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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] mathrania:
I found so many on play store. which one do you use, can you please specify? I would like to use that too :)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xyz.paphonb.systemuituner
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] pemz82:
I received this screen protector today, it took around 2 weeks to the UK.

Long story short - it is now in the bin

The fit was decent in terms of cut outs and edge coverage however the full coverage glue was poor. It only stuck to the middle third of the screen and impossible to not get bubbles. The outer thirds of the screen would not stick to the screen and the glue not strong enough to maintain the contact.

Oh well, it was worth a go as it was cheap.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] user557:
I have the same issue. Seller promise to send another one.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] picachux:
Same issue here, impossible to get bubbles out.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
Did you try using a blow dryer to heat the glue up?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
This was my initial thought as well,

I thought it would be impossible to get the bubbles out, but i was wrong,

as i said, the trick is really to go from one edge to another in an extreme slow pace, bubble will still appear, but only minor one that would disappear by pressing and holding that area a lil.

that being said, this is indeed one of the hardest glass protector installation i ever did. Typical glass will only take me less than minute. But this one used to take a good 20-30 minutes of me
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
And it still sticking fine with no bubble til today
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Bogega:
Same here. All good. My only concern with this screen protector is it is partly case unfriendly and can't be used with 3 out of 4 cases that I have.

I will probably replace it with Whitestone or InvisShield at a later time. But for the time being I'm overall satisfied with Heroshield.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
It might incompatible with a case that have bigger lid indeed,

I only tried it with spigen thin fit, mofi ultra thin and google original case, in which all fit nicely.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Bogega:
Correct. Bigger lip cases are no go with this tgsp.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] rohit25:
Would ringke fusion work??? Any ideas
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
Have you tired something like the rinkle fusion
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Bogega:
No
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
How's the fingerprint coating? Bought ah couple of these to try. Also got the Invisashield on the way. One will go back.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
Its pretty standard if any. But i never find exceptional oleophobic this day
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] inffy:
Ordered two of these. Tried to install first one yesterday. Got the alignment perfect but both sides won't stick. There is huge "bubble" on the edge of the protector which just wont stick to the phone.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
Push it with your finger until the glass stick, and hold it for like 30-60 seconds, thats how i stick mine.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] pemz82:
I had exactly the same. Only the central third would stick. The sides just popped back up. I tried holding firmly for a period of time. Even tried a bit of heat from a hairdryer. It still wouldn't stay in place.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Mikulec:
Did you guys check the instalation video? There is a way how to get rid of the side bubbles. And do you have the Heroshield or the no name protector?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] inffy:
I have the noname linked in the first post.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Mikulec:
I have that one too and you can push the bubbles out, just watch the heroshield instalation video.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
Hey do you have a glass protector with edge adhesive? If so can you compare the size with the full adhesive one? Is the full adhesive glass bigger? Thanks
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] inffy:
Nope dont have any other protector on it atm
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] rohit25:
Got the protector yesterday... Tried applying today after watching the hero shield installation... Didn't work... Tried for.30mins... but the glass didn't adhere to the sides.... Threw away...
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] inffy:
Tried to install the second piece i had from the same product.

This one sticked much better from almost all around. Until i tried to get the few bubbles away. The protector cracked from a little pressure and made a noticably crack from the right side edge to the center of the screen.

Opened a dispute with Aliexpress, getting my money back.

Now will go look for another glass that would atleast be good.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Not good news. Have 2 of these coming. Been a month since ordered. Also got the SG Invisashield coming. One has to work. Lol.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Etirel:
Same here.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] umx:
I just bought 6 different ones from amazon.. needless to say they all sucked. Kinda like the ones the OP bought.. they are not flat so when u press on it u can feel the protector go down. I did get a flat one but the glue was **** on it and you could see where it didnt stick.. sucks there is no good cheap ones.. When i had my iphone 7 plus i could by them $8 ones and they were freaking great... heres all the links of the ones i tried..

this was better of them but this one showed the glue

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078WMHRPZ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Trash is linked below

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0787VSQF3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0791WHDZW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076JJY6S8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

these are showing up tomorrow and i will test them, any that are not flat and that this black bars at top and bottom will be trash

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076PL8XSF/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Im just going to keep buying and returning them to amazon until i find one that is complete trash and when i do i will post it up
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
OK. Got 2 of these. Took a month to reach. Cleaned phone and installed the first one. LOTS OF BUBBLES!!!! UNUSABLE. Tried for 40 mins. Tried pulling it off and it cracked.

