yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] kenfb1:
Yep,

I 'll be watching this thread, ordered the Ultra 21 yesterday. First question I'll ask is will the glass protectors work with the fingerprint sensors, or should we use the film type to make sure??

I also read somewhere that these new phones don't come with a protector installed, yes or no??

Ken
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Maddmatt:
My screen on my Oneplus 6 stil looks just about perfect after 2.5 years. I ripped off the factory screen protector shortly after I bought it.

So... I won't bother with one for my S21 either. This new generation Gorilla glass is supposed to be even more durable.

Unless you have like diamond ear rings or something that it might rub up against when you make calls, then you might need something.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] MeisterGigi:
I could not sleep without protection :) (of my phone)

I think i will pre-order one of the around 20 display protections avaliable form amazon (germany)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Corlan:
With in-display fingerprint sensor, I've never been able to get a screen protector that worked. Hopefully this new gorilla glass will be enough
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] karandevilocs:
Did you pre order it yet? i can't find a promotion code like US one in EU. i just found a student discount which is nice but want something more to get it slightly cheaper!! dm me if you found a promotion code in EU
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] MeisterGigi:
@karandevilocs

I did not order with discount, i am not a student.

Ah, lets see if fingerprint works with protector, but on my wife´s phone (p30 lite) its working with a cheap screen protector, so i think it will do it too on the s21u
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] semass:
I pre-ordered the S21+ and for me this is the only screen worth having:

[Dome Glass] Galaxy S21 Plus Tempered Glass Screen Protector

Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus Screen Protector Tempered Glass | Limited Time Discount : S21PREORDER * Free Shipping over $30 in US | Hot Deals & Special Promotions Offer | Limited Lifetime Warranty * Ultra Protection | Ultra Clear | Ultrasonic Fingerprint Compatible | Ultra Everything for Galaxy S21...

www.whitestonedome.com

and for the camera: https://www.whitestonedome.com/coll...camera-screen-tempered-glass-protector-2-pack

Yes I know they are expensive.

On my S9+ their screen protected my phone. The protective screen shattered but the phone was perfect. The company also send me a replacement glass for free at that time. If I spend $1,000 on a phone I want to be able to sleep so I'll spend the money on something I can trust.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] BladeRunner:
I am a fan of the Ringke Dual easy Wing. Although like most screen protectors that use a similar installation method I often get the line across the middle of the screen.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Mike:
Anyone ever use the EGV brand? Looks to be the same process as WhiteStone Dome but at 1/2 the cost

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] xInsurgentx:
Note20U owner here. I've tried out many protectors. The cured tempered glass protectors are the best protection but gave me slower fingerprint unlocks and/or more errors. The first whitestone protectors had issues with the fingerprint sensor and they made a v2 which was better. The TPU protectors ended up being the best compromise for scuff protection and good fingerprint sensor response. I'm hoping QC's updated sensor might make tempered glass viable for me again. Btw, the Note20U had GG Victus and while it's very strong and durable, the screen is surprisingly easy to microscuff even when slid into pockets 🤷. It's a shame. I would use TPU at the least. Very few drawbacks IMO.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] thebarsteward:
I used the Spigen Neoflex on the S20 Ultra with no impact on the performance of the fingerprint sensor so I intend to use the same again on the s21 https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08PCJYS6Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] furfmonkey:
honestly my zagg ones have been fine for the last decade or so ... just get them installed at best buy etc... and buy the best version etc not the cheap ones

this one has anti microbial so in covid is piece of mind

GlassFusion+ with D3O for the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G (Case Friendly)

ZAGG Brands creates tech accessories that fit your lifestyle—screen protection, tablet and iPad keyboards, power banks, protective smartphone and iPhone cases, and more. Free shipping where available.

www.zagg.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] AhsanU:
Looks pretty appealing, I’ll have to find a Zagg store and have them install it. Hoping the fingerprint scanner works the same afterwards
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
I ordered one of these for the S21, and I'm not thrilled. I haven't applied it yet since the phone is coming today, but this is FAR from glass. It's thin, flexible, obviously plastic, but not floppy like TPU. Considering they advertise it as glass, I'm not amused. Glad I paid nowhere near MSRP for it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] cheetablaze:
Avoid UniqueMe screen protectors, I just bought them because I needed something to protect the front. Very easy to install and lays flat, but the fingerprint sensor is busted:

Amazon.com: [3 Pack] UniqueMe Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21 5G - 6.2 inch Tempered Glass Screen Protector with Easy Installation Frame [HD Clear][Anti-Scratch][Bubble Free]【Not for Samsung S21 Plus】

