yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] drknezz:
So it is useless putting an ordinary screen protector on over the top of the glass or is that a bit over the top because I would assume the glass is prone to scratches just like the actual phone's glass over time.

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aznknightz17:
lol i was thinking of doing that but thats a bit overkill. :p

I can see some minute scratches but I dont care about those. Once I cant stand it anymore I'll replace the screen protector. :D
[Galaxy S III Accessories] prophetx2:
anyone have pics of the white protector over the blue?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] tkbredx:
I'm still naked but I'm considering getting this or the xgear. Any comparisons?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] raiderep:
Do you have a pebble blue phone? If so pics would be sweet!

Sent from my SPH-L710
[Galaxy S III Accessories] MisterW00DS:
I have a white SGS3 sorry.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] raiderep:
No worries...just wondering because I like white and I have the white commuter.

Sent from my SPH-L710
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Breezer23:
How??
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mailliw320:
Does the Urban Armor case fit with the GLAS.t?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
The xgear can't compare to this. The Glas for sure. It's a bit pricey but worth it

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They sent a note in the box saying one of every three customers who order from them get a free Modello case so I guess I was that lucky one
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Moricon:
I like my xgear. Also if you want blue they are the only game in town.

There are threads on both. People complain about the dots on the xgear but I don't even see them. Ymmv. Good luck.

Oh and for the record I am using a white protector on a white phone.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] spicydicy:
I just ordered a Modello Case as well as an Air Case for my GS3! I should have waited a day and ordered one of these as well. Damn. Well i look forward to seeing pictures of it installed.

I have a white OB Commuter, and White 32gb, so i look forward to seeing what the combo looks like!

Any and all info you guys can share is always appreciated!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] redsoxticket:
The home button flush with the screen protector at the cut out area?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Yea. Theres a sticker you put at the home button to try to help with that but it doesn't do me any good. I ordered one of those aluminum home buttons to see if that would help
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kevindd992002:
You mean with the glas.t not being flushed with the home button it is hard to depress it?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dbow32:
I have the xgear one. Honestly, the dots don't bug me... the one thing that I do hate about it is how the home button is recessed. Doesn't this have a cut out that raises the home button? I might have to buy this one and Chuck the xgear
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ehaze:
what does a replacement screen (gorilla glass) cost?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] gingson:
I also liked the xGear and the dots did not bother me at all. My biggest problem with all the screen protectors, wet or dry applications, was the lint tend to adhere around the edges. Collection of lint will eventually cause loss of adhesion around the edges. I must have the "lintiest" pockets in the world as I seem to be the only one having this problem.lol.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] d1ez3:
So what exactly is the advantage of this over a normal screen protector? Does it provide much better protection against cracking/scratching ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
It is glass, so it feels like glass.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dbow32:
This is the first glass protector I've ever used. I'll never go back to those cheap plastic ones. They scratch so easy and since I'm weird about my screen being perfect. I'm always replacing them. The fingerprints don't show on this one like the plastic ones. Like I said, the only thing that I don't like is that my home button is recessed.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jtg007:
Hey! Mine came too!

I'll post some better pics later...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Hey finally someone with white on the blue S3. Looks pretty good actually
[Galaxy S III Accessories] wera750:
So is screen sensitivity really an issue? Any Swype users?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
I only skimmed this thread. So if someone already said this, I apologize. Anyway, this is not the GLAS.t screen protector. This is the GLAS screen protector. There's a big difference. This screen protector is not an edge-to-edge protector and only has adhesive around the edges where it's painted. The GLAS.t protector is 100% transparent with no paint and has adhesive covering the entire bottom. The GLAS.t protectors are significantly more expensive and difficult to install; but yield better results. It's often very difficult to even detect the presence of a GLAS.t protector once installed. In comparison, this one sticks out like a sore thumb. There may never be a GLAS.t for the SGS3, but it's still a better design.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] hypertek:
Here is another white on blue http://rootzwiki.com/topic/33759-spigen-glast-screen-protector-now-available/

Looks pretty good. Kinda wish i went to order that instead of the glasszone from korea on ebay that I will have to wait weeks for.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mbh87:
Shipping from Korea only takes about a week if you are in the states. Not nearly as bad as if it were shipping from China/Hong Kong.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Alamein 300:
Can anyone inform us on how they think cases like the otterbox defender would work with these? Would this be an issue of just cutting out the existing otterbox screen protector? Or are certain cases like the otterbox not going to fit it anymore once this is on the phone?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kevindd992002:
Is there no way to fix this recessed home button problem?

