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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mcdanielvzw:
On all 3 installs I have done, no glue came anywhere near the speaker. When I tilted the jig and dropped the glass, glue ran down the left side between the Bixby and volume buttons, same location, every time. Be patient, let the glue run down to where its' center is just past the center line, and pull the pin - don't worry about the speaker, and don't touch the glass before you cure it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] brockyneo:
Thanks so I don't need to worry about taping nothing up? I'm going to do it in the bathroom too run the shower for a bit try keep the dust down lol

So I do the glue then tip the tray down till the glue is hitting the screen protector then pull out the plastic tab?

Thanks I've fitter loads of screen protectors but never been so nervous of messing one up then now lo
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mcdanielvzw:
I didn't tape anything, personally. If you do it right, I don't see why you need to tape the speaker (there is a good chance it will run down a side and onto the back, but this wipes off).

Make sure whatever surface you do it on is 100% level. If you don't have a level the cheap way to do it is to put the glue bottle on it's side, rotate it a few times (45 degrees per turn), each time checking to see if it rolls. If it does in any direction, it's not level - Find another surface.

Look closely at the jig. There are arrows on either side of the long sides - These are the alignment arrows for tilting the glue. You want the *center* of the glue to go just past these arrows before you remove the pin. Don't remove it when the edge of the glue reaches it. Finally, WAIT. 3-4 minutes is not overkill - let the glue fully disperse, you'll see it suck itself all along the edges.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] brockyneo:
Thanks again I'll be doing it tomorrow once it turnes up I've seen a few videos where when tilted once the glue starts hitting the screen protector which is around the arrows then they have pulled the tab out

Only thing I've seen people tape up is the earpiece but I think that was more on the s8 plus

Thanks again for your help I've been through about 15 screen protectors and cases with built in one's and there all awful so not time for the main one hopefully lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] iliadis_babis:
I had a good experience with mine for the past 2 months but it's about time I get rid of mine . Nothing beats the clean look of the phone naked and my dome got too much dirt on the sides .
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] brockyneo:
Well applied and I've either been unlucky or done something wrong as I have a bubble near the right of the display and a couple near the bottom right darn

Any way to remove these or is it a case of starting again
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] wepa:
Try a heat gun on low and then press on area
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] poplectic:
So after trying every other form of screen protector under the sun and tearing some of them off inside an hour because of how horrible they were I finally went for the Whitestone Dome. Thanks to everyone who has conributed to this thread I had a perfect install. I never would have thought of checking that my actual surface was level! Point is though, my Dome had a sticker to cover the speaker grill and some absorbent strips down the sides of the jig. I haven't seen anyone mention those are they new?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] StevePritchard:
Yes, it sounds like they are new additions to the kit. What do the absorbent strips look like?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] poplectic:
Two thin strips of white absorbent material about 4 inches long. You squeeze them in between the phone and the sides of the jig. They worked. When I removed them one of them had glue on it so some had come out of that side.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] babak:
hi guys after reading this threadho also bought me whitestone, but after installing it, almost perfect, I realized that on one side, it is not aligned well, I can fix without removing the glass?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] danilos2k:
solved with red alcohol and a cotton fioc :)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] babak:
I asked to return the film to amazone, I do not know if mine is defective or are all so, too narrow in width and does not cover well side edge creating a troublesome line you confirm that they are all like that?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] iHypnos:
Yeah they're all like that. It's a bit silly given it's supposed to be "100% coverage".

As you note this causes a noticeable lip to the edge of the device. That said it's still the best screen protector for note 8.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] hannki:
Bit mixed feelings here. I watched every possible instruction video from you tube. Fails and succes stories. I'm sure I did everything absolute correct.

I did everything to the letter correct. I even leveled my table to 100% strait with leverel! After i opened cap and let the glue pour on the display it doesn't puddle same way as in videos. Puddle of loca glue is bit bigger and less uniform. When I tilt my phone glue won't move down in a bundle, but it starts to spread to form strait line. Top part of buddle stays where it is and lower part of it spreads down forming a wide line. When I pull pin it will form pubbles.

I didn't cure it. I removed glass and swiped it and phone clean again with water, alcohol and wipes. Used dustremoval stickers and started from start.

Exactly same thing happened again. Budle of glue won't move downwards when tilted. It just spreads and forms pubbles when pin is pulled. I had to accept this at this point as I don't have more glue left. I managed to work out pubbles with squigee, but now I have several extreamly small pubbles and one hair under my screen protector.

I'm pretty sure that this happens because note 8 has a such a poor oleophpic coating. Worst I have ever had in eny device. It's all ready bit worn (3 months old device) and every single touch of fingers leaves smudges. That caused the glue bubble to stick where it was poured.

