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Screen protectors - naysayers stay out

Yptcn

Yptcn

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Does anyone know where I can find an extra bottle of solution .

I got my Skinomi screens this morning . All went fine for the second try but I think I used too much solution ... so I might need more if I have to change it one day .

EDIT : Nevermind , I hadn't read what was on the bottle ��
 
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ringo850

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I'm thinking of a screen protector for my watch - not to prevent scratches (I'm fairly comfortable that the sapphire screen will take care of that). I'm more concerned about cracking/shattering the screen. I've seen a few "drop test" videos, and the Sapphire screens didn't hold up well. I've worn a watch almost daily for over 40 years, and had my share of slamming them against doorways and walls, and dropping them, with no problems. But I've never paid this much for a watch...so my question is:

Will a screen protector lower the chances of the screen shattering?
 
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inf

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So opinions. What is the best screen protector for the 42mm version.

I ordered few different from Amazon but these are not very good. They don't cover the whole screen and not even the flat area.

So I am looking for a best option(s)
 
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Biggs91276

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inf said:
So opinions. What is the best screen protector for the 42mm version.

I ordered few different from Amazon but these are not very good. They don't cover the whole screen and not even the flat area.

So I am looking for a best option(s)
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Armorsuit
 
MICHAELSD

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Am considering one for the first time just because I foresee hitting this into a wall at least once. Need 99.9% clarity and similar feeling to the original screen though or it's worthless.
 
LuvAussies

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I had the ArmorSuit one, but within a week two corners were peeling up from me bumping it around.

I put the Zagg on to replace that and after a week, so far so good!

Maybe the Zagg hasn't gotten bumped around quite as much, but so far this one has held up better for me.
 
LuvAussies

LuvAussies

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I ordered mine a while back from Zagg directly, but I've heard that Best Buy has them. Yeah, HD is what I have and all that was available at the time.
 
fultonjt

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TypeMRT said:
This was my first wet-type screen protector. I was impatient so I used a hair dryer to get the corners to stick better and was outside playing kickball within 2 hours of installation. No problems so far.
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Kickball! I play three nights a week, and BSE has held up fantastic (you can also see what nights by my activity tracker).
 
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patrickpiteo

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How's the clarity on the Zagg? Orange peel effect? Sorry just trying to see if this or the ArmorSuit is a better purchase.

Pics would be great thanks
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Here you go on Mophie stand..
 

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Yptcn

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I have a question for you guys .

I have put screen protector , wet install , on my watch . Everything went fine and it looks great.

It's the first time I've put on this type of protector on any device .

So , my question is , how long do they last ? Days , weeks , months ???

Any input would be appreciated .
 
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docprego

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I was very pleased with my Armorsuit after I applied it, couldn't even tell it was on the watch. Then somehow a scratch appeared on it so I used the second one that it came with. Again it looked great after application. About a week later I found a large scratch on it. So within a month I went through both protectors due to scratches and I am very careful with my watch.

They do look great immediately after application but they simply are not durable at all. As for the replacement guarantee, it requires you to send the damaged protector to them. I was all set to do this but realized once the protector was off the watch it was really hard to see the scratch. So I just discarded it. On the second one it would be easier for them to see but I really don't want another one. I'm looking for an alternative, perhaps the Orzly Invisicase.

And for anyone that thinks it did it's job taking the scratch so the screen didn't have to: I've used many screen protectors before and never had one scratch so easily.

Overall I can't recommend this product.
 
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patrickpiteo

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docprego said:
I was very pleased with my Armorsuit after I applied it, couldn't even tell it was on the watch. Then somehow a scratch appeared on it so I used the second one that it came with. Again it looked great after application. About a week later I found a large scratch on it. So within a month I went through both protectors due to scratches and I am very careful with my watch.

They do look great immediately after application but they simply are not durable at all. As for the replacement guarantee, it requires you to send the damaged protector to them. I was all set to do this but realized once the protector was off the watch it was really hard to see the scratch. So I just discarded it. On the second one it would be easier for them to see but I really don't want another one. I'm looking for an alternative, perhaps the Orzly Invisicase.

And for anyone that thinks it did it's job taking the scratch so the screen didn't have to: I've used many screen protectors before and never had one scratch so easily.

Overall I can't recommend this product.
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After 3 weeks with zagg still looks great

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Yptcn said:
I have a question for you guys .

I have put screen protector , wet install , on my watch . Everything went fine and it looks great.

It's the first time I've put on this type of protector on any device .

So , my question is , how long do they last ? Days , weeks , months ???

Any input would be appreciated .
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All new territory here but afte 3 weeks my zagg still looks like brand new..
 
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docprego

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screen protectors - naysayers stay out

patrickpiteo said:
After 3 weeks with zagg still looks great

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All new territory here but afte 3 weeks my zagg still looks like brand new..
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Is the Zagg full coverage even including the curved outer edges of the screen?

Also does anyone have experience with other protectors on Amazon that are similar to the Armorsuit but more durable? There's many products that look similar and even come with many more in the package.

Examples:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NG...X110_SY165_QL70&keywords=armorsuit+watch+42mm

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NG09HHS/ref=pd_aw_sim_107_2?refRID=09BV4NXBE2KY63AP8FYD
 
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patrickpiteo

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docprego said:
Is the Zagg full coverage even including the curved outer edges of the screen?

Also does anyone have experience with other protectors on Amazon that are similar to the Armorsuit but more durable? There's many products that look similar and even come with many more in the package.

Examples:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NG...X110_SY165_QL70&keywords=armorsuit+watch+42mm

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NG09HHS/ref=pd_aw_sim_107_2?refRID=09BV4NXBE2KY63AP8FYD
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Yes the zagg covers and the whole screen and edges.
 
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hungrypenguin

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Yptcn said:
Thank you for the info . I have the Skinomi on. Now wait and see ;-)))
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I'm also going to order the Skinomi!
Actually, Skinomi was the only option for me (living in Austria). They do sell ArmorSuit for 60€ + some fees and they don't even offer Zagg here yet.

Hopefully, it works well on your watch! :)
 
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