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[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
IMAK for HTC U11 2 Pcs Packing Back Soft Hydrogel Protector Film for HTC U11 Back Full Cover Film

http://s.aliexpress.com/FNnYbuMv

(from AliExpress Android)

Imak 3D Curved Full Screen Film For HTC Ocean U11 Tempered Glass Protector Film Anti-Explosion Glass For HTC U11 Phone Screen

http://s.aliexpress.com/N77niEfq

(from AliExpress Android)

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The capacitive buttons work fine for me.

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I do not have these issues on mine, it is actually quite perfect and great.
[HTC U11  Accessories] [Fenix]:
So I'll return back the Beyeah screen protector.

I didn'try the application, but I see it cuts part of the display to the edges. It's so bad.

I'll go for the imak one :)
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
I think you will be happy with the Imak. I have no complaints. It's very rare you see the dot matrix, I think it actually looks beautiful compared to the alternative, getting an ugly scratch on your screen lol.
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
I actually think the imak looks better while wearing sunglasses than naked as well.
[HTC U11  Accessories] [Fenix]:
[MENTION=3795321]LibertyMonger[/MENTION]

I've seen your post with imak front screen protector photos.

When applied, does the thickness increase?

Is it compatible with spigen covers (rugged and crystal)?
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
It works perfectly with my HTC wallet case, no problems closing it. The edges seem to curve just enough to work with cases based on the pictures I've seen. It's been about four days since I applied the imak and to me it feels and appears natural, like it doesn't have a screen guard. I'm really liking it and would order again.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
What is the slipperiness factor of this back? Mine is under delivery from ebay, but i'm curious.

I'm planning on using it together with DevilCase and probably my other cases as well (like incipio).

How much it sticks at the edges is a crucial question, if it will tear off when Im trying to remove from a robust case... probably i'll need to stick with using devilcase only if I want to apply imak back cover.
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
I posted pics. It seems as perfect as can be. No problems with my wallet case. It adds extra grip.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Wildclip:
Currently using the BIUZKO tempered glass screen protector off Amazon. The non curved version and seems to be pretty good. Just wished it would cover the area above the camera or below the home button as well
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
The grip is great, it's not slippery like it is when it is naked. I think the edges will be fine it adheres really well plus it comes with an extra so as long as you apply the first one right you will have a back up if the edges do degrade. I would heat it a little with a hair dryer and let it sit for a while. I think you will love it buddy. I can't see anything being too much better. it is very thin and looks natural, does not degrade the color whatsoever. It doesn't cover the back all the way to the edge of the metal from, there is a small half of a centimeter space all away around so i think that helps with preventing a case tearing it back.

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I could be wrong, but with my experience with the Imak front and back, I see no reason for trying any other protector. Unless of course I get a different case and the edges change my opinion. But from the looks of the case you are going to be using, it appears the Imak front curves just enough to fit perfect. Make your screen look complete with no gap on the dges. This is just my opinion from viewing a pic of your case with a non curved protector on it. that person complained of dust getting in between the edges. I am just being honest from my experience so don't hold me accountable if I am wrong! Lol. Good luck Buddy.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
Good, good! Thanks for the detailed answers. I'm looking for an in-between solution that gives good protection and still shows off the beauty of the phone, but still in some cases a bumper (devilcase) with no back protection while owning an incipio dualpro/siedio urges the change to the back-protected one while outdoors, walking around forests and such. So my master plan is :D

First, stick and keep the IMak back protector on the back, stick some tempered glass on the front.

A. normal day: devilcase

B. outdoors: incipio or seidio

So on some days I'll need to force the phone in and out of a case. My idea is that the back protection can get a bit of force while popping out of the incipio/seidio. But anyway, I'll report back what happens if the IMak gets here. I'll apply the extra heat of the hairdrier on the edges indeed so that it sticks strong. :)
[HTC U11  Accessories] Snah001:
I have the Skinomi TechSki HTC U11 Full Body Skin now 14 days in use.

