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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
I've had the phone for a week, tomorrow, and have no scratches on the front or back. I put it right into a Caseology case after unboxing, and have been running without a screen protector. I have a few on the way from a review site, but many of the reviews are poor and state you can't use them with a case.

If that's the case (ba-dum-tshh) then I'll continue doing what I've been doing. I will always choose case and no screen protector rather than protector no case. I'm very careful with my phone, but the case gives me more peace of mind when it comes to setting it down on a desk, and the front is raised enough that when I put it face down the screen doesn't touch the surface.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] amith007:
This is exactly my plan until someone come up with a reliable case friendly tempered glass protector. I current have it in a spigen liquid crystal until my UAG arrives.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Mashari_F:
i always put a screen protector on my devices, i am concerned about the home button getting scratched and the rear camera, my current Note 5 have one small scratch on the home button, and many on the rear camera (with a thick case !!)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] chazglenn3:
I took my new murdered out black Note 7 to the mall today and got the full Ghost Armor clear applied to it. So far so good. You can feel it slightly but the S-pen still works fine and swiping feels fine as well. I never used screen protectors before, but this one made me nervous after hearing all of the horror stories.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ds6778:
I already have a small scratch on the edge, no idea how. Im assuming they would rather have better shock absorption then scratch resistance.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jetbruceli:
First, I will not get the note 7. I have the S7 and the note 5. My s7 has a few scratches because at the time, there was not a single screen protector available with full coverage. This is the reason I am not getting the note 7. Curve screens look cool only when they aren't vulnerable to scratches. I purchased the note 5 and installed the note 7 rom port and its wonderful. From the reads from this thread, it is not surprising the scratch problem is also relevant.

I think Samsung should include a screen protector from the get go, and/or sell official ones so we can protect our devices.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
Hi. Samsung do sell official screen protectors for the Note 7.

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jetbruceli:
I have never seen an Official Screen protector sold through Amazon.com, Amazon.de or even in the Official Samsung Store in Latvia.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
Try Samsung.de. Failing that samsung.uk has them.

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jetbruceli:
I see they have the screen protector coming for the note 7 but they do not have it for the s7. I had that flip cover, official from Samsung but still got scratches. In fact, that was the first time I received a scratch if I think about it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
Hi. The new flip covers from Samsung for the Note 7 address the previous problems of screen scratching. I have read the reviews and Samsung redeveloped their flip cases.

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jetbruceli:
Maybe they should provide new screens for everyone who has the previous versions. This is my biggest complaint about these OEMs. They only fix for the future. When I get back to Germany, I will see if they will repair my screen.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
I think we can all agree that getting a manufacturing brand, any brand, to admit to a mistake would be like looking for a snowball in hell! :rolleyes:

Good luck when you return to Germany.

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jetbruceli:
Ahh, you know I constantly explain and convert people from iPhone to Android and Samsung Galaxy devices have always been my go to device. I really enjoy them, I just sometimes get upset when my purchases get cosmetic damages from lint or dust.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] mankvl:
Soon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product...act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
Just so everyone knows before spending money on it, it has the consistency of rubber. If you use the s-pen, even lightly, there will be indentations everywhere you used it. It has a tacky, sticky feel, and also affects clarity slightly. I just wanted to throw that out there before people get the idea that it is a perfect protector. It does fit really good though. I got mine through MobileFun.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
Forgive the question. Have you actually purchased this screen saver and used it or is this your valued first impression?

Would be very odd indeed for Samsung to introduce a Note 7 screen saver that marked when the pen is used....:silly:

Hope you can clarify your post just a tad please it will certainly benefit others. :highfive:

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
Yes, I purchased it when it first became available. I received my Note 7 the same exact day that I received the protector. I immediately installed the protector after unboxing it, hoping that this would be the final solution being that it was made by Samsung, but I immediately noticed the rubbery feel and clarity issues. I'm very OCD about the screens of phones, so others may not be bothered by the slight haziness. I let it set over night just to see if the haziness would resolve but it did not. I went on to see how the s-pen slid around and immediately noticed intentions that were very noticeable everywhere that I used it. I let the device sit for a couple of hours to see if they would go away, and they did slightly.

I ultimately removed the protector because of the haziness that it cases the screen to have. I'm debating now if I should return the phone all together because I believe if Samsung can't create a quality protector then nobody will. We all saw how scratch prone GG5 is already. I witnessed it in person on 3 out of 4 display models at local stores. They were scratched up bad.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] mankvl:
But what about usability with spen? Does it slide ok?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
Not really. It does slide okay, but it definitely feels like you are using it on rubber. It does not have the feel that traditional screen protectors have for sure. More along the lines of a wet install protector. Plus it makes it look terrible with all of the grooves it creates. I mean, you could get by with it, but you will have to make sacrifices with the clarity and the general look with all of the grooves. It wasn't worth it to me.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] sarobi:
If you are really OCD about the screens then there is nothing to worry about.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Ryland Johnson:
THAT is very bad news and thanks for the heads up. I am doing what numerous other edge owners have HAD to do since the introduction of the edge series, buying glass that doesn't cover those edges but only the flat part of the screen.

