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[Galaxy S III Accessories] John NHT:
Otterbox Defender Atomic with Spigen Glas (on SG3 Blue)

Applying it the bathroom is the BEST suggestion!!! I felt like I was performing surgery!! :victory:

Here are some pics on the Otterbox Defender Atomic with Spigen Glas (on SG3 Pebbly Blue) and YES, you should take the screen protector that comes with the Otterbox OFF!!

For those complaining about the edge that doesn't cover the entire screen, a case is HIGHLY recommended by Spigen (several times in fact) and dust and dirt will behave like dust and dirt, so if there isn't a case around the edges, don't expect dust/dirt/lint to act differently (just sayin):

From the Spigen Website:

Q. Is there anything I should take caution of when using the GLAS?

A. The GLAS is a product made of glass. While it is tempered to shatter within the film when dropped, there are some things that need to be aware of when using the GLAS. Even though we have updated the edges to prevent chipping, it still can chip or crack when pressure or force is applied to it. If you see that the edges have chipped or have cracks, please remove the GLAS from your device as this can be potentially harmful. Please take care that your device is not accessible to children if your GLAS begins to crack. We highly recommend that you use a case along with your GLAS screen protector to avoid chipping along the edges. Also we would recommend using a case to protect the edges against any unwanted lifting.

CAUTION

Due to the curved screen of the Galaxy S3, we've made the edges of the GLAS thicker to prevent lifting. Please note that this makes installation for the GLAS different from our GLAS.t screen protectors for the iPhone or Galaxy Note.

Steps to install your GLAS:

1. Line up cutouts

2. Press the edges (colored borders) onto the screen firmly

3. Apply pressure inwards towards the center using a squeegee or a card

4. Do NOT press the center of the GLAS and move outwards. This can cuase a slight gap towards the edges causing a decrease in sensitivity.
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So if you apply it by applying pressure from the center towards the edges, you will have problems with sensitivity. I think it's made the screen even more sensitive!! Regardless of what ROM is flashed on it.

I've included some shots of my SG3 (before and after) for your reference. That last pic is a little cardboard squeegee i used then applying it to the SG3 going from outward towards the center!!! Hope this helps!!

Enjoy!!!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] John NHT:
BATTLE GLAS.t VS GLAS

Steinheil GLAS.t is made to protect the LCD from damage and scratches with specially processed glass that has been reinforced to increase shock absorbency.The entire surface of the GLAS.t is transparent and the back side is covered with a strong silicon adhesive for easy installation. When installed, there are no gaps between the LCD and the GLAS.t which means the touch screen's sensitivity is unaffected. To prevent any excess force from coming in contact with the edges of the screen protector we highly recommend that a case is used with the GLAS.t.

Whole Transparency : GLAS.t is 0.4mm thick and made with chemically treated, transparent tempered glass.

Surface hardness : 8~9H : The surface of the GLAS.t has a hardness of 8-9H, three times stronger than regular PET film. Even shard objects such as knives and keys will not scratch the GLAS.t.

Oleophobic Coating : The GLAS.t has an oleophobic coating that prevents fingerprints and other contaminants and makes the film easy to clean.

Delicate Touch : The GLAS.t is coated on the back with a strong silicon adhesive that makes installation easy and attaches the film firmly so as to not affect the touch screen's sensitivity.

Anti-Shatter Film : If broken, the GLAS.t breaks into small pieces that are not sharp, making it safer than other glass products.

VERSUS

Samusng Galaxy S3 Steinheil GLAS Screen Protector is made to protect the LCD from damage and scratches with a specially processed glass that has been reinforced to increase shock absorbency. The GLAS is transparent with a colored frame and the back side is covered with a strong silicone adhesive for easy installation. When installed, the touch screen's sensitivity is unaffected.

Transparency with a colored frame in either white or blue

Highly responsive with the touchscreen

Surface hardness : 8~9H : The surface of the GLAS has a hardness of 8-9H, three times stronger than regular PET film. Even shard objects such as knives and keys will not scratch the GLAS.

Oleophobic Coating : A.F (Anti-fingerprint) coated layer for resistance against smudges and fingerprints.

Anti-Shatter Film : If broken, the GLAS breaks into small pieces that are not sharp, making it safer than other glass products.

Double side adhesive tape

Cut slightly smaller to work with all case types​

So why do people think the .t (dot T) is something different and that SPG should make a Glas.t for the S3?? Put the apple-flavored kool-aid down. and back away... ...slowly.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] electric0ant:
The Glas.t is totally transparent with adhesive over the whole sheet of glass, so there is definitely no effect on screen sensitivity.

