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[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] MarcianoS:
I got the SuperShieldz screen protector (2-pack). It's utter garbage. Doesn't fit properly and interferes with touch.

I also tried the Tektide protector. It's slightly better touch-wise, but somehow it covers the ambient light sensor so the screen is always dim. Also, the adhesive is pretty ppor.

Both were cheap, but definitely no long-term solution.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] cachookaman:
Caseology sent me a refund after I sent them pictures of how bad their screen protectors are. I didn't even ask for one but it's nice that they did it.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
just purchased the sgfresh based on this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGyI3aAA1n0

i have a few question

1. that glue is applied goes over the speakers, is that dangerous? how would you clean them out?

2. if using a case that goes over the edge will it peel off the protector?

3. how many drops of LOCA do you apply beneath the protector ?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Pure+:
Horrible lighting and failure to white balance aside... caseology came in today and has decent enough coverage, the olephobic coating is as nice as some higher end brands. The lack of adhesion is annoying but nothing some loca that I should be getting soon can’t solve. I also have an intelliarmor on the way so we’ll see how that compares to this.

**Update**

Upon using the phone now after letting the SP settle for a bit... The clarity isn't that great. It almost looks like there is a grain over the screen. Best comparison I can draw would be like a grainy picture or grainy film. It's not awful, but it's very noticable coming from the bodyguardz which had what can only be described as perfect clarity even if it had the most laughable fit I've seen.

Sent from my p3xl
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Impulse215:
Just received my intelliarmor in the mail today. It probably has the worst fit of any screen protector I've ever purchased in my life. They obviously didn't have a 3XL on hand to measure the proper dimensions because the glass extends too far over the top and bottom. The cutout for the notch is too small, it's not even really the right shape, and it's not case friendly.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Pure+:
Pics?

Sent from my p3xl
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Face_Plant:
That's very disappointing to hear. IntelliARMOR was my favorite screen protector for my Nexus 6P, Nexus 6, and many other phones. I hope something decent comes out before I order my 3 XL...
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masri1987:
installed the caseology screen today. hot garbage, the sides have zero adhesion to the screen whatsoever.

This sucks
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Impulse215:
I don't have another device to take a photo with right now. I'll see if I can borrow someone's phone later.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] mauaus:
would you mind describing how you would apply with a toothpick? Makes more sense than the qtip because of the residue it might leave
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
Gotta fix a spot, video incoming.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] mauaus:
That would be awesome, thanks man!

Also found this video, seems like a good idea...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMH4-Stbig4
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
Check this out

https://youtu.be/5NL73PL46sA
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] mauaus:
Awesome!, couple of questions. the wipe you are using to clean the excess, is that just a dry wipe or with alcohol, and also how much time curing with UV?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
Dust free microfiber cloth that came with invisishield, but I think they have them on eBay.

I go overboard with 5, but 2 minutes should be plenty.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] mauaus:
I have a few from the 2xl dome glass gonna be doing this tonight, thanks a million for your help.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] airmaxx23:
Xtreme Guard has TGSP available now for the Pixel 3 XL, I should have mine tomorrow and will post the results.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masri1987:
so yeah guys, M-Glass so far is the best one (subjectively speaking)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HRFM5BR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Much thinner than caseology and the adhesive on the sides isn't as bad as the caseology .
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] wponder:
Intelliarmor Pixel 3 XL not good

I just applied the Intelliarmor as expected from what we know it's not good at all. The edges do not stick even though they are cut right at the edge of the lighted area of the screen. The top and bottom are way too long. The bottom tries to wrap the speaker but almost exceeds the actual screen. My case for sure rests against it. It has not been on 30 min and is already full of dust the lift is so high. The top is also too long, does not adhere on the edge and is cut horrible for the notch.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] airmaxx23:
That's just horrible, hopefully you can get a refund.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Pure+:
Alright well I am giving up on TGSP's. I found out that Spigen's "liquid nano" screen protector has SiO2 in it which is what Ceramic Coatings for cars, aircraft, and boats are made from. I had been considering doing a ceramic coating on my pixel for a while now but they typically don't have a very good oleophobic feel, however with discovering this Spigen product I am fairly certain that I'll be able to do 1-2 layers of an aircraft grade ceramic as a primary protective coating and then I'll finish it off with Spigen's coating on top as it has oleophobic properties and should restore the slick and smooth feel to the screen. I will post back here after I've done it and let you all know. I'm not sure this will be practical for all as bottles of ceramic coating typically run pretty expensive (no less than $100, usually much more) but I used to detail professionally and can get it cheap for myself. Anyways I will report back once it's done

Sent from my p3xl
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] mauaus:
did a pretty good job patching the mr shield with the LOCA and looks just about perfect! Thanks everyone!
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] jamiejames:
Imo that's really the best option at this point. Very happy with mine.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sn0warmy:
Some good news for potential screen protectors with no edge lifting and no need for LOCA glue.

