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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] a5ian300zx:
Would any of these tampered glass protectors work with Seidio surface case?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] grabshell:
Can anybody pls., post the thickness of the following glass protectors?

Brando

Glas.Tr

Glas.T

Mime

iLoome

Bodyguardz

etc.

Thank you.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
Yes, it all comes down to personal preference. I'm sure Spigen is a good product too based on reviews. I'm sure there is some residue underneath the tempered glass...how else does it make it stick to the screen :) We may not see it, but it's definitely there.

Now, I hope Spigen produces some better available cases for Note 3 as I love that S View Armor case. I'm not sure if I can wait....
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
What you say still doesnt make sense to me.. if the residue is such a big problem how come things are not blurry on the phone screen.

When we can see the phone screen pristine with pristine HD qualtiy through the screen protector.. why not through the flash or the camera?

I have taken tons of pictures of europe and and in dark light in various parties through my S4 which had a glas.t protector, and without any screen protector in the start, the image quality is the same.

You are talking something that is just in your mind.. i am talking and showing you something that is just on the face.. the huge cutout that is so so visible and makes the face of the phone look ugly.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] grabshell:
The very huge cut out is really a deal breaker for me that's why I went with brando based on the posted photo several pages back..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
like I said before, it's a clear reside that we can't see with the naked eyes. All of these tempered glass use it so that it can stick to the screen.

That's the thing..it's all down to personal preference. You might find big people ugly, while I find them beautiful :)

In the end, buy what makes you happy....
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ludow:
I second that. Brando 9H Glass is awesome. I just installed that one. :D

http://shop.brando.com/Brando-Works...n-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-_p09879c1616d008.html
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
So, how is that bad?:confused:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] darkleafar:
I second this, along with another question. Which one has the top reviews? To be honest, I did not even know actual glass screen protectors existed until 2 days ago. lol. So bear with me, I am new to this category of procuct
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
Why are you asking me that question since I never once said it's bad? LOL

I picked MIME over the others because I don't want it covering the camera, sensor, and flash. That's my personal preference. If you don't like that answers, then I have nothing else to say LOL.

Have a Happy Friday. :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hawkeye680:
Interested in this as well. I ordered the MIME last night and want the Surface case.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] m.alba:
You can't go wrong with any of them. I can tell you that Spigen is the most popular brand.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
what is the thickness on the brando?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] JawjaBill:
What's the thickness of the Brando?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
I don't have the Brando, but this is the response I got from their rep:

"The raw glass material is 0.26mm thick and the total thickness of the

glass protector with finishing is 0.48mm."

Their response makes me wonder when other companies list their thicknesses, if they're referring to raw glass thickness or overall thickness?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
Umm, does'nt that come in the wake of pessimism? Either you are rolling back your words in your slapstick sense of humor or just moulding your words to fit into the fact that there is nothing bad about spigen but you have to say something to make believe yourself that you have an argument that you have won the crown for. As a matter of fact i was just stating facts with realities thats seen on hand and not something instilled in the mind.

One of the reason i went with spigen is the thickness is comparatively lesser at 0.26, now cos its so think it does not really matter if the screen is rounded edge or not, as we all anyways use a case with a lip around the bumper. And the life time warranty to add to.. with free replacement.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
Here is the partial info I've been able to gather from other users and my direct conversations with the brand reps:

Brando: Raw glass is 0.26mm thick, with the overall thickness (with finishing) is 0.48mm (info from Brando rep)

Glas.Tr Slim: 0.4mm

Glas.T Slim: 0.26mm

Mime Ghost Glass: 0.32mm (info from MIME rep)

Mime Feather Glass: 0.15mm (based on Feather version for other phones)

iLoome Tempered: 0.4mm (info from iLoome rep)

iLoome Flex: 0.12mm (info from iLoome rep)

Bodyguardz: ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
iLoome flex looks interesting.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ludow:
Brando is thinner compared to to Spigen t/tr. I removed Spigen t.r to install Brando's one. Brando is made in Korea too.

Furthermore Spigen's Ultra clear is great too (protective film).
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
As I stated in my previous post, I wonder when Spigen quotes their thickness of 0.26mm for the Glas.T Slim, if that's just referring to the raw glass thickness and not the overall thickness... the response for the Brando rep has me questioning how each manufacturer is quoting their thicknesses...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
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That makes sense. I just woke up to iLoome flex's thickness which is hardly anything. I wished they had it in stock.. i would like to try that one instead of spigen now.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Skander1998:
Reviews in all other phones call the flex plasticky and doesn't feel like glass.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
Good info. Point noted. :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
See that's interesting...

1. Brando claims that their raw glass thickness is 0.26mm, with an overall thickness of 0.48mm (straight from Brando rep).