Amazon.com: [3 Pack] UniqueMe Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21 5G - 6.2 inch Tempered Glass Screen Protector with Easy Installation Frame [HD Clear][Anti-Scratch][Bubble Free]【Not for Samsung S21 Plus】

www.amazon.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Just did a review on Reddit from the 3 brands I tried. I'll copy and paste here:

In regards to @zachman1750 and his review of the Zagg D3O protector: I have the same protector, and it's a LOT like the Amfilm one. Same installation method, same feel, I'm willing to bet it's the same thing made in the same factory. The difference is $50 for the Zagg with $5 lifetime replacements (I paid $35 for mine), while the Amfilm was purchased for $4.50 for a 2 pack on Amazon, and even off sale, they're $9 for 2. I'd save your money and go for the Amfilm.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Dr. Fed:
I checked for that in Amazon, that was my favorite for the S20 series... Could not find it. I'll check again I guess. Where did you get it?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Dr. Fed:
I got the ESR "liquid skin full coverage" screen protector for my S21. Not sure why they call it that. Dry application, goes on like the Ringke Dual Easy series (has a lower film that grabs dust and then is pushed off in two stages with the squeegee as the final later is pressed into place). Feels pretty good, a few very small bubbles, has not peeled up on the edges so far (tested with Spigen Thin Fit and the Cyril Color Brick).

I would prefer the Ringke Dual Easy Wing, or something that wraps around to the back, so that cases can't push up the edges. Looking for that still.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] mattlcfc:
Preordered this from amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08PVK2...abc_PZ4QSAGQ2PV7VTSKF26G?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Fitting was easy.. Haven't dropped the phone as yet so unsure on the protection. The fingerprint sensor was shocking when I first set up phone but had an update within an hour of setting up and seems to make a massive difference. Not had a single error and Is really fast
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] moSess:
The unique me protectors from Amazon are hit and miss, at best. Attached are photos of my wife's and my s21+s. As you can see they are so-so. Hers went on fine with some contact points not fully adhering. Mine had big spots with no adhesion. Not similar installs using the frame guide supllied. With a case, they both fail miserably as the edges are lifted by the case. Maybe a half mm less all around and they would be fine.

The search continues...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Canard caché:
Why everybody is obsessed with glass? It's really ugly (thick), cost plenty and it's lottery for fingerprint scanner.In addition, often the feeling is really strange and unnatural... So why?

And if you have plastic (folio) recommandation...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] lect1984:
Glass screen protector makes the ultrasonic sensor very finnicky. You need to really hard press to get it to register and even then it is hit and miss. I can get it to work maybe 50% of the time on the first try, usually takes 3 or 4 presses with some effort. Definitely not convenient. I have a TPU screen protector I will try.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] fusiondynamics:
I got the ESR, covers the screen really well and the finger print works flawlessly with it.

Amazon.com: ESR [3 Pack] Liquid Skin Screen Protector Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21 2021[Supports Fingerprint Sensor] [Full Coverage Polymer Film] [Includes Installation Kit]

Amazon.com: ESR [3 Pack] Liquid Skin Screen Protector Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21 2021[Supports Fingerprint Sensor] [Full Coverage Polymer Film] [Includes Installation Kit]

www.amazon.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] San Diego:
Total ++++1000 to everything this person wrote. Well done!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] xswistaqx:
@semass do you by any chance have a picture of how well this protector covers the screen? I'm very picky when it comes to securing the whole screen as well as having no black borders/weird dots/large spot in place of fingerprint sensor. I know that for curved screens (like my s9) these protectors don't cover the whole glass but I'm hoping that with S21 pretty much flat screen this won't be the case.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] gotnoypi:
I've been a Whitestonedome user since S7 Edge and i understand it's expensive but it works. With the fingerprint sensor on s10, I had to follow a new step in installation to make it work and it did. However, one setback I have this time is the S10 screen is no longer curved -- I'm just surprised that it's still priced the same. If I remember it right, curved screens are more complex to do that's why the prices of those were that high.

I decided to go with this from amazon -- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08RRRSNVD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Unfortunately, I struggle with getting the finger print to work. I had to press quite hard to get it to register. I'll try to reinstall this and see if I can make it better. Otherwise, I'm tempted to go with whitestonedome again.

Going with a tempered glass is a preference as I had a few drops on my previous phones and the glass protector takes the hit instead of it direct to my screen.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] bluedragon38:
stay hide plz. ;p

IMO, u prefer a glass because u don't even care baout fingerprint first. and with a smartphone witch cost more than 1k (I don't pay that ofc but its the cost) I prefer to protect it that all.

and yes I take care of my thing, but sometimes sh*t happened like we said.