Was like f#$k it. Trash and open a dispute. Watched the Hero shield vid and saw the squigy. So on glass 2. Used my Google case as the squigy. Worked like a charm. Keep lifting screen slightly and use squigy to push out bubbles. I got the Invisishield coming but might send it back of this holds up. Coming from the AmFilm. This is well worth $11.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
Might be better trying to sell the invisible shield than sending it back. Someone would pick it up.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Because of the size. Great screen coverage. But doesn't work with Spigen Tuff Armor case or any with a protective lip. Waiting on the Invisishield.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
How bigger is it than the amfilm
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] stumpy352:
It's about the same size as the InvisShield.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
I think all full coverage protector will have problem with case that have protective lip
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
AmFilm was perfect size. This one is slightly bigger. But because the glue isn't as strong it lifts at the one of the corners. Hoping added curing of the Invisishield loca will solve this.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
I purchased this one and it works well with google case but not with ringke fusion.

If you have bubbles on corners/sides I suggest you to push the bubble away and keep your phone all night with something making pressure on that side. I used this ****ers and it worked pretty well.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
This glass works better than amfilm for sure. I used a fingernail file to shave a little off of the corner so it can fit the rinkle fusion case. However I end up cracking one of the corner during the process. Glass came faster then I thought it would. About 14 days
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
Is this screen protector still being sold? The link doesn't work and I can't find the listing on aliexpress.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Don't bother.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] oneandroidnut:
why is that?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Glass is hard to install. Fit is great but getting bubbles out is really hard. Glass is full screen coverage. So pulls up with most cases. Takes some time to arrive also.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] oneandroidnut:
Well i would like to try it! Where is link at? One in OP doesnt work!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Pretty sure they stopped selling due to all the refunds.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
Found it:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Qos...-Front-Full-Film-Ultra-Clear/32834312438.html

Appears to be the same product under a different name/seller. I ordered 2 to try. I wasn't happy with Whitestone dome (expensive, cracks very easily... bubbles... etc) so at 1/3rd the cost, worth a shot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
I don't think that's the same screen protector, I can't read "full adhesive" anywhere in that product description.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] oneandroidnut:
nice wonder how long it takes to come in?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
EDIT: One review has a picture that appears it's full adhesive... but others mention it's only the edge. Guess we'll have to see:

There are other complaints that it's hard to install without bubbles. So it sounds like it's similar to OP's with full adhesive.

Since it's from China, probably a solid month to reach me in Canada.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
I have a screen protector purchased in the first link of the thread and I can confirm it's the most difficult TGSP I've ever installed. But that picture isn't a proof of a defective glass, it's just poorly installed. It can be fixed though.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
Good to know, lets hope the ones I ordered are full adhesive. IF not, I think I'm going to try scraping off the glue around the edge and to use LOCA glue I have left from the Whitestone Dome kit and see how that works.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] oneandroidnut:
yeah i saw that photo looked like bad install to me as well! man i cant wait a month im getting tried of my skinomi on the screen but it covers it so perfectly and no bubbles so i guess i will keep rocking!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
I kinda pity the seller though, lol,

They decide to postpone their sales due to a lot of complaints and refunds,

From my point of view, bad installation is responsible for most of the case,

This is one of the (if not the most) hardest TG to install. Full adhesive with fully cured gel/OCA used make it not as easy to stick compared to normal TG

People tend to apply too much pressure when installing it. Not to mention, they are rushing it.

Trick is always go from one side to another in a slow and careful movement,

Never push using your nail, use tip of your finger instead and always try to put a pressure in balance to a wider area. And hold it. The adhesive won't stick in 1-3 seconds. It can take like 10-20 seconds for it to actually stick, (as reference, for S8, this kind of TG took me a hell good of 45++ minutes to get it right and nicely placed)

Once you got some area sticked, you want to keep it that way by holding it with your another finger/palm (remember, wide area of pressure, gently) and then go pushing to another side of the glass slowly, and repeat,

Until you got it all placed nicely. Keep watching it, and as soon as a slight air gap appear, fix it as soon as possible. Again, gentle push ! No hard pressure

I can't blame people for not able to get it fixed though

Even my colleague, who I can describe as another seasoned veteran in applying any kind of screen protector and decals, ends up cracking two of this kind of TGs (one for pixel, one for S8), but he managed to get it right on another installations,

So guys. Its all about, technique, patience, gentleness, and... LUCK :p
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
Thanks for the tips! I agree it looks like install difficulty is very high given the fact that it's full adhesive AND curved. I feel like people are just slapping the screen protector on flat and complaining about the bubbles. Even with flat screen protectors I've used on my Nexus 6P, you have to lay the screen protector on one side and slowly push the screen protector down from one side to the other to avoid bubbles.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
Yesterday I sadly cracked my screen protector (the one from the first post) so I ordered two screen protectors from here.

