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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] ilal2ielli:
Possibly less responsive, as the dot matrix is a fix for screen protectors that aren't full adhesive. It helps transmit touch to the actual panel underneath.

Also, due to the lack of full adhesive, you will most likely see a rainbow effect that is caused by the air gap between the screen protector and the screen.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] oxymoron123:
I just got an email from Whitestone saying it will be launched on the 20th, hopefully I'm wrong, but just an FYI.

Thanks for your intereset on our product

We will launch dome glass for Pixel 2 and 2 XL at Amazon on 20th Dec

Thank you!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] jrbxx7:
Received one of these today. Op hasn't a clue on his description. Not full adhesive, dot matrix and doesn't cover as well as the amfilm. Barely any glue on it. The only good part is i got an instant refund from manufacturer.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] dkotoric:
ya my amFilm look better than this.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] gogol:
Question regarding WhiteStone Dome screen protectors, the loca glue.

After applied and set, is it easy to remove it?

Will it be pita to remove and might damage the screen?

If it can be removed, will the actual screen still good (no damage whatsoever)?

Those are my concerns with WhiteStone Dome, in case it needs to be replaced because of broken or whatnot.

Thanks.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Haz3:
I literally just watched a video about this!!! It appears it's as easy as lifting the screen from one corner under constant smooth pressure.In the video I watched it didn't even leave residue behind and stayed in one piece.... Here the link [youtube]8EBOs_Fntjs[/youtube]
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] jnclocker:
Perfect. Have been looking for one. Even Google's is dot matrix but at least it works well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] jrbxx7:
I definitely would not recommend it. Way over priced and the op's description is completely wrong. You'd be better buying the amfilm or something similar.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chetj:
I want to thank those 2-3 senior members who wrote and basically explained my experience of using the Mime Ghost Glass. Also, want to thank them for their kindness. It is a high quality product. So, it was not until after I posted the pictures that I realized that the dot matrix actually existed. As soon as i realized that it existed, I immediately wrote confirming it's existence.

Do not have much to say about the members who resorted to name calling and assuming the worst in people.

I still have the protector on my phone and still cannot tell the existence of the dot matrix. If you are interested in buying it, do not let the dot matrix deter you.

Thank you again.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Voicebox:
It's good you're being reflective.

As someone who was late to the party but there on the first day, I think your 2nd post, #4 in the thread was the real problem. I thought you had cut and pasted the "Adheres to the whole screen" line from their website, since it was bold and set apart from what you wrote below.

After reading that post I clicked the link because that would be something new. After poking around there, I saw absolutely nothing on their website saying that, or anything similar, particularly in the product description. Again, I was expecting that exact line to be somewhere. So I came back to the thread (very skeptical at that point), and when I got to the pics, I saw the dot matrix right off the bat in the first picture. And I mean instantly. At that point I thought WTF? (By the way, those are great pictures.)

Then I clicked to the 2nd page and saw others had noticed the dot matrix. I would not have posted anything, since there are already similar protectors for half the price, and I was done. But I do understand why people reacted so strongly given how unequivocal your response was on a key factual issue. Also your first post says "no dot matrix", and not something like "I can't see any dot matrix". Anyway, I did think some posts were overboard.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] jrbxx7:
It is also not full adhesive as u reported and has less adhesive than several others i have used. I highly recommend NOT purchasing for the ridiculous price vs quality.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] zetsumeikuro:
It happens! Let's not be so hard on the guy I definitely was a genuine mistake! As for the better solutions right now I'd say amfilm and the Zagg are the best until the dome glass comes out.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] praveenvj:
How is the glass protector offered on Google Store?

I already spent money on a glass protector and it had all the issues listed .... adhesive only on ends, rainbow color, etc. Also it cracked on day 1 itself just by falling off the laptop table, (but luckily screen was protected... so i guess it did its job). Then the only other feasible option was the film protectors, but not too happy with the feel on the screen. Looking for a good screen protector. I thought the one sold by Google would be good, but there is no reviews and someone mentioned it is also with edge adhesive. So not sure how effective it will be.

No where on the Dome site is Pixel 2 XL listed. Is it sure it is getting launched soon and is it good? Amazon seems to have many with just 3* ratings.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] an21281:
Yes the Whitestone Dome was scheduled to be released 12/23. I think they sell though Amazon mostly.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] praveenvj:
It appears to have launched in Amazon as Dome Glass. Is this the same? I still don't see it on Whitestone site. Any reviews?