2. Spigen claims their Glas.t Slim thickness is 0.26mm and their Glas.tr Slim thickness is 0.4mm (they don't quote any raw glass thickness vs. overall thickness, so I don't know which one they're actually referring to).

If we assume Spigen is quoting raw glass thickness and not overall thickness, then your observation that the Glas.tr Slim (0.4mm) is thicker than the Brando (0.26mm) seems right. That would make the Glas.T Slim (0.26mm) comparable to the Brando...

If Spigen were quoting overall thickness, then you should have seen the Brando (0.48mm) being thicker than the Glas.tr (0.4mm), which you didn't.

I'm inclined to say most manufacturers are actually quoting raw glass thickness and not overall thickness (where Brando quotes both)...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
Per thickness on 0.26 is true for spigen, i was reading on android central.. and someone mentioned that they have a glass.t nano (0.15mm) on their iphone and a glass.t on their note 3.. and they cant say the difference.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
Hmm, I've read quite the opposite... There are a few users who said the iLoome Flex feels slightly plasticky (but better than true plastic film), but most I've read have said they couldn't tell the difference between the Flex and tempered glass. They say there is a residue that is initially on the Flex that may not make it feel as smooth, but will dissipate in a few hours/days.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wilflare:
still undecided as to what glass SP to buy hmm
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
Yes, I don't doubt Spigen's thickness claims. The question was if they're quoting raw glass thickness or overall thickness (with finishing). I'm inclined to say they're quoting raw glass thickness only.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DKYang:
The iLoome flex is just a plastic screen protector with glass coating (if that makes any sense) to make it almost as hard as glass.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sodomanaz:
Just received the Incipio tempered glass screen protector. Unfortunately, despite them double bagging it in bubblemailers, it arrived cracked. Going through amazon to try it again!

$.95 plus $4.99 shipping,
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] a5ian300zx:
I have ordered a iloome one I just hope it fits as it seems tight around the screen.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
Just called them on 949-502-5121 and their rep told me that the 0.26 is over-all thickness.. thats the thickness you will get out of the box, when i asked them about raw thickness and overall thickness, he mentioned the specifications they have on their site is what the customers will get on hand.

I asked about the delay in neo-hybrid, and they mentioned that they have a huge consignment on the way and should be in by next week.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] 07aspenx:
I just installed the MIME on my note 3 and my wife's S4. Fits perfect and has a cutout by the sensor and front camera.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Techfreq:
How much of the screen is actually covered

Is there a gap at all between the border of the protector and the edges of the screen? Any chance you can take some pics?

Thanks,
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] darkleafar:
The only manufacturer I sort of know of all the ones mentioned is Spigen. Which one is better? i mean which one of these manufacturers has a better reputation, better clearness on the screen, better anti scratch resistance? Or is there really even a difference? As far as the glass used in each of these products goes, are we talking "car world" where the manufacturer will actually engineer and produce main components from scratch (engines)? Or are we talking "computer world" where manufacturers will buy the parts from major part manufacturers and stick it in their product and put a stamp of their brand on it (motherboards)?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DKYang:
From the looks of it, at least some of these companies make it themselves without using a generic manufacturer. MIME claims to create theirs in house while others I'm not sure.

As for which one is better, I think they are all the same. The only difference is the design, thickness, and customer service. I've only experienced MIME and haven't had any issues.

If you don't want to spend too much, there are ones from ebay that goes for about $15-20 I think. Seems to have pretty good reviews for other phones I've read about.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
That's interesting. If Spigen is really quoting overall thickness (and not just raw glass thickness), then I'm not sure why a previous poster observed his Brando protector (0.48mm overall thickness) being thinner than his Spigen Glas.tr Slim (0.4mm). Maybe Spigen is intentionally underestimating their thickness specs.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DeathBlimp:
cannot find this promo anywhere, really expensive for 40 bucks regular price
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mattias28:
I got my iLoome Flex earlier this week. I was going to use it for a bit before commenting but since you're talking about it.

I am very satisfied with it so far. It's very smooth once most of the residue is rubbed off.

If it is just a glass coating then there is a lot of it because when it's cold, you can feel how cold it gets like glass. I picked up my package from the post office so it was cold when I got it (back room has no heat?). By the time I got home and opened it, the Flex was very cold to the touch. Icy cold! I know it's not an indication of composition but it was cold like a piece of glass for whatever it's worth.

I love how THIN it is. No issues with transparency. Yes it's not as smooth as the original N3 glass but again I've only had a few days so there's probably still residue on it. It's still smoother than plastic screen protectors already and maybe it'll get even smoother.

I would definitely order it for again or for other devices.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Techfreq:
After spending most of the day reading up I finally decided to go with MIME. Ordered direct this afternoon and they shipped it out same day :) will post pics upon arrival.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] c-mack:
Finally my iloome screen mate tempered glass shipped today. And I received my spigen slim Armor today as well. .
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wilflare:
hmm is 0.4 or 0.3 better?

