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Is there some sort of screen saver needed?
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Do you mean screen protector? I imagine somebody is making one, though I couldn't imagine using an iPad with one on.
I have a 3GS, and one of the most enjoyable and practical features is the oleophobic glass surface. I'd never cover it, and I'm not planning on covering the iPad. (I didn't cover my 1G either. The glass used is very resistant to scratching, unlike something like a Palm - which I do cover.)
I cover all my gadget displays (cameras, iPhone, etc). I'll get one for my iPad too. Should be lots of Hong Kong sellers with them for a couple bucks shipped. I'd never spend the $15, 20+ some of the "official" accessory suppliers ask for. That said, I don't think it's really "necessary."
Take a look at Invisible Shield. It's the only one I would consider using, but if I get it it will be mostly for the back
I don't use protection, but if I did, I'd use Invisible Shield.
i will probably get a slip on case. I personally hate the screen protector things. Every time i see someone use one I scratch my head and ask how it doesn't drive them nuts. They inevitably have either bubbles or misalignment.. i can always notice it. The screens are tough on these devices. and as someone else said, the screen on the 3GS is amazing. I do use an appropriate cloth and wipe it off before viewing video, but with the 3GS that is almost unnecessary.
The iPhone, for me, is such a nice design, I really prefer to use it without some cover on it. I do like to protect it, and much more so for iPad, when i throw it in a bag or something.... thats where a slip on case is perfect.
The iPhone, for me, is such a nice design, I really prefer to use it without some cover on it. I do like to protect it, and much more so for iPad, when i throw it in a bag or something.... thats where a slip on case is perfect.
This is very subjective.
I've had all the flavors of iPhones and I actually found the need to cover my 3Gs. The main reason was that the coating makes the screen slightly tacky to my fingers. While this isn't an issue for normal uses I really noticed it while playing games. My thumbs wouldn't slide as easily as they did on my 2G or 3G, and its really noticeable when playing games that require slight movements.
Secondary is that while glass doesn't scratch the coating will and there have been various reports of the coating wearing away in high-traffic areas of the screen. That may never happen to me, but at least my main first reason eliminates any danger of the second reason.
PS. With my screen on I don't even notice the one or two tiny bubble I have.
Well, a case would _be_ a screen protector in a way. Buying a bike to get to work wouldn't be necessary if you got a car to get to work
Same here. Actually, that reminds me, I emailed them to ask if they'd be doing a larger product for the iPad screen - and they never replied :-(
Well, a case would _be_ a screen protector in a way. Buying a bike to get to work wouldn't be necessary if you got a car to get to work
A bike is far less expensive than a car.