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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] alanid:
I got my XO skin on Friday. Installed it using the instructions provided. Had a couple of bubbles that disappeared over the weekend but I had these awful streaks at bottom half of the skin that made all text look really bad. It looked nothing like any of the pics I've seen in this thread or other ones I researched before getting the skin. I'm pretty sure the skin was defective because the skin was pretty much set.

Anyway, I ripped it off this morning because I couldn't stand it. I contacted customer service and within an hour they said they are shipping me a replacement. Pretty impressed with their support and hopefuly the second time around works better, because that first skin was just terrible.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
Yeah, some haze is normal, if there are streaks after a few days, that sounds like a defect. They have been really good about taking care of folks.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
After 48 hours all bubbles are gone, all haze is gone and the skin is barely even visible on the screen, this truly is the best skin I've ever used! Already used to the feel of it, not as rubbery as I'd even imagined, doesn't affect the functionality or beautiful screen clarity one bit. Extremely satisfied!

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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] styxx:
Got mine yesterday and applied in the evening. Dried very nicely by the morning, almost unnoticeable, fits perfectly. The only change (as others describe previously) is a bit of rubbery feel. Thats all. I wish I applied it before I got my deep scratch.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AdrianE46:
I received this skin a few days ago and immediately installed it. On the account of me being an idiot, naturally I got a speck of dust stuck under it. Although it's tiny and others don't even notice it I hate it. Other than my incompetence the skin is great. Most people didn't even notice I had a skin on. Very clear, very nice indeed. There is a slight rubbery feel but I don't mind it. Don't put too much pressure on your finger when using the touchscreen and you can hardly notice it. Overall very pleased with it, but I may order a replacement because if that speck of dust.

A fiend of mine ordered one for his iPhone 4 and let me apply it. If course i installed that over perfectly and there's almost no way to tell it's there other than touching the screen. Absolutely faultless.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Nice pics, I added them to the start of the thread.. What kind of headphones are those in the background?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Glad I could help bro, they are Studio Beats by Dre

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Did it fill in the deep scratch at all?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FlareHeart:
Wow! Thanks for posting this! I used to have a Zagg but hated it due to the wonky texture and the fact that it obscured the clarity of my screen.

I've been looking for a good Zagg competitor!

(OP has been Thanks-buttoned!)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vanhate:
Just ordered one. I'll post pics once I have it on my phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Thanks for the thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
I'm not sure if I have messed it up - 8 hours after installing it, I get these HUGE air bubbles all over the screen that makes it appear bumpy. :(

Update: The big bubbles are all gone after 36 hours. There are only 4 small ones left. I love its cutting and texture. Glad that I didn't let Zagg destroy my confidence in all wet protectors.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SovereigN7:
I think it should be fine. Just let it sit without being bothered too much for 2 days or so.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Looks like a little solution got left, just let them dry out. Don't force them out, they will go away, you can also leave it near a heating vent to help dry it out faster.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
Thanks for the advice. Ya one thing that I've learnt about the wet screen protector is never squeegee it after it starts drying or, it will be overstretched and left with the unsightly orange peel effect. :(
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] eddie_gordo:
Mine was the same and now (after 3 days) I just have a little bubble that isn't dry yet, but it will dry... Don't worry, that will be fine.. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dnguyen1988:
Just ordered some they should get here in a few days. Hopefully I can get it to look as good as some of y'all have.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jlczl:
I'm not sure if I wasn't patient enough but mine looked terrible and was lifting on 3 of the 4 corners so I ripped it off. Wondering if they'll send me another due to a bad install?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DynamicRam:
Guys another coupons

sprintusers $3.00 off

retailmenotxo 15% off
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
I would email them first.

You could always claim your lifetime warranty or ask for a refund if things didn't turn out well. You just need to pay the shipping.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
They sent me a replacement in the mail I didn't decide to use, I'd be willing to let it go for $10 if they aren't willing to replace yours.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mezzyg:
sprintxo is the best coupon 30% percent off
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DynamicRam:
yea but it can only be used twice
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Highfive o/:
Received my XO skin yesterday, installed it and is very happy.

Was less rubbery feeling then i expected to be honest. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Definitely, I like the feel more than the bare screen itself now that I've become accustomed to using it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] predation:
has the bottom-part-being-short issue been resolved???

been off this thread for a bit....
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Seems as that those who were reporting this received a case-fit, XOSkins sent out replacements for all those who received the wrong fit.

I ordered an edge-to-edge and it fit beautiful as the pictures 2-3 pages back note.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] predation:
yeah that is the thing.

i had the problem and let xo skins know.

they sent out a replacement but that replacement had the same issues.

