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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ksoze:
Sorry for the delay.

1) For my personal one, I do notice a small pocket of air along the edges. They range from 0.5 mm 1mm in size. I'm not sure if it was because I had pried it back out again so many times or not - you don't really notice it as the screen protector extends past the AMOLED screen and these air pockets are outside of the screen area. The only areas where it shows a pocket is to the sides. My previous eBay plastic screen protector did this as well. I do not believe it is possible to get it 100% flat, unless they cut the glass to cover a smaller portion of the screen. I believe the very edge of the screen is curved by Samsung, so it really may not be their fault.

2) They cut the glass very well - there is a 3mm gap left from the edge of the phone to the glass surface. The glass screen protector extends past the screen 0.75mm on the left and right sides. There is about 1.5mm clearance in the home button area and speaker grille and front facing camera. There is a larger gap on closest to the top and bottom edges of the phone.

3) There is no discolouration at all - it looks like a very clean ultra clear plastic screen protector until you touch the edge of the screen protector. That's when you notice the thickness of the glass. It does resist grease better than the plastic variety, so it stays optically clear longer. There is no Anti-glare effect, and it does unfortunately reflect the light very well as well. It behaves and looks like the bare gorilla glass.

When I have a white background, it looks fantastic - no defects or discolouration - until you find a dust particle or oil smear. I have 1 dust particle that is only visible in a white background and it looks like a hot pixel, so I will most likely leave it as is.

Having used a glass protector now, I cannot see myself going back to the regular ones again. Aside from the extra protection, the glass makes cleaning the screen much easier. I find that the oils and fingerprints tend to smear all over the plastic ones unless you use some kind of liquid or alcohol solution first. For the glass, a simple wipe will easily clean the screen.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] AlphaNoble:
Any chance you could post some pictures?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Here's mine on my phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] majorbgss:
This looks like its better than mime
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] 7gismo:
Just wondering, how does it compare to this product:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Olephobic-B...675760?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4170d1dbf0

Are they pretty much about the same, quality wise?

There's a price difference of 5$...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Guys the Clarivue Glass XT Screen protector is reduced from $49.99 to $19.99!!! This is a no brainer I'd buy this if you're in the look out for a glass screen protector. Forget buying Mime this is worth it.

http://www.clarivue.com/samsung-n7100-galaxy-note-2-hd-glass-screen-protector-cover.html

I don't think you'll find a proper real glass screen protector at this price.

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No idea but I'm happy with my Clarivue. If installed properly it's like having the phone naked with no protector on it. Very well made. Excellent clarity.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I installed mine the other day and am not happy with the 1/8" around the edges that doesn't stick down. Perfectly centered install with no dust underneath. I love the feel and the cut, but this not sticking on the edges is not acceptable for a $40+ screen protector. I have been in contact with them and they blamed it on the "extreme curve if the Note II screen" and offered a refund or comp plastic protectors. Now that the price had dropped I am definitely going to take the refund the offered me for the problem. It's a shame too since I love the feel, but I'm either going to try the mime or go back to the SGP ultra crystals
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] marvelspires:
bastards .... I paid $ 33 now down to 19 .... that anger ...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ttabbal:
For $20, I'm in. Thanks for the update on the sale price.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Sminoj:
Hi, was wondering if some more people could post some pics of this Clarivue XT sp cause I am curious of how it looks

Sent from my revolution of technology: le Note II.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
Not at all happy with they customer service at this point. To get a refund I have to send the protector back on my dime for them to evaluate. Oh, and I have to ship it to Canada. At this point I think I'm just going to eat the money and deal with it for now. I would not recommend them to anyone at this point. Try the MIME which is getting really good press here for their product, and good customer service. Wish I had gone with then to begin with
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Old MuckenMire:
I've always liked their regular screen protectors but their customer service sucks. I tried to return an unopened unused pack of protectors and they wanted to charge me a restocking fee(on top of the shipping) ! It was unopened, how hard was it to restock? Anyway, I'll never buy from them again after that. I had been buying from them for years. Now I just use Steinheil. Protectors are marginally better but the customer service is leaps and bounds better.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I love Steinheil. Been using their ultra crystal protectors on my last few phones. I just really wanted to try a glass protector. Their customer service is horrible though. Especially when they drop the price but don't even offer a replacement. Is just not worth my time and aggravation to deal with.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] blomgren:
Use coupon code. ten2013 it will save you another 2 bucks!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] cdmoore74:
For $18 I bit the bullet.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ChevyWarfrat:
Its 19.99 now
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] majorbgss:
Very slow shipping. Ordered on the morning of the 20th thinking it would go out by afternoon, just got shipping info yesterday.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Who did you get when you were emailing customer service? My correspondence was with someone called "Alex" the emails were a bit long winded but they ended up saying they'll replace my protector. Have yet to receive my replacement yet but will give it a few days as I remember their shipping is a bit slow to the UK.

