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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] niccuany:
Rocking the MIME Feather Glass right now, and I must say it is amazing. I'd say it feels much better than the Ghost Glass. Very happy.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MamomaN:
For all SPG glas tr

After using for a while , any kind of problems appears ??

Tell me ur experiance plz
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MaggieBeer:
Spigen Glas T nano

Got the Spigen Glas T Nano today. Installed it using the hinge method and it was successful. Love the feel and the look. I have a tiny air bubble in the corner but I'm hoping it will go away.

Very happy with my purchase in general.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] darrendm:
Lightly relevant question:

Where can you get stickers for the home button when using glass screen protectors? I am using the SGP jelly bean button that came with a case I got a while back but it is starting to discolour. eBay seems to be no good for these, I am in the UK also.

In addition, I am using the Cruzerlite Open Experience case with a glass screen protector and the protector is being pushed up around the edges where the lip of the case is pushing against the thickness of the protector, are others having this problem as well?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Jabberwockyyy:
Have you looked at the aluminium home buttons from Spigen also?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MamomaN:
Anyone ? ^
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Jhong209:
Mimeusa has them for 2.50 each. Or eBay. I think mime has free shipping on US orders at the moment.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kelmar13:
I've had two that start bubbling and failing to stick in random places (both within 3 weeks of install).
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] bibymon:
I have been using glass tr for 3 months, till now i don't have any problem
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] beronio:
New member to the club.

Just ordered one from eBay. When it arrives I'll post some impressions.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] big samm:
Just received mine yesterday a glass t.r... I wonder why I didn't knew this product before... installation was a breeze, and the results are stunning super crystal clear, relly glad I bought this thing :)

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] dtrinh4000:
my glas tr has been great so far. been on for 2 weeks roughly... i wiped down my screen with rubbing alcohol, then put a raised button sticker on my button, used nitrile gloves and applied the glas tr. initially had a small bubble but smoothed it out in 5 minutes. since then, no bubbles, peeling or anything so far. it's pretty perfect for me and works will with my trident aegis case.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
This is the one I got

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NEW-...Galaxy-S4-i9500-free-shipping/1083548820.html
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] p.brazauskas:
Hello,

I'm looking into purchasing tempered glass screen protector for my new S4 I got, but can't decide even after reading whole this thread from 1 post till the last one took me 2 days :eek:

First I thought I'm going to get the iLoom but didn't like that it doesn't have rounded corners, then MIME for the great review and especially CS.

But since I'm from UK and no one sells them here getting it from MIME with shipping and custom tax price just ridiculous.

So left with Spigen and they're great CS, NOT :rolleyes:

I don't think I would like GLAS.t NANO SLIM since it doesn't have round edges and I saw pics that has a lot of lint on the edges I guess it picks it up more then rounded edge. Then slimness is nice and all but I feel it would offer less protection than the thicker glass.

Now I read good review about GLAS.tR but I think they discontinued it and now only selling GLAS.tR SLIM, whitch I think would be perfect, but I have some concerns since I read couple of reviews on UK Amazon people saying it cracked at the edge and then all the way throught the screen after only mont of use. I think since it's thinner than the original tR, but that might as well be an isolated occurrence. There isn't much reviews on UK Amazon on this product.

Any people rocking new GLAS.tR SLIM any feedback? I feel maybe I got drawn bit too much into all this protecting stuff spending £17.99 on case and now trying to justify shelling out £24.99 on screen protector combined total of £42.98. When my deductible on phone insurance to replace the phone is £60.00 :confused:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] custo:
If you plan on buying a Spigen, better PRAY it comes issue free. I've read that they're customer service is the worst, but I ordered anyways and hoped for the best. Turns out

everyone

that said their customer service was bad was correct. I placed an order on July 24th. When it arrived, there was a chip on the bottom left. It takes their CS department at least 24 hours to get a response from. Lately it's been taking 3+ days. They made me ship back the defective glass screen protector,

at my own cost

. After explaining how unfair it was for me to pay for shipping for their defective product, they reimbursed me the shipping costs. When they issued me my coupon for my replacement, they issued me a coupon for the wrong product. When they issued me a second coupon, it was a coupon for a partial discount. So here I am, 47 days after my purchase date and I still do not have a Spigen Glass protector... Ridiculous.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] p.brazauskas:
I feel your pain, but there is not much options here in UK since iLoom and MIME are not selling in UK Amazon and it would take ages if I had to send product back to US if it would be faulty or something. I know Spigen CS sucks but at least they're products are good quality, I have they're Crumena pouch for S3 which I'm very satisfied with and now NEO hybrid case for S4 which I like a lot too. I guess I'm going to take a risk and hope for SP god's to be in my favor ;) OK I'm starting to lose it now too much reading on SP's it's time to go to bed now :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] robinmwoolery:
I recently bought a Spigen Glas.t Nano Slim & the corners were rounded instead of straight. I was surprised since everything I'd seen showed & /or said tje edges were straight. Unfortunately, the backing on the adhesive side was stuck quite well to a corner & trying to get it off resulted in the corner getting cracked so I have an e-mail sent to Spigen with fingers crossed.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] BackdoorJesus:
Spigen Glas.t NANO

Hey guys I got the Spigen Glas.t NANO and really like it; it went on just fine (though I would have saved myself a little time and stress if I had discovered the "hinge method" before I put it on, but no worries.

