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[Galaxy S II Accessories] lambstone:
Ouch. I feel your pain brother.

Sent from a Galaxy S 2 Far Away
[Galaxy S II Accessories] rommy667:
Imo you just gota use one not just for phone,but all portable devices :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] spywhite:
I bought it used, it came with the scratch and was water damaged. The previous owner was a younger guy, didn't look after it at all.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Ackerlight:
Which one provides the more cleaner look? Recently I dropped the one that came with my Pleomax Case and now I remembered that the screen looks awesome without the protector, so I'm looking for one that looks that isn't there :P.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] troffers:
I never used a screen protector before but I dropped my work phone on the screen (damn you Nokia) and it left a nasty scratch.

I bought a Martin Fields screen protector and its completely covered the scratch. They are so well made that I don't even know its on at all.

Awesome. Highly recommended

Sent from my GT-I9100
[Galaxy S II Accessories] dude0014:
Just bought 2 from ebay for a dollar lol. Clear and should do well. http://www.ebay.com/itm/170653220681
[Galaxy S II Accessories] coolmaxx:
I also got the 3M Vikuiti ADQC27 and am very pleased with it. Perfect fit; invisible and nicely antireflective. There is however, more resistance sliding your finger over the screen.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] SirM2X:
Just came back from a 5 day trip.

I've been protecting my SGS II with an SGP Ultra Crystal from day 1 since almost 6 months ago.

Always took good care of my SGS II... Now I realized a half centimeter scratch on the screen protector and I'm not even sure how it got scratched because I always keep my phone in a dedicated pocket and away from everything else.

All in all, I would like to say that you can never go wrong with SPs... Take this for granted from me :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Saisuay:
screen protector saved me from scratch from child. and no problem from my SP

+1
[Galaxy S II Accessories] alien45:
I'm using my phone for nearly 6months without a single scratch on it. It's not that I'm always careful with my phone and still no scratch! I don't see any point of using screen protector only to have slightly less responsive touch screen!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] troffers:
I've had a screen protector on for the last couple of months (I've already scratched my phone - by dropping my other one on it) and I cannot tell the difference with it on or off - seriously.

If you get a good one, such as SGP or Martin Fields, you won't even notice it ;)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Aerobotix:
Is sgp glass the same as gorilla glass? How thick is sgp glass? Does it adhere to the original screen? And does it fit with cases ?

Flashing your galaxy, press Y to continue..
[Galaxy S II Accessories] alien45:
Well, my left pocket is dedicated for the phone and I dropped the phone several times on the floor. Yet no scratch on the screen. It works for me without any screen protector, so why bother paying a penny extra? :-)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] troffers:
Well I thought exactly the same thing, why bother? I was always very careful with my phone - no change in the pocket, that sort of thing.

I was at work one day, picked up my work Nokia which slipped out of my hand and landed on my lovely new shiny GS2 and scratched the hell out of the screen. Not happy!

Believe me when I say that it's better to have one and never need it than scratching your phone and thinking "damn, I should have got a screen protector" :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] chrisjcks:
Yes... Absolutely!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] maaximal:
Just noticed, that I have 3-4 small long scratches beside my earpiece, where the screen protector doesn't reach....
[Galaxy S II Accessories] troffers:
Maybe get a different one? Mine fits it fine and covers the whole screen

Sent from my GT-I9100
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Skellyyy:
Have my phone for around 2 weeks now. In quite clumsy and I've dropped the phone a good 4-5 times already with no screen protector on and everything is still good. No screen protector. I don't think I'll ever use a screen protector, just don't like them. Even applying them is hassle.

If it cracks, I'll get over it and repair it. I'm a risk taker. ;)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] yurkennis:
Just posted a summary for this topic in Wiki:

http://xdaforums.com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S_II#Need_screen_protector.3F_Which.2C_if_so.3F

Please welcome to update it with your experiences.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ronlut:
I can tell you that I thought I don't need one but bought one after discovered a few little scratches I don't even know from what.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Berg_:
I would say that it depends on the user.