Maybe i had bad luck and got two case-fits in a row??? i had originally ordered

the non-case fit version.

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yeah looking at your post, it does look like they fixed the issue.

looks like i'll be ordering again. lol.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
There are 2 different cuttings for GNex?

Out of curiosity, how short is the other one?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
Definitely, mine was flawless bro

Not much shorter, just designed for cases that come around the front edges of the phone so that it doesn't overlap & rub
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jlczl:
I don't know why I never learn that nothing looks as great as a bare, protector-less screen. Screen protectors are for people who don't have OCD like me. I get lulled into believing that "such and such" protector is unlike any other I've tried and this one really looks just as good as having a naked screen. So many good comments and reviews so I decide this one will be the one........only to end up peeling it off after a few days because I can't stand the speck of dust, the water spot, the fingerprint smudge, the lifted corner, the imperfect shape or design or the miniscule piece of lint that wasn't there the day before but somehow got in there now.

NO NO NO, NEVER AGAIN WILL I TRY ANOTHER SP.............. until I read another 100 post thread raving about the next great thing. ;-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] agligoros:
just order mine a couple hours ago.:D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dcoy82:
Got my case fit in and put it on last night. Overall the application was about the same as other's. This morning the case overall looks very good except for several water spots that have not gone away and look like huge air bubbles. Hopefully they will disappear over the next couple of days because they are very annoying :rolleyes:

The film also has a very sticky feeling that I'm hoping will go away or I'll be peeling it off. Every other screen protector I've used usually is a little slick, but man this thing is sticky!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
Mine started with many HUGE bubbles all over the screen (I didn't squeegee the solution out because I was afraid of burnt marks) and they are completely gone now. It won't be tacky too after a few days though I did wipe it with moist cloth to get rid of the solution residue.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
As he stated... Just leave them alone, they will go away over the course of 24-48 hours.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dcoy82:
Got'cha, thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Wolfeman0101:
How hard is it to install? Easier than Zagg or about the same?

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Also I found a 30% off coupon that works.

SPRINTXO
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sway40:
I can tell you haven't read this thread at all by your entire post.

~ Sent from my GNexus running Aokp~
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Wolfeman0101:
I read the first couple pages, 50 is a lot of pages to read.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BLAQK ROXSTAR:
It's easy to install, just follow the directions that come with it. After a couple of hours all cloudiness and bubbles were gone. This the best looking screen protector I have ever used.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rasinell:
As i said in my review of these in the screenprotector poll thread...

Ive tried martin fields, zagg and tonnes of ebay/phone shop cheap ones.. nothing comes close, just as perfect as not having one.. only youre protected. Wouldnt recommend anything else now
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Mwinggg:
i just received this, and currently have martin fields installed, do u think i should ditch the martin field? how bad is the rubbery feel compared to screen protectors that are dry applied?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] GunnerMC:
I received a second skin after i had the rainbow effect, i installed it and i still have a grainy rainbow effect, i think i'm gonna leave my skin naked. What's the point of having a HD screen if you hide it with some bad products just to protect it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dnguyen1988:
How is it grainy that's weird. How long are you waiting? I applied mine before going to bed Friday night, woke up and there were a ton of bubbles Saturday morning. As the day went on bubbles started disappearing and this morning screen looks flawless. Definitely best screen protector and I've tried them all.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rasinell:
Martin fields was ok but peeled around the edges and a magnet for finger prints.

XO has a very, very slight rubbery feel at first but goes really quick. Also there is absolutley no rainbow effect on mine. Id try it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
You are either really unlucky or you just didn't let it dry completely.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jlczl:
More than likely those who say it's perfect are just not that nitpicky.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SovereigN7:
Would is be worth it to switch to martin fields from XO? I still cant get used to the rubbery feeling and it feels like the screen is dirty. I do like the dry app protectors because they're mostly matte finish; smooth and martin fields are known to be clear. Also, do you happen to have a case? If so, wouldn't the case cover over the edges?

Cheers!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rfvgyhn:
How does this skin compare to Skinomi skins? I have a Skinomi on my TP and like it. Just curious if there are advantages to either.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DynamicRam:
Skinomi is really a good value for money

pros over XO :

1- cheaper almost half the price (6.95$ at amazon)

2- better cut (you get an opening for the speaker , one for the sensors and one for the camera)

3- feels the same as xo skins

Cons :

1- xo skins has less orange peel (skinomi has much less peel than zagg)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
I'm not saying it's perfect but the closest to it.

Of course the screen will look the best without any protector or why would the manufacturers stick to glass.