It's super thin - when it is on there it is relatively flush with the bezel around the screen, if not a little lower; it appears quite sturdy and I like the feel/responsiveness of it, and the phone fits perfectly into my Seidio Surface case.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sparky19692:
Don't know how many of you are in the Michigan area but for those that are Meijers now carries the Spigen GlasstR for $24 not a bad price. I don't mind paying taxes if I can just pick it up.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
So which do you guys suggest? I'm thinking of either the Glas.tr slim, the Glas.t Nano, BodyGuardz, or the Tech Armor one. Which would one suggest? Also how do you guys apply them? I always seem to get something under when I put on a screen protector :(
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xionation:
Tempered Glass M

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121128576779?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

I picked up one of these and i absolutely cant fault it,

I put it through a test, got a steak knife and viciously attacked it.. ive had it for over a month now and theres still no visible scratches.. very resistant to smudges aswell.. easy to apply
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MamomaN:
asking about SGP GLAS.tR SLIM + Ballistic Aspira case

anyone tested both and fits fine/perfectly ?

please confirm
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Thanks for that. :) Very cheap, may order one, 30 dollars for a screen protector seems too much.

A couple of questions, if you dont mind:

- I notice most of the branded ones have cutouts for the sensors while this one dosent...is this a problem?

- Do you recommend it?

- How long did it take to get there and where are you based?

Cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
About a month to Bulgaria. Sensors are not covered, only camera and capacitive keys.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] :
I got the Caseology Shatter Resistant 6H 0.27mm

Just came in today so I will put on tonight and take some picture etc
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alliktaavo:
Good thing I happened upon your post. Been looking for a tempered glass protector, but I'm not in a hurry, as I'm satisfied with a matte ordinary protector, also I don't want to pay some huge amount nor buy some shady seller/company. I know...the usual understanding is that if you have enough for a 600$ phone then you should also afford 30-40$ protectors and cases or alternatively a new phone/ repairs if something happened....but I'm a student and it was my summer-goal to get myself a S4 (and a pebble...now my white pebble is shipped also to accompany my beautiful white S4 :D ) and now because of school I don't have any income anymore....

sry guys

...

once again started a friggin long monologue

.....

anyways....the price is really good....although the hardness is "only" 6H (compared to 3-4 of ordinaty protectors)......what's even better....caseology's amazon store ships to Estonia, which I already thought impossible....definitely let me know when you post the pictures and a review somewhere :D
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] flyingwolf:
This has nothing to do with the screen protectors, but just a general friendly advice.

Please stop using chains of periods.... to denote pauses in your statements, commas work very well.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alliktaavo:
Sorry, once again, I'll try to check myself a bit more, it's a bad habit I got from online messengers. I know commas work well, I guess I just felt myself a bit too freely here!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] flyingwolf:
No worries friend.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Why don't you buy the aliexpress /ebay alternative the other users suggested? That's what I am thinking about, I have a hard time accepting to pay 30 bucks for one... They cost 8 or 10 bucks.

Edit: I would be thankful if someone who bought the cheap one could do like a mini review or something... For instance, have you tried a branded version like spigen, so you can compare both? It just sounds a little too good to be true...

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] :
So I get home, open my package to see this awesome screen protector made of glass my Caseology...What I received was a iRiver, Marvelous Window Aegis Premium crystal protection film that is flimsy. SMDH!! I contacted back the company through Amazon, but probably will not send back as I paid for shipping and it was only 2.99. I probably won't order a glass protector now because I will not pay $20 or more for it. Ill just stick to Tech Armor Matte or Clear protectors that I have used in the past with success
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
That sucks... So you paid for a tempered glass protector and got a normal plastic one? How much did you pay? I would send it back...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alliktaavo:
I've been thinking about those as well, but I'd like some name to be attached to the product for more assurence. Then I can at least search around for the exact product. Looks like there's no other choice now anyways.