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This was already answered a few pages back.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bboyimpact33:
Where can you get the gals.t from?? Really looking forward :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Greatbape:
Anyone have this installed with an aluminum bumper? Seems it might make the phone to thick for a metal bumper.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] eatonjb:
anyone here when the blue is coming.. it says soon..
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mmorabe:
I have this installed and honestly the sensitivity issues are a major problem.

It is easy to mistype over and over unless you tap firm on the screen. Swiping around is laggy and also makes you sometimes tap something on accident.

I would wait for them to fix the issues before ordering one. :(
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Alamein 300:
The Otterbox Commuter was mentioned, I am asking about the Defender. The Defender has 2 tabs on the plastic protector that would otherwise interfere with this it seems. Might be a simple case of someone just taking a file to it and backing the plastic inner edge down to where it needs to be. Again, I was just wondering if anyone has already either addressed this issue or found a work around.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] wera750:
Sending Spigen a link to this thread
[Galaxy S III Accessories] MisterW00DS:
I'm having the same exact issues right now. Everything else works fine with the glas on I only have issues when using any type of swype-like keyboard. I contacted spigen about the issue and I'm waiting to hear back from them.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Waiting to hear back as well
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kevindd992002:
I guess they rushed the manufacturing process of the GLASS for the S3.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] hypertek:
I emailed them on ebay asking if blue or even black would be availible.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] eatonjb:
not sure what Glass has to do with white.

my question, why not just make one 100% clear?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
The GLAS.t protectors ARE 100% clear. The regular GLAS screen protectors are the funky ones with paint and adhesive only along the sides. Unfortunately, there isn't a GLAS.t protector for the SGS3 yet.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] eatonjb:
Wait. What? What is this product we are talking about? This is the one I want. But it's white. I just want something that has NO paint on it at all just clear all the way thu? Do they have that, did I miss something here?

== Yea.. I tapped that!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kevindd992002:
Why can't they make a GLAS.t for the S3?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] fiendskillz:
I too contacted them letting them know about the sensitivity issue, i have yet to hear back from them

- John Q
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Thats what I was wondering. they're both in the same price range.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
I think it's the curve, they are trying to hide the adhesive and bubble up due to the curve screen.

I was going to purchase the tgfilm glass screen protector just a few days ago, it's all clear, but didn't have full coverage, and in fact it was extra small, 4mm off the side, and the edge of the glass sit' right in the middle of the two cap button.

And quality is very bad.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
From what i seen on mine it doesn't reach to the curved part of the screen. But yet again, I didn't install mine correctly lol
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
So everyone is having trouble with sensitivity? Maybe I should just go swap out my zagg HD and send this back when it comes in.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Eh you get used to it after a while. I only notice it when I'm typing very quickly. I also switched keyboards which seemed to help a lot for me at least. If I was you, I'd wait to see what Spigen says to us
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
I might. I hate my Zagg HD. Have hated it for a while now. It was never put on right, that's what I get for not doing it myself. I use Swype though, if it causes that to be unusable I won't keep it probably.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
I don't use swipe but I'm sure it would cause issues with it. I have issues doing the swipe to capture screen shot feature. I need to press down hard n swipe it about 3 times to get it to register.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] littleguevara:
+1 super annoying i ended up taking it off, waste of $40

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I contacted them also last weekend but have yet to receive a response
[Galaxy S III Accessories] fiendskillz:
yeah i said to them clearly it was the protector issue as i had their ultra clear before applying it and had no issues with sensitivity
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
Do they not accept returns? I know that on Amazon it is a requirement. That was why I bought from Amazon. If it does have sensitivity issues I'll wait for a response, if nothing, I will send it back marked defective.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jal3223:
If you would, chime back in when you receive it. I'm really curious about these.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] blackdragoon:
nm, found my answer
[Galaxy S III Accessories] littleguevara:
glad you all like my phone :p

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Just got a response from them...

On Wed, Sep 12, 2012 at 2:31 PM, <info@spigen.com> wrote:

Dear Che,

I do understand,

And I will continue assisting you with this matter.

However, because the product has been released not too long ago, we do not have that much information in regards to the loss of sensitivity for now.

But we are working currently to figure out if this is an isolated case or if there are other issues.

We do ask for your patience at this time until we test and discover anything new about this issue from our facilities.

Thank you again, I will be contacting you again soon.