I will try with the spigen : https://www.amazon.fr/Spigen-Platin...9:Spigen&rnid=1680780031&s=electronics&sr=1-3
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] harvardale:
Just installed this on my S21+ and wanted to say it's amazing. It works flawlessly with the fingerprint reader. I'm very impressed and so far it's worth the money.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] rootbeer001:
I tried this one too, but took it off. I couldn't get a clean installation (dust and fibers that were totally apparent) and the fingerprint scanner worked about 40% of the time for me. I might try a tempered glass or get have faith in the Gorilla Glass.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] xswistaqx:
@harvardale how well does it cover the screen? is it actually edge to edge or is there a noticeable space left as with curved s9 screen?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] harvardale:
@xswistaqx it doesn't cover the entire glass on the front, but it does cover the entire display area itself, plus a millimeter or two.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] San Diego:
There is a 1mm or less area around the edges that isn't covered. Look, if you don't like glass covers don't use them. But I'll tell you this, I've used whitestone dome glass protectors for years. I've dropped my phone's many times. The dome glass cracks, my phone screens never have cracked. I don't think you can say that for little pieces of plastic film. Anyway pick what you want.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Superrman:
i use plastic screen protector that came with the phone,

i know it will get scratch faster then glass (can be affected from keys unlike glass if i forget which pocket) , but works better with finger print sensor and cheaper . if its get scratch i will replace with other plastic

i preserve my phones well so its good for me anyway. (i dont like silicon and glass not always fit wall and work with finger sensor well)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Shadowdkiller:
I bought the only screen protector I could find in store avoiding the over priced in store verizon one. It still was $16 but after a week with it on it's not terrible. I'll probably end up with liquid done glass but no issues with the fingerprint sensor currently although this is my first phone with on screen sensor. I did have a few bubbles but they pressed out and the few that didn't did oner the next few days just pushed them to the edges with my thumbnail and now it's been hardly noticed.

I'm also using the cheap tpu onn brand case it's a loose fitting case though. Eventually go with spigen armour or case.

Robot or human?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Agent Zach:
Bought the Onn, as I've had luck with their glass models, but this hybrid was garbage. Got it today, applied it immediately, used it for hours, just took it off and threw it in the trash. Bubbles, smudges, spots of adhesive attracting dust, etc...

I most definitely do not recommend Onn this time around. S10/S20 series, I still recommend, but steer clear from their S21 models...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] a99tandem:
I've been using the Whitestone Premium FILM screen protectors and I gotta say - its phenomenal. It's a multi-layer film that doesn't feel like those nasty TPU screen protectors. Feels smoother than most glass screen protectors I've used.

Comes with an alignment device as well. Out of the three in the pack, one of them had a SLIGHTLY off center camera cutout so definitely check for that. By "slightly" I really mean barely off center- you really have to be picky to notice. I still ended up using that one because it doesn't affect the actual camera usability.

Sounds like this film is very similar to the AMFILM material others have suggested, but with a slightly better hardness rating of 8H. The AMFILM has showed out of stock for a bit so I jumped at this one. Not sure why reviews show up as so-so. I gave it 4 stars, but only because I had the one slightly misaligned cutout.

https://www.amazon.com/Dome-Premium...1613598494&sprefix=whitestone+,aps,231&sr=8-5
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] a99tandem:
I've use the UV cured screen protectors a few times( on my old S10+), until the glue ran in to my earpiece and cured it shut. Luckily I was able to dissolve it, but not without it stripping the black paint away from the metal grill and permanently affecting my audio; Sounded awful at high volumes. Will never go that route again.

New glass is tough as nails, and for me, I just need a screen protector to prevent scratching. Films do that just fine for me.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] naufrager:
Hello, I've heard a youtuber say it comes with a pre installed screen protector. I guess it's wrong right ?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Outside of the US it does. It's also quite soft and will scratch/tear pretty easily and won't last long.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] steelersmb:
This does not work well with the fingerprint reader.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] naufrager:
OK so I really will have to buy one
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] leonleibovich:
As far as I know, this is a different tech fingerprint reader. Not sure a glass protector will work on the S series.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Agent Zach:
I just bought the "Zagg GlassFusion+ with D30" and am currently awaiting it's arrival. There are plenty of Promo Codes freely available on Google. I used one, don't remember which, and got 35% off. I'll update with info once I receive it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
I'm using the "Glassfusion+ D3O Superstar Ultra Layer Who Names These Things" on one of my S21s and it's ok. It's literally the same protector as the AmFilm hybrid (which I have on my other S21) that's $6 for 2 on Amazon. Same exact protector.