I'll report once they arrive and tell you guys if it is the same product or not.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Bogega:
It's not the same. It's the same edge adhesive crap that's available everywhere.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] plokm:
Cant find it on AliExpress anymore...you can get it dircectly from heroshield or amazon for 19.99
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] stumpy352:
Obviously this ad is sending out more than one product to it's customers. On one hand you have reviewers saying it's not full adhesive. And on the other you have reviews with photos where they can't remove the bubbles, suggesting that it is full adhesive.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
Quick update:

My product arrived today. I can confirm at least one of the two units I purchased are exactly the same as the product listed in the first post. I haven't tried the other unit since I installed the first one correctly.

I attach some pictures to help you decide, but I can definitely recommend this TGSP. Installation is hard, I repeat. You need to follow otonieru's instructions and be very, very patient. Once you put the glass into the phone it will look awful with a lot of bubbles but you have to let them out slowly and with patience.

Here's my final result:

https://imgur.com/a/GtfVZ

I have 3 cases: the original fabric case, MNML case and Ringke fusion. Only ringke fusion is incompatible and raised almost the entire screen protector. MNML case and google fabric case are 100% compatible.

Screen protector positioning must be near-perfect for the google fabric case to fit.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Spigen Tough Armor won't work either.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] Blue305:
Does anyone know where to order this from the UK? Can't find it anywhere. Thanks in advance.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] chowae:
Damn that looks REALLY good. Thanks for the update. Still waiting on mine to arrive unfortunately.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] masi0:
Question to those who ordered Hero Shield - how long did it take to ship? I am now waiting 2 weeks with "pending" shippment and no updates
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] miisterlim:
I would definitely send them an email if you haven't already. Mine shipped the same day (ordered in the morning) and took about 2 weeks to get to Australia.

The protector is the best one I've tried so far for the P2XL. Full adhesive and no dot matrix. Installation is trickier though, just need patience and follow the YouTube installation video.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] itzik_man:
I received it after 4 1/2 week in Montreal Canada!

With one major issue: The Installation was perfect with great screen response, but the selfie pictures came out blurry!

I removed the protector and email the vendor which says they will work to improve and solve this issue.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] masi0:
Interesting - are you sure screen surface was super clean before applying the glass? perhaps this is why the pictures from selfie camm was blurry?

Regarding the application method - it seems similar to tempered glass sold for OnePlus 5 series by themselves - it is tricky but looks similar to 2XL
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] masi0:
UPDATE: After long wait I have finally received the package

Screen was scratched out of the box!!!! but despite I decided to apply it anyway

Unfortunately despite PERFECT aignment, there were no adhesive on the left side of the screen!!!! even if you try to squeeze air away it comes back after short while.

hints with hair dryer to heat up adhesive does not work...

I have asked them for replacement
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
Have you tried hold it bit by bit ? Dont release your hand from it too early, apply enough yet gentle pressure to the area which still have air,

Am quite sure that there is adhesive on that area actually, only less sticky (or been too cured), thats why it need more effort.

Heating wont help. If there's thing that help is to actually exposing it to UV light during application. It will stay stick easier.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] masi0:
I did all - i have OnePlus 5 which has similar tempered glass so it is not that hard.

You may be right that some areas might have weaker adhesive but still, it should not happened.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
Similar thing happened to me, you need to try to push all the air out from where it came (top left corner) then you need to make pressure on it for a good amount of time, I used those things to hang your clothes and left my phone overnight with one grabbing the corner and it worked.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] masi0:
Did not work - it seems clear adhesive is weaker on the left side. Unfortunately HeroShield is ignoring my emails since I have asked for replacement faulty item:(
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
Damn that really sucks. I thought you had the AliExpress screen protector, not the heroshield one. That trick worked on my aliexpress unit.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] allweknowisa:
My second screen protector cracked today. I'm not going to purchase more since they are actually very fragile on the corners since the corners are floating on the screen. Any light impact on the corners will crack the entire screen protector.

It's a pity since it looked amazing, but i'll go plastic or naked probably
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] def-g:
Try Whitestone. Buy off AMAZON. You'll love it. Install is pretty easy also.

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] kiru:
I just installed this screen protector on my device, and I can say it looks and feel great, but the oleophobic isn't as good as the Zagg glass that I had before. Maybe it's just me, but finally having a full adhesive protector on makes the screen just look that much better with no more rainbow effect (which was driving me nuts). Front camera and proximity sensor works just fine without issue. Installation was a drag, as it took me roughly 30mins to get it on and here are some tips for others:

- be patient, it does take A LOT of effort to get it on right.