I would say that this whitestone kit is NOT compatible with older devices that has been used without screen protectors.

Still best you can use with note 8 and trying to learn not to look at those extreamly minor pubbles and tiny hair or fiber trapped in there. I might try one more...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
Funny how you hate glass protectors yet you post in a thread about glass protectors exclusively:confused:

Like what you want but remember, you came in here and apparently have no interest in glass. Some might consider this trolling. Why don't you start a PET thread?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] RaymondPJR:
I'm on the fence as usual. I'd like to have glass but I'll go with film if getting glass+a case is too much trouble. I have time to explore the options as my phone hasn't arrived yet.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
I've just gotten so used to glass it is too hard to go back. I will admit I typically go through several screen protectors per device. If a protector has a dot matrix, it's out. If the protector only has adhesive around the edges, it's out. For the Pixel XL I found the best glass protector was the Inteliarmor Pro glass, Even the Inteliarmor was only 15 bucks so I'm expecting the Whitestone Dome Glass to be better. We will see.

If folks like the PET wet apply protectors, that is fine with me. To each his own. I just know I prefer a glass protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] RaymondPJR:
Since the advent of the curved screen, it's been too much of a headache to find something that works easily. That's the only reason I'm considering PET. Put one on my Note 7 last year and never looked back!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Limeybastard:
You know what, you do have a valid point about protection, impact wise, point taken. :good:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jal3223:
You must have never used the Whitestone or saw it installed on a phone. I have one on the S8 plus and you cannot even tell it is on. The adhesive covers the entire screen and the coating is amazing. It's no different than the tempered glass protectors for flat screened devices. It's just more expensive.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] stas333:
i am also curious if this screen protector works with Ringke slim case
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] UrGonnaDie:
:D i get my whitestone dome today sadly my preorder on the note 8 messed up so ill have to go get 1 tomorrow when released
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] razor237:
How bad is removal if it breaks or something and needs to be removed ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Obecny:
Just ordered my on amazon but would love to know the same, how easy is to remove it ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Rafy186:
Having tried just today, only 1 of 5 Ringke cases worked. I had to physically cut the one I prefer with a blade to make them work while I get a better solution. The only case that worked was the Ringke SLIM in Black.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] ProStreetCamaro:
Very easy it just peels right off and all the adhesive stays right on the protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jfenton57:
Will Whitestone Dome Work with Samusung Rugged Protective Cover?

I haven't been able to find a reference anywhere as to whether this glass will work properly with the Samsung Rugged Protective Cover. Does anyone know?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jhom52:
FYI, GravX has posted a youtube video showing some homemade durability tests and drop test as well as removal of a cracked dome. It comes off relatively easily without much residual. I would recommend using a credit card to pry off the broken glass rather than your fingers as GravX did.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] razor237:
Thanks for the info I'll check out his videos
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] AZ2ENVY:
Does it look like the Whitestone will work with the Alcantara case from Samsung?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Manumanu787:
+1 same question here
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zedexdriver98:
I tried it with the Alcantara and it's very tight!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] refusedchaos:
I have one of these on order but I am wondering if I should return it. It seems to really limit on what cases you can use.

These work fine with the VR headset too right?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zedexdriver98:
So I finally got around to applying the WhiteStone Dome to my Note 8.... Sorry it's so late guys! It was very easy to apply and it honestly looks brilliant! Definitely the best screen protector I've seen so far!!!

I use this installation guide to help me to apply it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SKgpYrNoAQ&t=3s

I've included images of the application and a few of my favourite cases that fit perfectly! I hope this helps everyone :)

[IMG="WhiteStone Dome"]https://i.imgur.com/LbhcaQd.jpg?2[/IMG]

[IMG="Glue Application"]https://i.imgur.com/YNKCLu6.jpg?1[/IMG]

[IMG="UV Light!"]https://i.imgur.com/uWvNLqS.jpg?1[/IMG]

And the cases I tried:

Samsung Protective Stand Cover

[IMG="Samsung Protective Stand Cover"]https://i.imgur.com/z9ApYZr.jpg?2[/IMG]

Olixar X-Duo Case

[IMG="Olixar X-Duo Case"]https://i.imgur.com/k90JIXm.jpg?1[/IMG]

Olixar ExoShield Case

[IMG="Olixar ExoShield Case"]https://i.imgur.com/fo9OZjA.jpg?1[/IMG]

Samsung Two Piece Cover

[IMG="Samsung Two Piece Cover"]https://i.imgur.com/uofQk0a.jpg?1[/IMG]
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] browniegirl:
Just do a return and buy a new one :)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] ruffnexx_uk:
Just a quick one ...3 installs later I seem to be a bit of a dab hand at it, I think i read this in the threads somewhere that using clear nail hardener on the edges ( after its cured) prevents lint build up....ive tried it and it works, no horrid accumulation of fluff and pocket lint...I used the threading end of a needle to dab and spread the hardener round the sides, then let it harden..i removed the minimal excess..and so far so good no more lint.

