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serfboreds
26th June 2008, 08:41 AM
I just got the javoedge no-glare screen protector and it is the best I have used.

I think that the zagg invisiblesheild is amazing and bulletproof, but has a terrible glare. The one from javoedge makes this phone usable during the day outside.

http://www.javoedge.com/reflexeshop/productCatalog/getProduct.do?poid=985&pbmId=4737

scotcha12345
2nd July 2008, 07:02 PM
If it was mid-day, brightest sun you can get directly over head...when I try to use my phone, I jack up the brightness to 100%.

Then I would usually have to cover it with my hand, and still get very little ability to see the screen.

I'm using, and have been for about 6 months:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-xv6800-for-verizon-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php

It's like impossible to scratch and the screen is perfect.

The main problem is glare / daytime usability. I'm ready to buy the one you suggested almost ASAP just for that.

thakidc
2nd July 2008, 08:19 PM
How many do you get, just the one, I still might have to try this out it sounds better than my walmart ones.Wow might have to try them both.

serfboreds
4th July 2008, 03:53 AM
I used the zagg one you have and love it for durability (I had the whole phone protector and loved it until it got gunky around the edges). The issue was glare; I couldn't see anything with it on.

With this you get one screen protector, but it is all you need. With the regular phone with no screen protector I could see about 40%, zagg 30%, this one somewhere around 75% or better (a noticeable increase, not perfect, but much much improved).

The problem with the walmart ones (and most others) is that you don't have the durability that zagg and this one does; with this one you can abuse the screen and still wipe them off with your finger for a perfect view.

the 0ne
6th July 2008, 12:28 PM
I recently purchased the JAVOScreen anti-glare screen protector and enjoy the durability and fitment. However, I find it very hard to use in daylight.

Are you sure you purchased the anti-glare one?

Hajii1
6th July 2008, 06:05 PM
Martin Overlay (http://www.overlayplus.com/US/dis_product.asp?model=HTC_6800&modeln=PPC-6800&prod_type=screen)

Expensive but the best screen protector I've ever used. I use them on all my mobile devices.

veloslave
9th July 2008, 06:22 AM
My .02

I have been using Pocket PC Techs WriteShields (http://pocketpctechs.com/main.asp?area=home) for a long time now all the way back to my Ipaq 3650 days... long before my i700.

They are anti-glare and so dang durable that it is one of those products you just love to recommend. I have been given some other brands here and there along the years and those REALLY cemented my appreciation for the WriteShields. I play a LOT OF SOLITAIRE... like every time I go to the reading room (if you get my drift) and I always my fingernails... along with all my other PDA/phone use. I get around two years out of one of these and that includes just a ridiculous amount of abuse.

I have the same thing on my Tablet PC... it has been there since 2004 and I kid u not... it looks like brand new (obviously not as abused as the phones ;) )


FWIW

meccadon123
7th August 2008, 01:03 AM
Veloslave......Would you please advise on your visibilty outside during the day.

Protonus
8th August 2008, 12:55 AM
Can't believe it's not mentioned here.

The best screen protector hands down for any device are the Anti Glare ones from www.Boxwave.com

they'll last forever, are washable, easy to apply, make the touch surface feel more paperlike which makes writing on it nicer, eliminates glare, doesn't show fingerprints... it's just awesome.

I have the on my Sony TG50, my Nintendo DS, and my xv6800. All are perfect.

shapiror06
8th August 2008, 05:11 AM
Well, I have the Zagg invisibleSHIELD, and I like it, it just sucks in the sunlight. I'd like a better one for viewing outdoors, but after reading this post, I dont know what to get. Three to choose from...

Boxwave
Pocket PC Techs
JAVOedge

Choices... choices...

Protonus
8th August 2008, 04:37 PM
You won't be dissapointed with Boxwave antiglare, trust me. I got my TG50 5 years ago now, and it was a great choice then, still is.

shapiror06
8th August 2008, 08:03 PM
Just ordered the anti-glare from boxwave. we'll see how I like it when it gets here.

rleejr79
9th August 2008, 10:40 AM
My .02

I have been using Pocket PC Techs WriteShields (http://pocketpctechs.com/main.asp?area=home) for a long time now all the way back to my Ipaq 3650 days... long before my i700.

