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[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] alexsoin:
you rock, bloke :)

thanks so much for such detailed info and links!

plz keep us posted with your future experiments! it's too bad that icrap6 and 6+ already got several temp glass protectors with ideally curved/matching shapes and note 4 doesn't seem to get one :( i think it's just a bit easier for icraps which have completely exposed edges but their screens shutters even from falling on a pillow!

btw, this dude seem to get it right but on white SGN 4 and it's known they tend to give less halo! if he applied a tab higher from the bottom it'll be just perfect, temp glass which covers even part of the side bezels!

but still you probably right the best way is just to buy 3/5/10 pack of plastic protectors and forget all that pain with halos, dotted grids, cracks and lifted lips of your favorites cases caused by temp glasses!

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kinda strange that icarez has much better reviews at amazon than zagg hdz!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
Which iCarez? The glass or the PET film?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] alexsoin:
PET film
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jor-d:
The samsung protective cover lifted both Califu and Anoke Full screen tempered glass

TLDR: The califu and the anoke full screen protectors were lifted up by my blue samsung protective cover case which caused them to break.

So I purchased the Califu Full screen glass first and installed it with my Spigen Strong Flex case. I found that the middle of the Califu glass had a kind of weird "wet" look, like there was oil or water trapped in there. Weird, cause I triple check and triple clean my screens before placing the glass (I've gone through quite a few).

So I'm very clumsy and felt that the huge gap by the pen was a no-no for the spigen case as I dropped it exactly right and it got a scratch there - that's the one thing I didn't like about the case (maybe having some color options would be fun).

I purchased the Samsung protective cover in Blue. I loved it and all was well in the world... Until I realized that in the middle of my screen near the top right the tempered glass seemed to be popped up slightly. Weird - I must have put the case on wrong or something. I pop it back down and check the case again and check all the edges. It happened again a few times, until it broke the tempered glass. Crap.. Ok, I hadordered theAnoke when the califu popped the first time, just in case.

Put it on, double checked everything. Put the cover on differently and made sure it was even and in the middle and properly set etc. The glass started raising at the bottom half now. It's cracked now as well.

Sucks... I'm thinking the full screen tempered glass and the samsung protective cover case don't play well. I had the califu with the spigen case for at least 6 weeks with no real problems. The span of time of placing the samsung case with the califu and the anoke cracking is less than a month.

You guys notice anything? I'm thinking I either need to switch cases again or go back to the tempered glass protectors that stopped short of the edges

califu - amazon.com/gp/product/B00PXP38BA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

anoke - amazon.com/coverage-complete-covering-Protectors-Thickness/dp/B00TBCSXOS/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0

spigen case - amazon.com/gp/product/B00MAWRQR6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

samsung case - amazon.com/gp/product/B00NP5GQWI?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
My thought on that is someone using PET film can't compare it to a glass or non-PET film plastic protector because they're not using them.

For a PET film protector the iCarez is probably as good as any of them but to me the question is why would anyone use a PET film protector if you could use something like the Zagg hdx which has protection against screen breakage whereas a PET film protector doesn't?

I can only comment on my experience w/ the Zagg hdx & the iCarez PET film protectors. Only reason I used the iCarez PET film protector was because at the time (last Oct.-Nov.) no one on either xda or Android Central forums had posted about a glass or plastic non-PET film protector that installed w/o a halo & I wanted some degree of screen protection ASAP.

I buy a lot of things from Amazon and always read the reviews prior to purchasing but I bought the hdx directly from Zagg so I haven't read the reviews on Amazon for it. Are the reviews just the N4 or are they other phones too?

