays like naked screen. No odd effects with it.
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I'm almost there with you guys lol!!! Decided to give one more shot with that eBay screen protector posted by rexxcastle above (6 for $1.99, shipped from NJ). Once I get it next week and probably see the same problem (although, miracles do happen), I will just buy Spigen
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I don't own a Defender. I posted a pic of my Note and Note 2 with Otterbox Commuter cases on them earlier.
I've read where there is already an issue between the Defender SP and naked screen. There is a small gap between the SP and actual screen which affects touch and S-Pen responses. I would think an additional SP may indeed further interfere with input response from either touch or S-Pen. I also heard some mention it's easy to remove/peel the screen protector off the Defender. Though if they're doing that, might as well settle with a cheaper Commuter case. Unless they want the belt holster (which the Commuter lacks).
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Just so you guys can see what I'm talking about, here is a shot of my phone screen at work under fluorescent lights. Once you step outside under natural light or at home under regular light bulbs - it looks as good as Spigen I actually found a lot of people complaining on-line about similar swirly-rainbow effects under fluorescent lights, even with some other premium screen protectors (although, not Spigen). Like I mentioned before, I gave one more shot with eBay order (they usually refund you back if it doesn't work as expected), and once that experiment fails - will order Spigen.
I actually found a lot of people complaining on-line about similar swirly-rainbow effects under fluorescent lights, even with some other premium screen protectors (although, not Spigen). Like I mentioned before, I gave one more shot with eBay order (they usually refund you back if it doesn't work as expected), and once that experiment fails - will order Spigen.
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Just got this today from MobC
MobC Smasung Galaxy Note 2/N7100 Screen Protector HD Film - Fine Crystal[2-Pack] | eBay
Stuck it on, nice cut, leaves about a 3mm gap around the edge cause of the curved surface of the screen.
Comes supplied with all you need to fit and remove any dust particles.
Stuck on straight perfectly, no bubbles no dust, looks perfect at the moment.
Feels nice, not as nice as the bare screen, but good enough for a screen sticker.
Notice a tiny bit of rainbowing reflection, but only when the screen is off!
I'll report back in a few weeks time if my opinion changes however
It's been about a month, and the screen sticker is still like new. I can highly recommend these particular screen stickers!
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Me 3. I'm under fluorescent lights for 11-12 hours a day at work. Never seen that ever. That's so odd, especially after looking at the pic that was posted.
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Just so you guys can see what I'm talking about, here is a shot of my phone screen at work under fluorescent lights. Once you step outside under natural light or at home under regular light bulbs - it looks as good as Spigen
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I've got the Spigen Ultra [B]Nano[/B] screen protector for the Galaxy S3 installed on my phone and I can see a similar adhesion pattern/effect under certain light with the screen off sometimes, though its not a worry of mine.
You probably won't see this pattern when you buy the Spigen Ultra screen protector for your Note 2, as the material is thicker and more rigid than their Ultra [B]Nano[/B] line. My point here is that the adhesion pattern effects companies no matter what their perceived value/quality is or where it was purchased from. Spigen is not inherently immune to issues. It has to do with a product's attributes and install and not the companies name or make up. And reminder that there is no
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Wow...im suffering from information overload on this thread. I've got a Otterbox Commuter and a Samsung protective + case to decide between the two to protect my precious new Note 2. I had a generic screen protector I got from Costco with accessory pack and although I had to trim it, it did its job, protect my screen up until it took a dive in bathtub.
Im confused at the difference between the screens that are crystal or oleophopic, whats the difference? I want a screen protector that doesnt' inhibit the touch screens ability to be used and isn't so thick that I can feel it on the edge of my fingers and covers as much of the screen as possible so the Otterbox case covers the edges to keep it from getting dirt.
I don't abuse my phones, I treat them gingerly but I will be putting it into my pocket alot and using it when my hands may not be entirely clean. I don't care if I have to wipe down the screen frequently, im used to that, its a small price to pay to protect my $700 screen IMO and I don't want one that distorts the screen/colors like those gawd awful ZAGG protectors do.
I wanna order my protector tomorroo it will be here this week so I can put it on my replacement Note 2 due my first one with stuck pixels and my Commuter Otterbox will be here
So should I do the MobC for my needs?