They are anti-glare and so dang durable that it is one of those products you just love to recommend. I have been given some other brands here and there along the years and those REALLY cemented my appreciation for the WriteShields. I play a LOT OF SOLITAIRE... like every time I go to the reading room (if you get my drift) and I always my fingernails... along with all my other PDA/phone use. I get around two years out of one of these and that includes just a ridiculous amount of abuse.

I have the same thing on my Tablet PC... it has been there since 2004 and I kid u not... it looks like brand new (obviously not as abused as the phones ;) )


FWIW

How is it in the sunlight?

rleejr79
9th August 2008, 10:41 AM
Veloslave......Would you please advise on your visibilty outside during the day.

+1




I would like to know as a few talk about this one. I use my phone outside and the sun and my screen don't mix with visibility.

shapiror06
14th August 2008, 06:40 PM
Got the anti glare one from boxwave. It's got a lot of pros and not many cons.

Pros:
A dream to write on w/ the stylus.
Very easy to install, not one of those flimsy "rubbery" screen protectors, actually plastic and stiff.
Even if you do get a little dust under it, you cannot see it at all once it's installed.
No air bubbles whatsoever.
Very easy to wipe fingerprints off of.
They say it's removable and washable? I dunno about that, but if I ever have to do it, it's worth a shot I guess.

Cons:
Easier to read in the sunlight, but not near what the website hypes it up to be.

More pros than cons, overall I am very happy with it. I like it a lot better than the Zagg invisibleSHIELD.

-Randy

Protonus
14th August 2008, 10:30 PM
Glad you liked it. I know I do. They are definetly removeable, and washable, but they are a bit tricky to remove. You must do so very carefully or you can risk bending them, or worse, removiing some of the adhesive which will be noticeable when it's reapplied. I've found to remove them, get them warm first with like a hairdryer to make it easier to remove, and then try to lift a corner with somethign very thin like a razor blade. To wash just rub it with mild dishsoap and water, and then flick it off like a poloroid. You can reapply it evenn with some water still on it.

In my expirence, not much reason to ever remove it. Just clean it while it's still on there.

TurboFool
15th August 2008, 11:19 PM
I'll second the Boxwave screen protectors. I've had the same one on my phone since I got the phone at launch. I've taken it off once to clean it, and I have one very small scratch on it. Pretty impressive compared to other protectors I've used.

segadc
27th August 2008, 10:30 PM
I have been meaning to get a screen protector. I am leaning towards Boxwave but last time I had an anti-glare, it made the screen a tad fuzzy. Hmmm....

dhughes2
28th August 2008, 09:16 PM
I'm using the Boxwave Anti-Glare as well. The only issue I ran into is that I had to trim mine just a slight amount for my Mogul, the stock size actually fit under the case edges of the screen and caused my screen to not respond to touch. It does a great job of resisting fingerprints, and the paper feel when writing is definately a plus.

jambrose
29th August 2008, 02:24 AM
I swear by the Zagg products. It is true they are not that great in the sunlight. I usually crank my brightness but I have used the WriteShields before and they scratch after continue use. Play solitaire for a while and you will see the drag line from the deck to the stacks. Kind of annoying. Zagg will not scratch at all, guaranteed. Check out the Zagg videos on wrapping an iPod and then using a weed wacker on it.

1999TL
23rd September 2008, 06:09 AM
damn it. I was going to order a zagg protector but the sunlight killed it for me. I'll just keep my screen naked. it has scratches on it now after 18 months, but I'm about to get a new phone cuz of the drops. might as well use it. hell, by the time the screen is scratched up, it's time to move on anyways right? This time i'll always just use the pouch. Putting the phone in the pocket is the only thing that really scratches the phone.

veloslave
23rd September 2008, 08:54 AM
damn it. I was going to order a zagg protector but the sunlight killed it for me. I'll just keep my screen naked. it has scratches on it now after 18 months, but I'm about to get a new phone cuz of the drops. might as well use it. hell, by the time the screen is scratched up, it's time to move on anyways right? This time i'll always just use the pouch. Putting the phone in the pocket is the only thing that really scratches the phone.


Damn it indeed... this was like reading a horror story :eek:

Naked?

Replaced when scratched?