I'm completely satisfied with the hdx but I've seen other posts on Android Central forums that it lifts in the corners, I've not had that problem. Because the different carriers N4's are built in different countries there are variances in the screen curvatures so protectors that installed w/o a halo for some did not for others. My iCarez glass protector installed w/o a halo but it was such a dust/fingerprint magnet I had to remove it & install the Zagg hdx. Other xda forum members have posted they've not had that problem with the iCarez glass. So the two things we know for certain is how a protector installs on one N4 doesn't mean it will install that way on another & all of the glass protector manufacturers are having a very difficult time making protectors that install w/o a halo.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] sino8r:
Thanks! I should have went with my gut instincts and just left the icarez plastic one on lol! I received the intelliglass one today, applied it using a hinge method and bam... Halo time! I repacked it and returned to Amazon. Just slapped another icarez plastic (from my 3 pack) on and no problem. I may order a icarez glass one (when I get my refund for the intelliglass) since it is very thin glass and probably the only chance of not having halo. I'd give one of those full size crown types a try but since I use the Samsung protective cover (extremely thin profile) I doubt it would fit. I'll return here soon with any progress. I have Amazon prime so things move quickly:D
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] sino8r:
You are correct about the impact protection. The pet ones have hardness around 4 where the Hdx, my old tech 12, and other premium faux glass ones have true impact protection. The only problem with those are the cost. They are as expensive as the glass ones and don't provide as much protection. I guess I was just doing the math. Really sucks that the glass ones are so unreliable. I may go back to the tech21 in the end if the icarez glass one halos. I am enjoying the icarez pet film for now. Very smooth and doesn't feel like anything is even on my screen unlike the glass one or even the premium plastic ones. I may order another 5 just to have on hand during my experiments.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
The iCarez Glass won't halo, but it will get statically charged, and attract dust. Plus its oleophobic properties aren't as good as other glass protectors.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] disk0360:
I bought the ultimate shield from amazon UK some time ago now.

The first one I installed had some serious halo around one side, the seller sent me another with argument. The second one has been in place with no halo for the last 5-6 month now.

Still perfect and not scratched, still no halo :D

As soon as I change the phone I will be getting another from the same place
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] sino8r:
I kind of remember that on my Note 2 with glass protector. I guess all the options aren't perfect. I may just have to go with the tech21 or zagg hdx. Thanks for the info!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
The Zagg hdx isn't expensive, Zagg regularly runs 50% off sales & it's less than $7, not sure what it is on Amazon.

I was going to order the Tech 21 (which is expensive @ $45 IIRC) when another forum member posted pictures of his & his wife's after 4-5 mos & both had yellowed.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] burntrat:
On Amazon, it can vary from $16-$20. I saw Zagg had a 50% off for Memorial day, but how do you get it for less than $7? Their price is $25 at the moment. Does that price drop around sale dates too?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
I must be mistaken then, perhaps mine was $12.50 at 50% off, bought it last Nov.-Dec. & don't remember exactly how much I paid, only that it wasn't very expensive in relation to the Tech 21.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] alexsoin:
I suddenly saw this one at AMZ today, tech armor 20$ glass! This looks like a nice combo of edge-to-edge temp glass with a case covering the edges of that glass. This should prevent dust from getting under the curved part of the screen. I already send her a question about this case. The downsides that sams logo isn't covered (I can live with that) and case looks kinda cheap (may be there's something similar available in more stylish and sleek category) :)

P.S. If only I knew that Note 4 is such a pain, I stay with my lovely G3 way longer... Any cheap glass with ~5$ case worked just fine!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
It has been a complete PITA trying to find a protector that installs w/o a halo for the N4 which is why this thread is approaching 300 pages. That's why after 7 mos of trying to find a glass protector that installs w/o a halo I'm sticking w/ my Zagg hdx. I've wasted an unbelievable amount of time trying to find a glass protector and I'm done. It is beyond completely ridiculous how difficult Samsung made it to fit a glass protector to this 2.5 screen.

Other than one response on this forum saying the reason for the 2.5 glass is for the virtual reality accessories I have yet to see anything that states any benefit to it. I think the only reason Samsung used 2.5 glass is because the iPhone 6's have it. All of the effort it's taken to put a non PET film protector on this phone has definitely reduced the enjoyment of owning it.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] todd.kennelly:
I'm enjoying my N4 immensely!