What did they reply? I'd suggest mentioning them about giving them a bad review, because you didn't receive the product they described nor anything like it for that matter, you might get a refund at least. The aliexpress/ebay generic ones are around 10$ as much as I've seen. I'm still thinking about ordering from them, because thay have a hardshell case and the protector combo with the same price and some nice looking and reasonably priced TPUs as well. Of course will I get what I ordered is another question to ponder about.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
If you notice, both users that gave us the links from Aliexpress and Ebay bougth the exact same product. I also found that exact product in Amazon but also without any customer reviews yet.

I think it would be safer for us if there were some reviews from who already bought it. I was hoping for the 2 users from this thread to give us a little more info regarding it :)

Cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alliktaavo:
How thick is the protector? Is it written anywhere? Can it be used without a home button sticker? Are the corners rounded?

Is the part under the home button covered with glass as well or isi it really like in the pictures?

I'll try to notice from now on then :D

Still the last mentions from ali and ebay don't seem to be for the same product, the one on ali is supposed to have the under part of the home button without glass (according to the pictures) and the one on ebay doesn't have home button stickers listed anywhere.

Though their packaging is really similar, but they still seem to be different.:confused:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
The one I got from ali covers under the home button, and had three buttons in the package
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Thanks for the tip. Some questions please, if you dont mind:

- Do you like it or did you have any issue with it, like peeling of with time?

- Does it bring home buttons or it dosent need them?

Yours must have a much quicker shipping than the one from aliexpress the other user suggested, although being more expensive. Where are you based and how much did it take to get it?

Cheers :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xionation:
I absolutely love it... It covers menu button and back button the only part it doesnt cover is the sensors and camera at the top... fitted it perfectly the first time no bubbles whatsoever, hasnt started to peel from any corners yet so not complaining!

There is no protection for the button but i dont need that anyway as the glass raises above it slightly.

Im based in the north-east of england and it took literally about 3 days to arrive...

Cant stress how much im happy with it enough!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Thanks for the input, M8.

However, I just ordered the Aliexpress alternative, it´s half the price and I´m a dirty cheap guy. heheheheh

Sometime next month I will get it, I hope ;)

Cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
Here's a picture of the Ali protector I got (and a tech21 case). Terrible picture quality and lighting, I know, but at least you can see the shape.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Thanks. :) But we cant really see anything since it´s in a very low resolution...

Can you please tell me if its the same as the one another user bought on ebay, please? http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=45591013&postcount=337

Cheers :good:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
Here's how the package looks.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
In the link you provided and from where I ordered the screen protector (http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NEW-...Galaxy-S4-i9500-free-shipping/1083548820.html) there is no photo like that one. Are you sure it´s the same?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
The shape of the one I've got looks very similar to the e-bay one, but it covers the front facing camera and it has rounded corners.

My neighbour bought yet another one on ebay which is terrible because it's just stuck to a larger piece of polycarbonate or something, instead of between two sheets of foil, so it seems impossible to install it on your phone.

---------- Post added at 08:48 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:45 PM ----------

Yes. The last two pictures in the link are what you're actually getting.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
I´ve read the one with rounded corners would be best suited for using without a case and the straight one´s for using with a case. I will be using it with a Spigen Slim Armor View case, since you say it´s a rounded corners one do you thing there will be a problem? If so I can still cancel my order and order the ebay one the other user suggested.

Thanks for your help once again
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
I'm not sure about the slim armor. My tech21 fits just around the protector so it wouldn't matter if it's rounded or not. Problem would be if the case goes further in
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] MamomaN:
what is the best methods to perfectly install sgp GLASt.R glass + Aluminum Home Button

anyone have a good video showing how to perfectly apply it ?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] WestmontDon:
I chose the Tech Armor ballistic glass because:

1) I'm cheap and didn't want to pay the extra $$ for the Spigen glass

2) It got good reviews on Amazon (and I wonder why!)

3) When I posted a good review on Amazon I got to choose another Tech Armor item of the same or lesser value for free! So I got two protectors for the price of one.

The glass works OK although I've not tried other protectors on my S4 to compare it with but it fits nicely with my D30 case and the sensitivity is reasonable. It retains finger prints and smudges more than I would like but overall, I'm happy.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] teetu:
Spigen or Tech Armor which would you recommend :confused:

Spigen has one which is compatible with S Cover but any suggestion or recommendation would be great help before buying ...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xuser:
Thanks for the link. How thick is the screen protector? Does it also cover the bottom part section of the home bottom too? Does it cover the front facing camera? Is it crystal clear like glass, or does it have a frost color or have any anti glare coating that darkens the screen? Thanks!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] pruhster:
It covers everything but the three sensors around the speaker. I can't tell exactly how thick it is. .4 or .5 I believe. It's clear and feels and looks like there isn't anything on the screen. After two months of use I do have a little scratch but it's hard to spot and after all that's the point of such a protector (I scratch my S3 without a protector pretty quick).
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] joeyd161:
I'm a big fan of bestskinsever & phantom skinz. I prefer wet application skins over the ones that are just peel & stick
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Aren't those made of plastic? This is a thread about GLASS screen protectors, not plastic ones.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sameer1807:
Mime USA has very good customer service. Ordered a feather glass and in less than a month, scratches appeared so I sent them pics and they offered me a free one. The glass is very good quality, offering the same smoothness and feel of the original s4 glass and its very thin.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] psu90:
I bought the Zagg Extreme. It's one of the toughest protectors I've seen. I put one on my son's iPhone (I know blasphemy) and if it can survive what he put it through it can surely survive anything I put my S4 through.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xreflection:
I have a video showing the GLASt.nano. It's not the GLASt.R, but it should be similar process.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpsBbld0E2A
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] AdoSA:
Hey guys. Did anyone acctualy try those cheap china models from ebay? I saw them selling for just a couple of bucks and they have pretty much positive feedback

EDIT:

Sorry... I just fould seperate topic about those cheap glass protectors :) cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
I ordered one from Aliexpress but other users say they are pretty good for the price, once mine gets here I will post a mini review ;)

Cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Jabberwockyyy:
Been using a glas.t nano for a couple of months. The smoothness is simply unparalleled although I do feel that the oleophobic coating wears off a little quickly if you play a lot of games that require rapid swiping motions across the screen. That only affects the screen's ability to resist oil and prints though and after wiping down it is as smooth as ever.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] egore93:
For everyone using a tempered glass screen protector I just came a cross a great screen cleaner that cleans it and makes it resistant to smudges and repels water and dust. The product is called Oakley nano - clear Hydrophobic pen. Its a little pricy at $20. Its made for sunglasses and I thought heck I will try it on my tempered screen to see if it helps with finger smudges and it works very well. It make the screen very slick.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] i n f a m o u s:
Does the Spigen screen protector come with three jelly buttons and a back cover just like in the YouTube video? I just purchased their aluminum home button but I'm planning to return it if the screen protector comes with the jelly buttons.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kelmar13:
Both of mine did. Aluminum buttons are with it IMO though. HATED the look and feel of the cheap jelly ones.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Mr. bird:
Yeah the cheap jelly ones suck.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CC268:
So is the Spigen Nano Glass Screen Protector worth the $35? Never used a glass screen protector before.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kelmar13:
I had problems with both of my Spigen ones. However, YES, I think glass protectors are worth the money (if the one you get doesn't have problems).
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CC268:
What exactly was wrong with them?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] zen0s:
I have it on my S4 and it looks awesome! It feels so smooth while I Swype and protects very well. Just make sure to install them in clean dust free area, it's hard to remove dust without ruining the edge adhesive. It's money well spent! Also I like that they have replacement policy, you can get two replacement for each order number. It will cost $18 for the nano.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
While I havent received the Glass Screen Protector I ordered I believe it´s a very nice idea to have one, especially because I broke my old Galaxy S3 screen, twice. However I think paying 35 bucks for one is a bit over the top. That´s why I ordered one from Aliexpress for 7 dollars (you have it on ebay also). Other users that did the same say they are pretty good for the price, 0,4mm thick and rounded edges, etc. I should be getting it any day now since it´s been 15 days since I ordered it, I will post a mini review once I get it.

Heres the link to the deal:

NEW Arrival Explosion-proof Tempered Glass Film Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500 free shipping

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NEW-Arrival-Explosion-proof-Tempered-Glass-Film-Screen-Protector-for-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-i9500-free-shipping/1083548820.html

Cheers
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kelmar13:
Both separated from the screen in different places after a few months use (yes, properly cleaned and prepped). First was after heavy GPS use and in bottom portion of screen. Second started in the top corner and ended up spreading down entire left side of the phone and then across the top like drawing a line from the bottom corner to the earpiece.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CC268:
ehh...not sure its worth 35 dollars then. I have a Ghost Armor screen protector which I have NEVER had issues with and although it isn't glass, its a rubberized material. Maybe I will just stick to a nice case to protect the screen like my Otterbox Commuter
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] flyingwolf:
I could easily state the previous users issue would be due to user error.

I have 3 S4's in the house, all with glass screen protectors, all of them are perfectly applied and show no signs of coming apart. Most of the time you would not even know it is there.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CC268:
Well when I can scram up the $35 bucks I might buy one!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Why not buy the cheap one I suggested, then?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] nikzDHD:
I've had the LAA Monolith one from aliexpress for the last month or so and it's been fantastic. Hardly get any oil residue on it. Clarity is excellent. The surface is smooth and for the price I paid it's a bargain compared to the popular ones here. Prior to that I had the MIME but when I sent it for repair they took it off.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Badelhas:
Can you please post the link to your Aliexpress deal?

Thanks :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CC268:
I am a bit anal about buying knockoff items.