Then we have protectors made of glass - putting glass on top to protect glass. lol. But even that has its tradeoff. There will always be tradeoffs so it really depends on what you could tolerate.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Mwinggg:
so i got edge to edge version, will diztronic lift the edge?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sway40:
Yes

~ Sent from my GNexus running Aokp~
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
If your case hovers over or touches the glass, order a case fit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Have you actually used a XO Skin? I ask because comment 2. XO has a cutout for the speaker, sensor, and camera. The only difference I have seen is XO doesnt have orange peel
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DynamicRam:
Yes i have it installed right now

i meant in xo the cutout is for the speaker and the sensors together while in skinomi there are three holes which looks better and good for alignment

i tried the sgp flex - skinomi - xo skins

xo skins has the least orange peel and the best clarity but it is the most expensive
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] :
XO Skins >>>

I've been using mine for a week and wouldn't recommend any other skin. The rubbery feel has virtually gone away and I love touching the film on the screen when I use the phone, it feels so nice :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] IIIPowerIII:
I ordered a Martin field to replace my XO skin. I can't wait to test it to see if it's gonna be better
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mwalt2:
Disregard 1234
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jikenda:
I installed my XO Skin on my GNex a few days ago and all air bubbles are gone and it looks great. I do not mind the feel at all as it is nowhere near as rubbery as others I've had. I'm using it with a Otterbox Commuter case and love it.

I just ordered another XO for my wife's Kindle Fire as well.

Just my 2 pennies.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] SovereigN7:
That's fantastic, let me know how well that goes for you! :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
Cleaned up nice ;-)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] T4rd:
I just installed my XO skin yesterday based on all the positive feedback here. I must say that it's worlds better than the Zagg I had on my OG Droid before this phone. The orange peel on the Zagg is atrocious compared to this and this skin isn't grippy at all comparatively. I'm extremely satisfied.

I did somehow get a very small piece of debris under the skin it seems though. It's not to far from the side of the phone, so I'm wondering if it would be worth it to peel back some of the skin and re-apply it. But I'm afraid that the skin won't re-adhere. Has anyone tried this yet? It's perfect otherwise, no air bubbles or haze even after 12 hours of settling. Though I did sit it in front of my space heater on low for a short time after applying it (not directly in front of it, about a foot or so away so it didn't get too warm) to help it dry out faster.

TIA :).
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] predation:
Don't peel back. You said 12 hrs have passed. You'll end up just stretching the skin.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] T4rd:
Yeah, I figured as much. Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Clear up for ya?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
As long as the skin is aligned well, DO NOT force bubbles out once it starts drying.

I didn't even squeegee it; just sprayed water and slid it into place. The first day is pretty scary (I uploaded a photo a few pages back), got huge bubbles all over the screen. But they started to disappear soon and by the 3rd day, everything was gone and it looks as if nothing was on top.

Just don't force anything out when it starts to dry, you will end up with burnt marks/orange peel effect.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
I squeegeed mine, but you are right, as long as you are patient and leave it, they cure out just fine.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] noel_leon:
I would love to get this for my SGN, but I'm not paying $35 for shipping xD. I guess I'll just live without this wonderful screen protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BlackDino:
how is it $35?

I ordered to canada and it cost $2
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] noel_leon:
I just found out why. Google checkout has an issue giving the right shipping options for some if not most European countries, so it ends up asking $35 for shipping. The problem is not present on Paypal, so I bought it through them instead.

Now I am looking forward to getting it. I hope it's easier and better than the ZAGG invisibleshield. The orange peel was horrible on all my devices with that product.

Edit: I used coupon SPRINTXO and got a $4.04 off on my XO SGN screen protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
Google Checkout worked for local... must just be an international issue.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Nihility86:
So I got my skin last Tuesday and stated to apply it. Everything went great till the end. I apparent got a few scratch marks on the screen. I figured that, hey at least it isn't the actual screen but the skin. then after the 12 hour dying process I noticed it being hazy and not going away. should I just cut myn losses and get another?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
Give it a few more days. Sometimes it takes 48+ hours to dry out. The lil scratches on the protector go away as well
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Guto ViP:
Nearly three months waiting and nothing on my screen protector get my hands on. Now my Galaxy Nexus is with small scratches on the screen ... :(

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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sway40:
Lost in mail maybe, email then they'll send you another.