The Glas has a coloured border and the adhesive is only under the coloured border and not the screen area and because of this there is a gap in the screen area big enough to cause sensitivity issues.

That is the the reason why.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aly19:
Just got mine today, so far works well and I haven't encountered any sensitivity issues with it.

Edit:

Sent it back, started experiencing the sensitivity issues a few hours after use
[Galaxy S III Accessories] alberber:
fine!:good:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Jubmasterflex:
Just be aware that under most circumstances Amazon will make you pay for return shipping.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
Usually they don't for me. I haven't paid return shipping for anything until this protector. I am actually thinking about emailing spigen and telling them I don't want to try it, because if it sucks I have to send 2 back.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Ricey:
Just wanted to confirm, I received my GLAS yesterday and installed it per the instructions on page 12 of this thread from SGP and I don't have any sensitivity issues.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Max_Pain:
I do. most parts of the screen are extra sensitive now, than when scrolling things get selected. and the back button i have to press extra hard, whereas the menu button can be pressed normally.

it looks beautiful, sucks i'm having these issues :(
[Galaxy S III Accessories] irock1985:
Here is the response I got from emailing them about my AMAZON purchase

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, we have made the GLAS thicker on the edges. After hearing the feedback from our customers, we have found that the GLAS screen protector needs to be installed in a specific manner so that it does not interfere with the touch sensitivity of your screen. We will send you a brand new GLAS screen protector at no additional charge to you.

Here is how to install the GLAS:

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.

1. Line up the GLAS with the cutouts

2. Press the edges (colored borders) of the GLAS firmly

3. Apply pressure inwards towards the center of the screen using a squeegee or a card.

4. Do NOT apply the GLAS from the center first and move outwards as it may cause a slight layer, causing the sensitivity issues on your device.

We do apologize, once again, if these instructions were not clearly provided initially. 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.

Thank you.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
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, we have made the GLAS thicker on the edges. After hearing the feedback from our customers, we have found that the GLAS screen protector needs to be installed in a specific manner so that it does not interfere with the touch sensitivity of your screen. We will send you a brand new GLAS screen protector at no additional charge to you.

lol
[Galaxy S III Accessories] thacounty:
Kinda funny for you to be trolling SGP, but they did lie since it was all customers. I did not put mine on incorrectly either. I put it on the exact way the specified in the email and I only did that by understanding that pushing the middle would do me no good.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Especially since his company had to go thru 3 revisions to get it right. SGP sent me my replacement, did it the way they said n wouldn't you know, no more sensitivity issues. No revisions or anything. So I find it funny that someone who's product was heavily flawed n had a lot of complaints about is trying to take jabs at a reputable company who didn't have to go thru 3 revisions to get it right
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
If you only knew what we know about SGP. :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Oh I do know. I been a customer of theirs for years. Yea they did lose some points for blaming us but you are no better yourself
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
I want to know too~ tell us what you know!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
Its funny you show those as you only get their side of the story. I'm not going to sit here and argue with you. I personally could care less if you like or dislike a product/company however do not assume things.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
No I get your side too. Your product was flawed like theirs. But theirs wasn't heavily flawed like yours and they don't treat their customers like **** like you, even with all the **** I thru at SGP in the past years they still stood professional. What bugs me is you try to take shots at a reputable company when your own product was heavily flawed (more than the SGP), treat customers the way you did n yet try to take cheap shots at another company like yours wasn't flawed
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Paramount X:
I can vouch that when Poya responds via email he is professional. honestly I dont know which is worst and if you can even say which one is. Sensitivity issues or proximity.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
There has been a lot more about his attitude on his thread n on the Rootzwiki thread. I been following the threads because at the time they were the only tempered glass protector in the game but the issues scared me way. Honestly the sensitivity issue is more like a learning curve when you use the keyboard. I learned how to use it perfectly fine n i had the sensitivity issues. But if you play Fruit Ninja or any game like that you, then you will notice the issue. It had pissed me off a few times
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
That's the differences between professional and unprofessional.:fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ilija777:
is there a pebble blue glass protector yet ? and if not when is it coming out ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] pmoradi2002:
It seems like you're getting me confused with my coworker.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] vikramdhani:
I thought on Amazon they dont have control over the reviews or you are talking about their own website ?

---------- Post added at 08:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:19 PM ----------

what about the people will blue color phones :(
[Galaxy S III Accessories] idlejoe:
how does it do if your hands are oily
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
same as any other screen protector.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] failsaf3:
You (or your coworker) come off as unprofessional and immature and it affects your company as a whole. If that's the way you want to do business, that's your choice. But I can tell you that you have lost sales because of the way you conduct yourself. Your continued bashing of competitors and their products does nothing but show the insecurities you have in your product and customer service. It's interesting that you are bashing SGP for initial release issues when you had an almost identical situation about a month ago. Of which you recommended that customers use a Sharpie to correct the issue so you didn't have to take product back.