Also will I need a new case to use with this cover?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Zoolander99:
Stock with Kang
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] flex360:
Are there any good tempered glass screen protector for this phone????
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] gogol:
Unfortunately not.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Nocturnal86:
That is not adhering to the whole screen. You can tell, and it even has the dot matrix showing..
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] noranyan:
MIME Screen Protector - my experience

I guess few people care about this MIME tempered glass screen protector but I feel I might as well share my experience with this product after a month or so of use and before I move on to the InvisShield.

Long-story-short verdict:

Great partially-adhesive glass protector plagued by pocket lint.

Good:

- Dummy-proof installation process

Easy as shown in the installation video on their website.

Love their anti-dust film (it's not just small strips of tape but the size of the whole screen. I think it should be included in every screen protector product)

Just place the film on the screen, tear it off, align and place the glass on the screen, let the glass "adhere" (I know it's not full adhesive) onto the screen by

itself, rub and push the air bubbles (which I didn't have) towards the edge and MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.

- Smoothness and sensitive screen touch

Of course it doesn't feel like it isn't there but it feels smooth and pleasant to touch and no unregistered touch for a month of use.

- Fingerprint resistant

You can see your own fingerprint if your hands are greasy but for normal, not-so-dirty hands, you don't.

Instead of fingerprints it attracts something else...

So-so:

- Occasional rainbow effect

Occasionally I can see some weird colourful swirls in the middle of the screen and I guess that's what people call rainbow effect, but it disappears soon.

It didn't appear right after installation, but two weeks or so after that all out of a sudden.

I thought it was the humidity or temperature difference since I took my phone with me to bath, but the next time it appeared was at room temperature

and humidity so I assume that's not the direct cause of the rainbow effect.

But it should be noted that it went away in no time and I guess it's inevitable for partially-adhesive protectors.

- Dot matrix almost invisible except under bright sunlight

Another thing you have to stand for this kind of glass protectors is dot matrix.

Yes it's there, but well I can stand for it.

- The shape of the glass with the "horns" is not for everyone

Another personal preference. I'm fine with it.

What I hate - It's a pocket lint blackhole

This is what drove me nut and decided to get a LOCA protector.

As people mentioned for other glass protectors of similar types, the pocket lint eventually finds their ways into the edge of the glass filling the gaps all around your screen. (I am not sure if it has something to do with my case, Caseology Parallax, coz I have dust and lint stuck on the inside of the edges of the case too)

The surface of the glass also likes a share of the lint and I hate that sometimes I have to try to get rid of the mess when I pull my phone out of my pocket.

Whether I will get another one if my InvisShield fails?

I might as well try out amFilm, which is much cheaper and looks similar.

But I still think that this is a quality screen protector with one annoying but probably inevitable flaw.

Hope my two cents help.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] yamaha_wins:
This protector gets dirty up the sides it also cracks very easy.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] mypixel2xl:
could you please share the link to buy tempered glass for pixel 2 xl . i have tried many and nothing was good. thanks for your help.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] mypixel2xl:
can you please share the details and where to buy this tempered glass?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] umx:
ill take my white dome any day over this one, by far the best one on the market.,
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] semakawa:
This is the best screen protector for pixel 2 xl. I have it and i tried 2 other before this one. Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Gl...8-1&keywords=whitestone+dome+glass+pixel+2+xl
[Moto Z Play Questions & Answers] Jaderalves:
plz i deleted /system/ui/notifications i need restore without having to do factory restoration

thx

Moto z play xt1635-02
[Moto X4 Questions & Answers] Piela650:
Hello,

I am having an issue with my newly purchased Moto X4. When iPhone users send a video through text message, my phone does not receive it properly. The video is split into two texts, one with a still image of the video which does not play any video whatsoever, it's just an image. The next message that comes in is the audio of the video clip, but when you press play to hear it, it gives a message saying "Can't play audio. Try again" and will not work. Can someone help me understand why I can't receive any videos via text? I have only received them from iPhone users so far, but I never had this problem on my original Moto x. Anyone experienced anything like this?

Thank you,

Mike
[Moto X4 Questions & Answers] meber:
Mine does the same if someone has a fix it would be amazing
[Moto X4 Questions & Answers] ijuanp03:
Someone sent me an Animoji and it went straight to messages. I can play the animoji with no issues.
[LG V30 Questions & Answers] joeymaxx:
Hi,

Recently bought a V30 and enjoying it so far. One of the main reasons I bought the phone was for the audio capabilities it has.

I just got round to loading my music colection onto the phone. On quite a high number of songs when skipping to the next track when the DAC is enabled it seems to skip the first 0.1-0.25 seconds (estimate) of the next song. It doesn't sound like much, but it is so annoying as you miss the first few notes or half a word. As soon as you disable the DAC or play through speakers the problem goes away. The problem also goes away if you get to end of the previous song, it only seems to occur when you hit skip. Is anybody else having this issue or know a way to correct this?