I can also confirm it comes off easily.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] n8beast:
I have mine on since release. And still my first and no lifting or coming loose or whatsoever bro
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] TurricanM3:
I've got a Whitedome on my S8+. I don't like the sharp edge at the top when pulling down the statusbar. Even my old Note 3 glas had rounded edges.

Are the edges still so sharp on the Note 8 version? I won't buy one because of that.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] GallardosEggrollShop:
No sharp edges on the top of mine. Though I've only had it on for 3 days now.

On a side note. Even after reading this entire thread and watching every video I was not prepared for the install. Messed up my first one, good thing I bought a second kit just in case. Had issues with a surface I thought was level, dropped the protector and bubbles galore. Checked for level, tried again and less bubbles but still bubbles. I pushed the bubbles outward, which surprisingly worked well and now it looks like a perfect install. Lint is still piling up but it's the best TGSP I've had on any phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] wepa:
I didnt know Whitestone has unlimited warranty $9.99 for a replacement
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] borijess:
Can you try UAG case?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] indie:
Just ordered mine for delivery tomorrow. Hope my case fits
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] krockafella86:
I'm close to pulling the trigger on one. How do they work with skins because I ordered a dbrand skin. Dont want to mess it up
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Evo 4G63:
I found an amazon review with the UAG case and Dome

https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-...f=cm_cr_srp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B075D1PR6Y
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Manumanu787:
So it does fit perfectly with Samsung's official rugged protective cover ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zige:
There was picture literally one page back.. ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Manumanu787:
True, but I coulnd't really see how the edges were. And a verbal confirmation is always comforting ;)

Thanks for all the testing !
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mehdi_s82:
I received my Whitestone glass today but I noticed 4 small bumps (dots) on glass on the edges screen protector on the adhesive side. Is it normal? My S8+ one didn't have these so not sure if I should return it. Can you guys check yours?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] kevinj1401:
Yeah I was asking myself the same qeustion bro! Also have that problem

Verstuurd vanaf mijn SM-G955F met Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mehdi_s82:
Have you installed yours? I wonder how it looks after installation. Need more people to chime in
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jah:
Pulled the trigger on the Whitestone after wasting about £20 on glass and TPU/gel foils.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] fgr:
I noticed it too. I assume they are there to let the glue flow all the way to the edges. I installed mine and the glue flowed right around them and they are not visible.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] masri1987:
does whitestone have lifetime warranty ?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] indie:
Just installed mine, its amazing. Can't even tell it's on. It feels better than the original. My case fits perfect and from someone that always puts tgsp on, its the best I used.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mehdi_s82:
Did it have the four small bumps on the corners from inside like the photos posted a few post above?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] mehdi_s82:
So I installed it finally and as others said, it doesn't show after installation.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Zirox:
any one knows if the Zizo static series are compatible? also Ringke Wave series? really like those two cases but I would like to know before I spend my money thanks.﻿
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] kuttor:
Asked before but any word on a lifetime warranty like Zagg??
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] warkentinkd:
You can barely see the bumps after you install it. And what I mean by barely see, I have to look from a side angle with a light overhead. Honestly, I didn't even notice or know about the bumps until I read this forum so that got me to investigate it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] pieces of cake:
These are great looking and feeling protectors but, be warned, they're ridiculously fragile. The slightest bump will shatter $40+ down the drain.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] StevePritchard:
FWIW I just installed my Whitestone Dome, and am very happy with it. Just a word of caution, for some reason I had a bit of overflow of LOCA around my power button, and have also found that my S-Pen is covered in it (I've no idea how it got in there). I think I've manage to clean it up, but obviously, it's not something that you would want to cure over time and cause problems, so check your S-Pen.

I can also confirm that it fits just fine with the Ringke Slim case.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] English_Gentleman:
Thanks for this. I'm going to order one when it comes back into stock!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jah:
If you're not sure, just accept that this Is the best option. I just applied the Whitestone was very impressed. Watch the youtube reviews first to get the sequencing and timing right. Don't use it in a case for 24 hours.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] dwertz:
Its actually pretty easy to remove, you just peel it off.

---------- Post added at 01:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:58 PM ----------

I used this on the S8+, it works really well, more pros than cons.

