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[Touch Cruise General] jant90:
I also found the DuraSec ones when looking on Ebay, anyone having experience with those (on other phones perhaps)? DuraSec offers 3 types screenprotectors, see details here:

http://www.falcixx.de/us/produkte.html (other languages besides English available.)

I think the issue is "do I have to pick a ClearTec or a HighTec?", NanoTec is a liquid protector and I don't feel like using that one. Those protectors got the camera and the speaker cut out really nice too:

These protectors are prices really nice, €5,- for 5 ClearTec's or €10,- for 1 HighTec. Shipping costs are fair too.

So, anyone here to share their experience with DuraSec screenprotectors?
[Touch Cruise General] tkblingx2:
DuraSec ones look good too because of the clean cut....i'm torn between those and the brondo ones. Wonder how the Nanotec protector works too
[Touch Cruise General] athanaso77:
We must have in mind that the screen protector must not cause any problem to TouchFlo function. I think that it should not be too thick.

Anyway... has anyone tried these DuraSec screen protectors?
[Touch Cruise General] jant90:
Looked into DuraSec's FAQ, the ClearTec's are only 0.05 mm thick, the HighTec's are 0.35 mm thick. Also they call the ClearTec's highly transparant.

ClearTec's only last 5-6 weeks, so by buying a default package of 5 foils you'll last 25-30 weeks (= about 6 months).

HighTec's last several years with 'normal use'.

Here's a picture showing how the foils are build up:

The NanoTec protector is a spray btw.
[Touch Cruise General] athanaso77:
I guess i would go for the HighTec one.
[Touch Cruise General] jant90:
As you said, the screenprotector shouldn't be too thick considering the touch function of the PDA, the HighTec's seem rather thick compared to the ClearTec's (7 times thicker). At the other hand I don't know the usual thickness of these protection foils (from Brando for example).
[Touch Cruise General] JulianL:
Martin Fields (no protector for Polaris yet but I used one on my Artemis and liked it) quotes 0.2mm thickness for their protectors. I couldn't find any mention of thickness on the Brando site.

I find it so tedious getting the protector on straight, and without trapped dust, that I couldn't imagine having one that I'd need to change every 5-6 weeks so for me it would definitely be the HighTec but I'm sticking with the HTC-supplied protector for just a bit longer to see who else (e.g.. Martin Fields) comes out with Polaris models. That big cutout on the Brando model really puts me off.

Re not too thick, I assume one could always use the "HTC Polaris tweaks and tricks" in the Polaris Upgrading forum to increase the sensitivity of the screen. I'm assuming this tweak affects all touchscreen operations, not just the TouchFlo interface, but unfortunately noones answered my question in that thread yet.

- Julian
[Touch Cruise General] bluebee:
Is it possible to get the same HTC supplied screen protector some where..
[Touch Cruise General] JulianL:
I don't know, but if you're buying a screen protector then I'm not sure I'd recommend the HTC-supplied one, I'm only keeping it for now because I've gone through the hassle of fitting it so I'm not going through that again until I see something noticeably better. It protects the screen just fine but it shows fingerprints just as badly as the bare screen and this frustrates me.

I assume you ask because you need something quickly to protect the screen rather than because you think the HTC is the best one out there. If I've guessed correctly and you're looking for a temporary protector until you see one you really like on the market then personally, even though I don't like the cutout, I'd probably get a Brando or maybe give the DuraSec a try rather using an HTC one even if you could get hold of that.

- Julian
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
Check here http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=156120 ;)
[Touch Cruise General] Sky740:
Good find, thanks but typically high pricing from Expansys!
[Touch Cruise General] tkblingx2:
I ordered 2 of the anti-glares and 1 of the ultra clears from brondo to see how they are. I might give the durasec hightec ones a shot too depending on how i like the brondo....first things first though, i want me preordered phone already!! haha
[Touch Cruise General] Pawel062:
hey guys,

got a question for u all since i havent really been following the thread as im working with oli and cmonex on the hardspl and unlocker and also a bit on the rom. anyone have a full body type of deal available yet for the touch cruise or orbit 2.

the orbit 2 varient i like the best and one there is enough donations i will be looking for that varient. i have though on my paypal sitting money for accessories and want to use that money for a full body shield.

thanx in advance everyone. sorry for the delays with hardspl and unlocker. we are trying to solve the unplug and plugin bit on the hardspl.
[Touch Cruise General] wis38:
some tests/results?

