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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kevintran3000:
Got mine this past Tuesday and finally had some time to install them. Installation was a breeze if you've install any other wet installs. Instructions were clear and had no problem. The material is somewhat like the screen protector already on the T-Mobile Note II without the wording.

Pretty impressed so far. Easy installation without bubbles since I'm experienced at wet installs. Personally, I hate dry install as you can't adjust them. The key for wet installs is to properly align them, and then push water out starting from the middle so that all bubbles are pushed to the edges. Wrap the squeegee/credit card in the cloth to protect the SP. Only some rainbow vertical haze is visible. Hopefully these will go away after a few days as suggested.

Can barely even see the protector on the white Note II, but trust me, it's there.

Cut size is perfect, but mine had some defects that I'm sure Scott with take care of. You can see some white outline around the SP on the grey Notes, but I'm sure the SP is stuck. Minor annoyance that I hope will be less noticable over time. Now to see how these protectors last over time.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Afishl1:
Please quote me where i blamed the entire 2 pages for having lack of direction, i pointed out specifics, if you can't comment directly on those specifics then don't bother responding and bloating this thread.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] AirBruce:
Just came in the mail! Actually, it arrived last Thursday. But the problem is that the mail delivery rooms here misplaced it and I didn't get it until today. (So mad about that! ><) I'm actually gonna go ahead and install it soon, and I'm going to post back and review on how to installation process went, and how it looks and works. Can't wait!! Here are some of the pics from the packaging that it came in today.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mmessina:
Be a little carefull witj jlg. Got a cheep phone case and a lot of flack from scott. Paypal is now involved. Never got the screen protector
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Alot of flack?

You emailed me SIX times on Saturday frantic trying to get me to refund your money. You sent me pictures of products that you "received" from me that we don't carry and my fulfillment center said they don't even ship.

I called Paypal before you did today and warned them about you. As I expected you put in a claim. I've already responded with proof that we did not ship these items to you. I've also asked Paypal to retain the records so I can press charges against you criminally.

You're trying to defraud me. I guess there is a first time and you are it.

If anyone wonders what he said we sent to him here is the picture he emailed to me...

What Michael doesn't know is that I'm a 20 year trial attorney, an American Arbitration Association Commercial Arbitrator and a Florida Supreme Court Mediator.

Anyone on XDA knows I send out replacements and refund money immediately. I'm known for my customer service. If you had an ounce of credibility you would have had the money Saturday.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] new_castle:
I used SKINPEA screen protectors. I recently changed my phone to Galaxy Note 2 (I love my new phone!) from iPhone 4.

I tried almost everything in the past and did not like it until I came across Skinpea. I used it for my iPhone, iPad and now my Note 2.

The best part is that I had it on for a long time and it never lifted and the screen is very clean.

I recommend them, try them you waste your money.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mi7chy:
I feel most decent quality screen protectors are sourced from the same manufacturer like 3M so what separate them are price, value and/or quantity and warranty. I've used Realook in the past and am happy with them. This time around I'm going to give SGP Ultra Crystal a try since it seems to have a better cut for the Galaxy Note II. About $15 for two is about all I want to spend since it probably costs a $1 or less to make them.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
You're correct when talking about things like Carbon Fiber.

However the screen protectors are not all sourced from 3M.

Most of them have their own patented technology.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Some_dude36:
I dunno why eryone thinks gorilla glass is scratchproof . in another thread a guy said he had his phone for hours and he put two big ass scratches on it with keys. :/
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Gorilla Glass is HARDER, not scratch proof.

Watch one of the video's - they test it using impact.

Keys are made of brass, and brass is much softer than glass. You can't even scratch an iPhone with keys. His key ring (steel) probably did it.

However try the key ring, sand, and a million other things and it can be scratched.

Sapphire Glass is pretty scratch proof but it's very expensive and probably wouldn't work with a touch screen. High end watches are made of it and even those people sometimes want protection.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Daemos:
People also forget that typically with increased hardness comes increased chance of it shattering if impacted.

Softer materials scratch easier, but they have the ability to absorb impact better compared to harder materials.

Using the watch example:

Sapphire Crystal is typically used on higher end dress watches, but compared to mineral glass crystal it is more prone to shattering on impact compared to mineral glass (which in turn scratches easier)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Some_dude36:
I had no idea. I was gonna go with a saffire crystal watch this time. Cause Im kind of a caveman and I bang and smash my way through life haha And my last citizen really took a beating. But the watch I wanted this time didnt have saffire . Thats probably a good thing im thinking now. I went with the Citizen blue angel skyhawk.

But I went with this case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A7F4SF6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 .