Thanks

Nick
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I got Alex too. Would not give me a replacement. He even went so far as to say " We would not recommend a resend of the same protector as with the curved screen and that type of fit its possible you'll have the same issue again." He kept referring to the "extreme curve"of the note 2 screen, which is an obvious cop out. I had used clarivue in the past, but after this I will never use them or recommend them again.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
I reckon you got a defective one then if you said you didn't have any dust under it. Because I managed to get mine to sit nicely around all the edges even after a second re application. bummer!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] JiraffeLeung:
Just ordered one today, for $20.33 CAD with tax and regular shipping. Will report back on how it goes, I'll supply a video and pictures along with the cases that I use. I've been looking forward to buying a glass screen protector! Too bad Spigen didn't out one for the Note 2.

Use code: ten2013 for $2 off (as mentioned earlier). Note: It only costs a dollar more than the SPG Ultra film protector.

Link: http://www.clarivue.com/samsung-n7100-galaxy-note-2-hd-glass-screen-protector-cover.html
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I said that to them yet they still wouldn't send me a replacement. Just kept citing the extreme curve of the glass line. It's a shame because I typically am the one my friends come to for suggestions and I buy a few new devices every year. I won't be recommending them ever again
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] majorbgss:
How did u do it?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mingkee:
I made an order. It's $20 minus the code and the final price is $18.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] chelper:
I received mine yesterday. The look and feel is amazing. I do have the same issue others have mentioned around the edges. The glass did not adhere to the screen at the outer edges. This bothers me a little because it is visible. Not sure if I could recommend until they get that fixed.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I'm also noticing I'm starting to feel some drag after a few weeks of use. Not sure if it's the coating wearing off or what. I'm probably going to try some auto wax and see if it helps smooth things back out again
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ttabbal:
I like the feel, but also have lifting at the top corners. It's not bad, so it will stay on for now.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] komjazz:
I had problem with your Samsung N7100 Galaxy Note 2 XT Glass Screen Protector. As it has some bubbles that is not gone by weeks. E-mail to Clarivue,

this is the reply "Our XT Glass screen protectors are not covered under our warranty replacement at this time. What we would suggest if you have an issue with bubbling is to remove the protector, thoroughly clean the area and reapply."

Did you said anywhere that XT Glass screen protectors are not covered under our warranty replacement. Don't buy this, period!!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I have a new problem now. After having it on for a few weeks the protector is developing tons of scratches. There is no way it is nearly as hard as they claim. I have been extremely careful as always and haven't been near anything that could have caused it like sand or grit.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] EP2008:
Glass sounds like a real PITA.

I'm still using my glossy clairvue plastic protector now for over six months and it's perfect. No scratches, smooth, not peeling. Just perfect.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
I'm really disappointed by all the negative replies these protectors are getting. Because I feel sorry for you guys especially as I'm a owner as well. I've received my 2nd replacement protector from Clarivue but have yet to apply it. I think I'll keep it just in case I get any of the other issues that crzycrkr mentioned about. Seriously though if they are stopping replacements I'd be angry. It's their premium range this is downright absurd. I'm not sure how I got a replacement if it was because I am a international customer but that's not the point. I provided them DSLR images of the oily patch I had develop on my protector and after discussion with support they sent out a replacement that was on the 18th March. I received it yesterday.

But crzycrkr if you're saying you're getting scratches now. I'd definitely take some pictures and show them. I'm just really bemused right now to be honest and I apologize in advance but almost feel as if the thread is being trolled now. As for the guys that are having side issues. You might need to do a reapplication in a steamy room. Took me two tries and I nailed it nicely that time round. Once it settled I put pressure from the center of screen and pushed the air out to the top from the sides. Not from center to sides as that will cause those edges to stick up after it adheres.

Hope this helps.