Some things you want to do first, make sure you have a level place to perform the installation. You can test it by putting a quart size amount of water on your screen and see if the water stays center or rolls off. It should stay center.

Another thing you want to be sure of is obviously, the screen is clean. Third, when you have the phone in the jig and pour the glue down, when you lower the glass on, make sure that you do this slowly so you don't create any bubbles. Fourth, try not to press down on the glass as you will push the LOCA glue outside the screen. Once you do the UV light the first time, make sure that you wipe any excess off, speaker holes any that rolled off the edge prior to doing the UV for the second time as it will solidify the glue and will make it harder to remove.

The CON that I have is that around the edge it will start to look like its peeling underneath. I don't know why it does this or how to fix this. I guess if you buy LOCA glue remover and buy LOCA glue, you can redo the install. This happens to mine about 2 to 3 weeks after install.

This is the best glass that I have tried for the samsung curved phones. It does have flaws but not as much as the others that only bond on the edge.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
Guys,

This Dome Glass is not glass. It is a plastic. Take a look at the picture with me bending it. There is no way this is glass. I got it from eBay and it came from Korea and has their bill of lading and their box. If it's a fake, It fooled me until the below. If this is a real Whitestone Dome Glass than they are scamming people.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] refusedchaos:
Which eBay store did you buy it from?

Imo it looks like they swapped out the drome glass
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
Direct from Whitestone. Package is identical to the package in the OP :(

https://m.ebay.com/itm/222636353448
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] chrisknife:
of course it's not pure glass WTF.

no glass protector, doesn't matter which one is pure glass.

break it with a hammer and see how it shatters. some people man...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
Such a nice guy.....I've had many glass screen protectors and I know what they look like when they shatter so don't try and explain it to my. This is NOT glass. I just reread the description again. It says it's "Tempered Screen Protector" but it does not say glass. BTW, I tried the hammer and it DID NOT shatter. It didn't even crack. It may be a great screen protector but what I got was certainly not glass. Try doing what I did in the above picture with a real glass screen saver and see what happens.

I do agree, some people.....:rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] chrisknife:
Right it does not shatter at all...lol.

https://youtu.be/JSuk78drNjs

Check this Video around 12:40 mins
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jah:
I am in the UK and have the kit with one unused glue in the tube. Happy to sell the kit without the used tempered glass to someone in the UK who would like to use another make of glass protector for £12 including shipping. I suggest any USA members could offer a similar service to USA based members? PM me if you're interested.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Menchelke:
Not sure if you got your answer but that spreadsheet linked in the video that shows case compatibility says it does.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zedexdriver98:
I know a lot of people are asking about case compatibility. I found these videos which are very useful! :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brX2VFIkBl8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX4co2npegY
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zedexdriver98:
Also to buy the WhiteStone Dome - I preordered mine here: http://www.mobilefun.com/whitestone-dome-glass-galaxy-note-8-full-cover-screen-protector-64792

It is also available here: https://www.amazon.com/Whitestone-Dome-Protector-Sensitivity-Anti-Fingerprint/dp/B075D1PR6Y/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1505752217&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=whitestone+dome+glass+note+8&psc=1
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] RaymondPJR:
Lol!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] dschachm:
YES It does, I installed my dome glass today and I use the Ringke Slim case. It looks perfect together.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] browniegirl:
Nope, if it breaks you're stuck buying a replacement for 35.00
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] zige:
Also available at Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.de for European people. I ordered from Amazon.de myself. I should get it tomorrow but seems that either Amazon or DHL messed my order..
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] stas333:
Could you guys post pictures of the case with the screen protector? I have been using ringke slim in black since the day I got the phone.

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] dschachm:
This is the best I can do.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jhom52:
My Dome was delivered today from Amazon. Got it installed without problems. The mobilefun youtube video is a good install video to follow. The Spigen Neo Hybrid fits well with the Dome.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] Mike02z:
Well, looks like somehow I got a knock off. I ordered a new one from Amazon with same day shipping. This one is certainly glass. It's funny but the packaging was identical. I've asked the eBay seller for a refund. I sent him a picture of me bending it to 90 degrees.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] LT1UltraZ:
How about otter box defender ? Anyone try it yet?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] jah:
Not great news. My Whitestone screen protector gave way at the bottom when I tried to insert the Note8 in to a Rinke cover. I think I did not cure enough under the infra red light. You tube reviewers have said this I believe. I managed to stick the protector down but you can see some micro bubbles in the glue. I can live with it. I may try to get a new screen protect and redo the whole process.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] stas333:
Thank you brother!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories] vincey2kr1:
Which case? Still wondering if the Whitestone will work with the Ringke Air