Hi,

anyone tested screen protectors on the Cruise other then the one supplied with the phone?

I'm curious about the durasec...

Thanks
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
Received the DuraSec - Clear Tec screen protectors very very quickly from Germany and I have to say they are very thin! Perfectly cut and fairly easy to apply although I have noticed that I have some very small scratches in the plastic already so I will have to see how they last. But no fingermarks and the screen obviously is way more sensitive... If anyone has the High Tec version let me know what you think...;
[Touch Cruise General] Odhinn:
I don´t think that there will be some type of full body shield for the Oribit 2. The body material is some kind of non-slip plastic and I don´t think that you can cover these plastic parts in a nice way. In addition accessories for the Orbit 2 are not that easy to get. Most accessories will be for TC. If you are looking for a really good screen protector you should take a look at Nexave Shop.
[Touch Cruise General] JulianL:
A question for all you great people posting your experiences of the Brando and DuraSec protectors...

What are your opinions about how easy it is to assess these screen protectors' resistance to fingerprints WITHOUT fitting them to the device? I'm wondering if they're on transparent or sufficiently thin backing such that you can run your fingers over them for a bit without actually taking them off their backing material and then hold them up to or in front of a light or maybe place them on a dark background (to make them look as if they're fitted to a switched-off screen which is when the fingerprints show the most) to get some idea of how each performs regarding the retention of fingerprints.

The reason I ask is because I'm such a perfectionist that I hate putting on screen protectors (it took me 5 attempts to be happy with the one on my old Artemis). For something as vital as the screen protector I don't have a problem buying both the Brandos and the DuraSec HighTek but I'd really prefer not to have to fit them all to make a comparison but rather to decide which I like best based on desktop tests and then fit only that one. If I really didn't get on with it then I could fit another candidate at that point of course.

I'd be interested in people's opinions as to whether the above is practical and whether the Brando UltraClear, Brando AntiGlare and DuraSec HighTek come supplied on transparent backing or some other type of backing.

- Julian
[Touch Cruise General] TommyCP:
The 95 % less fingerprints you observed, is that when comparing the anti-glare protector with the unprotected screen, or when comparing the anti-glare protector with the ultra-clear protector? I usually just use my thumb rather than the stylus, so I'm really interested in how easily an ultra-clear protector accumulates fingerprints.
[Touch Cruise General] xrrkrrkx:
DuraSec

i just ordered one package of each of the "normal" screen protectors.. (not the liquid) .. i will let you guys know how it goes. i can post some photos and comments if you are interested...
[Touch Cruise General] RaptorRVL:
Well, I always used the ultra clear on my other phones and they picked up quite some fingerprints. The anti-glare is much better in this department. But, the ultra clear is better than the standard protector, that thing really shows every fingerprint possible.

So, my experience so far (from 'good' to 'bad'): anti-glare -> ultra-clear -> original.

Btw, I think the 95% reyjabs is talking about is compared to the Cruise with the standard protector (or without). The standard protector or using the Cruise without a protector doesn't make that much of a difference, just as many fingerprints.
[Touch Cruise General] reyjabs:
Yeah! You're right! The comparison is with the standard screen protector that comes with the package which collects and retains smudges faster the original Cruise screen without protector.
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
Quoting myself... Well after 2 days with this DuraSec - Clear Tec protector it´s very scratched. I´ve replaced it with another already :( I think the plastic is just to thin for the "full" touch experience. I always using finger scrolling and combine that with the cube... well this protector just isn´t up to it. It´s a real shame as the cut quality is excellent but for heavy finger use it´s no good. Will have to try their High Tec and hope it´s better....
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
Dear Moderators... can you move this thread to accessories please. Thanks ;)
[Touch Cruise General] bluebee:
I am the culprit. I was a newbie when created this thread. Moderators please move it and tell me how to do it if i can.
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
No worries..;)
[Touch Cruise General] polos13:
anyone tried this screen protector ?

http://www.overlayplus.com/DE/productdec.asp?pid=3676&model=HTC_CruiseTouch&modeln=Touch%20Cruise
[Touch Cruise General] d.cortez:
this is the MartinFields screen protector... i've used them for the past 3 years. they offer great protection and clarity. they're easy to remove and replace. great investment in my opinion. as soon as I get my Orbit 2, i will get one to protect the device.
[Touch Cruise General] JulianL:
Ah. I've been using a Martin Fields on my old Artemis since I got it and I find it a very good screen protector. I've been visiting their site every few days to look for a Touch Cruise version so this has only appeared in the last week. Well spotted.