I was told that thicker is better.. is that true?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] -Nx-:
Could someone report any issue with Brando tampered glass (without cutout) regarding air gesture / proximity sensor / picture quality of the front camera ? And the accessibility of the home button as well?

I really hesitate with the mime (with cutout).

Thanks !
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wilflare:
just bought the momax brand 0.3mm glass screen protector!

this is amazing, the clarity of a glass screenprotector is at a level of its own
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ultwill:
I honestly don't understand the hype with a glass screen protector.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/221284714467?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

These are cheap, go on with zero air bubbles, and remarkable clarity.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Warrior1975:
You like the way the plastic feels, opposed to glass? I hate the plastic feel on a screen.

Sent from my SM-N900T using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
True, once you witness glass on your screen, you wont like the plasticky touch.

I received by Spigen Glass.t yesterday.. couldnt be more happy. bare minimum fingerprints and smudges after a day of application and heavy use, i havent wiped my screen until now. The application was spot on, no lint or bubbles.. the cutting is just perfect, you cannot even say anything's on it. Love it so far.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] troile00:
I purchased the Bodyguardz Pure and have had it on my phone for two weeks now. I have to say I enjoy it. I've used many screen protectors in the past from other brands (Invisi-shield, bodyguardz, others), and I prefer the glass protector. While I typically use the stylus, when I actually use my finger on the screen it feels great. No drag, butter smooth.

The Bodyguardz came with with a little suction cup for installation, which was a plus. It's possible that all of them do though, but I cannot say. I installed two at once and both were flawless. I have not had any of the lifting issues that others have reported, but I suppose there is still time for that. Although I do suspect the lifting issues may be related to installation...meaning that if you placed it and had to lift it from the screen to place it again...you've failed. It's pretty much a one shot installation.

So far so good.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] craigels:
I ordered an Iloome tempered glass from amazon but it's still showing as an open order when I emailed them they said when it's ships it will change
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] lightpsycho:
Does anyone know if standard thickness protectors (I.e. 0.4mm) will cause issues with rugged cases such as otterbox or in my case the (upcoming) Trident kraken AMS? Like preventing the case from fully closing? Any experiences with other phones could be of use here...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mingkee:
Although I have MIME installed on Note 3, I have TechPro installed on Note 8.0 and the experience is great.

Very smooth and totally no bubble whatsoever.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sitka:
spigen online store just introduced (I think because it wasn't there this morning) a discount when getting the bounce added to cart

Galaxy Note 3 Case Bounce

Special Promotion

25% OFF Galaxy Note 3 Screen Protector GLAS.t SLIM - $26.24

Select Color

Gray	SGP10444	1

I want a Golla style pouch case (zipperless, big droopy flap, no clip) eventually for my Note so this makes sense until the wireless charging situation has come to fruition. ie Decent glass protector and minimal case in a bundle. Hope I only use it a short time OR love it!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cureton:
Bear Motion

ordered this on amazon - I'll test it out...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FDMNGD8/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Bear Motion Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Galaxy Note 3

Extremely hard: Surface Hardness - 9H for extreme scratch resistance

Extremely thin: 0.2 mm

Extremely clear: Premium tempered glass

Extremely responsive: No interference on touch screen responsiveness

Oleo phobic Coating: resists fingerprints and other contaminants and makes the film easy to clean.

$13 US & free shipping on Prime
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sitka:
Galaxy Note 3 Screen Protector GLAS.t SLIM 25% discount

now applies to all case purchases.

seriously that offer wasn't available 2 hours ago, oh to be the web dev late Sunday night, I can relate, For me the bounce would have been my choice anyway. The other hybrid (not the neo) was interesting but I'm fishing for what "to do" so if they put a loved case and a known good protector in front of my nose. I'll bite. Not advertising for them just buying for the first time based on this forum.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kawaisa:
There's a Spigen discount?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sharary:
Yes, for all screen protector
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Manssoor:
Any news about the thinnest glass protecter (Nano) for GN3?

Thank you)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ducster_usa:
For anyone that has a tempered glass screen protector and also multiple cases that they use with their Note 3, I'm wondering does switching the phone from in and out of the different cases cause the glass protector to come off / disrupt it?

I ask because I also have a few cases and am planning to get a tempered glass screen protector but am concerned that the constant switching in and out from different cases could eventually "loosen" the adhesive on the screen protector.

Thanks!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kawaisa:
I used a glass protector with my N2 and had an iFace case which led to lifting of the protector when I kept removing the case. But the iFace cases have a strange lip to them so you'd probably wouldn't have this problem with a normal case.

