Review: Easy to install. Kindle Fire loses crisp text.
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 12 30, 2013
I got this on a half-price deal (I paid $7.49), and I'm really glad I didn't pay full price.Pros:The protector was SO EASY to install! I've installed covers on many other items, including Kindle Fire HD, and this was by far the easiest to install.It actually FITS the Kindle Fire! As I mentioned, I've put protectors on Kindle Fire HD, and some of those did not fit well, leaving the cover skewed. THIS does not do that!This screen protector does not interfere with the cover I have (Marware Eco-Vue "snap" type cover).My Kindle Fire is over a year old, has never had a screen cover, and still-- this has no bubbles. This is probably a testament to the Kindle's actual screen, but it's still impressive that the cover just slipped on.Helps diminish glare of lights.Cons:The first thing I noticed was a loss in screen crispness. One of the things I absolutely LOVE about my Kindle Fire is how clear the images are, even on books. This screen protector interferes with that, especially with the books. I kept thinking that there was a film on the cover that I should have removed (I even lifted a corner several times, trying to find it). Maybe this is because of the "matte" finish?Overall, the pros outweigh the cons.... for the price that I paid. If I had paid full price (~$15), I would be asking for a refund.