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iPhone 7 / 7+ Glass Screen Protectors
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I think this is the wrong screen protector. This must be the right one:
https://de.aliexpress.com/item/G-D-...-Protective/32735864245.html?isOrigTitle=true
Look at the discription it's a full tempered glass screen protector. There are other ones with ABS resin and tempered glass. The one you get looks like ABS resin and tempered glass.
I think this is the wrong screen protector. This must be the right one:
https://de.aliexpress.com/item/G-D-...-Protective/32735864245.html?isOrigTitle=true
Look at the discription it's a full tempered glass screen protector. There are other ones with ABS resin and tempered glass. The one you get looks like ABS resin and tempered glass.
How is the cutout at the speaker on top? I read it's actually the size of the 6+ and thus too small?
I've so far tried OMOTON, JETech and iGuard. They all bubble up at the sides, while it's perfectly centered and positioned. I don't get it, never had these issues while applying glass on my previous phones.
Just got my shipping notification today. I need a quality tempered glass screen protector than will work with a case. Ordered a Turata for my wife's phone but am not sure it will work with a case being full 3D. Thoughts or suggestions. Needs to be Prime available so I can get it when my phone gets here.
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I have tried 3 different 3D SPs and they all have a very thin piece of glass in the center with a plastic or whatever colored edge. Some look pretty good, others show the edge of the glass when the phone is off.
Simplism looked the most promising, even coming with a tool to line up the SP, but this has the most obvious joining of glass and border. Turata very similar, but better. Jelly Comb same.
What happened to the ones that were all glass? Cinder was too thick, but I recall some good ones for the 6 Plus
Are the ones on AliExpress all glass? Or at least seamless so you can't see or feel where the edge and glass join?
Simplism looked the most promising, even coming with a tool to line up the SP, but this has the most obvious joining of glass and border. Turata very similar, but better. Jelly Comb same.
What happened to the ones that were all glass? Cinder was too thick, but I recall some good ones for the 6 Plus
Are the ones on AliExpress all glass? Or at least seamless so you can't see or feel where the edge and glass join?
I just brought this guys: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01KFWURDC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It's not edge to edge, but it does "cover" the whole screen, it's just the right size and there is no room for dust to get inside, if this helps anyone...
It's not edge to edge, but it does "cover" the whole screen, it's just the right size and there is no room for dust to get inside, if this helps anyone...
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How are you all tracking your Amazon Ice Max 3D orders? My tracking number has been stuck on "Origin Post is Preparing Shipment" for almost a week.
Item page pics a little deceptive. They show the SP sitting just beyond the sides of the visible screen. That would make them hang over the edge. The customer pics show otherwise. They stop right over the edge of the visible screen. If that what you mean by covering the "entire screen", then you are correct.
Some of us like to cover the entire glass. I don't like feeling the edge of the screen covers like this one, but it does look well made.
Are the edges rounded and smooth?
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The edge is flat. So if you don't have a case it could be a proble. But if you are like me use one of the apple cases, you wouldn't feel the edge of it.
What do you mean by cover the entire glass? A curved protector? Where can I get those? Thanks
Tons on Amazon. See above responses for input. Just search for 3d curve glass glass screen protector. The ones I have tried so far on Amazon are so so. They are very thin, but some show the edge where the glass is adhered to the colored edge.
If you are going to use a case all of the time and are happy what you have, stick with it.
Some vendors have gone with individual cutouts and others have opted for long ocular cutouts.
I prefer the former but others the latter.
https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Or...75454716&sr=8-13&keywords=orzly+iphone+7+plus
This is the protector I purchased for my 7 Plus. Great coverage, no halo effects around border, and excellent install process. I have not seen anyone post this one but I highly recommend it. I was holding out for the Zagg Luxe again as I loved it on my 6S and wanted similar coverage on my 7 Plus. I would buy this over and over, great deal at only $12.98 also! I am using this with the Spigen Liquid Armor case and have not had any issues yet.
This is the protector I purchased for my 7 Plus. Great coverage, no halo effects around border, and excellent install process. I have not seen anyone post this one but I highly recommend it. I was holding out for the Zagg Luxe again as I loved it on my 6S and wanted similar coverage on my 7 Plus. I would buy this over and over, great deal at only $12.98 also! I am using this with the Spigen Liquid Armor case and have not had any issues yet.
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Update on the IceMax 3D I got from Amazon.
Its indeed an Ice Max 3D not a Titan. GD support said it was put in the wrong packaging. The entire piece is tempered glass and e2e full 3D. Adhesive is on the entire piece so it adheres really well to phone.
The plastic piece has the edge cut into it so it sits flat thats why it looked like a Titan at first glance.
I'll update with pictures once I get one stubborn bubble out.
Its indeed an Ice Max 3D not a Titan. GD support said it was put in the wrong packaging. The entire piece is tempered glass and e2e full 3D. Adhesive is on the entire piece so it adheres really well to phone.
The plastic piece has the edge cut into it so it sits flat thats why it looked like a Titan at first glance.
I'll update with pictures once I get one stubborn bubble out.
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Looks like they removed Ice Max 3D branding completely from the product page but yes this is what I ordered.
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I don't think this one is all glass. It says carbon fiber so my guess is the only part that is glass is the clear part. I could be wrong. The item location is 5 minutes away from btw.
When you have time, can you take a clear (if possible) picture of the corner like in this picture?
I'd like to see how well the edge contours with the edge of the iPhone's glass. Thanks!
iPhone 7 screen protector, G.D.SMITH 3D Curved Fit HD 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector,edge to edge ballistic glass with Anti-Scratch for iPhone 7 [Bubble Free] (Black-i7) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZJKEXT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_iqL8xbAGXCP5X
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So I spent $40 just over a week ago to get my Belkin Invisiglass installed at the Apple Store and it's already ruined. I was out shopping my phone was in my front pocket. I pulled it out to do something and saw the screen was lifting big time below and to the side of the home button. Upon closer inspection that corner down there was chipped ever so slightly causing the lift. I have no clue how it happened and don't remember bumping into anything but that's $40 down the drain. 
Can you confirm if you can see the join line where the visible part of the glass meets the dark borders, when the phone is off?