Easy Scratch on Gorilla Glass 2

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Hey guys just like to warn you guys,

Today I put my infinity on the tablet (face down cause I'm stupid) just for a sec, didn't move or slide and when I picked it up it had a scratch on it. I'm really annoyed with myself and hopefully after a few days I won't notice it. But i can see it and its the type of scratch that distorts the pixels a bit. Mind its small but against the rest of the amazing display it can be noticeable. Gorilla Glass 2 is still only scratch resistant and not scratch proof, don't make the same mistake I did.

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Originally Posted by Cousie G

Hey guys just like to warn you guys,

Today I put my infinity on the tablet (face down cause I'm stupid) just for a sec, didn't move or slide and when I picked it up it had a scratch on it. I'm really annoyed with myself and hopefully after a few days I won't notice it. But i can see it and its the type of scratch that distorts the pixels a bit. Mind its small but against the rest of the amazing display it can be noticeable. Gorilla Glass 2 is still only scratch resistant and not scratch proof, don't make the same mistake I did.

Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using XDA Premium HD app

i would return it and stick it up their ass with this gorilla glass bull****
so many devices i keep reading they get scratched during normal use in real life by real users...put the phone in your pocket, 2 seconds later pull it out and it's scratched...come on, gorilla must've been on lunch break or something...

all those youtube clips of geniuses frantically trying to scratch with car keys whatever phone or tablet w/o success...don't believe it for a second.
Use protective foils!

They have NEVER said it is scratch proof, only that it is chemcially hardened so as to be less prone to scratching and damage. The only thing known to man that is essentially scratch proof is a diamond, and even that can be scratched by another diamond. I ALWAYS put a screen protector on my devices, it not only gives it another layer of scratch protection, it helps protect it from drops, why risk it when screen protectors can be had for a few dollars in change?

Originally Posted by californiarailroader

They have NEVER said it is scratch proof, only that it is chemcially hardened so as to be less prone to scratching and damage. The only thing known to man that is essentially scratch proof is a diamond, and even that can be scratched by another diamond. I ALWAYS put a screen protector on my devices, it not only gives it another layer of scratch protection, it helps protect it from drops, why risk it when screen protectors can be had for a few dollars in change?

Yes it is only scratch resistant, I'm more saying that after showing off their new gorilla glass 2 and how strong and scratch "resistant" it is it only took me on the fourth day of usage to get a scratch by placing the screen face down on a flat surface. Also your right, scratch proof is impossible, but being scratch proof of every day wear and tear is possible. If I get a butcher knife and carve away at the surface of coarse its going to scratch and it's unreasonable for companies to try and protect you from that because most of us don't want a knife any where near our devices. But my screens famous gorilla glass 2 surface shouldn't fail after just normal use (even if it was stupid of me).

I would of gotten a screen protector, but since I live in Australia it wouldn't have reached me in time.

Originally Posted by Cousie G

I would have gotten a screen protector, but since I live in Australia it wouldn't have reached me in time.

Nobody in Oz sells them?

>tfw you drop your phone from 5 feet over 5 times
>tfw 0 screen damage

Originally Posted by californiarailroader

Nobody in Oz sells them?

Infinity doesn't get released here until next month, I guess I could find a prime one

Just like to add what it says on Corning's front page "Corning Gorilla Glass 2 is as tough and scratch resistant as ever to withstand the unexpected abuses of everyday life." Well it certainly didn't stop mine from getting scratched from the most basic of device abuse.

Never trust anything.

My OG droid had a pretty solid screen, but it also has a very slightly recessed screen due to the metal around the perimeter of the screen. Even that one got scratches but it was abused. Since that phone I haven't and won't trust any of these other devices. Especially if the screen is the part that sticks out the furthest like with the tf700.

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I actually sent an email to corning and this was their response:

Good Day!

We are sorry to hear that you've had a problem with your device. While Corning® Gorilla® Glass is better able to survive the real-world events that most commonly cause glass to scratch, chip or break, no glass is indestructible. We recommend you contact your device manufacturer to review your warranty or repair options.

While Corning does not have a device replacement or repair program, if you find that your device is not covered under a manufacturer or carrier warranty and you are no longer able to use it, our labs do occasionally take noticeably damaged devices for testing. Please confirm the type of device you own and how the screen was damaged and I can confirm with my research colleagues if they’re looking for your type of device.

Please note that not all devices will be selected for testing. After your device has been received, we will send you a $25 American Express e-gift card. Please note that Corning will not repair or return your device and assumes you are in agreement with the terms listed above when we receive the device in the mail.


Thank you


WOOOOT $25 Gift card for a $900 tablet, seems tempting :P (I'm in Aus)