I use copter as screen protector and it works really well. But I just use it because i cant live with even a tiny little scratch on the screen:o
[Galaxy S II Accessories] adik82:
no need to buy screen protector for gorilla glass..i am also using my phone from last one year..not even a single scrach till now as the phone screen also goes unsmooth after putting up the screen protector.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jashy67:
I was one of those having a fully trust on Gorilla glass until i found few lilltle scratches while cleaning my screen. Have no clue how it happened since i was dam, careful aboutthe screen etc ... but they were there, right on my screen. So, gorilla glass is indeed awsome but its clearly not a 100% protection.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] wenklt:
I made my choice to get screen protector after saw friend's SGSII with badly scratched screen. I placed screen protector, now I see the damage on it which could possibly damaged phone screen without protector. I think it is necessary as you can place your phone near keys or sth. anytime or dropped it and so on.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] jashy67:
+1, i also see many damages on my screen protector which confirm the fact that using one is almost an obligation. Sure, you need some time to get used to your screen protector , but once its done, you feel petty no big difference.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] .-Lion-.:
Ive buyed my S2. I was happy. Without a screen protector....i cared so much trough gorilla glas....cleaned it very carefully and watched out for scratches but there was nothing no scratches BUT.....after two days i put it out of my pocket to play and look a little bit and then the sunshine showed me something that i get crazy.....

micro scratches....5 goddamn micro scratches....i thought wth...i sit down for 30 minutes and think about it how did this happen ? Shock of my phone life.

Thatswhy Screenprotector. If i buy a Smartphone i wont unpack it till i get the SP !

I can still see it now...5 micro scratches at my Gorilla glass.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] blackaholic:
I use screen protector for my S2, but to avoid oil from my fingers.

First time I didn't use any screen protector, but oil from my fingers made my screen looks bad :(
[Galaxy S II Accessories] TheSniperFan:
Gorilla Glass has little to no resistance when it comes to sand.

I had a bit of sand in my pocket with my phone and got scratches. Most probably from walking/moving.

A screen protector isn't expensive, so better safe than sorry.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Tool-kit:
Mistakes do happen, just have a screen protector on. If your car key scratches, you pull off plastic and put a new one. cost $5 instead of replacing glass for $150...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Houselegend:
Only Reason i would get a screen protector is to get a better picture on sunlight and no fingerprints ...

http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...amsung-galaxy-s2-screen-protector-series.html
[Galaxy S II Accessories] JJEgan:
Me i am biased as screen protector has just saved the day again .

jje
[Galaxy S II Accessories] DesertVelo:
The screen protectors do serve a purpose, even with Gorilla glass. Just do not go crazy with the expensive protectors... not worth the cost.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Goodix33:
I don't have any screen protection on my GS2 since I have It (7 month) and I don't have any scratch on the glass.

It may depends on how carreful is the owner of the phone. I'm a girl so my phone is in my bag separated from my keys... it may explain.

But I'm not sure about the back of the phone. It seems to be more sensitive.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] XDA-Noobie:
Well my cousin has been using his phone (GS2) for almost 6 months without ANY protection at all (No cases or covers and no screen protector), he doesn't cares about the cellphone at all and there's only like 2 or 3 scratches (Just light scratches) in the screen while the device itself is all scratched :D

So i would say it's pretty good.

On my side since day 1 i always had a case (Similar to Otterbox but by Trident) and a screen protector, my device still looks brand new . . . the only problem is the Home button, even being careful it gets microscopic scratches. ;)

BTW, a few days ago i purchased a SGP Ultra Clear for my GS2 and it's AWESOME. Recommended.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] alexanter the great:
all screens i have seen without screen protector has scraches.if you clean the screen and move the phone to the light you will see scraches.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] s00000000000ka:
Screen Protector always on.

;)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cez10:
very true, plus 99% of screen protectors is good quality so its hardly possible to tell its actually there. ive had my sgs2 for nearly a year now, and even though i am always being extra careful the screen protector still managed to get 1-2 scratches and id rather have those scratches on the protector than on the actuall screen :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] pileot:
I had my phone for about.... a week? without a screen protector. Now i have not one but several scratches. GorillaGlass my ass.