UK V30 (H930), Apps used were Google play and LG music player. All MP3s are 320kbs, tried on multiple different headphones and earbuds (including supplied). I've also tried turning off and on/updating software to no avail.

Cheers, Joe
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
I sent in my old S7 for a trade in for a note 8 with up to $400 off via Samsung USA website.

They ( Ingram Micros) received my S7 on the 4th of December , but I have not yet received an email of whether it has been accepted or not. I'm not sure if it's my imagination or not but when I use the shop Samsung app it shows in red that I have saved $400, or was this there already before ?

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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] KruseLudsMobile:
Did mine right at a Verizon store for the $400 discount.

- R. Kruse Ludington

Galaxy Note 8<-5<-3<-S3<-Nexus; Droid X; HTC HD2<-Touch Pro 2<-Tilt<-8525; O2 XDA II<-XDA
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Yeah. , I'm referring to the Samsung USA trade in program, cheers.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Shuthefrontdoor:
I recently bought with the trade in and I paid the phone in full which already deducted the trade In phone price. They are still awaiting for me to send phone back to them, I've already received new note
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] KruseLudsMobile:
Agreed - even at the Verizon store, you don't have to turn in your old phone until later when you are sure you are happy with the purchase. Allows you too also use the Samsung software to transfer EVERYTHING from the old phone to the new one. Worked almost flawlessly (only had to uninstall and then reinstall a couple of apps). I use Nova launcher - and the desktop and widgets and their placement worked perfectly.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
I guess what concerns me with the Samsung trade in program for those inc myself that purchased directly from Samsung USA website, is that there was alot of rejections when this type of trade in was offered back in summer with the S8 trade in promo.

Many folks claimed that their devices were in mint condition received just $25 off after their device in and were billed the discount amount on their card or finance. All this occuring after their new device return window was closed.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] KruseLudsMobile:
Don't give them your old phone until after you get the new one!

- R. Kruse Ludington

Galaxy Note 8<-5<-3<-S3<-Nexus; Droid X; HTC HD2<-Touch Pro 2<-Tilt<-8525; O2 XDA II<-XDA
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
That's what I did. They send you a new Note 8 with a discount of your trade in already applied. You have 15 days to return trade in to them. They then evaluate it and say if you get the 400 or 25$ off , then they charge your card if customers phone doesn't meet their trade in requirements.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] KruseLudsMobile:
As I did it at a Verizon store, and they said I could return the older one later anywhere, when ready I went back to a different store and they said they couldn't accept it as the store was a franchise with a different owner. Went back to the store where I made the original purchase and they took care of it. Demanded a physical receipt in case the return/$400 discount doesn't show on the bill. And, there's another positive to doing it in person - don't give up the phone and "hope" for maximum value - stand there in person and only let them have it when they tell you the $ discount you will get!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Difference being you didn't wait and sweat it out to see if they give you the trade in allowance or not. Different situation altogether.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Jooosty:
I just did this with a LG V20. Ordered the Unlocked Blue

You choose which model you are trading in, in this case I'll be choosing the V20.

Samsung deducts the $400 right away from your total price.

So I paid $550+ tax.

However, once you receive the device, you must send the trade in device via the provided shipping label, which you should be able to track .

For whatever reason that you do not or they don't get it, they will charge you the rest of the amount of the Note 8.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] KruseLudsMobile:
Yes - why do it that way?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
I'm not on Verizon.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Has anyone that did the Note 8 trade in back December via Samsung direct heard anything yet?

They received my S7 11th December, but as of yet I've not received a denial or confirmation of my $400 trade in credit.

Cheers
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] ZerosMadness:
I did mine at AT&T and I traded in an old LG G3. They gave me 400$ to spend however I want. I got a screen protector, 128gb SD card, case, wireless charger, and the rest went to paying off part of the phone. But I could have spent it all on the phone. But I didn't need to use an S7 or even a Samsung at all.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Glad it worked out. My concern is Samsung and their trade in shenanigans more so after Googling it.

Apparently they use a third party called Ingram Micros and they appear to just reject most good trade ins from what I've heard.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] ZerosMadness:
That sounds really bad. Have you tried to talk to them? Actually that may be a stupid idea. I called them about an issue that's clearly their fault but they refuse to believe it's their issue so I was left in the dust. But the Samsung app should tell you about the transition. Like I had to give them my receipt to get my extra stuff and that app gave me a time line.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
I actually did call them - old skool via phone ;) a month ago just within my return period for the Note 8.

The lady on the other end couldn't tell me if my S7 was accepted or rejected. So I asked for a return label to send the N8 back, which I obviously didn't.

