Screen protector snob needs a little advice

[dazultra2000]

So I've been using PDAs with touchscreens for quite some time (see my illustrious HTC device history in my sig!) and have never really found a screen protector I am happy with. I think I've tried most (ZAGG, Brando, MFOP etc etc)

I really need to replace my current Martin Fields protector because it's been annihilated.

So far on my DHD I have tried:

HTC's own - very soft plastic that scratched easily. Looked ugly after no time. I liked the price, fit and ease of installation though.

ZAGG Invisibleshield - I managed to put it on upside-down which didn't help. I love how hard-wearing it is (self-healing etc) but I hate the orange peel effect and the "sticky" feeling

Martin Fields - Didn't fit from the start - looked great to begin with but again, scratches so easily and looks awful now.

So I want to try something else (if there is anything!)
I really like how hard-wearing the ZAGG is, so if there is nothing else I'll go back to ZAGG - but I'd like to see if there's anything similar (but better) out there.

 

[fatthumb]

I don't really like those invisible shield, after sometime the edges will start to peel off and looks ugly (have those type of protector on my old HP Ipaq).

I would recommend 3M Vikuiti screen protector! Sublime quality (comes with a price though), try to google for protectionfilms24. They carry the product

 

[dazultra2000]

Not heard of that one - will give it a look.

Which one is the best?
There are 3 choices:

ADQC27
DQC160
CV8

I have ordered a BodyGuardz to try out - supposedly has all the benefits of the invisibleshield whilst not having the downsides (orange peel, tackiness etc).

 

[OrionBG]

Why would you need a screen protector for the DHD? It has a Gorilla Glass screen!
I can't even imagine what will you have to do to scratch it!

 

[paul c]

The DHD doesn't have Gorilla Glass

Let us know about how the Bodyguardz protector works out for you, I dodn't know there was material out there as strong as Invisible Shield, but mirror-like.

 

[Foladko]

The DHD is very exposed to stratches, the massive screen isn't helping...

Anyway what are you doing with your phone? Do you carry it around with knives or something
I still have a untouched original protector (I do have a slight scratch under it )

 

[donsdcorleone]

I went for the Steinheil anti fingerprint screen protector, costs about $16,- on ebay. Unfortunately they (you get 2) have not yet arrived.
Link

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[javanutsy]

I'm happy with Realook. Finger slides smoothly, great fit, no bubbles. Can hardly tell it's there. Only slight rainbow effect if viewing at extreme angles.

 

[dladz]

I don't really like those invisible shield, after sometime the edges will start to peel off and looks ugly (have those type of protector on my old HP Ipaq).

I would recommend 3M Vikuiti screen protector! Sublime quality (comes with a price though), try to google for protectionfilms24. They carry the product

Part of my job is fitting these bloody things, trust me when i say that if it's peeling away at the edges, you did not put it on properly.

I nail these things every time, however the only phones that they look and feel good on is an iphone 4, oh and the ipad and galaxy tab. The DHD looks **** with it.

@ the thread starter, my advice would be to go for a phone protector (case) and a nice smooth screen protector, any generic s.p will work just fine, even the one's that come with cases (IF you can put them on right)

My fav screen protectors are the ones made by griffin, not sure if they do one for the DHD tho, shame really as they feel really nice and are a dream to put on.

 

[dietdrpeper]

Reelook is the only one I will use. FYI, gorilla glass can scratch.

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[Grant Barker]

Here in Japan I've been using the one from SoftBank. (The same carrier that sells the Desire HD).
I was shocked by the price because it was about 20 dollars (equivalent) and the only one available for the DHD when it came out.

However, it is still going strong and it still looks brand new. So I will definitely be buying another in the future when necessary.

My girlfriend sometimes mentions how good my screen is. I keep the phone in this old electronic dictionary case (bottom left) which has been stitched to nearly half the size so the phone fits in tightly and the screen is wiped when pushed in or pulled out. A student made me the blue one (at the top) so I decided to utilize the old one.

So I definitely recommend the SoftBank screen protector plus a soft and strong phone case.

 

[endine]

I have used many types of screen protectors. I have been using BSE skins for awhile now, cheaper than Zagg and no orange peel. I have a full set coming in the mail.

Check them out here

http://www.bestskinsever.com/htc-desire-hd-skins-422

 

[seelinkit]

How about the free screen protector that comes with the otterbox? Are they any good?

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[ankhazam]

Well I like my Brando Ultra Clear... though still it gets greasy... Pure glass screen was the best ;P

 

[jedifozzie]

How about the free screen protector that comes with the otterbox? Are they any good?

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I have the otterbox one not very good feels sticky and gets greasy very easily the best ones I used was the power support anti glare on the iPhone

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[Goodm7sn]

Brando ultra Clear and anti-Glare screen protectors

i have brando ultra clear protector and the anti-glare one too for quite a few months now, sharing my experience with both :

Brando ultra clear:

Pros:crystal clear display , fitting cut , easy to install and remove , washable , very thin and offers good screen protection.
Cons: greasy and leaves finger smudges (u have to wipe it often), sticky sometimes (specially in a relatively humid environments,impossible to swype easily if yr fingers r a bit warm or humid)


Brando anti-glare:

Pros: very smooth ,very slick, doesn't attract dust at all,sliding/swyping is an awesome experience with this type,fitting cut , easy to install and remove , washable , very thin and offers good screen protection.

Cons: distorts the screen colors (grainy matt look) , reading and browsing experience is highly affected by that grainy effect (specially noticed with white backgrounds).


would be awesome if everyone can make a pros/cons for everyscreen protector they try, just to clear the confusion

P.S , im looking for a tip from experienced users of a screen protector in between those 2 i reviewed , i really like the slickness of the antiglare but the grainy effect is a very bad point.

hope this helps.
cheers.

 

[steve75dhd]

I don't really like those invisible shield, after sometime the edges will start to peel off and looks ugly (have those type of protector on my old HP Ipaq).

I would recommend 3M Vikuiti screen protector! Sublime quality (comes with a price though), try to google for protectionfilms24. They carry the product

I have just ordered a Vikuiti screen protector, i shall report back when it arrives and is installed.

 

[Mitty1990]

Brando Ulta Clear imo are the best!

 

[cchernets12]

I got one off dealextreme for about 1$
when it comes in I will let you know how it works.

 

[OneStepAhead]

Why would you need a screen protector for the DHD? It has a Gorilla Glass screen!
I can't even imagine what will you have to do to scratch it!

glass can be scratched by sand. seen it happen many times.


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