Use a screen protector or risk having scratched glass. It is, after all, just glass. Any bit of sand, dust, or whatever rubbing on the screen CAN scratch it. Theres a reason they say scratch resistant and not scratch proof.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] republicano:
get a screen protector, no harm if you have one on, my phone has several deep scratches,if you dont place your phone on hard objects or have a dedicated pocket,slot for your phone you should be fine.

i listen to music when outside working or doing the garden so i need it for protection from natural environments, i would recommend one, so when your out and about or in a hurry you dont have to worry about the screen when its in your pocket with other objects,coins etc.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] vee4410:
I think we need a screen protector. It comes in handy when you shove your phone

in your pocket with keys,coins etc.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] koolshubh:
Having a screen protector on S AMOLED is like raping the screen..
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Isadora:
Had the phone for about 11 months, no screen protector, rarely use a case - it usually goes in a separate pocket in my handbag or a coat pocket (but never with keys, coins, etc) - and I can't see any scratches.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] blade30p:
...

at the moment Im using a cheap (£1.90) Matt screen protector from fleabay, on my old HTC I was using the ZAGG full body protection, not only is the zagg 1 the easiest SP in the world to install, it looks cool & is guaranteed for life.

as someone said before £500 phone, £2 screen protector. no contest really is there :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Fenom186:
I've used a screen protector for almost a year and only recently took it off. I only ever put the phone in its own pocket so it has no damage at all. So far without the protector I have no damage and prefer the feel of the screen.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] shadowblade330:
I am currently using a matte screen protector and is impressed with it but I was just curious if there is a better one for anti glare cuz I still cant see my screen well under the sun.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superbeak:
Screenprotectors are ok,and they do prevent little scratches but I don't bother with them.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] rootingdestroyer:
no need for a screen protector. just search a few youtube videos searching 'sgs2 scratch test'. you'll see heaps of people trying to make a scratch. no one makes the smallest mark when displaying day-to-day use.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] buxz777:
hahaha

youve said that in a thread where people have had dust scratch their ss2 screens

dust contains many many particles , some of these particles are tougher then gorilla glass , so if a piece of dust lands on your screen and you wipe it clean you could indeed end up wiping a scratch into your screen just through dust
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RMonst3r:
I've gotten thin surface scratches on my device from pocket storage without any other objects.

With my sgs1 this would never happen.

I'm not too bothered though as you can only see them in bright lighting and if you're looking for them.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] beston94:
Why would this never happen with your sgs1?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] efkooo:
Gorilla Glass does its job perfectly but it is much better to put some 5$ screen protector and be careless :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] 052:
1 year, no protection, flawless display
[Galaxy S II Accessories] kurtis1:
i dont think so, i have had my s2 for almost a year now and i dont have a single scratch on the screen.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ibrahimz91:
i had mine for 7 months now with no screen sticker and it has no single scratch ! its anti scratches screen ;)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] NightSkylar:
I have a screen protector, but thats just me.

Always helps to have that extra bit of protection.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] zokimk79:
Which you use of this?

Ultra Crystal : Ultimate Clarity

Ultra Fine : Anti-Fingerprint

Ultra Oleophobic : Oil-Resistance

Ultra Optics : Anti-Fingerprint

What you recommend?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] TTLucian:
Anything can be scratched. Even Gorrila Glass... Better safe than sorry. The clear type screen shield is almost unnoticeable. The antiglare (semi-"matte") is ok (fingerprint resistant also) but it distorts the image quality.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Silesh.Nair:
I am using Zagg invisible shield. Very good. I have been using zagg for quite some time.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tutchthesky7:
Depends on what you do..

