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[Nexus 6 Accessories] Radicchio:
I think that's what is so frustrating in trying to decide what to use for a screen protector. I've been reading the posts here for some time, as well as checking elsewhere on the Internet, and there is simply no consensus on what is the best. There has definitely been some consensus when it comes to agreeing that certain screen protectors don't work at all. However, those that do get positive reviews also get a number of negative ones.

It makes me wonder what the tolerances are in producing these phones. I wouldn't have thought there would be that much variability. Evidently there is, though, which is turning the search for a screen protector into a guessing game of trial-and-error. As much as I like the ergonomics of the N6, I would gladly lose that and not have the curved glass in order to be able to satisfactorily fit a glass screen protector on the screen.

I've read enough opinions about various screen protectors to know that another person's experience may not be what mine will be, probably due to the combination of expectations of each user plus the difference in each phone.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mikgabo:
Has anyone actually observed these supposed "variances" in the n6 screen?

I think the more likely culprit, is variances in the respective TGSP, wouldn't that make more sense?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] StephenP85:
I witnessed it in person last week and wish I had photographed it. Visited family out of state last week, and my brother's friend stopped by. He had a CW 64GB N6, but no screen protector. We got to talking about tempered glass (he'd never tried one) and the curved edges of the screen. He didn't even realize there were curved edges (understandable if you have no reason to look for them or consider it). Looked more closely at his phone, and it has a steeper, sharper curve than mine. No idea how it correlates with color, storage size, carrier, or manufacture date. Subtle to the naked eye honestly, but noticeable on very close inspection and knowing what to look for. Too bad I did not have another "full-size" TGSP to experiment with. The variance in screens may explain the halo, but it doesn't explain the lifting around speaker cutouts and whatnot, which I think can be blamed on TGSP variance. Either they aren't quite flat enough, or there's some issues with adhesive application in the factory.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mikgabo:
Interesting, thanks.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jhk0215:
I got my revised XtremeGuard today and there was no halo effect but it doesn't sit very well on the top and bottom speakers, mostly one the top
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mikgabo:
Can you please post some pics?

Also do u know the build date?

32 or 64gb?

Cheers
[Nexus 6 Accessories] msd24200:
I agree, I've still not opened my orzly or the EZgaudz. Worried it would be a waste of time!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
My orzly is in my nightstand collecting dust. Its not even worth installing due to its small size and lack of coverage. I'm still waiting on iloome so maybe there is hope.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] msd24200:
He may have asked about that hear but also mentioned glass screen protectors in the same comment! So the comment could easily sway toward either or both threads.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
Thanks for stoking the flames that subsided.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Jfree3000:
Off topic but that made me laugh Paisan.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] StephenP85:
If you aren't planning to return the EZGuardz, might as well try it, because if it happens to be a perfect fit for you, then you've essentially completed your quest for a screen protector. Coverage doesn't get higher than that.

For anyone keeping track of my constant swapping out of TGSPs, here's where I am:

1. Orzly -- laid down fine, but the coverage isn't very good

2. Casebase -- same as Orzly, but cheaper and comes with two, if the Orzly cut is something you're OK wtih.

3. EZGuardz -- small halo around the edges and lifting by the speakers. Not terrible, but not great. Best coverage, obviously, but cut too large to be suitable for every Nexus 6. YMMV based on quality/coverage of adhesive on the TGSP and the curvature of your screen.

4. Casebase + dbrand skin -- awesome at first, but ended up getting snagged on something either in my pocket or on a table while traveling over Christmas break (or else my nephews messed it up and didn't say anything), and the part overlapping the screen protector ended up lifting and never would stay down properly again.

5. Jelly Comb (latest revision) -- best so far. Its size is bigger than the Orzly and smaller than the EZGuardz. No Halo. But... there's some slight lifting on the bottom near the speaker. I may go to the store tomorrow and buy some binder clips to try and fix it.

Next attempt will be whatever dbrand can come up with. I really liked that skin, but it just wasn't meant to adhere the way I had it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] msd24200:
The EZgaudz I was waiting for my poetic revolution to come in first
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
:) no ill will towards you on my part, my friend.