Myself and a couple of others in the other accessories thread have recently given the Spigen Thin Fit 360 case and tempered glass screen protector combo a try with great results. To install the protector, you install the case and that acts as a guide to install the screen protector, perfectly aligned. When I first installed the protector the edges were lifted just like the 2 previous screen protectors I used. However, the glass protector Spigen provides seems to be a bit thinner than the others I've used, making it possible to push the sides down without breaking the glass.

So, I took a hair dryer around the sides to heat up the protector/adhesive. Then I put some pressure along the edges of the protector until they permanently stuck down. It's now been two days and my protector remains fully adhered to the screen, with no lifting. I put my old Verizon TGSP on top of this Spigen one and can confirm that the width is the same. However, that Verizon protector was thicker, preventing it from bending at the edges at all, so I could never get it down.

I think the takeaway here is that if/when Spigen releases their GLAS.tR SLIM HD protector for this phone, it should be thin enough to do the same thing I did with the protector that came with this 360 case. Time will tell but there is still hope!

Some pics for proof...

Amazon link for the Spigen Thin fit 360
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Demolition49:
I have the invisible shield glass + visionguard for my 3XL and i dont get any halo effect or lifting, feels and looks good, i don't see the issue people are having with this protector, if whitestone do eventually come out with one, i reckon it will be the best like it was for the 2xl
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] skyman631:
I have the exact same set up. It's a bit scary to drop the loca on there, but it is a waterproof phone so the glue shouldn't get into any spots it's not supposed to. And the glue cleans up easily, both before and after curing.

So for less than $20 I got 3 protectors and enough glue to install them. I kept the uv light from my Whitestone for the 2xl, so I was set.

I think as long as curved screens are around, a loca installation is going to be the only way to go to avoid the dreaded Halo.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] dalvarez0312:
So after checking out that Habyby Amazon link and seeing no reviews, I looked up the reviews for the same brand but for the 2XL and the reviews were solid. Saw a user posted a pic of it fitting nicely on his 2xl so I decided to be the guinea pig for the 3XL and bought it.

Verdict? It fits awesome!

It was very easy to align because of the design of the screen protector, it has those top two holes for the cameras and the bottom on for the speaker. I think I got it perfectly tbh, no dust under it either since it bought a great dusting cloth and wet wipe (not like those crappy disty cloths that just end up leaving more dust on the screen). Anyways, after getting it perfectly on my 3 XL (seriously i'm pretty proud of myself you can barely notice it) I decided to try on my case with it since it said "case friendly". For reference here is the case i tried it with https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H5RQP2M/

I didn't think it was going to fit well but after putting the case on, it lifted one corner a tiny tiny bit (unnoticeable to the eye, i only noticed it was lifted because my phone lost responsiveness to touch in that area, and this was probably due to the fact that its impossible to put the case on 100% perfectly) so I pushed down on that area of the screen whith the case still on and voila, perfection! no lifting and you can barely tell theres a screen protector on, no rainbow, no dotting, perfect. And it brings 2!

Anyways, here are the pictures, took two without the case, and two with the case. I've never tried the whitestone ones people are talking about, but I'll probably stick with these unless something major changes my mind.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] zetsumeikuro:
Nice! It looked good on my friends device and yours as well. It's a really solid feeling protector, glad you like it!
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] airmaxx23:
What's on the inside of that case, is it just plastic against the phone?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
have you got pics?

is all LOCA the same? i.e wont damage the screen / touch sensitivty / easy to remove with alcohol?

im going to try this method when my mrshield and loca comes in the post.

---------- Post added at 09:55 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:51 PM ----------

what case is that?

and glass?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] matssa:
Uggg I would like to test out some good screen protectors but most of them don't ship to France, even through Amazon (like the Haybay protector...).
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sn0warmy:
Yeah, it's hard plastic underneath. However, I was able to install it over my full body DBrand wrap. So that will prevent scratching the back. I don't think I'd feel comfortable installing this case without a wrap on the back.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sid3track3d:
Added LOCA to my Caseology TGSP and is now perfect. I love this setup. Caseology screen protector is so smooth and its oleaphobic coating is excellent. It's close to being edge to edge and still keep it's case friendliness.

Had to cure via the sun though as the lamp I ordered came DOA. [emoji23]

My XtremeGuard screen protector came in yesterday and is about a mm smaller all around than the caseology so it might work without having to add LOCA but figured I'd keep the caseology I had on my phone already.

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
how long did you cure in the sun for?

incase my light comes dead too :(
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sid3track3d:
About 20 minutes just to be on the safe side.