I owned the S6 edge and still own the S6 edge+ and have never found a single curved screen protector that has functioned. Go see the threads on our sister forums for the edge models. Its a nightmare trying to find any sort of decent screen protection for the edge series, has been from day one.

Only option is to case them and buy those flat screen 9h protectors in glass and live with it.......:highfive:

Ryland
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
Yeah, maybe it won't bother you. Just give it a try and see. Some people can walk around with a shattered screen for months as long as it works, I just couldn't do it. Lol. There is definitely a trade off with this protector though. Good luck!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] sarobi:
Please all of you who already have this guy - what about normal usage e.g. does s-pen itself scratch the screen, do fingers scratch the screen, does putting the phone to the table scratch the screen or back of the phone, etc. Thank you beforehand for your replies.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Itchiee:
My plan is to handle this phone like a 3000 year old relic. Not use it while being distracted with other stuff and keep it in the case. So far so good. My main motivation is the amount i spent on it.... But, I do have insurance thru my carrier.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] i killed tupac:
funny my 6P scratched almost immediately.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] pyraxiate:
Well my Zizo case finally came in. It ships with a glass protector, and while black, seems to fit much better than the first glass protector I tried. It has glue only on the corners but it fits very snug to the screen. All holes are covered but the home button and because it sits so tight, i dont think dirt will get between the screen like the other glass protector. It also doesn'thave all those holes in a pattern like the other one either. Much clearer in sunlight.

That said, i saved my IQ shield just in case. Touch sensitivity seems a hair lower in comparison but overall good. I'm going to give it a few days and report back.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Case, Zizo Bolt Cover with [.33m 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector] Included [Military Grade] Armor Case Kickstand Holster Belt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JOFUP10/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_77ZVxb666Y06Z
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] imatts:
I've had mine for 4 days now and have yet to scratch any part of the phone. Then again, I've never been this careful with any other phone as of yet, so maybe thats why ^.^

P.S, I dont have a case or a screen protector. How could you hide this beast behind fake plastic/glass?!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fastredponycar:
I've had mine for over a week. Carried in my front/back pockets a lot (sometimes coins/chapstick), carry in a side pocket of my gym bag (with my keys and sunglasses) all over the gym each day, zero scratches on the screen. Phone itself is in a caseology parallax case for shatter protection.

No bothering with a screen protector. IDGAF about scratches because T-mobile doesn't care about them when I trade this thing in after 12 months for whatever the next new thing happens to be. They dont' have a problem unless the device is cracked.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dicko101:
I have been very careful with mine and I have already got a couple of minor scratches on the screen, does anyone know of any treatment you can apply to the screen to fill tiny scratches without affecting the screen? I don't really want to polish it or anything, just wondering if there's something I can use when scratches like this occur to make the tiny scratches invisible.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] ianmck:
This is worse than bendgate.....but I cant feel bad for someone who buys an iSamsung. Touchwiz still blows, hard home button blows, forcing a curved edge on people blows, naming the phone "7" just because of apple is a joke.......bringing back the sd card is an improvement, but either bring back removable batteries or offer a "max" version with a bigger battery. I loved my note 3 but it was the last samsung I ever owned...and I only ran TW for a week before rooting it.....because TW blows. Luckily large phones are commonplace now.

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At my local best buy they had screen protectors on every Note 7, but no screen protector on any other samsung.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dicko101:
No offense mate but you're coming down pretty hard on Samsung if your last Samsung device was a Note 3, they have come a long way since then in my opinion, and personaly I think the Note 7 is outstanding in ever other way except for the unfortunate short fall with the screen. People can say what they like but I don't mind touchwiz, my Note 7 is lightning fast, no lag, beautiful menus, best camera in the business, the lot. I don't think the skip from 5 to 7 has anything to do with Apple either, they're bringing the Note series in line with the S series, which makes perfect sense to me.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] IncompetentTechMan:
Hi, I have this on my phone right now, it works excellently and I have never had a problem with it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] flintston314:
Well he is right on the curved part. It is inherently ignorant and stupid to not offer a flat screen version. The curved screen offers no benefit at all, in no damn way. It distorts the image, it has discoloration on the edge and to top it, there is not a single working tempered glass protector since the introduction of the S6 Edge.