Not because it was 5.33 =O But because it had what I was looking for. : Fairly sturdy kickstand with good viewing angle , 2 piece case Silica gel with a ABS plastic exo skeletal shell , Protection @ all 4 corners. Also it comes with a Holster with belt clip and it's own kickstand and the kickstand / clip on it is also articulating so you can either carry it in portrait or landscape mode.

It just happened to be nearly free as well hahah I love this case and in the event my GN2 get's dropped I'm confident it will walk away unscathed.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] le_lutin:
Didn't think so until I saw a scratch in mine. Was completely gutted as I take really good care of my phones.

Don't take the chance - get one. You won't realise you need one til you get a scratch. And then you'll feel slightly sick (like I did) that you didn't get one before.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Fellow watch lover?

I've had a Breitling Aerospace for 20 years. It has Sapphire Glass and anti reflective on both sides. When you look at it you don't even know there is glass on it. Not a scratch in 20 years.

I prefer watches with Sapphire Glass because you don't drop them... so scratches are the risk.

As far as screen protectors you're correct when you say the softer materials will take better impacts. However they will scratch easier.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] byomes:
idk if any of you heard of Mobc - Premium Japanese Film - Oleophobic, but its quite bangin'. Installed it a day ago and I have to say its 99.99% invisible. Works great with Spen and hasn't left any marks or anything. Fingerprints on the other hand was slightly visible if you look carefully. Coverage wise its shy 3mm on the edges but you cant even tell because its nearly invisible. Tacky feel at first but few hours of use its the best screen protector I've come across.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009M7TZYO/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?tag=68656c7064757-20
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Jmaff4292:
Hey sshguru, I wanted to order a Just like glass for galaxy note 2 with a few other items on amazon but it isnt in stock, any idea when they will have it? I was hoping to get it by friday
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Amazon just ran out of stock yesterday - I have another 300 headed there that were shipped Friday but I don't know when they will get there.

My site still has some for sale but they are going quickly there also. I have more headed to my fulfillment center for that.

If Amazon gets them in stock tomorrow you might get them by Friday but Amazon isn't a speed demon what it comes to adding inventory. I thought I had more time but they sold out faster than I expected.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] chipsa964:
Hey Scott, after debating for a long time between JLG and Spigen, I went with JLG. I ordered last night at about 4 am - do you know if you had enough in stock to ship mine? It should be one of the ones shipping to Florida.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
We have 107 left at my site right now.

We've already sold 18 today but that is included in the 107.

So your fine if you order it in the next 2 days.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Wolf's Rain:
I applied my SGP Ultra Oliophobic tonight. I wish the cut was a tad bigger. It makes it pretty hard to get a decent alignment over the actual screen since you only have a few millimeters to play with. Mine is ever so slightly off to one side. My Trident Aegis case should be here tomorrow so hopefully the silicone will completely cover the space that is not protected by the screen protector. I'd prefer not to be able to see the edges of the plastic. Especially since it's uneven by about 1 millimeter :eek: haha

I wonder if Spigen has any plans to revise there cut even a little bit. Probably not...

I've been perfectly happy with the ultra oleo on my original note. Great cut and don't notice it at all in day to day use. :good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] freecity01:
I have the Spigen Ultra Oleophobic and after some use, it appears maybe the oil-resistant features have worn off? I have only used it about 3 weeks and every stroke of the finger is very visible. I am not sure if there is some residual oil that I somehow got onto it but it does not appear to be going away. If I knew that this feature is not as effective as it is, I would have chosen the Ultra Crystal.

Just my experience.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] That'll Do Pig:
Just my 20 cents worth...

I installed a Zagg max on my Galaxy S (i9000). I did a completely crap job, but wasn't worried about, as it didn't affect performance at all.

I don't know how many times I dropped it from waist height onto tiled floor, but the damn thing didn't show a mark. Ditto for dropping it in the car park.

My son got into it with a Nintendo DS stylus. These by the way, just in case you're wondering, do not work no matter how hard they are jabbed and dragged at the screen. In the jeans pocket with sand, or the motorcycle jacket with keys and change and still didn't scratch or lift the surface.

So, my Note 2 arrived last week and the SGS went to a new home - someone who'd never had a smartphone before, so I left the Zagg on. Since the Note came with it's own stylus, I threw in the one that I'd bought on a business trip - you know the sort, touch pad at one end, pen on the other. When he rang me to ask if the stylus needed batteries, I had a bit a sick moment. Turns out he was trying to scribble on the screen with the biro end. Naturally, the more it didn't work, the harder he pushed. I went over to see the damage, and there were a quite a few significant grooves on the surface . Oh well, I thought. Not mine anymore, but I was a bit sad to see.