---------- Post added at 12:20 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:17 AM ----------

I haven't had any lift yet with the revised Jelly Combs. It's a tad smaller than i'd like, but still the best TSG's so far, IMO
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jfu:
My ezguardz covers the proximity sensor and messed it up. It won't calibrate with the "power button ends call" method. Is there any other workaround or am I going to have to get a different one?

Also, has anyone used this: http://www.amazon.com/PLESON®-Upgrade-Version-protector-Touchscreen/dp/B00QPOMOZ4/
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mikgabo:
Have u tried to Re-boot the phone?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mustyrash:
I think my ezguard has arrived, it looks like its a bit too big for the screen and will provide a halo effect. I've not applied it as this device will be rma'd for yellow and pink tint. Also is this the correct packaging or have prestige solutions sent me a different brand tgsp.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jhk0215:
My XtremeGuard came in that same packaging and considering that they are both the same company i think the revised XtremeGuard is the exact same as the EzGuard
[Nexus 6 Accessories] ultratipe:
I buy a Nillkin 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector Comb. from amazon.

But it send from China, so I need to wait it for a long time. :(

It is look nice, maybe it is a good protector. It has 2 camera glass protectors!

I hope any China NEXUS 6 users give me your reviews. :)
[Nexus 6 Accessories] biggiestuff:
Just got my ezguard and it has a weird cut compared to everyone else's ezguard. One of the cuts around the speaker is very wide.

It's much better than the extreme version I initially got but still not sitting right around the speaker.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] msd24200:
Mine is the same as well
[Nexus 6 Accessories] irock1985:
5. Jelly Comb (latest revision) -- best so far. Its size is bigger than the Orzly and smaller than the EZGuardz. No Halo. But... there's some slight lifting on the bottom near the speaker. I may go to the store tomorrow and buy some binder clips to try and fix it.

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Mine is exactly the same at the bottom, and I mean exactly! But like you said its the best so far so I'm sticking with it. Doesn't bother me much.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] HyperM3:
Ok, so as an update to my issues with the bodyguardz protector.

They responded to my email and asked what I wanted to do. I saw they have this new PURE HD protector that seemed to have the same type of protection but in plastic instead of glass. I asked them to send me one of those as a replacement for the glass protector.

I received it about a week ago and I can say without a doubt its my favorite screen protector Ive used yet. It went on just as smooth and not one bubble. Immediately I could see it fit around the perimeter perfectly fine without any edges lifting like it did with the glass. I know this thread is all for the tempered glass protectors but I would highly suggest the PURE HD one instead. Its less expensive with the same amount of scratch and impact resistance without the hassles.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] irock1985:
Hows the smoothness... That is my main selling point in choosing glass over plastic is the feel
[Nexus 6 Accessories] BootlegZani:
I mean I guess in their defense most of these were developed very early and then put out but it is still their fault for not testing them properly. I think we are still awaiting ZAGG to release one to see if they fixed the problem or not.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] djkinetic:
Doesnt matter the brands, i've used curved glass edge phones before G2 Moto X now the N6, tempered glass screen protectros that are cut all the way to the curved edge will never adhere on the edges, they cant fabricate curved tempered glass...well techincally you could but its a very specialized process and very expensive (look up laminated glass not the same as tempered but is closest) so for all intents and purposes these companies cant. the only solotuion is to cut the protector a mm or two short around each edge...which means its not gonna cover the entire glass surface...also the fitment will have to be very precise on your part for it to look good. Mime and other well known companies will make them I'm sure, but dont expect the same fitment and look of a protector made for flat screens..Iloome was the closest i found for the g2 but its not really tempered glass and its very thing, film like thin, flex glass...its also still cut short of the edges...That being said Iloome is making this for the ip6 and 6+