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
thank you

have you got pictures of how it looks?

i ordered Mr.Shield and some LOCA - fingers crossed it comes out half decent.

on another note - i noticed a scratch on my screen very thin and long - noticable.

i thought these glass screen are scratch proof? i dont know how it even got there as ive been taking enormous precautions until i get my protector on it., may have even been there from the start?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sid3track3d:
Here you go:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/psfC3kFZJdqpRgaU6

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
Really nice

How did you apply Loca? Just around the edges of the screen? Did you use anything specific?

I wanna get this right haha
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sid3track3d:
Followed the steps in the video someone posted in this thread.

Used a toothpick to apply on the sides. I did one side at a time. (top, right, bottom, right)

I let the LOCA fill in the gaps. Repeat if necessary until its all filled. Then wipe off excess. Wiped screen off with alcohol wipe and dried off with microfiber towel. Then once I no longer saw gaps it was time to cure.

Take your time. Do not rush it and you'll be golden.

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Paz9:
Thank you :highfive:
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sid3track3d:
You're welcome. Good luck!

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
The case is here

The SP was on it when I got it, but I think it's this one
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Haas360:
So I got the Intelliglass and it's too tall and too narrow, pretty frustrating. So what's with this Whitestone brand y'all keep talking about? What makes it so great?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
It's been known as the best screen protector for anything with a non flat screen for a pretty good while now. They send a rig with it for easy installation and the oleophobic coating is top notch. It was the best SP for the Pixel 2 XL.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Jsunn:
I emailed them this week and they replied stating that they have no plans to make a screen protector for the Pixel 3.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Spondronis:
Despite Whitestone having posted to their twitter account that one was coming for the P3/XL in November
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Jsunn:
Yeah, not sure what the real answer is. I would suggest that folks email them, maybe put some pressure on them.

-J
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] wazka2:
Has anyone tried amFilm? It has decent reviews on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07J1XSCPD/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A39FMJSCUOU8UF&psc=1
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sn0warmy:
Received my Mr. Shields protectors with some Loca glue and syringes this morning. Promptly got the protector installed and got the edges filled with loca. The end result is simply perfection. Very happy with how it turned out.

Side note: One of my Mr. Shields protectors came without a backside or any adhesive on it, which was strange. The other two are fine though. Good thing it came with 3, I guess. And for $6 I don't really care. :good:

Looks like this would be a very tight fit with the Spigen Rugged Armor case. If it would fit it would be a good option, though.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] zetsumeikuro:
Did you return the Spigen? If so, I thought you were happy with it? Edit: NVM I read your post in the other thread lol. I applied the Spigen and there was zero lifting/halo on mine guess I won the screen surface lottery. Just sadly one of them was chipped and it cracked so I'm getting them replaced. I'll give another try but I'm still a bit paranoid of the possibility of scratches even though I know it shouldn't physically be possible. Since plastic is a 2-3 on the Mohs scale and Glass is 6~.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sn0warmy:
I still have the Spigen 360. I was going to try and get a perfect install with the 2nd protector in the package. However, when I uninstalled the 360 case I noticed that it indented the DBrand skin noticably on each side and even peeled back 2 of the corners completely. I checked very closely for scratches but didn't find any, luckily. But this still urked me a bit because I have the DBrand skin there for the sole purpose of preventing rubbing/scratches. The 360 case fits so tight that it interfered with this. So it's really one or the other, in my opinion.

I also didn't love that hard plastic just resting directly against the front screen on the top and bottom. All it's gonna take is for a tiny particle of something even remotely coarse ( like piece of dirt) to get in there at some point and you're gonna find some serious damage. Also, the tiny cutouts at the top around the sensors and cameras are absolute dust/lint magnets. Cleaning them out is next to impossible.

Lastly, with the 360 case being hard plastic with some rubber coating, I didn't feel confident with it in terms of any sort of drop protection. Going back to my TPU Spigen Rugged Armor case gives me better piece of mind.

Don't get me wrong, the 360 setup looks and feels great. But overall, I didn't feel comfortable going with it long term. I'm back to a full screen TGSP and TPU case and I feel much better. But it's personal preference.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] :
Thanks for the info on the 360. I was wondering about the camera cut outs being dust and grime magnets. I just took off my zagg glass because of dust and fuzz sticking to the edges along with the camera cutout being a oil magnet and a pain to clean. I went with IQ Shield film for now and will most likely stick with it after reading all the hassle with glass.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] zetsumeikuro:
Yeah I think I will also feel safer with the full screen TGSP and a sturdy case vs the 360 and don't have to worry about the display being scratched. Since I get a discount from my company I think I'm going to head down to the Verizon store and pickup the Zagg since it has the install kit and if it has halo I'll just add 2500 loca around the edges and that should do the trick for me. Edit: Installed the Zagg and I have zero halo or lifting so don't need the LOCA. Here's the Zagg took the picture with my N6 so excuse the not Pixel quality photo LOL.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] wazka2:
I can recommend amFilm from Amazon.