Nobody can see that it has a skin applied to it and it looks as beautifull it is without a skin and it keeps it looks!

Very satisfied with the result and smudging is much less as it is no longer a fingerprint magnet and won't scratch.

It is absolutely not slippery anymore and you can lay it down on it's back on a glass table without fears of sliding off the table,

Only shortcome is that damage due to a fall on the wrong spot won't stop screen or back from cracking but that was not my intention with this skin.
[HTC U11  Accessories] mathrania:
I have the skinomi skin, and thr device is not slippery anymore. I ordered Matte finish skinomi screen protector and it looks amazing....
[HTC U11  Accessories] flamadiddle:
Imak 3D Curved Full Coverage TGSP Review

I was about to give up on TGSPs for this phone. The Imak 3D was going to be my last attempt. I waited weeks for it to arrive.

It's perfect.

All the cutouts line up perfectly.

The capacitive buttons are clearly visible and function at all times.

It has a slight curve on the edges (top and bottom side) that allows it to really grip the phone. I have not had any problems with it coming off.

There is no gap between it and the screen.

No rainbow.

I ordered from here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/222598709451
[HTC U11  Accessories] kinubic:
Are u using this with any case? Still looking for for tgsp. Currently using spigen liquid and rugged case
[HTC U11  Accessories] flamadiddle:
I'm using the Spigen Liquid Crystal case. I had to perform a little bit of surgery on it. Unmodified, it pushed the screen protector up. Trimmed the inside edges with an exacto knife. But it works!

I'll try to post pictures soon.
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
The imak front and back is absolutely perfect. Love it. Never see rainbow or the dot matrix. Hardly ever a sign they are there after just a couple days.
[HTC U11  Accessories] xLoveHateLegend:
Link you purchased from please?
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
Yes I posted them two pages back.
[HTC U11  Accessories] MartiniWisdom:
imak 3d tempered glass is not compatible with spigen rugged armor, tried the combination and its a no go. The same would be with crystal version because it has even higher sides. I tried to cut some sides on imak 3D but broke it. Anyone has recommendation for screen protector or tempered glass that work with spigen case?
[HTC U11  Accessories] slyguy0:
Haven't tried, but one would think that the Spigen tgsp would be compatible. Not expensive, so worth a shot!
[HTC U11  Accessories] [Fenix]:
That's sad, I'm waiting for mine to come:(
[HTC U11  Accessories] MartiniWisdom:
Case pushed the sides of imak the moment I stuck the phone in the case...
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
The imak fits perfectly with the wallet case. I was hoping to get something other than a wallet case but Im enjoying my imak so I don't know.
[HTC U11  Accessories] AdTee:
After reading the entire thread, I tried out the Ultimate Shield liquid front screen protector (£7.99 on Amazon). It took to the front screen perfectly and blemish free. It rolled over the sides well but just wouldn't stay stuck on the corners. As soon as I put the Spigen Rugged Armor case on, it pushed up the sides and created large air bubbles. I tried trimming the protector at the edges but it was too late. If the Ultimate Shield didn't wrap the sides, it would work perfectly so I'm tempted to buy another one and trim it before fitting.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Cibor:
I have Zagg Invisible Shield screen protector (film) from MediaMarkt (or Saturn) - thay are putting it on screen @ shop. It is really invisible, slide is ok. It costs about 20 USD (69 PLN i Poland) and it has lifetime warranty - quite good deal.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Tikerz:
Does anyone have any pictures of the Lamshaw full coverage TGSP? I'm interested to know how the adhesive on the screen part works with the full coverage black borders. Thanks!

https://www.amazon.com/Screen-Protector-Lamshaw-Tempered-cover-Black/dp/B0711YBG6W/
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
DevilCase U11 black bumper + DevilCase U11 glass protector - with black edge and full adhesive TGP.