I've never used a Brando personally but from what I read and hear I'd say that this is an alternative to the Brando UltraClear (as opposed to the anti-glare one) and if you can't live with the big Brando cutout then it would be a worthy alternative.

I have tried rubbing my fingers all over the screen of my now-dead Artemis which still has my Martin Fields protector fitted and it is definitely far better than the HTC-supplied protector when it comes to resistance to fingerprints.

- Julian
[Touch Cruise General] polos13:
thanks for the replies , i will order one

edit: at site http://www.overlayplus.com/GR/dis_product.asp?model=HTC_CruiseTouch&modeln=Touch%20Cruise&prod_type=screen

says that is compatible with HTC Touch Cruise/O2 XDA Orbit 2 , how is that possible ?

they are like brando screen protector with big cut at camera and microphone ?
[Touch Cruise General] SabbeRubbish:
As the image suggests, there is NO camera cut-out, which would work for the Orbit 2, and actually, wouldn't harm the TC either, I'm considering this one too now, bit more expensive though...
[Touch Cruise General] speakerphone:
It says it's not available. Still on pre-order.
[Touch Cruise General] yorgos00:
Thanks for your useful information! Now I think that I will buy the High Tec one.

Anyone reviewed this? Also compared to the Martin Fields and HTC one? Which one is thicker? I ruled out Brando for the cut.

Cheers
[Touch Cruise General] keerttttt:
I ordered the brando protector also (ultra-clear). should be in on monday/tuesday. Hope the cut-out isn't noticeable, because i like the design of the screen as it is.

The cover i have now is pretty f***ed up, i tried to clean the standard protector, but after multiple tries i gave up and ordered a brando.

Cleaning magnetic attracted plastic isn't that easy as it may look ;)
[Touch Cruise General] reyjabs:
Got mine on this link http://www.overlayplus.com/GR/productdec.asp?model=HTC_CruiseTouch&modeln=Touch Cruise&pid=3677

Ordered on the 14th and received a notice and a tracking number on the 15th.

Cost £18.98 for a Twin pack. (Includes Shipping)
[Touch Cruise General] ftamir:
Martin Fields Vs. Brando

Hi to all,

I read almost all threads regarding which is more suitable for the HTC TOUCH CRUISE

Still i didn't decided what to buy... :confused:

I understand the Clear screen is better then the Anti-Glare (Both from brando)

for using the Touch flo option

Other issue is from several thread i read that the Martin Fields is the top screen protector.

Can anyone conclude the prone cons for this two protectors ?

Any help would be welcomed !

Thank you

Tamir
[Touch Cruise General] speakerphone:
I used Anti-Glare ones b4, don't like them.
[Touch Cruise General] bluebee:
Wont there be a tiny circle hole for the camera. the image says so... But Orbitz does not have front camera right. How come it is compatabile to both
[Touch Cruise General] SabbeRubbish:
The camera shows the camera indeed, but the inside of the circle is yellow, not white, so that would indicate that the protector is OVER the camera, which in turn protects the camera too, and you won't notice that anyway ;-)
[Touch Cruise General] surgex0:
the oem one that comes with the device is a nightmare to install..so many bubbles and dust / fingerprints...i gave up and wanted to pull my hair out after washing it off 3 times. i then ordered the durasec liquid thing. it works awesome. you could take a car key to the phone and scrape it across lightly and the screen will not scratch. i would recommend that to anyone in place of a plastic adhesive / static one with bubbles and dust trapped underneath...go for the durasec liquid protector!
[Touch Cruise General] d.cortez:
i ordered MartinFields overlays...should have them by Friday 2/22...will post pics after installing one.
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
To avoid double posting see this thread in accessories...http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=360892&page=3
[Touch Cruise General] speakerphone:
any link? never heard of this!
[Touch Cruise General] stu72:
http://http://www.amazon.co.uk/DuraSec-NanoTec-liquid-screen-protector/dp/B000YHAH20

it says for touch cruise but the pic is a N95. Thinkin of gettin one for me Orbit 2 and one for me 3rd gen Nano.
[Touch Cruise General] speakerphone:
"lotus leaf-effect"!? Hmm, I'd have towait for a video of this.