I just received my $8 glass protector and I'm waiting for my phone to be shipped ugh...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ducster_usa:
Thanks so much for your response. I have multiple cases(I guess I'm a case freak) and was hoping to switch them in and out on my Note 3 after I purchase a tempered glass protector(leaning towards Mime Ghostglass). Now I have to second guess if that is a good idea.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] razzbaronz:
Which glass protector for $8? Can you review once you have the phone please?

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Sitting in my cart, awaiting your review.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gpino001:
Just installed spigen tr, my first glass screen protector, and all I can say is it's awesome. Easy install, very smooth surface. Also got Neo hybrid satin silver case, waiting for screen to get completely settled in before installing. Btw, works fine with pen.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kawaisa:
Yeah, i'll post a review when I get my phone. It was just a generic one I found on ebay but I figured it wasn't worth $30+ for a warranty from Spigen or MIME.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] daveappen:
I know the manufacturers have their specified thicknesses, but how is the actual thickness of the glas.tr on your phone? The MIME ghost glass appears to sit flush with the slightly raised chrome bezel after installation.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] darkleafar:
I have the Neo Hybrid case also, the red one though. You know how the Neo Hybrid has that little raised ledge around the whole body of the phone (screen side), so that when you place the phone screen down on a flat surface the screen is not directly in touch with said surface? Since you have both a Neo Hybrid and a Spigen TR, I have to ask. Does placing the Spigen tr screen protector still leave the ledge (mentioned above) raised above the screen? Or is the screen protector thick enough so that the screen (with screen protector on) becomes flush with the raised ledge provided by the case?

Only someone like you who has both products answer this very specific question. I hope I explained myself well lol.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gpino001:
The bumper is slightly higher, not by much, they go well together

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Sits pretty flush with bezel

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Bumper is slightly higher, not by much. They go well together
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] darkleafar:
You bought the TR, which is the thickest one, correct? So if I were to buy the regular T, the bumper would be even higher above the screen, right? As an owner of the Spigen TR and Neo hybrid case, what do you recommend I get? The TR or the T? what drove you to get the TR over the T?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gpino001:
This is the first Spigen glass I buy, I got the tr cause its offers the most protection. From what I know the tr is thicker. And the note having such a big screen, I wanted toughest one. If you are getting a Spigen Neo Hybrid, then I would go with tr. They fit together just beautifully. I wouldn't know how compatible it is with other cases.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Techfreq:
Received confirmation that my MIME has arrived. Ordered Friday afternoon and its home waiting for me! Pics and impressions when I get off work.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] lightpsycho:
Could you confirm that it's indeed not thicker than the chrome bezel please? I'm shopping around for a "rugged" case and too thick of a protector seem to be an issue with these...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Techfreq:
Sure thing LightPsycho. I'll take pics before and after. I'm assuming you want to know if there's verical gap between the screen protector and the bezel? I'll probably get an Otterbox defender when they're available, so I'm hoping the MIME will allow for that. BTW, what brands models are you considering? I love the defender for its durability but am open to suggestions.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cooper5005:
I bought this Glass screen protector for my Note 3 and it is fantastic, it's thin and you can barely feel it's on

Here's the link : http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261301301207
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] lightpsycho:
Yes that's exactly what I want to know. For myself, I'm considering Trident Case's Kraken AMS as I was really satisfied with it on my S3. Had an Otterbox defender in my days of yore with an iPhone 3GS (1st smartphone, 1st mistake lol) but found the rubber way too tacky when getting the phone in/out of my pockets. I just can't imagine how hard it would be with the large Note 3...but that's just my opinion, somebody else might not be irritated by this...but you'd be better off not wearing tight jeans! Would be okay in cargo pants I guess.

Thing is, Otterbox's defender and Trident's Kraken both have part of the protector cover the top front portion of the phone (where the ear speaker is). This is often an issue with thicker glass protectors as the cases' pieces are designed to snap together without any added thickness...so I fear that those cases would not be usable. BUT, that chrome bezel on the Note 3 makes the screen a bit... "recessed". So maybe, and I say maybe, if the protector's thickness just fills the gap (in thickness) between the screen and bezel, then we would be able to use those cases. Again this is if the manufacturers didn't compensate.

I would also be considering Ballistic Case's SG MAXX because this one has only corners and a slight lip protruding over the phone's front, and it's rubbber that is protruding...whereas with the other two its polycarbonate (no play/flex). This is my rather lenghty two cents lol...!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] neoWhite:
Anyone get their iloome Screenmate yet? Mine said it shipped on the 18th, but the tracking number hasn't updated since
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] razzbaronz:
Thanks for reporting back to us, nice to know this company makes good glass. I looked on eBay, the pricing is about $21 USD. If I was to buy one of these I may as well go with a non-ebay seller and buy a warrantied one for $25 or so at that point.