It would take h#ll of a lot more than slightly imperfect screen protector to diminish that enjoyment.

Then again, I don't spend much time here.... Maybe that's why. :)

I just use the damn thing....

Its a freakin' phone after all. ;)

Peace. ....and good luck!

...sent from the phabulous HAL 9002, a Sprint Galaxy Note 4.... ;)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] alexsoin:
The screen is perfect IMO at least for N910C Octacore model. I compared like 10 devices in different stores and all of them were extremely close in performnace, color temperature, pure whites and so on. I'm freaking picky about that. Though one dude reported here huge fluctuations in screen quality for quadcore N910A onces. Any IPS screens I saw (from HTC, LG, Sony and icrap's) as well as well as most OLEDs (in Nex6, some Moto models) aren't even close to N4 or S6 and more like old dusty CRT TVs resting in your garage for 15 years vs. high end plasmas! That slightly curved edge is a fault of designers who blindly trying to copy icraps! I'm still willing to try couple more glass protectors in order to protect that Super SUPER QHD AMOLED beauty! Haha
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] sino8r:
Update and final conclusion

Just got the iCarez Glass (.15mm revision. 1st version was thicker) and it is really great! No halo or anything. Doesn't have As good oleophobic properties as the HD pet film does but still better than bare screen. All the glass ones I've used over the years don't have as good fingerprint resistance as pet film. I've found my favorite now lol! I'd say it's as good the tech21 protector but has better more natural feel like no screen protector. The tech21 is made with bullet proof polymer and might have better impact protection. Not 100% sure on that the iCarez Glass has any. I don't know if the glass will last as long as my old tech21 did but only time will tell... For now, I'm enjoying the glass. Wish I didn't order more of the iCarez HD pet film but for 5 bucks they'll make a decent backup if this glass doesn't hold up. As thin as this glass is (almost seems like plastic when applying but doesn't feel that way on. Definitely glass... Might be some weird composite) I doubt it will wear down like a film. I hope my journey through screen protector hell and paradise:p helped some confused folks! This thread is incredibly helpful if you search properly and have extreme patience but it is extremely bloated. Hard to navigate for the non-ocd folks lol!

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I get what your saying (and agree to some extent) but have you ever dropped your phone and cracked your screen or scratched it beyond normal use? I have insurance and repair plan with tmobile but it's just added insurance and peace of mind for the careful, obsessive compulsive, and frugal. This beast was expensive lol! Enjoy your phone as well! We all do as well... I assure you! No one would care about protecting the screen otherwise. Mind blown :silly:
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
Well, after all the money I've spent, probably about £100 I ordered another "Nuglas" £4 glass screen protector from Ebay. It seems to be the perfect fit for my phone, gives no halo and goes as close to the curve as any I've had. I've tried so many protectors ranging from £1 to £30 and this one for me is the best.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Chuckd610:
I just ordered one of those protectors that mimic the original front face of the phone. I'll let you guys know how it looks....coming from China, so don't look for a review any time soon...lol
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Kinsman-UK:
Is that the Momax?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] arvylas:
I'm also waiting for benks edge to edge glass from China. I ordered it a couple of weeks back.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
On your recommendation, I've done the same.

I got my replacement Zagg, and it was a v1, so I knew it would halo. I got in touch with their customer service (who are very nice, btw) and the operative admitted that there was still a problem with halo on the glass product, and so has arranged to send the HDX for me to try.

Although it's disappointing that I can't get a halo-free glass protector from Zagg, I can't fault their customer service, as I've had about 10 replacement protectors from them - the vast majority postage free.

FWIW I've seen this protector installed halo-free, but the slickness/oleophobic coating weren't the best... http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00OL5VDME/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_h1Ukvb0MYYW13
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
I think I have tiny halo with the Nuglas but it's got very tight tolerances to the curve on the screen and you need to fit it exactly, which I haven't. As I said, I'm done with trying to find a perfect glass protector, the Nuglas is amongst the best I've tried and I'm now just throwing away too much money buying more.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
I hear what you are saying. I've tried maybe 10 different glass models (I probably should take a picture of them all) and none of them, apart from the iCarez, have been halo free for me.