I do own the N7 myself as I had to get it because the Note 5 32gb was not enough. Sadly, living in Europe I was not able to buy a 64gb n920c in Black without shelling out as much as for a N7, which seemed stupid.

But if I could, I would trade in a curved screen in the glimpse of an eye.

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[Note 7 Questions & Answers] pappschlumpf:
Today my Note 7 arrived, scratched out oft the box. Preordered from Samsung Online Shop. I've only removed the premounted protector and what i‘ve to see, a 2 mm long scratch located 1,5 cm from bottom and 2 cm from the right. Not even touched the screen. So bad, now i‘ve to wait for a replacement or maybe i‘ll return it completely. I would provide a screenshot, but my Nexus 4 is not capable to make a proper photo of it.

Is it normal that there"s a sticker with the imei on the back of the device?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
Did you change the nib in the S Pen to the one intended to be used with screen protectors?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Devhux:
First I've ever heard about a special nib for screen protectors. I've always thought the included tips are just identical replacements (and really, since they're not marked anyways, how would you know which is which?)
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
No, I never got around to it. The main thing that provoked me to remove it was the issue with clarity.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] joaodrp:
Maybe many of the scratches mentioned here are not on the glass itself but rather on the oleophobic coating?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] nookcoloruser:
If it looks like a scratch, acts like a scratch, it's a scratch .... Whether it's by material transference, pressure or on the oleophobic coating - the end result is much the same.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
Explain? There's no change in optics from the naked display on mine.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
It's a subjective claim that is both hard to prove and defend really. In my opinion though, there was a haziness and slight distortion from the protector. When I peeled it off it even had a yellowish tint to the protector. I have attached a pic, but it was hard to capture. It really reminded me of the wet installs from back in the day. I could really tell a difference when I removed mine. I am just going to order a tempered glass that only covers the flat area and be done with it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
I

hate

screen protectors mostly because I'm OCD and it bugs me that I can always tell they're there. Things like bubbles under the screen and dust between the protector and the screen drive me crazy. I bought four of the OEM protectors thinking I'd need that many to get one put on correctly. My first attempt went on perfect. Do you seen anything wrong with this photo?

You're entitled to your opinion but I don't want your harsh comments which are different than mine to turn people off to something they may find beneficial.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
I agree with you 100%. Someone coming down hard on TW should make sure to try the current version of TW as it's actually very user friendly and doesn't slow the phone down like it did on the Note 3. The shortfall of the screen really depends on your usage and all the Youtube video did was give everyone a quick and easy scapegoat for any and all scratches to the display.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jal3223:
I wasn't aiming to be overly harsh, but I can respect that. People used the thick yellow wet protectors religiously back in the day without complaint. I guess it just comes down to your tolerance on these sort of things.

It seems we are both very similar it on the OCD front though. Lol. As far as the protector, it certainly gets the job done but I still had my qualms with it. Honestly, if I can't find a better solution I may end up buying another pack. I think tempered glass protectors have spoiled me in the past though. So maybe the one that only covers the flat area will do the trick. I'll post back my thoughts on it if you would like.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] amith007:
Yes, it's normal to have the sticker with the IMEI on the back. Sorry for the scratch, hole you get a new device soon.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] xrb:
So frustrated! I was one of those who believed I won't scratch my Note 7. Why? I had Note 4 Edge and then S7 Edge without screen protectors and I had no problems with scratches on either phone. I leave it on my desk or table without problems, put it in my pocket without issues, my kids play with it etc and no worries or concerns having it scratched. Note 7 comes out and has to be better right? Wrong! This weekend, I forgot my phone in our car and ask my wife if she can get it for me. As she would always do, she puts the phones in her bag. Guess what? I found scratches on my Note 7 but her S7 Edge not even a spec! She has had her S7Edge for good 6 months now and the screen is still perfect. I'm frustrated and fuming. Why would a top of the line flagship phone get an inferior , I repeat "INFERIOR", front display?! Oh, and it's only less than 2 weeks of ownership! Anyone here knows how to file a complaint? I believe this is a faulty product and has to be recalled.

Also, those who put screen protectors and are happy with it, I'm interested to know how the screen protector will hold-up if the Note 7 (waterproof as a selling point feature) is submerged under water? Is the screen protector still integral or have to buy and apply a new one?
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] AlienSexGod:
No they are testing it on pictures that someone took probably with the original screen protector still on which got scratched!