The glass protector:

Pro

Edge / screen adhesive

Fits nicely, can put it in Incipio case as well, and pop it out without damage.

I could remove it, put it under hot water and retry, tho I needed a hair drier to get rid of the water bubbles.

Looks best imho, if you can install it precisely for first, and do the pushing of the adhesive continuously then this is a winner TGP.. No rainbow, no problems with touch input, as it's fully adhesive in two different adhesive parts (i guess different thickness of the adhesive matters here).

Touch screen visibility is great/clear, and touch input is perfect

Con:

It's hard to install it exactly. I had to remove it, to adjust it, and then put it under hot water, and still i have some minor bubbles, I'm trying to remove. They slowly disappear, but some little dust remained...so do it precisely for first otherwise headache :)

Hard to get it, it's from Taiwan.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/fvi6qsQNKXWjNf2p1
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
For me, and I know I have said it too many times already lol, but the Imak front is absolutely perfect. No bubbles, edges are perfect, touch is great. The only way I know it's there is by looking at the cut outs. In really surprised hardly anyone is acknowledging this. I will probably ruin it when I get another case. I want to ditch the wallet case, I think I'm gonna go for the fitbag.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
I'm aware and I think next time I'd order that as well. Let me explain a bit my story:

bubbles are there because I wasn't good enough at applying it first. If I had the nerve to remove clean with hot water then I could get something perfect. I ordered this one because I ordered the bumper case as well. I think these imak and devil case front are both very similar.

I think the imak one is not applied with water bonding either so I think I could screw that too with my fumbling :)
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
I report that my imak back hydrogel applied perfectly. Also I can pop it in and out so far without damage from my incipio case. I'll assemble now with the DevilCase bumper.
[HTC U11  Accessories] hx3:
I can definitely recommend the Liquipel Ghostguard protection, for both the front and back of the U11. What I enjoy the most is that no film or the like is applied compared to the traditional liquid protectors. Therefore, the device feels and looks completely naked, and the screen is extremely smooth. And even though the back is completely invisible with this protection, it does allow for a bit of stickyness for better grip.

From a couple of videos I've watched, it is literally invulnerable to scratches. I'm sure it could easily crack with a nasty fall, but Liquipel offers a "you break it, we fix it" warranty for one year. Also, I'm only using a FitBag while the phone isn't in use or using Bluetooth in my car.

[youtube]UevHhIMI6yM[/youtube]

[youtube]mra7Cj7umLw[/youtube]
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
OK, after one day of usage I'm removing the tempered glass with black frame. This was my first one applied, the one I've just posted about yesterday.

I realized that the led visibility is degraded about 35 degrees with these type of protectors..

Common sense, but anyway I haven't read upon the topic.

So now I've applied the second one of my tempered glass with no border.

It has a bit of halo but that's better for my taste than leds degraded...

This Liquipel sounds good but I'm not sure how shatter proof it is, even with the warranty. It gives a 100$ warranty as I see, don't know if it's USA only...

But now my protection strategy is complete for now till I find a better tempered glass without border and halo.

Let me know if anyone has a recommendation
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
Actually I removed and replaced it at least ten times before settling and it still applied perfectly with no water. Just trying to express my honest opinion. This is only with the wallet case though, not sure if you would have luck with other cases.

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Not sure what you mean by 35 degree led degradation. I'm not too tech savvy lol. I know it doesn't look as nice as naked but it's still beautiful. Guess I would have to take it off to notice. Only thing I do know is this glass scratches very easily so I would rather have a little degradation than a hideous scratch. They are completely awful no matter what the size lol.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
I mean when looking at the device from the sides not facing the front, there are angles from which I don't see if the led is on or off.

That's because the border is black, and the glass is thick.