If it's liquid doesn't it mean u can use for any model?
[Touch Cruise General] profitoral:
It looks like the Martin Fields screen protector is as thin as the durasec ultraclear, that is 0.20 mm. Would that mean that is going to be as less durable as the ultraclear durasec? as reported in this thread the ultraclear durasec gets scratches very easy and you need replacement more often than other screen protectors.

Can anybody that tried the Martin Fields corroborate this??

My opinion is divided between the Brando and the Durasec hightec , as I see it, these could be the pros and cons from both but please any comment is very welcome:

Pros:

- Brando Ultraclear is little thinner than Durasec HighTech (Could that lead to a better touch screen experience??)

Cons:

- Durasec has a better cut out for the protector with holes for the camera and speakerphone while the Brando has a whole square corner cut out. (Maybe it doesn't matter much but in long term we may see dust accumulated in the edge between the protector and the front face. Any comments?)

Thanks.

= J =
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
I am also keen to hear about the Duratec hightec as I have seen the Brando protector and I don´t like the cut out!

I´ve tried the original HTC (fingerprint magnet!), Duratec Cleartec (scratch magnet and a nightmare to get on without bubbles) and now I´m on to these

I have to say although the cut is not as precise as Duratec I´m very happy with them. Application is very easy... no bubbles on first attempt!! Plus they don´t scratch very easy which is great for the touch experience. I can recommend them and it´s a good price. Show a few more fingerprints than the Cleartecs but no bubbles and it´s easily cleaned. No camera cutout but to be honest I think it´s better as there´s no dust problem and it protects the lens.

Link http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FOR-HTC-TOUCH...photoQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262
[Touch Cruise General] speakerphone:
What's the Brando protector cut out? They don't even bother having a pic on their page.

Same for DuraSec . Can't trust those that don't bother to take a photo!
[Touch Cruise General] cdubalaru:
I order a Vikuiti by 3M screen protector from amazon.de. The payment and delivery was greater but the protector is visible smaller than the screen. I bought 2 and I receive 1 extra. I think I'll give it a try to see how it protect the screen. If the weare is like the cut it's a shame for 3M.
[Touch Cruise General] reteb:
Read the thread! See page 7 for a picture posted by RaptorRVL
[Touch Cruise General] SabbeRubbish:
Review for the Ultra Clear Screen Protector

Manufacturer: Brando

Website: http://shop.brando.com.hk/prod_detail.php?prod_id=02325&dept_id=039&cat_id=0851

Review:

I've received this case on Wedensday, I ordered it one week before: 1 week shipping.

It came in a very nice case from Brando. I also bought a case together with it (see other topic).

The screen protector is carefully wrapped in a plastic bag (flat of course) and is again wrapped in a smaller plastic sleeve. After that it has 2 covers attached to it (front and back) which you have to take out in a certain order, all explained in the bilingual instructions (Enlglish - Hong Kongian, or whatever it is ;)).

Application took me 4 tries. The first three failed because I didn't follow instructions carefully enough, causing 2 air bubbles, but when following insturctions, application is very easy.

The protector's quality is good: fingerprints are down by 75% (not 99% like I've heard before, you can still see them, but they are a lot less obvious). Note that this 75% is with respect to the HTC screen protector, not the bare phone.

Scratches are visible already though, but small in numbers.

Then the (for some horrible, for other negligable) cutout. It really isn't so bad... The protector doesn't cover the entire width anyway, it lack about a milimeter or so to really cover it all. Anyway the cutout for camera and speaker are not isolated islands, the cutout strechtes up to the upmost part of the protector, thus making it a concave figure (for those mathematicians among you ;)).

I hope this review helps anyone looking for a decent screen protector.
[Touch Cruise General] lazik:
I bought Brando screen protectors but...

I ordered also audio 3.5 mm-miniUSB adapter. I receive screen protectors (quality very good) but my adapter was not in this letter form Brando. So shame for this shop. I try to write email to shop, but I not receive any answer.
[Touch Cruise General] Ozamandis:
Invisible Shield Screen Protector

I have been using Invisible Shield screen protectors for a couple of years. They area little tricky to apply but are guaranteed never to scratch.