Amazon.com: MobC Galaxy Note 2 / N7100 Screen Protector HD Film - 99.9% Clarity Japanese Film - Retail Packaging - Fine Crystal [2-Pack]: Cell Phones & Accessories
Or go with the Spigen? I Don't like that it doesn't protect the lenses according to a users pictures of the product
Amazon.com: SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK] for Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, International - Galaxy Note II / N7100 - Oil Resistant / CLEAR: Cell Phones & Accessories
Amazon.com: MobC Galaxy Note 2 / N7100 Screen Protector HD Film - 99.9% Clarity Japanese Film - Retail Packaging - Fine Crystal [2-Pack]: Cell Phones & Accessories
Anyone tried the ISmooth? Seems like the reviews on it are better all around
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Screen-Protector/dp/B00AGABISW/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Im confused at the difference between the screens that are crystal or oleophopic, whats the difference? I want a screen protector that doesnt' inhibit the touch screens ability to be used and isn't so thick that I can feel it on the edge of my fingers and covers as much of the screen as possible so the Otterbox case covers the edges to keep it from getting dirt.
I don't abuse my phones, I treat them gingerly but I will be putting it into my pocket alot and using it when my hands may not be entirely clean. I don't care if I have to wipe down the screen frequently, im used to that, its a small price to pay to protect my $700 screen IMO and I don't want one that distorts the screen/colors like those gawd awful ZAGG protectors do.
I wanna order my protector tomorroo it will be here this week so I can put it on my replacement Note 2 due my first one with stuck pixels and my Commuter Otterbox will be here
So should I do the MobC for my needs?
Amazon.com: MobC Galaxy Note 2 / N7100 Screen Protector HD Film - 99.9% Clarity Japanese Film - Retail Packaging - Fine Crystal [2-Pack]: Cell Phones & Accessories
Or go with the Spigen? I Don't like that it doesn't protect the lenses according to a users pictures of the product
Amazon.com: SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK] for Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, International - Galaxy Note II / N7100 - Oil Resistant / CLEAR: Cell Phones & Accessories
Amazon.com: MobC Galaxy Note 2 / N7100 Screen Protector HD Film - 99.9% Clarity Japanese Film - Retail Packaging - Fine Crystal [2-Pack]: Cell Phones & Accessories
Anyone tried the ISmooth? Seems like the reviews on it are better all around
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Screen-Protector/dp/B00AGABISW/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
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Some more reading tells me that the Olephopic from Spigen would be best as people say it attracts less fingerprints and allows the S-pen to work without issues vs the Ultra clear versions and NOT covering the optics is meant to prevent messing up the proximity sensors and camera lens so I can understand that.
So unless anyone has another suggestion or reasons I shouldn't get the Olephopic version for Spigen, i'll order one tomorrow
Amazon.com: SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK] for Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, International - Galaxy Note II / N7100 - Oil Resistant / CLEAR: Cell Phones & Accessories
So unless anyone has another suggestion or reasons I shouldn't get the Olephopic version for Spigen, i'll order one tomorrow
Amazon.com: SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK] for Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, International - Galaxy Note II / N7100 - Oil Resistant / CLEAR: Cell Phones & Accessories
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Spigen Ultra Crystal is crystal clear
Spigen Ultra Oleophobic is Crystal with a slightly Oil-resitant coating. The coating does not effect the visual clarity. The surface does not dirty from oils quite as quickly and is slightly easier to wipe clean.
Neither should inhibit the touch screen or stylus.
The thickness is actually good in my opinion. The rigidity makes it easier to install and prevents the effect Twister6 was just posting about and noticing in post #369. You will be able to see and feel the edge, but not enough to inhibit your experience if you can bring yourself to ignore it.
NeoGrandizer took some great photos in this post showing his Otterbox Commuter and his Spigen Ultra Oleophobic Screen Protector. The edge of the case does not reach the edge of the protector as you can see in the yellow circle. You probably won't be able to find a case/screen protector combo that will accomplish this, sorry.
Spigen and MobC are quite similar. ISmooth looks to be a newer company, I haven't seen anyone really posting about them. They look extremely similar to Spigen and MobC though. I think you will find any of these three will be great. All three use a Japanese PET Film (wouldn't surprise me if they all use the same source). All 3 have a cut out for the front facing camera. None of them should interfere with the touch screen or stylus use.
I don't know how adept you are at screen protector installation, and I know it is information overload in this thread, but if you scan this thread (and a few others on this forum) you will find some great installation instruction/tips. It could help you prevent wasting one of the two (or three) protectors, help prevent a potential headache, and it will also help prevent your follow up posts asking for tips. If you prepare now and figure out some strategies, you can save yourself some trouble later.
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