Not too much to call it a big problem, but I rely much on checking if I have a new notification looking at the led
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
Oh, the led notification light, yeah that's the only part of the imak that doesn't have a cut out, it's just clear, so I can see it normally at any angle except if I'm staring straight across from the power button side with the phone completely flat at eye level. Other than that it looks completely normal.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
Maybe those clear areas ( which is clear on the DevilCase glass too) are bigger than on my glass because I can lose sight if I'm a few meters away from the phone and looking at it from say 25 degrees in angle to the flat plane of the table, like when charging
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
Tried to show an example. I can see it better in reality.
[HTC U11  Accessories] FuriousK:
I ordered the Lamshaw but didn't end up putting it on and got a refund.

Two things bugged me about it.

1) Yes, you've got two sections of adhesive, for under the clear glass and under the black, but that meant two separate pieces of protective film to remove and mine didn't have any pull tabs, so I would have had to remove them with my fingernail, which seemed like a recipe for getting dust under there.

I'm still not sure if it's supposed to come with tabs or not, but it should.

2) The black border overlays the screen excessively, even at top and bottom - I was okay with a little bit, but here's a pic of just how far down I would have had to place the protector to not cover the bottom of the screen (which of course would have meant too much coverage over the top).
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
They say third time is the charm, but the fourth piece of tgsp from the same manufacturing happened to be the one that's worked out the best.

My technique got better and better. :)

Still with a 3mm halo but this is far better than anything I could get to with a borderless one.

My trick was to give a strong wipe alcoholic, then dry wipe, then

A second round of alcoholic wipe only at the edges of the screen, then apply with one precise round, starting from the edges instead of the center working outwards , but both sides towards the center and letting out the bubble on top and bottom.

More alcohol makes it stick much better

That's how I made my last one looking more acceptable. I'm not satisfied but it will suffice...

Interestingly on my other u11 unit the same tgsp removed from the first u11 then reapplied without halo.

First attachment of the halo achieved with more alcohol at edge.

Second photo is the reapplied one on another u11...
[HTC U11  Accessories] FuriousK:
I just picked up a package of GhostGuard last night to try.

I don't know if I fully believe in it, but I think I've given up on finding a TGSP that's perfect for me.

Can I ask about your application process and how many wipes you get out of the included wipe?

I was planning on doing maybe 2 passes on the front 5-10 mins apart (I guess with a dry buff after each one) and then 1 or 2 on the back.

Thanks!
[HTC U11  Accessories] hx3:
Same reason why I wanted to give the Ghostguard a try, plus I wanted the phone to look and feel completely naked (never had a scratch or crack with any previous device, knock on wood). But I've always taken very good care of my devices, with only using tempered glass on the M8.

Power off your phone beforehand. I held the phone by its sides with my fingers without touching any of the glass when applying the coatings and wiping away any residue. I did two coats for each side, waiting around five minutes between each and then wiping away the residue. Very simple to apply.

You'll know when it's good to stop because the special coating wipe will dry up. Keep in mind that it takes around 24 hours to fully adhere, but it's safe to use the phone during that time. I did keep mine powered down for about 45 minutes and sat the phone down on the included micro fiber cloth, just in case.

Fyi: I'm not sure if I read this in regards to the Ghostguard, but it rang a bell. Don't apply the special coating on the fingerprint sensor. It may not function properly if you do so. You can go over the rest of the bezel, though. I could be wrong about that, but I stayed away from it any way. Everything works perfectly and the screen is extremely smooth.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
... and my final combination emerges :)

Thanks for all people, for the input on the two threads cases and protectors...

Devilcase bumper alu black / alternating with incipio dualpro navy for non office days

Imak hydrogel back

Sundatom tgsp

I'm less happy about the tgsp, but overall this is the office day setup.

And incipio for when outdoors, vacation...
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
So you have the Imak back applied? How do you like it? I think it is very nice and very hard to see but at the same time it is hard to clean, just dry wiping doesn't cut it. The naked back cleans up much nicer. But when the Imak is clean you can hardly tell it is there.