They sell one for the HTC Model P3600 which also fits the TC.

http://www.invisibleshield.com/cell-phone/htc/p3600.php

I've been using mine for about three weeks and there are no scratches on the screen face. Unfortunately, they don't sell a full face version for the P3650.
[Touch Cruise General] JueLue:
Will the "Invisible Shield" really fit the TC? I think it will only fit the touch-screen itself, but not the border

JueLue

P.S.: I had one for my Vario II (Hermes) they really sell perfect quality.
[Touch Cruise General] Ozamandis:
The Invisible Shield fits the TC screen perfectly, but it does not cover the sides or the the top. The shield is only for the screen itself.
[Touch Cruise General] christonge:
Just a quick update... been using the above screen protector now for 2 weeks and it´s wearing well. Very very few scatches, just some very small hairline ones which can only be seen at a certain angle in the sun... so that´s not bad!! I would highly recommend them...;)
[Touch Cruise General] profitoral:
I think they do sell for the Touch Cruise now, even fullbody!!:

http://www.invisibleshield.com/cell-phone/htc/touch-cruise.php

This is good news!

Cheers.

-= J =
[Touch Cruise General] d.cortez:
although MartinFields website indicated their TouchCruise overlay would fit an Orbit 2, unfortunately for me, they do not fit the Orbit 2. I notified MartiFields about this and they acknowledged their mistake and have since given me a refund. now i must wait for the correct Orbit 2 screen protector. i'm open to others suggestions!
[Touch Cruise General] Rar9:
Exim

Hi,

here my commend for the Exim Spup.

It feels to be much better that the one included with the O² German version.

Improvements are:

No reflection

No Fingerprints Etc

better Input since its thiner

no real difference to brightness

Downside

Price €8+2 for shipping (www.Handhirn.de)

Cheers

Rar9
[Touch Cruise General] mpf54:
Invisible Shield

Invisible Shield released today fot thr Touch Cruise. I have been trying to get them to make me a custom shield and they released this today. I got the one for the P3600 but it does not cover the sides. Soon as I get this I will post how it fits.

http://www.invisibleshield.com/smartphone/htc/touch-cruise.php
[Touch Cruise General] angler:
How is the custom Invisible Shield fit the Touch Cruise? Does the back shield fit the battery cover and the sides?
[Touch Cruise General] maxoverfred:
+1, i am also interested to see how it looks and how it covers the full body of our cruise.
[Touch Cruise General] mpf54:
Invisible Shield

Still waiting to get it. Took the free shipping. With luck it will be in the mail today. It has bees a week now.
[Touch Cruise General] mpf54:
Invisible Shield

Just got the Invisible Shield. The full body covers every thing but the bottom connector area and the external buttons, the wheel and the sd clot cover. They did a pretty good job.
[Touch Cruise General] profitoral:
What about the battery? can it be removed with the Invisible Shield on? I guess the right question is if you can open the back door, since you would need to open it to change sim cards and battery if needed.

Cheers.

= J =
[Touch Cruise General] wilriker:
What do you mean with sides or the top? The boarder around the screen including the HTC logo, front camera, speaker, etc. or top and sides of the device itself?
[Touch Cruise General] mpf54:
The full body covers every thing but the bottom connector area and the external buttons, the wheel and the sd clot cover. The camera is not covered. It has a hole for it.This is the full body cover. The one that Ozamandis is taliking about is for the P3600 and does not cover any thing but the screen.
[Touch Cruise General] grgomes:
Great to hear that. I bought mine also last week and will probally get here in Brazil this week.

Can you tell us if the sensibility of the touchscreen is compromised? Does the touchflo work like naked screen or with the provided HTC screen protector?
[Touch Cruise General] maxoverfred:
It sounds attractive, but any chance to have a picture of it? Because it's hard (for me) to imagine how it cover the whole piece.. especially the whole boarder of the black rubber.. Thanks a million.
[Touch Cruise General] wilriker:
I tought he was talking about the screen only version of the invisibleShield for the Polaris. My fault.

Therefore, I've sent an email to insivisibleShield support and asked them what exactly is covered by the screen only version. If anyone wants to know the answer I'll post it as soon as I get it.
[Touch Cruise General] Mondaatje:
Some one have any news about the invisible shield ???

What screen protector is better:

- Brando Ultra Clear or Veripart ???
[Touch Cruise General] mpf54:
With a stylus is is about the same. You have to press a little harder with your finger to activate the cube. I got used to it pretty quick.