~ Sent from my GNexus running Aokp~
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] neoxz:
I had the same problem with you. they sent replacement without tracking code, and none of them arrived. And also they just dont care.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
That LN number is a customs tracking number. You should try calling your local customs office and see if they are holding it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] under999:
I installed my XO skin over the weekend and I still have some bubbles. Will they go away or do I need to get a replacement?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xl DIGITAL lx:
How long has it been since you installed it? Took about 24 hours for mine to go away.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
Does anyone know what's the solution used for application? Can I just fill the bottle up with water since I have a little left?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] under999:
it has been over 48 hours.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] xl DIGITAL lx:
Yeah, I think it should have been gone by now. Try getting an exchange or replacement?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MilkPudding:
It depends how much solution was trapped under the skin when he applied it. I didn't use the squeegee at all so the protector is only completely dried after 5 days.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
It's just water and soap. Fill it up with more water you should be fine. I use it to clean the phone. You can just add a drop of soap and fill it with more water.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
You could try sticking it near a heat vent. If they still don't go away, I would contact their customer service. They are really good.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Unlawful:
WHAT IS THIS!

How hilarious, they sent me an iPhone screen protector rather than a Nexus protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jcdisciple:
It's a sign. :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] trilogee:
Can anyone tell me how long I have to wait before I can start touching the screen again. I applied last night and let it dry while I slept. There`s been a massive reduction in the bubbles but there are still 10 or so little ones scattered around the screen.

I assume I shouldnt be pressing these bubbles in, but can I use the phone normally? Or should I just leave it till the bubbles are completely evacuated?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
Don't force them out. They will dry, just be patient
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
HAHA! Well looks like you got a birthday present on hand to give away now.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BrianMigs:
I currently have a Diztronic TPU case on my GN. Does anybody else here have this same case and are using the XO screen protector? I'm interested in buying one and I would prefer to know whether or not it's necessary to order the "case fit" as I would prefer not to see any sort of unprotected gap between screen protector and my case. I also have one tiny little scratch on my phone all ready, does the XO skin really help to fill that in? Thanks for any help!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] troubleshot:
Yes it will hide the scratch their video shows that.

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Since the diztronik case touches the glass get the case fit and you'll be set.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] BrianMigs:
Thanks! I had seen the video, but I just wanted to make sure it wasn't advertising magic is all.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Attrition:
I have the case and ordered XO last week; it should arrive soon, I will let you know.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Zomb!e:
I have a Diztronic v2 and a XO edge to edge fit and everything is fine. I have no peeling on the edges of the screen where the case touches it. I'm not sure if it's due to me having the 2nd version of the Diztronic, or the fact that I let the XO skin dry for 24 hours before I put the case back on.

On a side note XO is easily the best screen protector I've ever used on any phone. Been through a ton of different protectors and a ton of phones and nothing comes close to XO. I previously had a Phantom Skinz and SGP Flex protectors on the GNex and the difference is night and day.

You'll be fine if you use your phone normally. Just don't try to force the bubbles out purposefully and I'd recommend not putting a case on it that touches the screen unless you absolutely need to.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] OrangeFever:
Damn you xda! I've never noticed the Orange Peel texture until I read the review for this. I pulled the trigger and ordered a case-optimized skin to work with my recently purchased Androidifed case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Unlawful:
But my Nexus is still vulnerable to the extremities of my pocket :(
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] musashiken:
I decided to remove my XO skin after a month of usage.

Perhaps it's my first wet install or because of the humid climate I'm living in, but I still get orange peel despite what many claimed. The orange peel is not as obvious as some pictures on the net but under certain light you can see wriggly lines and creases all over the screen.

And I absolutely hated the rubber feel of the XO skin. I tried to live with it but playing certain games gets tiring when your thumb or finger is meeting resistance while sliding.

The good thing about it is that it does cover up much of the whole screen.

Anyway I'm now using a Clarivue clear screen protector and I definitely do not miss the orange peel of the XO skin.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DynamicRam:
xo skins definitely has orange peel but it is the least you can get in a wet applied protector
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jumphouse:
Thanks for the coupon code: SPRINTXO

It worked great. I even thought about getting my parents a few covers for their phones... but then decided to be cheap. :p
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vomer:
stuck on "processing" since yesterday....
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] noel_leon:
It took about a week for the skin to travel to Oslo, Norway. Pretty good.

The install was like any other wet install I have done. Not shocking, but good info none the less.

I had no bubbles or dust after install, but it started bubbling a little after an hour or so. Posting an update after a couple of days.

The rubber feel is still better than other protectors made of the same material. This is most likely just me not being as picky as I used to be, but it's with mentioning.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stretched:
I don't see ANY orange peel on mine. I know if you get bubble and try to force them out it can wrinkle. I shared this a while back, may help for those unsure of the difference.