I also recommend a glass screen protector, I have noticed they take less fingerprints and smudges than the glass that's on the device.
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Too much fingerprints on IPad Pro 9.7? (worried)+photos
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O the horrors of first world problems.
Apple is certainly going down the tubes because of this. This would not have happened if Steve were still around.
Apple is certainly going down the tubes because of this. This would not have happened if Steve were still around.
I have a glass screen protector on my iPhone and a PET protector on my iPad. I have been using Whoosh cleaner and it works great. But I find the more I use it the more I have to use it. Fingerprints come back quickly and that's with clean hands. So I'm surmising that the Whoosh has been cleaning but also cleaning the oleophobic costing right off as well.
I've tried a bunch of products including waxes. What I've found that works the best so far keeping the finger prints at bay the longest - Rain X on the PET film protector and Aquapel on the glass protector. I know both of these are marketed to repel water and not oil. But I've found them to really help diminish fingerprinting. Also when you do have to wipe, the fingerprints wipe off easily with a dry microfiber cloth.
I tried the Aquapel in the PET protector as well and initially thought it was eating the film but it came out fine. The only issue is that on the film protector, the slippery factor diminished. I like the slip and the Rain X provided that. So Rain X for film protector and Aquapel for glass. Both work great. Not miraculous but just much better than before applying.
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I know this is an old thread, but there's so many posts, I thought I'dcomment.
I wish I would have gotten a screen protector. I've had the ipad only a couple weeks, but noticed a hairline scratch that I can feel with my fingernail. I've been using the Smart Keyboard cover from the beginning and only used water and a microfiber cloth.
I noticed the screen refuses to clean. I gave in today and used a 2/3 water, 1/3 50% alcohol.It helped a little.I wish I would have cleaned with water first to see if the cleaning with alcohol someonwho rubbed a scratch in.
ANyway, I don't get the idea of just using water. We touch these things all day and everything else, the bottom of the keyboard rests on a Starbucks table or desk somewhere with who knows what...I think I'm going to take my chances with the alcohol solution for now, unless someone knows a good actual cleaner that can be used.
Also, simply closing the Smart Keyboard cover a few times is enough to put a vertical mark of smudge from the left side down...I guess this is just the way it goes.
But next time, I'm getting a screen protector.
I wish I would have gotten a screen protector. I've had the ipad only a couple weeks, but noticed a hairline scratch that I can feel with my fingernail. I've been using the Smart Keyboard cover from the beginning and only used water and a microfiber cloth.
I noticed the screen refuses to clean. I gave in today and used a 2/3 water, 1/3 50% alcohol.It helped a little.I wish I would have cleaned with water first to see if the cleaning with alcohol someonwho rubbed a scratch in.
ANyway, I don't get the idea of just using water. We touch these things all day and everything else, the bottom of the keyboard rests on a Starbucks table or desk somewhere with who knows what...I think I'm going to take my chances with the alcohol solution for now, unless someone knows a good actual cleaner that can be used.
Also, simply closing the Smart Keyboard cover a few times is enough to put a vertical mark of smudge from the left side down...I guess this is just the way it goes.
But next time, I'm getting a screen protector.
Most likely,
#1. You IPAd Pro 9.7" Display received a poor coating of the OLeophobic anti oil coating it's supposed to get.
#2. I use a clear oleophobic glass protectors over my 9.7" iPad Pro but a daily wipe with a good microfiber eliminates the smudges.
Is it good? Apple does not recommend any kind of "cleaners" https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204172
How much did this change the antirelective properties of the tablet? One of the nicest aspects of the Pro is the fact that I can't see as much light from it compared to other devices.
When I spoke with an AppleCare rep earlier, he suggested Lysol spray on a wipe,lol.
I've had every iPad except the iPad 3. And My 9.7 Pro is definitely MUCH more of a fingerprint magnet just after a few minutes of use. I remember when cleaning my original iPad and iPad 2 would leave the surface buttery smooth for a lot longer before fingerprints became an issue. But now it takes even longer to clean my Pro and within minutes is a greasy mess. And yes I regularly wash my hands and take care of my electronics. There is definitely a different process being used. It seems like theres no resistant coating on it at all to be honest. In fact it feels the exact same as my iMac screen and fingerprints up just as quickly to a quick test.