Curved Protect it mite be the start of something..hopefully they rls a version for the n6
[Nexus 6 Accessories] scandalousk:
Man that really sucks. I just ordered a orzly tempered glass protector. Just gonna put it on and leave it there until something better comes along.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] acheney1990:
Me too!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] TheLonePoster:
Yeah, i just returned a zagg one because of the edges. It's a shame, i really like the feel of the tempered glass screen protectors. I know someone with one for the galaxy s5 and it was nice.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
ZAGG T.G. is out, sold on their website and in some carrier stores
[Nexus 6 Accessories] r34p3rex:
I don't get why they don't just make glass protectors that are cut a bit small so that it doesn't reach all the way to the edge. I could care less about getting a scratch on the very edge of the phone where it doesn't interfere with the screen anyway. Plus if you have a case with a raised bezel, you'll never get a scratch there
[Nexus 6 Accessories] acheney1990:
My thoughts exactly.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] neyenlives:
All they have to do is make the inside surface concave slightly to adhere to a slightly curved screen..... this isn't rocket science..
[Nexus 6 Accessories] djkinetic:
The point is they cant' make curved tempered, its apparently very hard and very expensive to fab it, specialized companies will do it at a very costly rate that doesnt make sense to these accessory manufacturers. the easiest solution is to cut them short...this happened on the first batch of protectors for the G2, give them another wk and we should start to see trimmed up revisions.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] neyenlives:
Someone is tooling up to make them for the Note 4 Edge I am sure. This should accelerate the much less curved N6 models.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] djkinetic:
i hope they do, but ive been told by numerous manufacturers the cost to get them fabricated, compared to the cost they would have to sell to consumers to be profitable doesnt merit the demand for them. iLoome makes a product for ip6/6+ with something called curve protect hopefully we get a version of that, although im not entirely sure it covers the curved edges.

Just found a video with the iLoome and it looks like the just added a black border to the glass to fill the gap between the curve.

iLoome Curved Protect

I reached out to iLoome about their curved protect here is their response:

Dear Valued Customer,

Thank you for your inquiry. We are currently working on that model, but still unsure of the release date! When we do have an update, we will be sure to post it on local forums and our webpage =)

Thanks!

Brendon

iloome
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stephenta:
Pretty sure they had the same issue with the new Iphone with the curved edges. Shouldn't be too long for them to fix this. They have to make the glass smaller and not even come close to the bezels. Won't protect the whole front of the phone but will protect the screen part. It is just part of the trade off.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] djkinetic:
yea we've established thats wat they need to do lol thing is they should have known from experience with the G2 and new Moto X/Note 4 IP 6 etc.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] rkennison:
Zaggs is out at the sprint stores already ( even though it says pre-order still on zagg's web page ). IT's already been reported they don't seat right around the edge due to the curve...
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Zenzr:
That's too bad. I like the Zagg protectors for the S4, they did them well.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] acheney1990:
Well my TG protector shipped from Orzly last week so I hope they figured something out. I don't mind it being a bit short to make up for it.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Skripka:
HEADS UP,

Jelly Comb glass protector is only $5USD and is Amazon Prime right now!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PAXBWWC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2KS0J1U8ETPOQ
[Nexus 6 Accessories] androidtoy09:
Ah, i was just coming here to post this. You beat me to it lol

But yeah, the manufacturer did address the curved edge of the N6. Therefore compromise has been made. The glass protector can't cover 100% of the N6's screen. Personally, i can live with it. Beside, it's only $5 shipped (with Prime)!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Skripka:
Yea I've been waiting for a glass protector to be Prime for a week...that it is on sale cheaper than the iSmooth packet I got makes it even better. Was worried I'd need to again dish out $30-60USD for TG.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] HyperM3:
I got the anti-glare and its incredibly smooth. I actually feel like it has better sensitivity than the glass that was on there before, I dont have to press as hard to be effective. Also there are no fingerprints left on it whatsoever.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] thatdudebutch:
Otter box has a placeholder for a glads screen protector for the N6. Hopefully they nail ot
[Nexus 6 Accessories] thatdudebutch:
*it
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sher The Love:
Wow, reviews weren't exaggerated about the Orzly. That thing is tiny! Even if you install it perfectly, the screen protector obstructs the screen a bit unless you're looking at it straight on. I'd rather have the halo effect
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mustyrash:
I sent prestige solutions an email about the ezguard protector looking like it was too big so they refunded me and let me keep it which was very nice of them.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] irock1985:
I can't find the nexus 6 anywhere on their site?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Pilz:
Are you referring to the otter box one?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] irock1985:
No the bodyguardz screen protector... The pure hd one
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Radicchio:
Here's the link. The last two screen protectors on the list are glass:

http://www.bodyguardz.com/screengua...-skins-films.html?dir=asc&order=sort_priority
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
I got yet another replacement from XtremeGuard/EZGuards. It comes in yet a different packaging, and believe it or not, it is exactly the same size as the first gen TSG's, and the funky cut where the camera and proximity are covered, but it has the long weird cut extending past the right side of the top speaker. These guys really need to get their stuff together and realize they can't just keep sending out any crap they get their hands on from their overseas suppliers.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jhk0215:
Can you show us pictures of the glass?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
Hey, I just saw this before bed. Here are a few quick snaps:
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
That's not like previous EZGuards. Mine should be here this week. I hope I don't get one with that useless big cutout at the top. ?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
I just installed PLESON. It is NOT a perfect fit. It is under sized and does not even fit on the entire flat portion of the screen. (i know that the curved part of the glass is not feasible)

Also the cutout at the top is fitted correctly it is longer that the speaker to accommodate for the sensor. weird design.

It did install with no bubbles and was very easy, but it is just too small. Looking for the next one.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] PaisanNYC:
It's exactly like the first ones they ever sold. They are the larger ones that will produce the halo effect, and the big cutout really is useless because the camera and proximity sensors are still covered by glass. I haven't even bothered to try it on my phone. The first revision they sent me, although not perfect, was a MUCH better cut than this second revision garbage they sent me.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] venturizhou:
I purchased the Nillkin PE+ tempered glass screen protector off of ebay. I was not expecting much due to my previous experience with other tempered glass (EzGuard, Casebase, Orzly, Jelly Comb) but was pleasantly surprised. The fitment. was pretty solid. It has pretty decent coverage and not really noticeable halo effect. The mark you see near the top speaker is when I messed up the placement and had to pick it back up. I'm sure I could have had 0 bubbles around the edges except I massively messed up the placement.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sher The Love:
I just ordered a Pleson as well. Is it at least wider than the Orzly? The Orzly barely covered the actual screen.

Any pictures of it installed?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mustyrash:
is this the anti uv eyes care one? if it is, does it effect any of the colours on the screen and could you post some pictures with the screen on
[Nexus 6 Accessories] venturizhou:
Yes it is, and you can tell there is a blue tint. It's not bad with the screen on I don't really notice it even with majority white backgrounds. I'll upload some later in the day.

The only time where I find it really noticeable is where the screen is off and I am in direct sunlight.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] jj14:
Was it shipped from China? If not, do you have a link to the one you purchased? (The ones I saw are all from China)
[Nexus 6 Accessories] venturizhou:
It was shipped from China, purchased 12/21 and delivered 12/30 so pretty fast.

Purchased from galaxyshoppingcn
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
No Sure about width of the Orzly. To me it could use just a little more around the edges to cover the flat part of the screen.

I may be picky and use to the coverage on the N5.

Uploading pic will not work for me.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sher The Love:
Does it fit past the actual viewable area of the screen? The Orzly was the exact size of the screen area.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] A2CKilla:
Order one off eBay for $3, works like a charm and covers the whole front of the phone
[Nexus 6 Accessories] venturizhou:
So on screen and indoors is pretty good I don't really notice any tint. In sunlight and screen off then I do but screen on then it's fine.

Edit: I have to state that under cooler lights that it becomes more noticeable that there is a tint on the screen. Especially as you become closer to the light source. Personally for me it's not enough to be a deal breaker although some might opt for the non tinted version.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
Here are some pics of the PLESON.