I have had many phones with gorilla glass and the screen protector saved it... so it really depends on what your doing.. my main hobby besides fauxing with my phone is longboarding.... i can only tell you how many times iv wiped out and had something in my pocket almost BREAK into my screen... but after removing the screen protector it was fine... ( atrix) and with my current phone ( galaxy s2) same thing happened without a screen protector on.. even the same items in my pocket ( loose change and a lighter ) my screen has a nice gash in it... so gorilla glass is usefull for mild scratching.. not gashes... if your prone to F***ing up hard..... get a screen protector.. theyre only $5-$30
[Galaxy S II Accessories] yurkennis:
My experience on this so far is:

1. Protective matte film by PocketNature (Russian brand for some Chinese production) applied from the day one became full of abrasion just after 2 months of careful usage.

2. After a single drop from ~1m to concrete-tile sidewalk, a piece of sand appeared _under_ the PocketNature film, and it left a tiny scratch on the Gorilla Glass.

3. SGP UltraClear is indeed very bright picture and responsive feeling (especially after PocketNature above)--but is a fingerprint magnet. Fingerprints are mostly visible when (a) screen is off, or (b) under a bright light--but not annoying in the evening light in a living room.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] newbZz:
Hit that screen with a car key a couple times, well not on purpose :D

dropped it twice and no scratch yet - love it :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sasukewa:
I noticed since putting a screen protector, it is much harder to clean the screen. The gorilla glass is far easier to clean.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ryderr:
hmm maybe i'm wrong at something, but why bothering about screen protectors if new glass costs ~10$?

just search at ebay for "samsung galaxy s ii glass" (can't post links yet)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] parental92:
just pickup anthing thats cheap on eaby . . it wont hurt to have 3 euro screen protector to protec our 300 euro ++ phone :P
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Janfi_FR:
Hello,

One reason of my choice for SGS2 was the gorilla glass.

But after some weeks I saw (very small) scratch on the screen. But it never was in contact with keys, coins or others things in my pocket.

I put Belkin protection film, and I'm happy with it. I hope I will use my phone several YEARS, it's an investment for me, so I prefer put some € (or $ ot whatever) to protect it.

To complete protection, I put a silicon case.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] koolshubh:
Screen protector on a Samoled screen is likee raping the screenn..

Click thanks if i am right..
[Galaxy S II Accessories] lambstone:
The choice of putting on a screen protector is like using a condom. Its preferable not to use one but you run the risk of catching something.

You may or may not get scratches but it sure beats the hell out of trying to replace the glass panel.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] MrDerrickC:
I'm in the same boat, bought a few protectors that weren't the cheapo ebay ones. Ended up throwing them all out because it was a pain to keep clean. So far I have had no scratches and I've had the phone since release.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RRhythmzxc:
I don't think so. Drop my phone flat on rock twice in a row. ( really unlucky) but nothing happen. No visible scratch, thus i say no :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Sergio60052:
gorilla glass isnt scratch free, it's just harder to scratch
[Galaxy S II Accessories] taylormoonz:
I've never used a screen protector on my SG2, and with my SG1 that I had one year the same, and never scratched
[Galaxy S II Accessories] darkneill:
A few good thing I learn from the famous siyah kernel thread is our beloved sgs2 doesn't need screen protector and it doesn't need to do battery calibration.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Keasby:
Don't think that we need a screen protector, dropped my s2 a few times unlucky, nothing happened to the screen.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Nabil99:
Of course you need one, i was thinking the same like a lot of people but discovered tiny scratches on the screen, it never fall,

with the cost of a screen protector, one shouldn't pass it
[Galaxy S II Accessories] pileot:
All i have to say in threads like this is my SGS2 has scratches on the screen, even with the gorilla glass.

When i worked retail our demo Atrix when it came out with gorilla glass.... lots of scuffs and scratches on the screen (we also treated it like crap because it was a demo phone)

The demo iPhone was the same thing.... Gorilla Glass and still scratched.

My personal iPod touch when it first came out with GG, got a scratch about a week after i got it.

Gorilla Glass is scratch RESISTANT, not scratch proof. All it takes is one little bit of grit or sand or whatever in your pocket to rub against the screen the wrong way and bam now you have a scratch.