Bugger me. The next day, all you could see was one small groove on the screen where he'd dug particularly deep. I hadn't put much store by the whole "Self Healing" thing that Zagg espouse, but having seen it action with a big thumping goofus, I'm a convert for the life of all my (future) phones.

Babe
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Wolf's Rain:
Yah I doubt the oleophobic coating lasts particularly long. Although from my understanding, its primary purpose is to make finger prints easier to clean off. You'll still get them though and will have to wipe them away. I've read poor reviews recently of the Ultra Crystal as compared to the Oleo. They basically said the UC was a finger print magnet and worse than the screen itself. But take that with a grain of salt because it's internet reviews. I went with the Oleo because I used it on my previous note and the UC was sold out when I bought my screen protector on cyber Monday. Otherwise I would have went with something different this time just out of curiosity.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] chun914:
using no sreen protector...:laugh:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] youppi:
I just received two Just like Glass screen protectors from DBA. One is fine, but the other has easily visible scratch lines all across it and a large dent on it. I don't usually use protectors and this thing looks worse than any phone screen I've ever had. I don't see how who ever packed this couldn't see how messed up it was. Not impressed.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] powerwagon:
The scratches are on the backside...same thing was on mine and I realized that they were not on the actual protector once I pulled it off.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dawei213:
Yeah, it looks like after about 4 days, most of the bubbles have disappeared. I did email Scott and follow his suggestion, which is the same one you have suggested. It has helped to eliminate most of it. There is two sites that still have a fair amount of bubbles, with one site near the center of the screen. It's starting to look good and hopefully great if/when those other two sites dry off. Scott was nice enough to offer a second SP for half off.

Now, when you guys say perfectly clear, does that mean you don't see any rainbow effect when the screen is off? Scott said it's normal to see that.

According to Scott, the rainbow vertical effect is normal. It will only be visible when the screen is off. That's the only time I see it. It doesn't seem to affect or alter the viewing colors of the Note II screen.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] youppi:
You are correct. The two protectors looked so different out of the box figured one was messed up. The one I had no intention of using I peeled back and got so many sticky screech marks and dust on it now I can't tell what shape it's in. The dent may havebeen a crease in the outside part also. I apologize Scott. I least I still have one good one that went on with no problems.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
They were shipped from DBA and not Amazon? Because Amazon ships them in a padded envelope and I have to replace some that get damage in the mail.

We ship in boxes so that won't happen.

Email me about the one that was messed up - I'm sure I can work something out scott@dbacases.com

Even if it wasn't messed up and you did something I'll still help out.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] guitarist5122:
I got the Zagg protector when I bought the phone and am now thinking I should have gone with something else. The s pen leaves an imprint in the screen protector which is noticable with any light in the room and with the screen off.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Brad.S.:
Not to mention looking like an orange peel... An orange peel that was stabbed with a pen..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mmessina:
Be careful

Purchased JLG and package arrived with another product inside. After informing Scott with pictures of package order receipt and full explanation i received threats of fraud. thankfully I kept and documented the emails, shipping packages etc.

Amazing after purchasing many items I never meet a more rude CEO than Scott at DBACASES. I left my phone number to call but just got a denial that the box came with the wrong item.

Currently have saved the box USPS transaction label and box contents. Not sure the JLG is a good or fair product but I am disappointed with the customer service,

Currently have paypal dispute for this transaction and will post finale outcome.

I truly regret using open forum and I have no history of negative posts. Just a FYI. Happy to answer any PM.

Love the phone the custom ROM's available on this forum and the feedback. Mostly love and appreciate the developers who give us a superior ROM and there constant updates feedback and support.

JMHO
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] powerwagon:
The only rainbow effect I have noticed is with the screen off and under fluorescent lighting. I see no rainbow with normal lighting.

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I scratched my JLG protector within the last 24 hrs. I have 0 idea how I did it, as I'm am crazy careful with my phone. It's amazing how little it bothers me knowing that it's only the protector that was scratched and not this beast of a screen. Great job Scott!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] emm4nu3l:
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector.

I bought the MobC Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector on amazon.

Fine Crystal.

All I have to say is this: Clear screen, almost invisible and great for the price but bad instructions.

Instructions = YouTube or the official site.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bond32:
Just got my JLG in from amazon. They sent it in a box about 150x the size it needed to be lol. No big deal, got the protector installed. Initial impression is that it feels like a $30 protector. So far so good.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Ha!

They drive me nuts.

Normally they ship them in padded envelopes and some people have them arrive dented.

I've called them a million times about it and they won't change.

Then you get the massive box.