I applaud the fact that you redesigned your product and hope it works for those who have purchased. In the future you should try and stand on the benefits of your product rather than bashing competitors. I wish you success with your product.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Alamein 300:
Glas on my red S3

Got mine in, applied as instructed by Spigen and modified my Otterbox Defender case (tore the ottberox screen protector out and cleaned the glue track). So far so good. I agree with the sentiment that it seems to have made the screen even more sensitive then before but not to the point of annoyance for me. Left the home button nude because I like the recessed feel. Have a Seido Active case on the way and a Draco bumper, will update once fitted.

AT&T S3 Red

Spigen Glas

Otterbox Defender
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KeithSr:
Very nice, how difficult was it to remove the screen from the defender?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Alamein 300:
Very simple actually, press from the outside in and off she came.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
I quite like the colour of the case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] spicydicy:
Great posts guys.

I have my GLAS protector here, waiting for me to remove my Clear Nano and put the GLAS on.

I'm going to wait until the Nano gets some scratches on it, and then swap.

Does anyone have any photos of the GLAS installed with an Otterbox Commuter?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
So far only the white version is available. But I've seen the white glass tempered protectors on pebble blue n it looks really good actually
[Galaxy S III Accessories] fiendskillz:
So after I sent the email to them explaining that I had sensitivity issues on Sept 11, I finally received an email.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] John NHT:
No, this is not the difference! Did Spigen tell you that or are you just desperate for a meaning of the dot t?? Has anyone bothered to look the back of the packaging they received with the S3 Glas??

I dont know why the thumbnails arent showing here but on the back it says:

Included:

1. GLAS.t Tempered Glass Screen Protector

2. Alcohol Swab

3. Microfiber Cloth

4. Epoxy Coated Button
[Galaxy S III Accessories] electric0ant:
Well the thing is SGP is listing as just the Glas for the S3 on their website now.

We frankly don't really care about the t, what we are looking for is the version like the iphone version where it is all transparent with adhesive on the whole back surface so the sensitivity issue doesn't occur.

it is being refered to the glas.t as it's what is listed on SGP's website. they list the iphone version as Glas.t ON THE FRONT OF BOX, and just Glas on the S3 version.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] spicydicy:
And the box the s3 comes in says it contains a glas.t protector.

You want to know if they are releasing a completely transparent version of this.

No need to bicker about useless details.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] electric0ant:
No it doesn't anymore. See attached pictures all just say Glas and no t.

FYI, SGP originally called it the Glas.t when they announced it and then withdrew the t when it when into production.

look at all the Glas.t products:

http://www.spigen.com/index.php/catalogsearch/result/?q=Glas.t

They are all fully transparent.

The S2 Glas also has no t and it is also coloured : http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/sgp-samsung-galaxy-s2-screen-protector-glas-series.html

I'm not bickering about useless details, I am pointing out that the Glas and Glas.t are different product ranges.

your S3 box might have said Glas.t on the back in the included item list, but did it say Glas.t on the front like all the other Glas.t products? I guess not as it was a typo.

Also Look at the pics John NHT posted up even in the item description it says "SPIGEN SGP Steinhel GLAS is made with" and "protecting the GLAS Surface" there is no "t".
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kevindd992002:
Why don't anyone just email SGP directly to know the difference between the two?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
It's a same darn material, just a different method of installing. Its simple as that. I don't know why you guys are driving yourself nuts with this issue? :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Max_Pain:
I am extremely disappointed with mine. I'm having a real hard time typing, and it's slowed me down to the point I don't want to type on the phone anymore. the center of the screen is too sensitive, so when i'm scrolling on facebook or in my music player, it tends to select when i'm trying to scroll.

so, i'm having poor sensitivity in the keyboard and capacitative buttons, and too much sensitive elsewhere. for the price I paid for this thing I would have expected better.

what alternatives do I have?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Email SGP about a replacement or refund. The iFeel screen protector caught my eye. There's a thread about it. Check it out
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Max_Pain:
i wrote them, they offered a replacement. I'll give it another try, this time following the new instructions they sent me (those weren't in the original package). if that doesn't work out I will maybe try the iFeel one...hopefully by then someone actually gets their hands on one and does a review.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ehaze:
why is it so hard to make a good screen protector for the S3?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zen0s:
I blame stupid Apple! Bunch of self centered pricks, making difficult for everyone else!!!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] electric0ant:
I bought mine from sgp from ebay and when i emailed them they offered me a refund, so I'm happy for now. although still disappointed with the quality of this, the adhesive is thick enough that the exposed edge between the screen and the glas is picking up lots of dust.