I'm not going to sleep well tonight :p

nttdemented
24th September 2008, 08:27 PM
I can't believe no one has mentioned these here:

www.nushield.com

They have them for the Titan, I just got my Titan and ordered a set of these. I used to use these all the way back from my Palm M100 days. I had 7 Palm handhelds all protected with a nushield and they are BULLETPROOF, EXCELLENTE anti-glare, finger smudging free and anything short of a razor blade will not scratch them. I used to take my keys out and deliberately try to scratch one of these using the key as a stylus in front of my geek friends and it was all OOOOHhhhsss... and AAAAhhhsss... jejejeje :D

The way these work to attach is that they are SLIGHTLY oversized than the screen and they tuck into the frame of the handheld. They are easily removed using some tape to pull them out and you can clean them with soap and water although I only did this if I ever noticed some form of dust creep in between the protector and the screen.

They are hands down the BEST!! The packet you buy brings 3 protectors, I never used more than 1 on any of my Palms unless I creased one installing or removing it. My Palms used to last me at least 2 years before I changed to another one.

BTW, these are the protectors the ARMY uses on the field in their monitors, tablet systems and PDAs. They are more an industrial company than a consumer company and are heavily recognized for their quality in protecting all sorts of screens. The page has a lot of info...

1999TL
25th September 2008, 03:48 AM
I can't believe no one has mentioned these here:

www.nushield.com

They have them for the Titan, I just got my Titan and ordered a set of these. I used to use these all the way back from my Palm M100 days. I had 7 Palm handhelds all protected with a nushield and they are BULLETPROOF, EXCELLENTE anti-glare, finger smudging free and anything short of a razor blade will not scratch them. I used to take my keys out and deliberately try to scratch one of these using the key as a stylus in front of my geek friends and it was all OOOOHhhhsss... and AAAAhhhsss... jejejeje :D

The way these work to attach is that they are SLIGHTLY oversized than the screen and they tuck into the frame of the handheld. They are easily removed using some tape to pull them out and you can clean them with soap and water although I only did this if I ever noticed some form of dust creep in between the protector and the screen.

They are hands down the BEST!! The packet you buy brings 3 protectors, I never used more than 1 on any of my Palms unless I creased one installing or removing it. My Palms used to last me at least 2 years before I changed to another one.

BTW, these are the protectors the ARMY uses on the field in their monitors, tablet systems and PDAs. They are more an industrial company than a consumer company and are heavily recognized for their quality in protecting all sorts of screens. The page has a lot of info...

I used to use this type. They look the best on the screen, but dust gets under it and causes little scratches. That was my experience. I used it since the old Ipaq.

1999TL
25th September 2008, 03:50 AM
Damn it indeed... this was like reading a horror story :eek:

Naked?

Replaced when scratched?

I'm not going to sleep well tonight :p

some ppl can't tell the different with them on. I can....but I think I changed my mind. I'm going to run a screen protector like the zagg.

JokeZony0u
22nd October 2008, 03:54 AM
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=1&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dealextreme.com%2Fproducts.dx %2Fcategory.501&ei=FYf-SNmZFImGsQOr-fA-&usg=AFQjCNE2GvvGJk4o8NAqlRR1h-3YIu-wRQ&sig2=4Z_s83VKq5et798cSTkSSA

Well that's actually a Google link to DealExtreme screen protectors and you can practically get a screen protector for a buck or two- just look for the 2.8 in screen protector and your good to go!

The only bad part of this screen protector is that, its exactly 2.8 in and that means it wont fit the phone properly (its too large) and you'll need to trim down a bit

A bit of patience and being careful, this screen protector is as good as any other screen protector I've seen- plus they give you this handy towel like thing that can clean the screen too! - All this for under 2 bucks, what can you expect nowadays?

Don't know if anyone's mentioned it, but I thought I'd post and tell everyone

_m0r0n_
6th February 2009, 06:06 AM
how's the Boxwave screen protector do on the HTC touch HD? will it affect the sensitivity of the screen?

udgn
9th February 2009, 11:13 PM
Can people include if the Visibility is affected when watching videos, movies, pictures etc.

I mean if you have a GORGEOUS "VGA" screen. Do you experienced any decreased quality on the images?

udgn
9th February 2009, 11:23 PM
Think ABOUT THIS.
I just read every ones opinion (at least posted ones) and it is Obvious that the following is the best Option for PERFORMANCE/USABILITY and PROTECTION (you will need ALLL THREE):

1. For the SCREEN:
Use a non-glue screen protector (static) and if you are like me that is always WRITING with stylus for EVERYTHING using any Note program every day, then it also HAVE to be a NON-STICKY one because it will be troublesome for you to write on the screen (and it should glide).