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For now my Imak TGSP is working great, but when I switch from the wallet case to a clear style case and it doesn't fit properly, I'm going straight for the GhostGuard.
[HTC U11  Accessories] tbalden:
Yeah, the same here, it's harder to wipe, but it's invisible otherwise. Perfect back scratch protection even when popping in and out of the cases, like the incipio.

This ghostguard sounds promising. Wish there were some shatter drop tests available somewhere.

I guess the only minor issue would be that you cannot remove it after application, right?
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
Yeah and if and when there is a scratch, the only way to know is to remove the ghostguard.
[HTC U11  Accessories] hx3:
I really don't know if there is a way to remove the Ghostguard coating. Keep in mind when you apply the "special" wipe, it doesn't come out as a film like the other liquid protectors. There is absolutely nothing to peel off. It is completely invisible to the eye and touch. Unless there is something else that can remove the coating that I'm not aware of yet.

Curiosity just hit me, and while I was leery of doing this, I went ahead with it. I took the sharpest edge of one of my keys and ran it, quite roughly, all across the screen and back glass. Not a single scratch, blemish, etc. and it moved around the glass very smoothly. However, I highly doubt it is prone to cracks if dropped on to a hard/rough surface when naked.

It may not fit everyone's taste, but it's the best for me. I'm really not a fan of tempered glass anymore, not only from trying to find a good one, but also because of the additional height. Films, liquid or not, aren't as smooth. If you're using any kind of case, I wouldn't be worried at all about using the Ghostguard. I'm using a leather FitBag, and I intentionally dropped it with the phone inside from waist height, on to a hard surface, and no issues.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Doughnut:
I'm using an ultimateshield clear guard.

I was previously using a glass screen protector but the amount of reflections it caused was crazy and I could clearly see the middle of the protector didn't touch the middle of the screen and dust was somehow working its way in.

So the ultimateshield clear guard - it's good, no obvious loss of screen clarity or function. I wet applied it using a soapy solution.

It's not obviously as strong as a glass screen protector but I like how grippy it makes the screen, I actually find it more pleasing typing on the screen now that I have this protector. It offers a layer of grip that allows you to type super quickly without having your thumbs slide...

The orange peel effect still exists but it's nothing major or distracting.

I feel a lot more comfortable with this protector given its grippy feeling and completely adhering to the screen without any gap.

Would purchase again, would recommend.
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
I saw a video by J. Williams who says he got scratches on his. Hopefully the Ghostguard is better than the brand he used. [youtube]mpuG1vFbBfQ[/youtube]

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I notice my imak does reflect more in certain situations but over 90% of the time I never see it and especially don't see it when in use. And my whole screen is applied perfectly, the middle sticks perfectly.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Cibor:
How could liquid protector be tougher than glass after drying? No way. One and only function of such "protectors" is to protect its sellers from starving ;)
[HTC U11  Accessories] hx3:
They work very well against scratches, and I tested it myself quite rigorously. At least with the Ghostguard, which is completely invisible. Now with drops with a naked U11, yeah, they'll very likely crack. At least there is a one year warranty to have it fixed.

I've always taken very good care of my devices. I'm only using a leather FitBag, and I tested a drop from waist high, and no problems at all. If you're using a case, then I wouldn't see any problems either.

But it's a personal preference of mine. Glass protectors seem to always have at least one issue with these curved glass devices. I ultimately want the feel and complete smoothness of the U11. And, so far, my combo has been working great for me. But everyone has different tastes.
[HTC U11  Accessories] Cibor:
Have you tested it using picks with different points on Mohs' hardness scale?

If such "protector" is working it must be harder than glass because layer of "protector" is very thin (if there is anything).

Testing with keys, nails, knives is pointless - they cannot left marks on the screen.
[HTC U11  Accessories] LibertyMonger:
He's not Jerry rig everything. He isn't trying to destroy his phone. It's obviously not invincible it's a layer of protection.