I had the opposite problem. I had always used just a plain ol cellphone and then got a 5c when they came out. I put it in an Otter Box and the screen protector that came with it. In no time that screen was gross looking, all kinds of lint and dirt under the screen. I then got a 7+ and only use a back cover, no screen issues at all now that its bare. I have never used a screen protector with any of my ipads. I use a microfiber cloth, spray only the cloth,lightly, with an eyeglass cleaner and clean every few days. Just now looked at my IPP and it only has a very few smudges after using most of today!
I used the mixture of 50% iso alc and filled a little spray bottle 1/3rd with that and the rest with sprint water, haha. It's been a couple days, but it seems to help with fingerprints...I don't really care what it does to the coating. I'd rather have something clean, than clear.
Just a microfiber cloth has always worked for me. Sometimes I have to slightly dampen but very seldom.
I do not eat fried chicken while using my iPad so that might make mine more easy to clean
Less is better in my opinion. Why use alcohol or any cleaner if you do not have to do so?
I do not eat fried chicken while using my iPad so that might make mine more easy to clean
Less is better in my opinion. Why use alcohol or any cleaner if you do not have to do so?
I guess most of the screen protector-users don't use the Pencil a lot for writing?
I have been using a Zagg glass screen protector, but removed it. It is sooo slippery, my writing is even less readable. Never thought that would be possible.
The smudging is the same on the 12.9 and the 9.7. So the chance that they both received a poor coating is really small.
Glass screen protectors introduce more glare. You are paying for a device with a laminated display and then putting another layer of glass on top of it...
Excellent point. I have never used screen protectors on any of my electronics or Apple devices. First, I think they just look cheap and are usually have some sort type of protective cover and I am just cautious with my expensive electronics in general. I understand they serve a purpose, but you make a good point about the laminated display with reflectivity.
But that wasn't the subject of the thread. OP is talking about fingerprints not glare.
Clean. Every. Day. Because.... yuk!!!! Bacteria! It's been shown our mobiles and tablets are the worst offenders for being laden with germs!
As for fingerprints, don't use water. There are spray products you can get which are alcohol based. Water = bad for electronics while alcohol won't corrode anything if a drop makes its way inside it will just evaporate. Plus alcohol cuts through grease. Meaning it removes the prints. Don't even mix alcohol with water.
You can also use those first aid 70% isopropyl alcohol little Square
wipes which are cheap and convenient. Keep one or two in the back (under the case as you won't see them and they are virtually flat). Or your wallet or purse if female.
As for fingerprints, don't use water. There are spray products you can get which are alcohol based. Water = bad for electronics while alcohol won't corrode anything if a drop makes its way inside it will just evaporate. Plus alcohol cuts through grease. Meaning it removes the prints. Don't even mix alcohol with water.
You can also use those first aid 70% isopropyl alcohol little Square
wipes which are cheap and convenient. Keep one or two in the back (under the case as you won't see them and they are virtually flat). Or your wallet or purse if female.
WRONG!
DO NOT SPREAD THIS BAD ADVICE.
Why not use the rough edge of a sponge while you're at it? That really cuts through the grime too.
Its an iPad, not a damn cooking pan. Alcohol on the screens strips the anti-reflective /olepheobic coatings. Especially on iPads. There are plenty of other NON ALOHOL/NONABRASIVE cleaners on the market specifically for electronics that also have anti-bacterial properties.
Can you list some or link any? Most of the "cleaners" that I see recommended come with an "antimicrobial" cloth, but the spray doesn't do anything for germs.
same problem. i have an Air 2, and a Pro 9.7 and the pro holds on to the smudges way more than my air2. as others mentioned, likely due to new coating for less reflection and pencil support.
i don't use the pencil or my ipad outside much, so i honestly prefer my ipad air2.
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I use alcohol too. microfiber cloth alone works on other devices, but on IPP it just smears the oil around. so whatever oleophobic coating they put on their isn't doing a very good job anyway. so i'm not bothered it gets stripped. alcohol works.
i don't use the pencil or my ipad outside much, so i honestly prefer my ipad air2.
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I use alcohol too. microfiber cloth alone works on other devices, but on IPP it just smears the oil around. so whatever oleophobic coating they put on their isn't doing a very good job anyway. so i'm not bothered it gets stripped. alcohol works.