Annnnd...... If installation goes wrong (got lints, fingerprints, etc.), you can wash and clean everything and re-apply.

2. For the BODY:
As far as I notice and saw Invisible Shield is Military Grade, and VIDEOS and also REVIEWS show the HIGH QUALITY And PROTECTION FROM SCRATCHES.

3. WHOLE PROTECTION:
You will need to find a Shock protection(or whatever you want to call it) CASE that covers the WHOLE phone (you don't want to drop it and then find out that your phone got screwed in a CORNER). It also need to have a HARRRRD FRONT COVER (to protect the screen from Impacts) and I would prefer NON-FLEXIBLE one.

OK, so we HAVE:
BODY:
1. Invisible Shield for the body (or if it is REALLY but REALLY true WITH PROOF and DEMONSTRATION that there is another brand like IS, then post it BUUUUUT with Prooof.)

OK, What we need:
1. Screen Protection-Usability: One that is top performance letting you Glide EASILY your Stylus FOR Writing.

2. A CASE with the Qualities mentioned above in number 3. "WHOLE PROTECTION"

ALL this will let you:
1. CARRY with confidence your device (knowing that is secure, in case you DROP IT).
2. When you have to answer a call or use the device and retrieve it from the case, Show its attractive shiny look.
3. Knowing that once it is out of the case it is SCRATCH proof.
4. Work without having troubles writing on the screen.

Please FEED BACK about this COMMENT.

Wiggums
11th July 2009, 11:43 PM
Ah, I'm also trying to find the very best screen protector for my Polaris. I have gone through a whole bunch like underwear, threw away many expensive ones because my fingers couldn't quite glide easily. Some had the texture of an orange peel and I could not see it under direct sunlight.

I like the screen my Polaris came with - very easy to glide over, but I do not want to do that on the screen - I need to protect it, of course. Can anybody recommend the VERY best for GLIDING... I want to be able to GLIDE. I don't care about replacing it every six months or so, that is not an issue. I am a GLIDER.

Is there any that's recommended for gliding?

enkeb
6th November 2009, 10:46 PM
Think ABOUT THIS.
I just read every ones opinion (at least posted ones) and it is Obvious that the following is the best Option for PERFORMANCE/USABILITY and PROTECTION (you will need ALLL THREE):

1. For the SCREEN:
Use a non-glue screen protector (static) and if you are like me that is always WRITING with stylus for EVERYTHING using any Note program every day, then it also HAVE to be a NON-STICKY one because it will be troublesome for you to write on the screen (and it should glide).

Annnnd...... If installation goes wrong (got lints, fingerprints, etc.), you can wash and clean everything and re-apply.

2. For the BODY:
As far as I notice and saw Invisible Shield is Military Grade, and VIDEOS and also REVIEWS show the HIGH QUALITY And PROTECTION FROM SCRATCHES.

3. WHOLE PROTECTION:
You will need to find a Shock protection(or whatever you want to call it) CASE that covers the WHOLE phone (you don't want to drop it and then find out that your phone got screwed in a CORNER). It also need to have a HARRRRD FRONT COVER (to protect the screen from Impacts) and I would prefer NON-FLEXIBLE one.

OK, so we HAVE:
BODY:
1. Invisible Shield for the body (or if it is REALLY but REALLY true WITH PROOF and DEMONSTRATION that there is another brand like IS, then post it BUUUUUT with Prooof.)

OK, What we need:
1. Screen Protection-Usability: One that is top performance letting you Glide EASILY your Stylus FOR Writing.

2. A CASE with the Qualities mentioned above in number 3. "WHOLE PROTECTION"

ALL this will let you:
1. CARRY with confidence your device (knowing that is secure, in case you DROP IT).
2. When you have to answer a call or use the device and retrieve it from the case, Show its attractive shiny look.
3. Knowing that once it is out of the case it is SCRATCH proof.
4. Work without having troubles writing on the screen.

Please FEED BACK about this COMMENT.





on ebay the same material used in zagg or invisible shield is also sold by a company called Clear Protector (CP). works the same way and the same durability without the fancy logos and price.

http://cgi.ebay.com/INVISIBLE-iPhone-3G-3Gs-Full-Body-SCREEN-PROTECTOR-CP_W0QQitemZ280412003922QQcmdZViewItemQQptZPDA_Acc essories?hash=item4149db9e52

coolfx35
15th April 2010, 03:44 PM
you might also want to check out

http://www.bestscreenprotectors.com/