Got the Tech Armor Corning version and no problem at all, sticks perfectlySo much for tech armor HD ballistic glass. Got a 2 pack and neither will adhere properly.
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iPhone 7 / 7+ Glass Screen Protectors
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I usually use my nails to get under one of the corners to gently pry it up, but do it slowly to avoid shattering.
just received my GDSmith 3D after friggin 25 days of waiting.
the glass quality is absolutely great.
I have a problem when applying it the first time as some dust gets in between the glass and iPhone, and also proximity sensor are slightly misaligned so I remove it ... and use the sticky tape to remove the debris and reapply.
on the second time, I got it right on the cleanliness and alignment, the screen looks glorious.
now ... about the issues that a lot of people are complaining,
1. the edges are definitely curved unlike the 2.5D, I can feel the notch from inside the glass. It's not completely flush, leaving just a small gap ... but for a $12 item its good enough. also i use it in conjunction with Otterbox Statement and it fits perfectly.
people who expect a $12 glass to sit flush with manufacturing precision close to Apple are being unrealistic and unreasonable with their demands.
2. about the packaging, I got the one that shows the knight cartoon instead of titan.Glass, kinda glad that I got the first time right.
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use a namecard, something that is thin, pliable but reasonably rigid.
thats what i do
the glass quality is absolutely great.
I have a problem when applying it the first time as some dust gets in between the glass and iPhone, and also proximity sensor are slightly misaligned so I remove it ... and use the sticky tape to remove the debris and reapply.
on the second time, I got it right on the cleanliness and alignment, the screen looks glorious.
now ... about the issues that a lot of people are complaining,
1. the edges are definitely curved unlike the 2.5D, I can feel the notch from inside the glass. It's not completely flush, leaving just a small gap ... but for a $12 item its good enough. also i use it in conjunction with Otterbox Statement and it fits perfectly.
people who expect a $12 glass to sit flush with manufacturing precision close to Apple are being unrealistic and unreasonable with their demands.
2. about the packaging, I got the one that shows the knight cartoon instead of titan.Glass, kinda glad that I got the first time right.
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use a namecard, something that is thin, pliable but reasonably rigid.
thats what i do
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Spigen used to make some awesome plastic protectors that wrapped around the screen for the 6/6s but haven't done them again for the 7. http://www.spigen.com/collections/i...screen-protector-steinheil-curved-crystal-4-7
Wish someone know about similar protectors. i loved the fact that these had real 3D shape with adhesive all around, not like current glass protectors with their colored borders and fake 3d coverage. plus these plastic protectors were thinner than any glass one. And no shattering.
Just put on the Tech Armor Corning glass after giving up on E2E. Very very nice and slick protector.
Did you have any issues with micro-bubbles around the very edge of the glass? I have it along most edges and are only visible when I really look for it, just hoping that it'll disappear when the adhesive 'cures'.
I don't believe that I have any. I also don't think the adhesive ever cures with tempered glass protectors.
Here's picture of my phone with the Tech Armor Corning 2 glass in the black Apple leather case.
Can you see any in this picture?
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Are the edges of the home button and top speaker rounded as well or are they sharp?
I just got mine in today via Amazon Prime and I concur, 100% smooth. That was my #1 problem with the old knight.
The gdsmith knight series is now my edge to edge glass screen protector of choice.
Tried my best to show it, it's been there since I first put the protector on yesterday and hasn't really improved. You'll have to zoom in to see it as I I couldn't get any closer with my camera.
Received my G.D.Smith from Amazon this time, and it's perfect. No halo issues either!
Yes, I do see these in a couple of small areas along the edge. I have to really be looking hard to find them.
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Does the G.D. Smith have adhesive on the actual display area or just the top, bottom and thin sides?
I had the Apple Store throw on two of the Belkin glass protectors that they do with the applicator when my wife and I ugraded to the 7 a couple of weeks ago.
Haven't had time to go back - but, was pretty disappointed in the short time after realizing it was narrow of the screen. Annoying for a hundred reasons, rainbow, distracting display falls outside protector, etc.
It does seem to me, though, that it is a thin protector which is nice around the home button - and seems like it does a decent job rejecting fingerprints.
My question is - I was able to get Anker glass protectors that seem to be the width of the screen for $3 - will they be comparable in quality over time in terms of the coating/scratch resistance to the belkin? For $3 I could replace them 13 times for what 1 Belkin cost.
I'm still within my return period - would apple even take the Belkin back off of my phone though?
Thanks.
Haven't had time to go back - but, was pretty disappointed in the short time after realizing it was narrow of the screen. Annoying for a hundred reasons, rainbow, distracting display falls outside protector, etc.
It does seem to me, though, that it is a thin protector which is nice around the home button - and seems like it does a decent job rejecting fingerprints.
My question is - I was able to get Anker glass protectors that seem to be the width of the screen for $3 - will they be comparable in quality over time in terms of the coating/scratch resistance to the belkin? For $3 I could replace them 13 times for what 1 Belkin cost.
I'm still within my return period - would apple even take the Belkin back off of my phone though?
Thanks.
Has anyone bought the Glaz screen protector? As far as I know it's the only one that also protects the touch ID button. And if you have used this particular, how is it? I'm thinking of getting it.
1) You can still protect the area from scratches
2) This would be an ideal protector if you want to switch your front of your phone from white to black and vice versa (at least from the looks of it)
I don't think I've ever read or heard about that button getting damaged (on these forums or elsewhere).
Sigh. I was merely asking if anyone had experiences with this screen protector.
Then, to answer your question, "No, I haven't heard anything about them/it."
So much for tech armor HD ballistic glass. Got a 2 pack and neither will adhere properly.
My Zagg did the same thing. So I ordered tech armor from amazon and I honestly reinstalled like 3 times because of lent. But the glass protector seems to adhere just fine. Although, i had the same problem with the edges. But I find they can be worked out the same way with the bubbles. Pretty easy to install if you ask me. I got mines perfectly aligned as well.
I've used the Anker Glassguard since the 6S. They have worked for me pretty good and have held up really well.
My Belkin one cracked on day 14 of having it. I was able to return it for a refund. Switched to the Anker one and it's been working well ever since.
YMMV.
Well I was a big fan of my Tech Armor Corning Accessory glass protector until I took the phone out of my pocket yesterday and the edge of the protector was chipped in a spot. No clue how that happened. Wasn't dropped or in my pocket with anything that could chip it. I love how thin it is but maybe it's too thin and easy to damage.
This glass cracks easier than a thin Potato Chip and Tech Armor's warranty is nonexistent.
It's a nice glass but I believe that it is totally useless for any impacts.