Love it!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bond32:
Im not kidding. There was 4 layers of that bubble packaging in there. Thought that was all that was in the box then saw the protector hiding out way down at the bottom. Shipping was free for me but someone had to pay for that...

Regarding the protector I was extremely nervous but I got it installed without particles under it. I have a lot of experience with protectors so I assume the fluid underneeth will dry out overnight? I noticed it wasnt water, more like dish soap. At the moment it doesnt look pretty but im sure it will look better soon. Its been on for about 3 hours now.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] predation:
how is the fit??? pics man!!!! lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bond32:
Fit is good, about the size it should be. Ill put up some pics later tonight. Also got the elago case in, it looks pretty good. Still slippery so im thinking I may do the tool handle spray trick later.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] powerwagon:
It's probably going to take more like 2 or 3 days for those splotches to disappear...at least that's how long it took for mine to go away.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Amazing. I've been replacing a few a week because of Amazon's packaging and they send you one like that. I've seen pictures of worse though - like a battery or something in a massive box. Some of their employees must be bored.

This is how I do it. I used the cloth first to get the fluid out - don't ever need anything else. Then I wrap the cloth around the short size of a credit card and push in from the center out. Both ways - right and left. That will get rid of more moisture.

Within 2-3 days you shouldn't see anything at all. I'd say if you did it the way I did it then 36 hours.

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I did a too long tedious but informative and amusing video of the Note II after installation.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Er2q4QuHzg&feature=plcp

We are making the Ultra case for the Note II that will be ready in a month.

In the meantime I'm buying up cheap cases.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bond32:
Depending on this screen protector I might look into dba cases. So far this protector seems good. I dont think the bubbles and fluid will be an issue.

Is the JLG reusable? Meaning say I took it off would I be able to use it again? I havent seen a wet application thats like that only dry.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] youppi:
It was shipped in a box from DBA. Thanks for the offer, but I'm done with screen protectors. The SPen has left little white scratch marks all over it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
Well that's something I've never seen. I cant make a scratch on it with the spen if I bang on it.

Can you feel or see the scratches when the screen is on?

Here is a video demonstration http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Er2q4QuHzg&feature=plcp

As you can see there is no way I can scratch it with the spen.

I've sold a few hundred of these and you are the first to say it got scratched at all.

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I'd appreciate some good reviews on Amazon for those who like the product and the support.

It looks like I have a hit squad there with ridiculous reviews...

http://www.amazon.com/Just-Like-Glass-Screen-Protector/dp/B009YNR7JG/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1355357709&sr=8-16&keywords=galaxy+note+2+protector

Thx.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] youppi:
I've already seen the videos and am as baffled as you are. I can't feel the scratches, but I can definitely see them with the screen on or off. I took a video of it happening I can show you. All these people and your videos can't be wrong, so I don't understand why this is happening. I thought maybe the spen was messed up and tried it on another phone without a screen protector with no problems.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
If there are scratches they are usually micro scratches where you cant feel or see them with the screen on.

The protector will get micro scratches easier than glass. It's tougher than glass in that it can take a big hit and protect it from breaking.

I've never been able to scratch it where I can see it. I've even dropped it on tile and got a long micro scratch that went away.

We use the same exact material on all of our protectors - it's a huge roll.

Maybe your spen has a sharp part? Have you tried to scratch it with the other side of the pen? That would be very telling.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mi7chy:
Should've tried the brand I've used in the past, Realook, since I'm not impressed with the SGP Ultra Crystal received today.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
What's wrong with the SGP?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bond32:
I had the ultra crystal on my s3. Dirt got imbedded in 2 of the protectors. Their CS was unresponsive. The protector ended out tearing from minimal use.

Realook makes good stuff.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Wolf's Rain:
I'm note sure what mi7chy 's issue is, but I just put my SGP ultra oleophobic on a few nights ago. My main problem with it is the cut. I've happy with every other aspect and have used SGP in the past so don't expect any problems there, but the cut leaves a bit to be desired. I was really hoping a case would cover up the space between the edge of the screen protector and the edge of the phone. The case I put on tonight isn't doing that and I'm even more disappointed with the cut now. I'm sure the screen edges pose some problems with design but it just seems like they were being a bit overly cautious to say the least.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SSHGuru:
They are not meant to be re-usable.

However there is someone in the forums here who's pulled it up and washed it in the sink with soap and water and has gotten it to seal again.

Personally I wouldn't do that but for him it worked.

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I hate to defend SGP but the Note II was not an easy phone to design a protector for.

We ended up doing two cuts.

The cut we have now works out very well.

Scott
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bluesith:
Replacements received , much better cut . Great service . Many thanks , 2x note2 and a nexus 7 .

just like glass .