- Michelle, SPIGEN SGP

I linked them to this thread :p
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
So nobody has heard back from SGP?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
Just above your post:

Just got a response from them...

On Wed, Sep 12, 2012 at 2:31 PM, <info@spigen.com> wrote:

Dear Che,

I do understand,

And I will continue assisting you with this matter.

However, because the product has been released not too long ago, we do not have that much information in regards to the loss of sensitivity for now.

But we are working currently to figure out if this is an isolated case or if there are other issues.

We do ask for your patience at this time until we test and discover anything new about this issue from our facilities.

Thank you again, I will be contacting you again soon.

- Michelle, SPIGEN SGP

Got a coupon code for your protector?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
at least someone got an answer. I wonder how long it will take to come up with a solution
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
No coupon code, but it is $5 cheaper than SGP
[Galaxy S III Accessories] lynseyw:
I installed mine today, and it works great. I don't notice any sensitivity issues at all. Seems perfect. I use the Belkin grip sheer and it looks great with the new protector.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] smoothiex:
What? The glass t is on the spigen site now, there is no glass screen protector on there only glas.t

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I had a thought, those that have sensitivity issues are you using a case along with the glass.t?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] asjdwf:
They only offer the GLAS for the S3 not the GLAS.T I was wanting a glass screen protector for mine but went with Ghost Armor until I can find something suitable.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] smoothiex:
But then why do they label the product as glass.t?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] miaan:
What a waste of money
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
Again, there is no "GLAS.t" screen protector for the SGS3. There is only the "GLAS" screen protector being discussed here. Next time, look closely and actually read the product names on the site. Nowhere on the site is a "GLAS.t" protector offered for the SGS3.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] eatonjb:
Title

I see a ".t" in there.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
Well. Now we've established that you can read. Can you click a link?

http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...ector-glas-premium-tempered-glass-series.html

Just because everybody mistakenly calls it the "GLAS.t" protector doesn't make it so. Like I told the last person, try actually reading the product name on Spigen's site. There is no "GLAS.t" for the SGS3. The product this thread is about is the "GLAS". Even the OP got it wrong. Take care now.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] eatonjb:
uggg. I was pointing out that people are looking at this thread because of the title of the thread. inherently, thats what they expect. Mass confusion starts with a failed title. Yes, I can read, and I know that there is not "t" protector. but its kinda deceptive, and thats the problem right there.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
Well then, that's not quite so bad; but it is why I keep saying that there is no GLAS.t for the SGS3. Even though I would much prefer one.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
I find it funny how SGP hasn't approved of any reviews yet. Seems like they don't allow anything other than 4+ stars.

BTW- What's the difference between GLAS and GLAS.t?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Mister_Mxyzptlk:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=31394782
[Galaxy S III Accessories] smoothiex:
Well the site is somewhat misleading, it says Glas Tempered which could indicate Glas.t right? Anyways I have decided to get the Spectre from XGear now once they have the revised version without the dots and without the sensor issue.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
I finally got mine today and I do notice the problem, it is really annoying typing or playing games due to control stopping randomly and keys not registering. Especially if I decide to take screenshot... it's almost impossible to take it without having to press down my palm into the screen and swiping... I sent an email to manufacture about this issue and links to this threads hoping to hear from the in couple days.

I love the protection it offers... but wish it worked as good as iphone's Glas.t series. They simply had to put adhesive on entire screen to avoid this issue, i don't understand why they decided to go this way. Quite disappointing with SGP products lately, i loved their iphone product lines but for other devices... it's terrible, do they even test their products?. SGP lacking quality control! /sigh

I'm sure maybe of you know but if you own this screen protector and having hard time taking screenshots, just use hardware keys. home+power 2secs.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] blackdragoon:
I received my GLAS protector the other day and was a bit hesitant in applying it, after reading peoples' reports of issues using Swype, but I put it on this morning and I actually haven't encountered any problems typing messages yet.

I did also test out the swiping action in Fruit Ninja, and did run into some sensitivity issues every now and then when I was going really fast, but wasn't as bad as what I was expecting, based on reading this thread.

One thing I do notice though is that it smudges quite a bit, and requires more effort to clean.

Like everyone else, I wish Spigen would make a GLAS.t for the S3.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
Put my GLAS on last night. It is beautiful. It looks so good on the phone, it is a shame that 10% of the time it doesn't respond to my touch. I will be sending this back. It is not all the time, but some of the time I am swyping and when I swype a word it makes 2 completely different words from one where it stopped registering my swype. I don't bang on my phone and don't plan on it, so I will have to go back to a regular until a GLAS.T is released. I cannot live with having a wonky touch screen.

