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iPhone 7 / 7+ Glass Screen Protectors
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The Tech Armor Corning glass 2 is cheap and really thin .15. It won't halo but the edges will have slight imperfections. They aren't bad, just not perfect.
Ok, but that is 0.2mm according to their website.
I had a 0.2mm g-color that was very good. Tried a cheap 0.15mm, and i could feel that it was thinner and lighter. But it has the haloing and transparancy was not as good as the g-color.
Looking for a new high quality 0.15mm now.
So anymore suggestions?
I really don' t understand there is no manufacturer that will release a glass protector just for the screen area. With a small black/white line for the upper and lower bezels, so it won' t screw up the design of the front of the iphone. I hate those horseshoe designs around the homebutton for the non e2e, and for full front screenprotectors, i hate the holes for the sensors , speaker cutouts at the top and the fact that the homebutton isn' t flush at the bottom.
This glass is good but very thin. Had mine on for over a month now and it's been perfect.
I just noticed that Evolutive Labs (rhinosheild) has an e2e tempered glass protector now, anybody try it yet?
I'm getting my thanotech k11 delivered today and I'll also be getting their e2e glass, I'll let you know what I think of it IF I end up installing it. If my current protector works with the k11 I'm going to leave it on since I like it a lot (D&P)
I'm getting my thanotech k11 delivered today and I'll also be getting their e2e glass, I'll let you know what I think of it IF I end up installing it. If my current protector works with the k11 I'm going to leave it on since I like it a lot (D&P)
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Really?! Color me intrigued. Please let me know how it works out. Lifetime replacement like their cases/bumpers?
Also, not a bad price at $25 if quality.
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I did and it ARRIVED cracked. Customer service was grumpy but they credited me back. Waste of time. I went back to Zagg. (Best Buy price matched Amazon so it was cheap)
I installed mine today and not real impressed, seemed like it was plastic and not glass, not as smooth feeling as the d&p I had installed before this. I think I'm going to try the rhino shield glass and if I don't like it I'll just go back to the d&p.
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Hey @willmtaylor
I have Amazon prime, and looking for the best overall full edge to edge glass screen protector in your opinion for the 7.
Ive read the thread, just curious what you think.
I have Amazon prime, and looking for the best overall full edge to edge glass screen protector in your opinion for the 7.
Ive read the thread, just curious what you think.
I haven't been as active recently as in the past, so I may not be the best to ask. That being said, I've probably seen the least criticism for the latest iteration of the Godosmith/GDSmith edge to edge variant. It had issues at first, but they've gotten better feedback as of late.
Other than that, many have been disappointed with higher dollar protectors ($20-$30) and have been opting for an assortment of cheaper options ($5-$15) on Amazon.
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Has anyone tried ThanoTech's edge to edge glass?
https://www.thanotech.com/collectio...en-protector-for-iphone-7?variant=32666859910
I'm considering ordering a K11 bumper and will add the glass protector to possibly try it out.
https://www.thanotech.com/collectio...en-protector-for-iphone-7?variant=32666859910
I'm considering ordering a K11 bumper and will add the glass protector to possibly try it out.
The bumper is definitely nice, I've had mine for a couple days now. My only issue with it is there's barely any front lip so with a screen protector it will contact the SP if you lay it face down.
Their screen protector is ok, not bad but also not the best i've felt. It feels more plastic than glass, if that makes sense? I took it off and I'm waiting for the rhinoshield one to be delivered and using my plastic rhinoshield protector for now.
I did see your quip above and was a tad disappointed, though not shocked. It seems as though most E2E variants are now being manufactured almost identically. There seems to be little variation between brands aside from a few exceptions.
Eagerly awaiting your feedback on RhinoShield's offering.
I was a little surprised at how much dust was built up on the edges of the D&P when I took it off, pretty gross. I just got a shipping notice today for the Rhino, hopefully will have it in a few days. I think you're right, I wonder how many companies are actually manufacturing these? Probably just a few at most, who then sell to different companies who then sell to us.
The only ones who seem to truly be different are Godosmith/G.D.Smith, IMOS, ZAGG, and maybe a couple others.
Not sure if I can recommend GD smith. The screen protector was packaged awesome, in a case in a case etc, but the actual screen was completely shattered. It was so bad it had chunks missing from the corners. I contacted them and initiated a return so we will see what the response is.
First, yes I know it is strange to quote myself, but it makes sense in this situation. While cleaning my 7+, I just noticed that the small edge bubbles I had on the Tech Armor 3D Curved SP have vanished. Like I said, I did occassionaly try to press out the edges for a few days right after installing, and apparently, a few weeks later, it worked. This SP is now as good as it gets. Actually, now it is flawless. No issues of lifting either with Apple, Element, and Rokform cases I have tried. Two thumbs up.
I had the GD Smith for about 2 months or so. I dropped my phone the other week and the protector did its job protecting the screen, but it completely shattered, which was disappointing.
The fit isn't the best (talking about the frame) as it cuts of a few mm of the screen. But the feel of the protector is awesome, and you can't tell it's on the screen.
Zagg InvisibleShield Glass+ Luxe
Why do I see at the top of the three holes in the glass? Why third hole? All manufacturers of glasses made two cuts. What do you think?
Why do I see at the top of the three holes in the glass? Why third hole? All manufacturers of glasses made two cuts. What do you think?
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For iPhone 6 and 7, the speaker cut out is longer as well. I think that would annoy me but I guess it'll work fine .
There are very few companies (China) making these tempered glass screen protectors. But quite an assortment of companies marketing and selling them. Personally, myself and a few buddies of mine are having great success and satisfaction with the much cheaper ones from Amazon, E bay and the Dollar Store. Yes, the Dollar Store! And at that price, grab a few extras.
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I got my rhinoshield protector and it's nearly identical to the D&P protector. Only difference seems to the the price, 12.99 for the D&P vs $24 for the rhinoshield. At this point I have to say I don't see any point in paying more than maybe $12-$15 for a tempered glass. Maybe there really is an unseen difference in strength but is there really a difference worth twice the price?
I'll have to take people's word that the super expensive IMOS is worth it but I personally won't be buying one of those.
I'll have to take people's word that the super expensive IMOS is worth it but I personally won't be buying one of those.