Brilliant! :laugh:
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Corbitt74:
No, no and no. It's OK so far. I'm not abusive with my phone and have the clear Ringke case. Use pen about 25%of the time. No issues
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
Every new flagship and pseudo-flagship released after the Note7 will have GG5 because it'll be what the market expects. If a new device doesn't have GG5 it'll be deemed inferior because to the mass market "5" has to be better than "4." Corning apparently traded some scratch resistance for improved shatter protection and based on videos posted the latter really works. So if all said ends up being true that'll be a heap of phones to recall. If Samsung used GG4 on the Note7 and the 2016 Nexi release with GG5 there would be multiple OMG! threads about Samsung cheaping out and how the Note7 is inferior to newly released flagships. Damned if you, damned if you don't.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Batfink33:
I think Cornings thinking was that most people have a screen protector of some sort so let's sacrifice some scratch resistance for shatter resistance. It's really not Samsungs fault, they've used the "best and latest" glass but I guess in the end you live and die by your supplier.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] KillaHurtz:
I think it's funny how many people are going naked despite the obvious difference from other corning products. I can guarantee, there is gonna be a "how to fix GG5 scratches" thread here sometime in the future.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dyra502:
I even call sprint and sumsung about how easy the phone scratch. It nothing one one can do but fix it for 250. Wtf now a crack from sitting on it smh gorilla glass five ??
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] jackdforme:
Congratulations you just got a get out of jail free card.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Fahrenheit85:
I had a IQ Shield on mine till I heard we are gonna get replacements anyway, so I pulled mine off. I do run a case. I'm gonna see first hand if this phone scratches up
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] hotstocks:
Good idea. Everyone returning their phones please try to scratch them. I have tried with my keys and in my pocket all day and NO scratches. I think this is overblown. My guess is you need really sharp metal to scratch it, and keys aren't sharp enough. I went to town on it with my keys and nothing. So everyone please test and report back.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Fahrenheit85:
I think i'm on day 3 of no screen protector. I put it in my pocket with my keys and in my change dump cubby in my car. No scratches so far
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Rydah:
I had no screen protector for 2 days, cased and in my cleanest pockets. I have a few micro scratches on it. Really disappointing but hey, I'm getting a replacement so not gonna freak out like I normally would. I have 19+ screen protectors here anyways waiting for my reviews.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] mankvl:
How do you see that micro scratch ppl are so paranoid....
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] matsuyamakaze:
I took off my screen protector the one it came with front and back naked now since yesterday besides my spigen. I have zero scratches. Since theres a recall could do a video dropping it in a toolbag shaking it. Or bag of nails lol.

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Honestly you think corning scientists don't test for scratching? Think about it some guy makes a video people make money off of views get what I'm saying? It was uncontrolled he could of pressed super hard or used a different hardness and said it was a 3 and it is a 5. Easy money. A man recorded his two sons roughhousing he bit his finger he gets millions if views he made 70 grand. True story.

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To add to it number how many people on youtube destroy 850 dollar phones by the dozen. Why views I buy a 850 dollar phone drop it from a drone or scratch the thing with a clever I make way more money.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] gekkehenkie11:
Been using the phone for a week and already have a few (small) scratches. I didnt drop my phone but I did have it together with keys in my pocket, which must have caused it.

I used my 6P for a year it doesnt even have the slightest scratch. I hate screen protectors, but with the Note 7 you really need to get one ... Damn, I was one of those people who thought this was kinda overblown, now I regret not having bought a protector on day 1. How the hell did they screw up like this ... I was doubting to have my Note 7 replaced but now I think I'll do it anyway and put a screen protector on my new one right away.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] dyra502:
Ikr good thing for the recall
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Batfink33:
Blame Corning.

All phones will have GG5 soon. Rumours are the Pixel phones will have it.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] Mwyann:
I called Samsung today about the recall, and as I'm gonna have a new phone in a few weeks, I intentionally tried to scratch my Note7. Just putting it front against some concrete, without applying any force onto it, just pushing it on the sides to make it gently slide on the solid material... and now it's scratched (see attachment). I can even feel one of those big itch (that you can see on the picture) with my nail! I tried the back too, and it scratched too. I'll ask the Samsung tech about that when he'll call me back about my phone's return. And I'll use a cover, instead of a screen protector, which I don't really like especially on those highend edgy phones.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] BarryH_GEG:
Uhm, OK? :rolleyes: I'm pretty sure rubbing my Note5 face down on concrete would pretty much have the same affect. I hear the new Pixels are going to be fantastic. I really hope some on this forum make the jump (and stay in the Pixel forum). Hint.
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] fenderguy05:
If you're so concerned about scratches and drops may I recommend:

Added bonus of a FLIR Camera!
[Note 7 Questions & Answers] chazglenn3:
Man that thing is a tank! And it has Gorilla Glass 4. Sweet!