Let anyone say what they want, i have first hand experience with GG scratching. I will always use a screen protector unless im OK with scratches on the screen.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] ferbulous:
I just applied one anyway, better to be safe than sorry.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] adaniel91:
i definitely think its a personal choice.

most screens nowadays are built to withstand most sources of scratching. but if you're like me and spent your hard earned money on your phone, another 10 bucks for a clear screen protector (which in my opinion does not reduce the quality of the colours) is just reassuring.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] A|ex:
For me a scratch or mark on the screen would annoy me so much, As someone siad the price of a screen protector is next to nothing compared to a new screen.

I would highly recommend having one, the screen scratches easily, someone might not notice it but others might or the scratches are only visible in the light. The screen protector is there for a reason and that is to protect. If you plan to sell the phone on at least you know the screen is in top condition.

You can get screen protectosr that can block uv / certain light and even privacy/ mirror for additional security.

Yes its down to personal preference but so are many other things in life.

Better to be safe than sorry.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tazer4:
Hell no man gorilla glass is the screen protector any additional protectors will just make your screen feel worse to touch and less responsive, not as clear of an image and other bad things. Trust me you dont need a screen protector on this phone, a nice case is good though I suggest Incipio NGP.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Jojotron:
i dont think you need one but why not.. its not that you'll notice it.

I have one just in case, and the protector isnt noticeable nor does it feel different
[Galaxy S II Accessories] hacktock:
It's scratch resistant so you won't need a screen protector if you're careful with it. However, if you drop it or leave it in your same pocket as your keys, etc, it'll probably get scratched.

I'm using mine without a case or screen protector.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] αкαѕнα:
why buy a fantastic phone with a fantastic Gorilla glass screen.. and ruin it totally with a cheap plastic shield...

Ok.. It's not bullet proof, and you could break it.. with or without that thin shield...

Just my 2 cent...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] kristan1988:
I don't have any screen protector atm, and we'll 0 problems here, crystal clear screen :)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] mansellkarl:
The SII may indeed have gorilla glass, but for peace of mind, i always put a screen protector on any new phone the moment it is out of the box, same applies for a protective case
[Galaxy S II Accessories] vbauer86:
I got my s2 since 1 year, and still no scratches without using any screen protector.

Unless you're a woman that puts the phone in her bag with keys and the other stuff I don't need any protectors for s2.

That's my opinion

Send from your mum's phone
[Galaxy S II Accessories] :
Just to add some input to this thread, I have been using my SGS2 without a screen protector since July of last year and I don't have a single scratch on it. The phone has fell from my hands onto concrete or rocky surfaces a few times and all I did was clean the screen. There wasn't a single scratch on the screen.

I keep the phone in my pocket with my earbuds but nothing else.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] speckledpig:
I 100% agree. I have had my SGS2 in my pocket with keys etc, dropped it a few times, no problems with the screen.

I have the Otterbox Commuter case (which is excellent) but did not use the screen protector that came with it.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] saywhatt:
You dont really need it.. But you know, just for the hell of it :P it comes free in cases anyway
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Lady_Chloe:
My bf gave me his iphone 4, he was wearing it in his pocket with keys, no scratches. I sold it after a few months, bought a SGS 2 (used for a year), no scratches on it either. I've tried a few screen protectors but they either felt horrible to the touch, degraded screen sharpness or both. So I say - unless you abuse your SGS 2, you don't need a screen protector.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] nitrounit:
for me the screen protector is more of a "finger slide helper" because sometimes the screen can get very stubborn to slide lol
[Galaxy S II Accessories] MikeYuse0406:
I use screen protectors on all of my devices. It makes me feel more protected. However, I've read in many threads that the Galaxy s2 glass is pretty tough to scratch.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] blk2dr:
I like the feel of the glass, the protectors annoy me. The theory seems great but cant get past the feel.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Spunkynitro:
I had a screen protector untill my phone fell facedown and some sand poked a hole in the protector resulting in an air bubble. I've now bought a leathercase
[Galaxy S II Accessories] GalaxyS2.:
The problem with screen protectors is that they can dim the screen so I never use them