Aduro Membrane Anti-Glare (or Ultra-Clear) screen protector?

[magus57]

Just recently bought a 3-pack of Basalguardz, and while the protector itself is bad (doesn't distort quality, doesn't feel too different than plain screen, etc), I put on two of the three and couldn't get rid of bubbling that appeared on both top and bottom. I actually ordered them on mistake (wanting to buy the anti-glare one), but from Amazon reviews, it doesn't seem much better in that regard.

Anyway, can anybody comment on Aduro Membrane screen protectors (anti-glare particularly) and how they fit? I'm not too concerned about screen quality of the anti-glare option as long as it actually is anti-glare/matte (only a small percentage of my phone usage "requires" a high-quality screen), but whether I end up with that same bubble effect on top/bottom/sides as with the Basalguardz is a big deal to me.

I'm sure there are better options out there, but I don't feel comfortable spending more than $5 on a single screen protector when I'm liable to screw up at least once out of every three, and $5 for a 3-pack seems nice.

 

[kmakiki]

I actually just got these yesterday. This fit is...eh. Not super impressed by that aspect. I have slight bubbling effects around the edges, because trying to align the camera whole perfectly made it so the right side of the protector is basically resting on the end of the glass. It's barely noticeable, but present. However, it is most definitely the clearest SP I have ever used. It's basically like having it unprotected.

Just recently bought a 3-pack of Basalguardz, and while the protector itself is bad (doesn't distort quality, doesn't feel too different than plain screen, etc), I put on two of the three and couldn't get rid of bubbling that appeared on both top and bottom. I actually ordered them on mistake (wanting to buy the anti-glare one), but from Amazon reviews, it doesn't seem much better in that regard.

Anyway, can anybody comment on Aduro Membrane screen protectors (anti-glare particularly) and how they fit? I'm not too concerned about screen quality of the anti-glare option as long as it actually is anti-glare/matte (only a small percentage of my phone usage "requires" a high-quality screen), but whether I end up with that same bubble effect on top/bottom/sides as with the Basalguardz is a big deal to me.

I'm sure there are better options out there, but I don't feel comfortable spending more than $5 on a single screen protector when I'm liable to screw up at least once out of every three, and $5 for a 3-pack seems nice.

 

[magus57]

I actually just got these yesterday. This fit is...eh. Not super impressed by that aspect. I have slight bubbling effects around the edges, because trying to align the camera whole perfectly made it so the right side of the protector is basically resting on the end of the glass. It's barely noticeable, but present. However, it is most definitely the clearest SP I have ever used. It's basically like having it unprotected.

Do you think it would fit properly (as in, without bubbling around the edges) if it was moved a little in any direction (even if that means covering the camera a bit - unless that'd also mean the speaker and therefore bubbling around there)? If not, I may want to continue my search...after seeing how easily I could pop the BasalGuardz off (in order to return it), I definitely don't want bubbling around the edges.

 

[magus57]

I'm also looking at this Fosman Anti-Glare screen protector, since it does leave a little empty space on the sides (and eliminates the bubbling problem as a result) - any thoughts? Most of the bad reviews seem to be regarding the pixelation due to it being anti-glare (no-duh).

 

[kmakiki]

I don't know about the Fosman, but yeah, if you moved mine to the left a wee bit, it would not cover the speaker at all, and get rid of the bubbling. It's just that the fit is not perfect. Also, protip, this guy in particular seems to be a lint magnet. The first one I applied just sucked the lint up; moved to a different, less linty area of my apartment, and got it on clean as a whistle.

 

[magus57]

I don't know about the Fosman, but yeah, if you moved mine to the left a wee bit, it would not cover the speaker at all, and get rid of the bubbling. It's just that the fit is not perfect. Also, protip, this guy in particular seems to be a lint magnet. The first one I applied just sucked the lint up; moved to a different, less linty area of my apartment, and got it on clean as a whistle.

Alright. I'll probably start with the Fosman then, since it's only $3 (hopefully doesn't take too long to ship since it's not Prime-eligible), and then move to the Aduro if anything; there doesn't seem to be many other decent ones on Amazon for the price, so hopefully either will do.

 

[divinewisdom]

I have the Aduro. Its a good screen protector, but there's no way to get aligned 100% without some lifting around the edges because the screen protector is cut to size.

 

[magus57]

I have the Aduro. Its a good screen protector, but there's no way to get aligned 100% without some lifting around the edges because the screen protector is cut to size.

Ah, in that case, I'll make sure they're not cut to fit - I'd rather have a little missing on the edges than bubbling.

 

[kvizz]

I'm also looking at this Fosman Anti-Glare screen protector, since it does leave a little empty space on the sides (and eliminates the bubbling problem as a result) - any thoughts? Most of the bad reviews seem to be regarding the pixelation due to it being anti-glare (no-duh).

Of course noticeable pixelation and it covers the phone really well. Almost to the top of the phone, but noticeable space on the bottom. So at the top dust and crap can get under and it looks dirty. Otherwise the matte feeling is great and works as suppose to.

Although I like the basal one better, these two are very comparable and can be had for cheap!

 

[DerAmi]

I just received mine and put it on and it fits perfectly! I love it!

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

 

[DDeveryday]

I hate the Aduro! There is absolutely no way to do it without lifting. You have NO IDEA how many hours i spent rubbing the edges and get them to stick. The Aduro came with three screen protectors. I rubbed the first one for a week, still lifts, apply the second one and rubbed it for a week, still life. I thought "Hey maybe it might go away in couple weeks" but NOPPPEEEEE IT GETS WORST. Next thing I know the lifting has spread to other edges of the screen protector. That's when I finally gave up.

I purchased this one and i"m happy with it so far. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00724P35O/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

*The right edge is not lifting, it's just light reflecting on the edges. This screen protector is absolutely PERFECT for me.

 

[DerAmi]

I've had my Aduro screen protector for a week and the first one I put on was rough but the 2nd one was perfect and its working great. Doesn't even look like there's a protector on there.

Sent from the Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2

 

[magus57]

I ended up going with the Fosmon, and liked it so much that I ordered another 3-pack for when I need to replace them. I didn't apply it too well (kinda off with placement), but I can tell that when I do re-apply it (and correctly that time), there wouldn't be any bubbling. It sucks that it doesn't cover the entire front, but at least it covers the important parts.

As for actual quality - definitely improves outdoor viewing (still have to crank up the brightness, but everything can be read much more easily), and definitely love the silky/smooth feeling on the screen, great for Swype.

 

[tcook1960]

Just recently bought a 3-pack of Basalguardz, and while the protector itself is bad (doesn't distort quality, doesn't feel too different than plain screen, etc), I put on two of the three and couldn't get rid of bubbling that appeared on both top and bottom. I actually ordered them on mistake (wanting to buy the anti-glare one), but from Amazon reviews, it doesn't seem much better in that regard.

Anyway, can anybody comment on Aduro Membrane screen protectors (anti-glare particularly) and how they fit? I'm not too concerned about screen quality of the anti-glare option as long as it actually is anti-glare/matte (only a small percentage of my phone usage "requires" a high-quality screen), but whether I end up with that same bubble effect on top/bottom/sides as with the Basalguardz is a big deal to me.

I'm sure there are better options out there, but I don't feel comfortable spending more than $5 on a single screen protector when I'm liable to screw up at least once out of every three, and $5 for a 3-pack seems nice.

I've always taken my phone to my service provider...Verizon. I'm not sure about the other companies but Verizon will install your screen protector for their customers for free whether it's a new or used phone. They install screen protectors all the time and do a great job with no air bubbles. Hope this helps.