If the Nuglas doesn't work for me, then I'll probably stick with the HDX that Zagg are sending (unless it feels horrible). Having had the iCarez, I know that a halo-free install just looks so much better.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] mty msi:
I had the original iCarez glass & it did install w/o a halo but is was such a dust/fingerprint magnet I had to remove it & install a Zagg hdx.

I was cleaning the iCarez daily at a minimum often multiple times daily by contrast I clean the hdx usually every 2-3 days. Zagg's customer service also told me they were still having problems w/ their glass protector haloing & the hdx was their best choice for a N4.

The hdx has neither the slippery feel of glass or the hardness but it did install w/o halo on my black AT&T N4. Overall the hdx is a compromise vs. glass. For me it works well enough to leave it on. If you do install an hdx use the gray S Pen tip, it glides much better on the hdx than the black one.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] masri1987:
has someone tried the JOTO screen protectors with curved edges (Glass) ?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Mr. bird:
I have it with horrible halo
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
Nuglas

The Nuglas arrived today. It's probably a keeper for me. It's cut very small, so the halo, which is present around the button and up the sides, is minimal. The coating is pretty good, but not as slick as Zagg.

Having said this, I think it's the best looking Glass protector I've tried with a decent coating.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
I agree. The annoying thing is, I bought it months ago then took it off and went on the screen protector merry go round, spent crazy amounts and eventually went back to it. Definitely my favourite.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] masri1987:
thanks, re-ordered icarez.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] LancerV:
http://www.amazon.com/Protector-amFilm-Tempered-T-moible-Lifetime/dp/B00XJS2O0E

This is probably the best one I have ever seen
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Venom0642:
Why is it LG G4 this thread is for Note 4.

Running On New Deadly Venom Note 4 v3.0
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] LancerV:
Sorry wrong thread
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] blane3298:
has anybody tried these?

http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Sa...r=8-11&keywords=note+4+glass+screen+protector
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
Yes, I had it. Its OK but I had bad dust under it so took it off after a few days.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] tvane1225:
for those of you having issues with the halo around the edged try this...

get a hair dryer and a piece of 1/8th inch foam from a craft store

heat the screen protector after you install it then place it face down on the foam and throw a textbook on the back

wait like 10 minutes and that should take care of that halo.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] sino8r:
I remember replacing screens on cell phones (mainly glass, sometimes the digitizer) and using a heat gun or hair dryer to remove sealants. This might actually work. Did you do this yourself or is it just an idea?

Also to those who used the icarez and complained (rightfully so I might add) about the surface attracting lint etc.... I ended up slapping on the icarez HD pet film over mine. Works nicely and eliminates half of the crap sticking. Surface looks just as clear as before. Just be sure to line it up carefully and clean it well beforehand. The hinge method install helps alot. Just thought I'd share me new find lol:good:
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] tvane1225:
It works. You don't need to use a heat gun though. You're not trying to get it super hit just enough to make the thin film of adhesive more tacky. It does work. Might not work for everything though. The mime feather glass for example works well with it because it's so thin. I've used this method for smaller edges that were having trouble laying down. Worth a shot either way.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] gerry_753:
I just received and installed my nuglas. I don't know if it was just mine or what. But it seems like it was cut a little too small. There is still just a tiny amount of my screen uncovered on one side while the other side is flush. When the phone is on it looks fine. But when off, my OCD kicks in and is annoying me. Anyone else have this issue? Btw I am using it with a Spigen metal hybrid and a turtleback leather pouch and everything fits and works together nicely.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] dugryce:
Just got the Moshi iVisor Glass for my Galaxy Note 4 (White) coupled with the Galaxy Note 4 Case, Enther® [Ultimate Cushion Plus]Slim Scratch / Dust Proof Hybrid Transparent Clear Case with Shock Absorb Trim Bumper and it makes my Note 4 look SICK! Bought from Amazon! Makes the phone seem encased in glass!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] gerry_753:
The case seems pretty neat. Does it make the phone seem kinda slippery in your hand though?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
It's funny - only yesterday I had a similar thought myself except the other way around. I wondered whether it would be possible to eliminate halo by putting a base layer plastic layer down, and then putting tempered glass on top of that.