Edit: Spigen will not have a choice in approving this review. Just posted my review on Amazon. I will see if Spigen responds to any of this and offers a replacement. They have a few days as I try to make myself like this, but it's probably coming off Sunday at the latest.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Prote...iewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
[Galaxy S III Accessories] wera750:
I contacted them saying I was sending mine back and they will not reply...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
I got a reply from SGP/Cretouch after 1 day sending email about the issue. I love Cretouch.com's customer service, Extremely fast and so much better than actual SGP site. If you get any SGP products get it from Cretouch, I highly recommend it.

"We have contacted our Spigen SGP representatives, and we were informed that the due to the makeup of the color frame and the glass screen protector for the Spigen SGP Samsung Galaxy S3 GLAS Premium Tempered Glass Series [Oleophobic Coating], there is a slight gap of 1.3mm between the adhesive and the glass. This might possibly cause the sensitivity issue when the Glas is applied to the Galaxy S3.However, we are willing to offer a warranty refund for your purchased item unless you would like a replacement.Please let us know. As soon as we hear a response from you, we will process your order accordingly.

We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused in your order.If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Sincerely,

CreTouch Customer Service"

Hopefully SGP will make revised GLAS for S3 soon...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] littleguevara:
Spigen's response to me:

Dear Che,

*

Thank you for contacting Spigen.com Customer Service Department.

*

Thank you for your recent purchase with us! We are sorry to hear that you are having an issue with our product. It has come to our attention that a few customers are having an issue with the sensitivity with their device. We do sincerely apologize for any inconveniences. Due to the curved nature of the LCD screen, the GLAS screen protector needs to be installed in a specific manner. Unlike our GLAS.t for the iPhone and Galaxy Note, where the installation and adhering began from the center of the device and spread outwards to the edges, the GLAS needs to be installed in the opposite manner, first firmly adhere the edges of the GLAS and then push down to adhere the center of the GLAS onto your screen. If the product is not specifically installed in this manner, it may cause a slight layer, causing the sensitivity issues on your device.*

*

In this case, what we would like to do is send you a replacement for you to try to install the GLAS in this manner. However, if you would not like to receive a replacement and you would simply like to return the product, as an exception to our policy, you are more than welcome to return the product for a product refund.

*

Once again, we sincerely apologize for any inconveniences. Please let us know what you would like to do and I will be more than happy to further assist you.

*

If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Since I'm completely satisfied with the newest re-iteration of Xgears tempered glass, I'm just going to do a refund. Thanks Poya!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] MisterW00DS:
I received the same response directly from spigen. But now that i see the other response I'm wondering what the issue actually is?

If there is no adhesive on the center of the protector what will applying pressure during installation do?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
Issue is the thickness of the adhesive is too thick, putting super thin layer of space between the glas and screen itself.

I'm guessing they want us to press down hard enough around adhesive area to make everything even level.... which doesn't seem to work! They should have just put adhesive on entire screen, so simple fix.

I hope they make revised product cause I really love this kind of screen protector. Oh well, I got full refund and got to keep semi ok screen protector... :S
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
I got the same canned response. I installed exactly like they asked me to in the first place. Just tried pressing down again, nothing.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
It's b/s they trying to blame us for installing it wrong... I ended up ordering Spectre which seems to cover more, does everything SGP GLAS does and cheaper! Judging by the review of rev.2 Spectre it seems pretty darn good. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=31572767

http://www.amazon.com/XGear-Spectre...&qid=1347682313&sr=8-1&keywords=spectre+xgear
[Galaxy S III Accessories] irock1985:
If I ordered from Amazon will I have to send them back to amazon or will they just refund me?

Sent from my Sprint GS3
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
I would send an email to SGP instead of amazon. Make sure include amazon order number too, they should be able to refund you.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] funkdoobi:
Got my glas.t the other day and installed it. After having sensitivity issues with it since installation I came here to read reviews and am just upset.

Not only that, their neo hybrid case is fault. When the phone is installed in the case, the power button isn't as responsive as it should be, and the volume button area seems super tight. Everytime I move the phone the volume rocker is activated, really annoying!

I've emailed them requesting a refund. Going to be going the Spectre route.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
You will have to send back to get the refund. They said they don't do refunds, but Amazon states 30 days for everyone. I'm gonna try another one, but if that one doesn't work I'm asking for a refund.