No lifting and halo. I did horrendous job with application but protector itself is great. It's not full edge to edge it's just about the same width as the actual screen or maybe a tad bit narrower.

£7.49 for a 3 pack! Well worth the price.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] :
When the loca is cured dose it remain sticky and collect fuzz? If not what glue do you use. I'm thinking about trying glass one more time if I can seal the edges so they don't collect the fuzz.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] thacounty:
It might pick up some fuzz on the edges for a day or 2, but it won't get under the screen like it would with no loca. Can be easily wiped off with a lint free cloth.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] sn0warmy:
Yep. ^^This.

Also, you kind of want the edges to collect a little lint/dust over time. The Loca glue is crystal clear and once dried, when you look at the protector from an angle the edges can have a somewhat crystallized reflection right at the very edge of where it ends. However, I've noticed that over the last 24 hours or so, as lint/dust has collected around there, that crystallized look has really started to go away so it just looks pure black and blends much nicer to the screen. Again, this is only when looking at the screen from an extremely angle to almost try and look through the glue. When looking at it from straight on or most normal angles, it just looks pure black.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] :
Thanks I appreciate the help. I'll have to give the glass another try after I get some glue. I only had a minor halo up by the notch. At least this way there will be no junk under it.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Geekser:
I have tried several different screen protectors since getting the Pixel XL 3 - one thing I learned right away - Virtually ALL of the screen protctors on Amazon that have black trim around the screen protector - suck. They don't have full screen adhesiion and they tend to lift when you put a case on it - any case.

HEre are several screen protectors that worked the best for me:

ZAGG - actually - I hate buying ZAGG because they are so expensive - but I found that this is the best screen protector I have found so far. THere is an ever so slight halo affect around the screen - but it is minimal and with my Ringke Clear Fusion case, I can't even see it really. If you don't mind spending $45 - this one works nicely.

AM/FILM Screen Protectors- GLASS - these worked pretty well. You get THREE in a package - cost is around $9 bucks for a package of 3 on Amazon - and they are full screen adhesion - slight halo effect but again, with a case, not bad at all. For just around $3 bucks per screen protector and great customer support - this is a great deal and a good screen protector too.

I don't remember the names or links to the 'bad ones' I tried - but if you see that it has a black trim around it - stay away - it is total crap.

Good Luck - hope this helps you -
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Spondronis:
https://twitter.com/whitestonedome/status/1060700391195570176/photo/1

*mic drop*
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Scottland:
This is what I've found, which is a shame as they tend to look better (less obvious one is fitted)
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] kellybrf:
just confirming what we already know, but I've been in touch Whitestone and the 3 and 3xl protectors should be released by the end of the month. I should receive some samples the week after Thanksgiving and of course will post a full review here
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Nacho~:
I purchased one of the Zagg Glass screen protectors and it fits well. Luckily I got it well below msrp, otherwise I woudn't have gotten it at all!

I also purchased the new Spigen thin fit 360 case which came with two glass screen protectors. These work perfectly when used with the case, but are very undersized and look strange with any other case/naked.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Pure+:
I’ve got a full SGFresh InvisShield Dome Glass Kit with extra loca and UV light. I’ll literally give it to you I just don’t want to pay for shipping.

Anyone who wants it let me .

Mods, this isn’t a sale post. Literally giving this away to whoever wants it first and will cover the cost of having it shipped to them.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masri1987:
pm'd u
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] trevagreene:
Same experience with these ones.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masterxchief:
Don't know if it was posted but the revised intelliarmor sucks. The caseology one was better
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] wponder:
Did they send you one for the XL? The ones I got are for a 3, not 3XL.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] MervinsOnlineID:
2 weeks later and my loca glue/Mr Shield setup seems to be holding up pretty well. No cracks in the edges and the oleophobic coating is still pretty good. Just a quick update in case anyone is still looking for a good protection. https://photos.app.goo.gl/cTrCjdeZav4EWgpY8
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masterxchief:
Ya look at the picture I posted. The edges are terrible.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] trevagreene:
Anyone tried the 3SIXT tempered glass protectors ?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] RoWilJr:
Sheesh...mine doesn't look that bad. I'll attach a pic shortly
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] masterxchief:
I'm gonna try the 2nd one tomorrow when I'm back home. Might just be the characteristics of my phone's glass causing the lifting
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] RoWilJr:
No Whitestone Dome by any stretch...but it'll do for now.
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] kingmikel:
That looks fantastic. This was the Intelliarmor?
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] RoWilJr:
Yes...revised version
[Google Pixel 3 XL Accessories] Flyer66:
There's a revised version now?? I need to send my unused original HD TGSP back to Intelliarmor for this version.