- the black painted edges don't seem to be center so the protector "sits" slightly lower to clear the camera and ambient sensor.

- to get the air pockets out, I found that lifting a corner up and then using a card, of some sort, push towards the corner. I found that pushing towards the corners was the easiest way to slowly get all the bubbles out.

- since there is a lot of lifting and re-lifting the protector, it is very easy for small dust particles to get in while doing this.

- if you notice a distorted front camera, there is probably a bubble still under the protector directly above the camera, and this is also the same for the proximity sensor (I had small bubbles under both that can only be seen under bright light).

As a previous poster stated, the edges are kind of "free" hanging so I am going to assume that any slight hit to it will crack the protector. All in all, I am happy with this protector and the touch sensitivity and clarity is a lot better than the Zagg. Just as an FYI I use a Spigen slim fit case without any issue.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] kdkinc:
Just got a email that I should get my protector in 10 - 60 days, Wow!

Do they send you a pre-delivery email to let me know when to go to the beach and start looking for the piece of driftwood that they sent my screen protector on?

Might do the beach picnic thing.

Will post party pic's
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] DanteXXL:
It's pretty normal when you buy stuff from Chinese sellers like Aliexpress, Geekbuying, GearBest, etc.

I'm in Europe and most of the time my orders arrived between 2-3 weeks, in the rare cases they got lost I could easily get my money back from Aliexpress and Paypal :laugh:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] DanteXXL:
OK, so I bought the Qosea one like OP and another one from iMAK for a similar price. Both came at roughly the same time and they are basically the same apart from the branding I guess.

The iMAK one clearly mentioned that it has dot matrix while the Qosea didn't so it's a bit misleading to me. But it's not that bad when applied onto both of my Pixel 2 XLs, no rainbow effect, no bubble. iMAK was also one of the only TGSPs to fit the Mi Mix 2 when I had it.

The only problem with both is the screen's colour gets shifted a bit, so black is no longer "true black". Still on the fence on whether to take it off and go naked instead or not.

Overall these are good if you don't want to deal with the hassle of using LOCA as well as Whitedome's cut-throat price.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] otonieru:
If it has dot matrix, mean it dont have full glue. The midle part is not adhere to the screen, thats why the black is no longer true black, since there is "air gap"

It will get dusty in no time, and touch experience will be deteriorating, like the case with most of glass for this phone out there :(
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] DanteXXL:
So they either changed their inventory or sent me the wrong one, because this definitely has dot matrix. Their listing doesn't say anything about full adhesive so can't really call them out or dispute to get a refund :eek:

Still, it's not that bad so I can still live with it for now, if someone can find a listing with full adhesive then please post it here so I can give that a try too :silly:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] kdkinc:
Update 6/6/18

For the price and appearance, I like it enough that I bought another one.

Good to have a spare $8.00 was cheap enough better than $45.00 no hassle install with a case.:o
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] kiru:
Are you able to provide a link to where you purchased it? I order again for spare and they sent me something different. It was only edge adhesive and I noticed the "newer" one I got had cut outs for the camera and proximity sensor where the full adhesive didn't.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] kdkinc:
from page one:

Here's the product : Tempered Glass for Google Pixel 2XL Screen Protector FULL GLUE Case Friendly Premium Screen Glass Protector For Google Pixel2XL

http://s.aliexpress.com/qqYVbYFZ?fromSns=Copy to Clipboard

(from AliExpress Android)

or try this:

Qosea For Google Pixel 2 XL Tempered Glass 9H Electroplated 4D Front Full Film Ultra Clear For Google Pixel 2 Screen Protector

ttps://www.aliexpress.com/item/Qosea-For-Google-Pixel-2-XL-Tempered-Glass-9H-Electroplated-4D-Front-Full-Film-Ultra-Clear/32834312438.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.65e94c4d3Tv5Wx
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] IM0001:
Outside of having an entire side not adhere to the phone, has anyone with a few bubbles in the screen just let it set overnight or two? Every glass protector I have had in the past with a small air bubble (not a stretch of air like the photo above though) have slowly but surly aired out leaving no bubbles at all. It seems with a lot of people that if there are a lot of bubbles right off the bat the can't remove, they just give up and throw it out within the hour of install. Give it a few days and see how things go before ripping it off. (Again, I am not discussing the edges, more like any bubbles that aren't caused by dust under the screen that are anywhere in the touchscreen area or so.)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Accessories] mathrania:
Its not available anymore...