I've no idea whether it would all stick, or how it would look, but I might give it a try at some point.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] dugryce:
No...in fact, just the opposite. The case is rubber and only looks like glass. Has a great grip.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] offthatop:
Tech Armor Ballistic worked perfectly on my Note 4 from Verizon, never had an issue with it coming off, I accidentally put it on perfect though, wasn't even trying and dropped the protector on phone and it adhered and never lifted, no bubbles etc. Probably wont be so lucky when my new Note arrives tomorrow.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Kinsman-UK:
I've been using the Moshi for a month and a half now, and it's great. Others have stated that dust will get in underneath the edges, as there is no adhesive under the screen, just around the edge - but I have not experienced this as yet. I put mine on and left the phone under pressure for a day to make sure it had adhered properly - don't know if this made any difference. I'm using it with a UAG case. I also have a Momax on hand to try if the Moshi ever does give problems - the Momax is similar, but has adhesive on the screen part as well. I'm inclined to buy an extra Moshi just to have, as I've been so pleased with it so far. Sorry, but I can't abide the look of the other protectors that come short of the edges of the phone :(
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] dugryce:
Here is the case I was talking about. The reason I post it here is because of how beautifully it compliments the tempered glass screen I bought.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Chuckd610:
I bought a similar one on Ebay. You wouldn't believe how perfect it looks. The back arrow and recent button are exact cut-outs and not just a circle or square like most. It fits edge to edge perfectly. For me, it is the best I've had. Two weeks ago, I got the Pure+Crown. It is garbage. For $45, it should have been perfect. The one from Ebay was $7. It even has the anti-smudge coating ( forgot the real name...lol). Too bad I cannot post the link. PM me and I will offer a better overview (wink).
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] 2skies:
Was thinking of getting one but am slightly turned off by all of the protectors not fully going around the home button. My OCD would kill me every time I looked down and saw half the home button area un-protected. So, no protector for me. :p
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] borijess:
Pm sent
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] raysacr:
I was one of the beta testers for the Zerolemon tempered glass, and that thing was great. But I recently cracked it and needed a new one.

So I followed the advice of someone who posted a few pages back about how the Nuglas tempered glass protector is the best out of all the ones he has gone through...bad decision.

NUGLAS sucks. The damn thing doesn't even cover the LCD portion completely. Only good thing is no halo, but that's a give considered how short in width it is.

Anyways, I returned it. Decided to buy Zerolemon again from Amazon. WTF?! They changed their design from the beta version I got last year! Now, it's exactly like the Nuglas, freaken 1mm short on each side of the LCD portion. Lame.

Any other suggestions?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
I have the Nuglas on mine and its almost a perfect fit,very slight halo but I didn't get a perfect install. Easily the best protector I've tried and covers the LCD exactly. Perhaps our phones screens are cut differently,I think it's been said on here before that some protectors are perfect on some screen but not be n others.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] StevePritchard:
The Nuglas does *just* cover the lit LCD portion of the screen, but it doesn't go to the outside of the black border as most other glass protectors do. It's the trade off between halo and coverage.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Venom0642:
Damn it's a shame all of these tempered glass issues still going on here Wow I have stayed away from theses glass , it's there no use in spending and spending money ? this is crazy just thought I pass bye and put my 2 cents lol ?.

Running On New Deadly Venom Note 4 v3.0
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Batfink33:
Yep. It's a trade off. Nothing much else we can do with the N4.