Cheers

Nick

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If you used any solvent on the surface then you might have taken the coating off the protector. This could very well be the reason why you got scratches if not then not sure why. I'm not at liberty to test mine to see if sand scratches it though :p
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
, I'll definitely be sending them pictures. I have had nothing but problems with this thing, which is ridiculous for the price. I used to be a big fan of their company, but the customer service given to me has completely turned me against them. I will never recommend them to anyone again. Back to the companies that take care of their customers post sale like SGP and Seidio. I most definitely did note use a solvent on it. I know better than that. Even if I had, I could see that affecting the oleophobic coating, but shouldn't affect scratch resistance at all. That is the glass itself. And sand, without doubt, will scratch any glass
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Well somethings probably messed up with that scratch resistant laminate. I took photos and ended up having to do macro shots before I got a replacement.

http://www.clarivue.com/hd-tempered-glass-screen-protector-cover.html
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
Scratch resistant laminate? On a fortified glass screen protector that they advertise as 9H hardness? If that's true then it's complete garbage and not what they advertise. Why would they need that on a hardened glass?

Edit: just looked at the link. I obviously missed that when I ordered. If they need to put on a scratch resistant laminate, why not just make a film of that rather than the glass. Makes no sense to me
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
From the description of this product on their site it says "adhere to the screen by static". That works for a flexible thin PET plastic screen protector, not a rigid tempered glass. How is it supposed to stay put by static when you have a piece of one thick rigid glass on top of the other curved glass? Vitreo uses some sticky stuff because right after the install I saw a few wet spots in the evening right after the install, and those disappeared the next morning. I'm not pushing tempered glass as a must have accessory or promoting Vitreo, I'm just drawing a conclusion from reading Clarivue and MIME threads with all these problems. It just sounds like if you really into tempered glass and can't live without it, might as well spend double and get what actually works?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mingkee:
I received it and installed. It does not fully stick around the edge, so I believe it's phone screen problem which prevents the glass protector fully stick around the edge.

There is a very tiny bubble on the corner of the screen and it can't be pushed out, but it's barely visible.

Generally, I am fine with it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Don't you think it's not a phone screen problem but a design problem? If you are designing a product around specific phone, you should study it to reflect design around the phone, not the other way around? Call me crazy, but that what I would do ;)

But at the same time if you are OK with it, then who cares about non-sticking edges or tiny bubbles. Plus you saved money ;)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mingkee:
For those who has concern about screen sensitvity and S-Pen, both are OK after the screen protector installed.

The screen is clear as nothing on it, and it does decent job for scratching and fingerprint resistence.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
I think all tempered screen protectors have this laminate on them. The toughened glass only protects from knocks in terms of being scratch resistant this is how they obtain it. If they just had a film with this scratch laminate any knock would still crack the screen. As for the edges as I've said I've got a near perfect install (still a few tiny bubbles but that's most likely because of micro dust) but none of the bubbles go over the screen area so it's a non issue. You still need to leave it 48 hrs too if you still got bubbles then you need to reapply it. Be glad you can reapply these as MIME and other protectors with adhesive will fail after a couple of reapplications. Agree with vectron though that should have designed around the problem. However as far as I can see it's as exact a fit as they could get it?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
If the hardness doesn't have to do with scratch resistance then all these glass screen protectors are misleading. I don't worry about breakage, I worry about scratches. I think that's what leads most people to put on a screen protector. If they scratch as easily as regular films they are an absolutely huge waste of money
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] loggainsd:
Love mine. The edges aren't rising up on mine. Did get a couple of dust specs even with using shower steam though.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Hate to say it but I think you've got dust under the screen area of your phone. You'll know this if you set the screen to the maximum brightness and look at a white image. I'd suggest reapplying it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mingkee:
I think it isn't good as Mime because few scratches are found even just after few days of use.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
What are you guys carrying in your pockets? Had mine for almost two months now not one scratch. I don't put anything else in the same pocket as my phone though. (not that anything else could probably fit though!)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Aby_148:
:(

After 18 days (reasonable), I received my Clarivue by mail. BROKEN, straight from the box. Probably happened during shipping, but I hope they will take responsibility. Time to put their customer service to the test.