When I read about Samsung's S8 trade in program from last summer, many were irate that it took Samsung over 2 months to reject their "mint" devices and offer a base $25 credit and then charge the remainder to the customers account.

Of course, by this time the client can't ask for their old phone back ( part of the agreement ) and lost their trade in value bar a measly $25 LOL. The kicker being , that they also can't return their new Samsung phone as it's now way past the return window.

Here's a screenshot of my order, it simply says I've saved $400. But it was my understanding that one needs to get a confirmation via email . In all honestly I don't remember of that red saved $400 was like that from the get go or not.

My return window closed on 12/24 . Still shows print label.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Wouldn't let me attach image

Second attempted
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Nick216ohio:
I've seen people get screwed like this before on: LG, Samsung, Etc. Honestly your better off selling phone on: FB, Ebay, Offerup, etc. Way to many headaches with trade in.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
I agree and to be honest I normally do sell privately. Just have a feeling that my mint S7 will get denied next month and they'll charge my account. $400 next month or so - 2 months after they received it.

Probably say some excuse like it wasn't factory reset or something. Probably because after I factory reset it, I went next next next, but without adding any accounts.

Hopefully not.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Nick216ohio:
Note this is in regards to driect factory trade-ins. Most carriers are cool with trade in process. None of this is related to them. Carriers = Safe and Direct factory = Bad.

Hopefully you don't screwed over. Just next time don't bother with that trade in crap. Can give you countless horror stories from people I know. It might sound like a good deal but not worth it usually only give you $50-100 more compared to resell. Sometimes its the same amount smh. Ontop of all the headaches you could get your phone back months later aka phone lose value like a hooker loses panties. Which will screw you even more on resell.

Only phone's I've seen hold value well is Note and Iphones. Maybe LG V30 and pixel 2?

Wonderful stories of trade-ins (Direct Factory) -

Brother didn't get rebate till 4-5 months later and that's only after hours on phone*

Cousin Phone got lost and only wanted to give back half of worth*

Nothing wrong with sister phone and they sent back months later. Oh and resell value droped $50 on it*

My friend had similar situation like yours and they wouldn't honor trade in*

I could go and on lol. Sorry for my rant, just being real.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
Yep, can't believe I fell for it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Nick216ohio:
Your all good. I fell for it few years ago. Complete headache never again.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] ls3mach:
I don't understand why people go this route. My S8+ sold for more and in days on Swappa. Local store offered $400. Selling local yields more too.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
My S7 was worth 200$ , I doubt anyone is stupid enough to pay more for one. Samsung was offering me $400 trade in value for the S7.

So in my defense it made sense.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Nick216ohio:
^That is half the reason for some. Other half don't wanna deal with resale. Some don't even get same as resale amount or just equal amount. So it basically good deals like his. Okay deals and why would you bother deals. Even with good deals they can shove that.

Stick to Carrier trade-ins or resale folks.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
My last Note which was a note 4 was purchased approx during launch time , I remember selling it for a mere $240 12 months later. I envisage the N8 being approx $300 or less when the new one comes our. Ain't complaining, but being a realist.

All my used phones are cases and covered from new.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] ZerosMadness:
Honestly I'm glad I went through AT&T now. Your experience sounds like Samsung really has no idea what they are doing. Like I handed in my receipt for the free wireless charger(separate from the AT&T deal) and they wouldn't except it because AT&T doesn't put dates of purchase on their receipts. I handed it in before they asked so obviously if I have a note 8 in my possession I paid for it and should get my offering. Also they won't take my phone back for a screen gap issue. I can fit a corner of paper under the screen quite far. That means it's not water resistant and their warranty doesn't cover water damage. Sounds like a huge scam to me. But your screenshot says -400$ delivered so maybe it went through?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] Limeybastard:
It's my personal opinion that Samsung can never exceed Apple for these very similar instances that you mention as well as others.

It's not bad enough that I'd scrap buying Samsung devices , but definitely most probably not direct from them again, perhaps no matter how good the deal is. At least when one deals with their own service provider , all is relatively smooth. Faulty phone replacement, trade in at store if available, etc etc
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers] ZerosMadness:
The good thing with my carrier is I can get a brand new device through a warranty claim for $100. It's super good to be backed by a carrier but definitely do a lot of studying first because some aren't as good as you'd think. I'm only on the note 8 because AT&T doesn't carry devices I'd actually wanna buy like the Pixel 2 xl. But every time I get a Samsung it's been problematic. I hatd 3 note 4s that all had the back melt from over heating and Samsung wouldn't help but AT&T replaced them every time and eventually just gave me a free Nexus 6. They also never held up on their S7 deal for my mom so I'm not on the best terms with Samsung.