sgp has some nice designs for accessories, but I am thinking now that they really don't do much quality control in the development stages before rolling out production of their profucts.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Yea I haven't gotten my replacements (I ordered two Glas n they said they'd replace both) n still haven't gotten it yet n they told me they will ship it when they can last Monday n still nothing
[Galaxy S III Accessories] diz_dizane:
definitely getting me one.

love that it works with lots of cases.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] irock1985:
Got my replacement today which is fine except that they were supposed to be replacing both of the ones I purchased

Sent from my Sprint GS3
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Really? I need two of them replaced and I put it in the email that I needed two. I hope this dont happen -.-
[Galaxy S III Accessories] MisterW00DS:
Got my replacement yesterday and followed their updated installation instructions to the letter this time.

I'm actually kind of surprised that it works fine now using that installation method. I don't have all of the sensitivity issues that i was having before.

When i installed the GLAS this time like they said i applied pressure from the outside in. I must also note that i pressed the hell out of the edges applying a great amount of pressure inwards to the center. But now the GLAS is working as it should for me and I'm once again a satisfied customer after being a previously pissed one.

I'm not saying that the issue is fixed across the board with all of the replacements I'm just stating my individual results with my replacement.

Ymmv obviously
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bhags8:
How on earth do you need BOTH of them to be replaced... am I missing something??
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Because they both been used. One on mine. One of my sisters. We both have sensitivity issues. That's how I need them both replaced
[Galaxy S III Accessories] irock1985:
Same here one on mine one on my moms S3

Sent from my Sprint GS3
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Uncle Hungry:
I guess I just got lucky because I have zero issues with mine
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bhags8:
That's what I'm saying... don't understand
[Motorola Photon 4G] hirent:
http://phandroid.com/2012/09/07/sprint-galaxy-note-2-confirmed/

Leaked from XDA itself, hope its true.

I wanted at least a 4.7" or 4.8" for my next device; was also thinking of trying WP8 (after 2 years and numerous Android devices).

But this 5.5" beast is way too tempting.

If it indeed comes to Sprint then it gives me a reason to stay with Sprint (& Android).

Yahoo!!

Here's the thread.

What say you, Photon owners?

Is this the device that would tempt you to upgrade?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Moscow Desire:
Just hop that post right over to the Note forum! Am happy for you.

Just not in the Photon forum.

Honestly, feel you took 2 right turns, when maybe you should've took 1 left turn? ;)

Post in the correct forum please.

MD
[Motorola Photon 4G] hirent:
Well, I am a current Photon owner & user; so my thinking was along the lines of starting a discussion/feedback with/from other Photon owners who might be in a similar boat. Since the Note is not on Sprint, I figured I'd post here rather than on the AT&T Note forums.

I guess since my OP doesn't mention anything about current Photon users and/or Sprint customers, its a bit lacking.

Anyway, no big deal, we can move this or let it die out.

Thanks!
[Motorola Photon 4G] prezmater:
OP had everything right to post in this section. DGBH. As a current member of the MoPho community it is fine to post about other phones in the general area. I see other people do it too.
[Motorola Photon 4G] tjrhine:
Thanks for the info. I currently have a Photon and have been hoping Sprint might get the note.
[Motorola Photon 4G] vitaminjay1982:
Unless we see a Motorola nexus device, and the rumor is true, the note 2 will be my next device.

I hate Samsung devices with passion. Mostly for all its constant problems carrying over device after device.
[Motorola Photon 4G] MisterTedster:
I'm in the exact same boat as OP. I was strongly considering getting a WP8 device, though afaik none have been announced for Sprint. But, the Note 2 specs sure are compelling.
[Motorola Photon 4G] hirent:
Sadly, Sprint has committed itself to sell the iPhone for the next few years and won't take a shot at a fledgling OS like WP.

Even though WP8 is creating excitement among a lot of users, Sprint doesn't seem to think it will sell as many devices as the iPhone. They have a 'wait & watch' approach with regards to WP8.

And as much as I don't like it, I can't argue with the logic. The iPhone has proven to be Sprint's fastest selling device (or something to that effect).

Oh well, as long as they get the Note 2, I will be happy.

The specs are compelling especially the quad-core CPU and the 2GB ram. It makes it future-proof, well as far as it can go nowadays.

On a different 'note'; XDA has created a separate forum for the 'Note 2'.
[Motorola Photon 4G] peetr_:
Quad core, with old cortex A-9 cores. Looks like the number of cores is selling itself again. Not newer, power saving technology with better performance. :)