I don't know if you can see, but there is a gap between the edge of the tempered glass and the edge of the viewable area. (the flat part)
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sher The Love:
Thanks for the pics. Doesn't look any wider that the Orzly, just taller.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
No problem.

I would be interested in knowing about the one for $3 that covers the whole screen.

What is the brand?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
EZGuard just arrived. At least it looks like I got the correct cut. Wife just sent me the pics, so I'll see how it fits when I get home.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] koberlin:
Thanks for the review! I bought that one (still waiting)...

So do you notice that blue tint with the screen on? =/
[Nexus 6 Accessories] A2CKilla:
I got the same one ($3 on eBay) it's great
[Nexus 6 Accessories] koberlin:
Link? :p
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/331389420757?_mwBanner=1

Here is the link I bought from, although they have changed the pics since, & I can't guarantee they haven't changed the cut too. Good luck.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
Please post pic of the fit. I like the cut of if.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] A2CKilla:
yea that's the same one I got, but here's one for less than $3 like I said

http://www.ebay.com/itm/GHOSTEK-GLA...l_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item4630b92045
[Nexus 6 Accessories] stumpy352:
The cut is perfect. I applied it perfectly. But it has exactly the same issue as the guy a couple pages back. Its definitely an adhesive issue because his blemishes are "exactly" the same size & shape as mine.

Edit: he had the same problem with the jelly comb. (Which looks identical to the EZGuard with the long stupid cutout on the previous page to me)

So perhaps it is a gorilla glass problem after all.

Mine is a perfect fit otherwise. No halo. No lifting around the top speakers. Just this blemish beside the bottom speaker.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Jeffak87:
Mine cracked
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
That fits way better than the PLESON I have on it now. will definitely look into that one.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] papeshfoo:
Just bought this one, hope it fits good
[Nexus 6 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
i got one of the ghostek too 8$ in Canada hopefully it's better than the nillkin i have now
[Nexus 6 Accessories] mikgabo:
Let us know how it goes!
[Nexus 6 Accessories] uhguy:
Ordered one of these for grins. I have a Jelly Comb on it right now but it didn't adhere on the sides of the screen in one spot so they are sending me another. I'll probably try the Ghostek when it gets in, and then put the new Jelly Comb on if needed.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] waynerbbx:
I don't think it looks too trustworthy... how would the company turn a profit on that, considering the cost of production, and shipping being at least $1, plus ebay fees.... looks like you just bought a $2 piece of rubbish
[Nexus 6 Accessories] A2CKilla:
You have to remember companies buy things in bulk, so to them this is probably pennies on the dollar, plus, companies usually get discounted rates on shipping when they ship large numbers of volume a day so again pennies on the dollar. And if you spent less than $3 dollars on it, I don't see a reason to be upset even if it is rubbish, it was cheap, almost the price of a McDonald's sandwich, I think most people will survive.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] waynerbbx:
I dont disagree with your first point- i used to work for a company that worked like that. I'm just saying that the likelihood of you buying something that is $2, you could PROBABLY get something of significantly higher quality for only a few dollars more.

Its like would you rather get McDonalds, which clogs your arteries, and is well known to be unhealthy- or get a salad from the market? Salad would cost a little more, but you will get more nutrients, feel better, and will be healthier in the long run.

I know that's just an analogy, but this is a prime example of "you get what you pay for".
[Nexus 6 Accessories] Sher The Love:
Lol. That's a terrible analogy.

Edit: taste preference and health choice isn't the first thing I'd compare when thinking of how to compare quality.
[Nexus 6 Accessories] A2CKilla:
I was just comparing the price, not the health benefits or anything like that, I was just saying in general, even if it's bad it was so cheap it's not like you're breaking the bank or feel "robbed" in anyway if the cheap option wasn't great, than you can spend the X amount of dollars on the top tier, but why spend it if you don't necessarily have to
[Nexus 6 Accessories] raiderep:
Its 1.99 now with free shipping, just tossed my hat in the ring. For the price of a double cheeseburger and it won't clog my arteries ?
[Nexus 6 Accessories] qnc:
Just pulled the trigger on the $1.99 price too. Thanks.