[Eee Pad Transformer Accessories] jyams:
I got interested in tablets in early 2011. Started with a Nook Color and modded it numerous times with custom ROMS. Progressed through a Viewsonic Gtablet, then an Acer A500, and now the Asus Transformer (the best!!). I have installed screen protectors on all these tablets, needed or not. I used the Acer A500 without one for awhile. It has Gorilla Glass (as the Asus TF101 does also) and I never had any problems with scratching it. For the most part I have used the dry apply static-type screen protectors. With the TF101 I decided to try a wet-apply, ala the Skinomi. I first ordered Skinomi's "DryTech" version. Skinomi originally sent the wet version by error. When notified they immediately sent the dry apply version (Their customer service is great although their order fulfillment is error prone and careless). I tried the dry apply version and I advise anyone to avoid this technique. It seems to me that the dry-apply version is really a wet-apply they say "can be" applied dry. Well, let me tell you that it is impossible to apply this screen protector. The adhesive is very sticky and makes it impossible to re-position after first laying it on the screen. After about 5 minutes I removed it and promptly threw it in the trash. Skinomi either sent me the wrong version and said it could be applied dry or this "dry-tech" technology is really impossible to apply to any degree of satisfaction.

However, to Skinomi's credit, I am a fan of their wet-apply screen protector. I also use the Skinomi Carbon Fiber skin and love it. The skin also comes with a wet-apply screen protector in the kit. After trashing the dry-tech version I decided to try the wet-apply. I watched several YouTube videos on how to apply (I recommend you watch this specific video and follow. It will make your application go very well). Basically, liberally applying the wet spray to your hands, the bare TF screen, the apply-side of the screen protector and the exposed side made this a fairly easy install. Once applied, all the spray makes it easy to position the protector. Using the two camera holes as a guide I got it positioned perfectly almost immediately. I then wrapped the squeegee with the microfiber cloth and began to smooth out and squeegee out the air bubbles wiping off the excess moisture at the edges constantly with another microfiber cloth (Walmart brand). The YouTube video was very helpful as it advocated a repetitive process of smoothing out the application by constantly going over the surface with the squeegee working from the center to the edge. After about 10 minutes of doing this, I had no big bubbles and a nice smooth surface. Of course there were plenty of micro bubbles and some imperfections. However, the documentation said that given 2-3 days, all of these would disappear. Lastly, I took a dry microfiber cloth and wiped down all the edges one last time removing any residual moisture, then carefully wiped down the protector surface one last time with just the cloth and not the squeegee being careful not to move move the protector. However, I found that by this time it was very firmly adhered already and there was no danger in sliding it off center.

Then, believing it to be important to let everything dry and settle, I put the tablet away on a closet shelf exposed to the air. I did not look at it for 48 hours. When I retrieved it after two days I was shocked at what I saw. The screen with its new protector was PRISTINE!! No bubbles, no imperfections, crystal clear and smooth. I powered up the TF101 and the screen was beautiful. I am so impressed with this screen protector and the technique to apply.

Since then (one week later), I have found the screen to be a bit less sensitive but it's really not a problem (EDIT: Sensitivity is good now, no difference from stock without protector. Use attached App - TouchscreenBooster.apk - to really improve your screen touch sensitivity!!). Probably most people would not even notice it. The screen protector seems to get easier to do finger swipes every day. I am convinced that this plastic film has to "cure" out, meaning it takes something like a week for all the moisture to totally dry out.

Also, be advised that this film is "soft" in that the slightest thing will leave an impression. Example, sometimes I leave my microfiber cloth covering the keys and close the hinge (like a laptop closed) at night. The next morning when I open up the Tablet/keyboard, the screen has an imprint of the microfiber cloth. After about 4 hours it goes away meaning that the imprinted image smooths itself out. I read on the BestBuy site that the ZAGG screen protector "heals itself" meaning that surface "dents" and maybe scratches eventually go away. This Skinomi wet-apply is the same way. In fact, after watching some videos of folks applying the ZAGG version I am convinced that the Skinomi and ZAGG screen protectors are basically the same product.

If you watch the YouTube videos on applying this screen protector I am a proponent of a DIY application. You can do it! If you want a screen protector for your TF101, then I recommend the Skinomi wet-apply. It does reduce finger prints and when applied properly is invisible. I am very satisfied with this product.