Bummer, I really need this.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] TheNeck:
just ordered one today for $17.99, can't wait to get mine.

ive been wanting a glass screen protector since i got my note 2.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] majorbgss:
Ive been using mine for two weeks, its way better than mime
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I carry absolutely nothing else in my phone pocket. I haven't even been working, so there's no excuse for these scratches to have appeared. My plastic SGP Ultra Crystal lasted much longer before scratching
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DaBountyHunter:
Can you post pics of these scratches please? I can compare and see if I have any on my protector then too. As far as I can see mine's still perfect apart from that slight patch that shows up after a lot of finger grease.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I'll try, but I don't know if I can get a good enough pic. My camera right now is my EVO LTE. I'll try in a few days when I get some free time
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] TheNeck:
got mine today, man it was a pain in the ass to install compared to other screen protectors, only because i didnt want any dusty underneath of it.

the only bad thing i also have non sticking edges, is there anything i can do to fix this? thanks if not i still love it so far.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Chima2:
Bodyguardz?

Great thread, very informative and illustrative.

I never would have the thought the glass would be so thick, but judging from responses here it's not a problem.

Despite the Clarivue being dirt cheap, I'm actually considering trying the Bodyguardz tempered glass version that goes for ca 50$ (consumer behavior, go figure). I signed up as a user and will get the advantage program (20% off and replacements for 15$ if need be), but wanted to know if anyone here has tried them?

Cheers.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ikogsakanding:
checked out my Xt glass High tempered http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_egOVBg7m6A
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I actually forgot to check back in here. Hopefully tomorrow I'll post pics and a review of my correspondence with clarivue. In short, their "customer service"completely stopped responding to me. I still never give them a dime again, and completely plan to post on every forum I can think of in regards to their horrendous service when it comes to their "premium"products. What a waste of $50
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Old MuckenMire:
Yeah I posted about my bad customer service with them as well. I was loyal for years and they screwed me... over 2 bucks. They're horrible. I'd rather scratch my screen then ever give them my money again. I'm not kidding either.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Aby_148:
I received the replacement (first order arrived broken), this time with two inner envelopes instead of one.

Well it works. Same problem with the edges not sticking. With an over-the-edge case, it's not too noticable.

That's all.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
The edges that don't stick end up chipping over time. I also got a crack that originated from no impact or stress.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
So what's the verdict on this one? I feel like some people are having decent luck with it, while others are not. I don't keep anything in the same pocket as my phone so those earlier comments really interested me. How in the world would you get scratches on it? For only 20 bucks I think I'm going to check it out. Probably get it in a week or so.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I don't keep anything in the same pocket either, and I am extremely careful with my phones. Beats me where my scratches came from. But, the 9H hardness they claim is definitely suspect. Also, if you look on their site, the hardness is a coating, not the glass itself. I would have been happy to try another to see if I had a defective one, but they wanted me to pay for the shipping back to them, and then decided to stop responding rather than dealing with the issue. Terrible, terrible company
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Optimistic Pessimist:
The scratches could have come from any small particles of sand that may have been in your pocket. As to how the sand got in there, that's anyone's guess.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I'm quite aware of that. I completely understand the hardness scale. I was running a SGP Ultra Crystal protector before and after without any such scratches though, and have never had this amount of scratches show up in the years leading up to it. My biggest issue has to do with their complete lack of customer service on a premium product.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
iloome needs to make one like they have for the iPhone 5. I've heard a bunch of good things about those.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Iphony89:
iloome tweeted last week that they are no longer in the process of making a tempered glass protector for the Note 2. Guess they just couldn't figure it out.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
Well damn. Have you guys looked at the Seidio Vitreo? Tempered Glass screen protector.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
I was thinking about giving them a shot, but right now I'm back to a SGP Ultra Crystal and okay with it
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
I ordered Clairvue. I'll give you all an update when I get it installed and going.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mingkee:
I used to have it but it fell apart (got Y-shaped big scratch and coating went off...both were visible after wiping with damp cloth). Now I went back to iSmooth and I am happier.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
I got mine installed. It seems to be really nice except the whole oleophobic thing seems to be cheap crap. There's smudges all over the screen. Installation was easy, however there are smudge like markings going up the screen that will only go away when I wipe down the phone with a micro fiber cloth. I have this problem on any phone that I use a screen protector on that wasn't ghost armor, zagg, or any thing made out of a similar material. I'll see if I can get some pictures of what I'm taking about.

Over all tooth, I really like the way it makes the phone look. It gives you a real sense of security about the screen knowing you have tempered glass on there.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crzycrkr:
Don't get too much of a sense of security. In my experience is extremely soft. Did your edges stay down all the way around the perimeter?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] crkdslider:
They absolutely did. I'll get some pictures for you guys. Standby.