Edit: Sorry, I'm using the "GlassFusion VisionGuard+ with D3O". Seriously. Who the **** names these things?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] shaun127:
Hello Bluedragon

Can I ask how you got on with the Spigen Platinum. How does the fingerprint work? does it work flawlessly? easy to put on? Thank you
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] vnamee:
I've been manually putting generic tempered glass (I manually peel off the adhesive from the glass and clean it) on my phone with LOCA glue for a while now, but this is the first time I've had to deal with the fingerprint sensor. My first attempt, the sensor was totally unresponsive. After watching some videos of official kits, I realized that for the the tempered glass to register fingerprints, the glass must be glued and then weighed down to minimize the glue/distance to the sensor. I just weighed it down with some coins (10 nickels), mostly over the fingerprint sensor, and now my fingerprint registers reasonably well (not as good as the naked screen, but more than acceptable). You will probably need to soak up excess glue from the sides and make sure you protect or watch the top speaker grill as to not get glue inside it. It took me a while to get right, but the glass feels so much nicer.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] superleeds27:
Still using the one that came with it. Noticed a slight bubble/raise on the right hand side earlier, but that's gone back down, so I may have just caught it.

I'll be grabbing a pack of these though (for backup), used them on my S10e and they're so simple to get right.

apiker [4+2 Pack] Flexible TPU Film Screen Protector and Camera Lens Protector for Samsung Galaxy S21 6.2 Inch, Support Fingerprint Unlock, High Definition, No Water Required Installation : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy apiker [4+2 Pack] Flexible TPU Film Screen Protector and Camera Lens Protector for Samsung Galaxy S21 6.2 Inch, Support Fingerprint Unlock, High Definition, No Water Required Installation at Amazon UK.

www.amazon.co.uk

Does anyone know of any film protectors that are exactly the same as the stock one that came with it?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] runtime_Err0r:
I'm also interested, I like a lot the stock one
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] deziderkovacs:
Any possible reviews on whitestone film protector? After reading reviews and watching videos I came to a conclusion and that is glass is going nowhere to my display. I really rely on the snappy fingerprint sensor
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] elwood_:
Are you using solvent to remove the original adhesive? Which one? Which LOCA glue do you use?

Have you tried deleting and re-learning your fingerprints a few times with light presses and multiple angles? I've read that most people solved their issues by doing this with stock glass protectors.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] vnamee:
I used LOCA 1000 (lower viscosity) glue I bought like 4 years ago. Once it cures, it turns into like a sticky silicone texture that I've had zero problems pulling off the native glass screen. The protector will crack but it should pull off in a sheet. Alcohol will clean up the rest.

After trial and error, I think the most important factor is making sure the layer is as thin as possible. That means stacking weights on the glass, especially on the lower half by the fingerprint sensor, to squeeze out as much glue as possible. The natural weight of the glass won't cut it and the fingerprint sensor won't read at all. That means that glue will overflow to the sides and so you need to make sure you tape up all the openings and have some tissue ready to soak up the excess.

Otherwise, I just learned one fingerprint. I didn't notice that multiple profiles made a difference.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Batfink33:
I've had 4 UV tempered glass protectors on this phone now, 3 Whitestone and 1 thicker one from Amazon and they've all cracked at the edge without me knocking or dropping the phone, I can't work out what's going on? I think maybe the phone is heating up and causing the glass to expand and crack but I don't know, it's never happened with any other phone. Anyone else getting this?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] ermacwins:
Anyone tried this? https://www.amazon.co.uk/UniqueMe-Samsung-Galaxy-S21-Anti-scratch/dp/B08R7KF5Y6/
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Yes, it's straight garbage
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] Melissakis:
I bought a rather generic tempered glass with UV glue, I was in a hurry and my tried and true Mocolo UV nanoptics was not immediately available.

It works almost perfectly. 9 out of 10 (or even more) attempts are successful, the scanner is fast and accurate. The only reason I will go to Mocolo is the glue. The glue that comes with the "no-name" glass is just a little thinner and can create bubbles. Mocolo's glue on my previous S10 had never done this.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] subhani:
LOL at the naming schemes but I'm about to place an order for the amfilm hybrid except I see some reviews saying the scanner doesn't work with this applied. God knows I spent way too much trial and error testing all of Amazon's inventory of TGSPs.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Can you post the link you're using? Amfilm has 2 choices. The Hybrid works fine with the fingerprint sensor, the Glass doesn't. Not sure what area of Amazon you're ordering from, so link it and I'll show you what to buy.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] subhani:
Thanks for the quick reply https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08RYV6PD5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_FT2VVX43VC0Z0MK85RKQ
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
That's the correct one.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] subhani:
I already had this in the post, so I removed an otherwise good looking glass protector which fit really well and easily. Of course the scanner didn't work and this film protector is flawless. No bubbles, good coverage, and genius method of installation. Needless to say, the fingerprint works without fail!

I'm gonna keep your recommendation in my basket for future purchase, as I scratch these film ones quick and replace them. This phone and glass protectors just won't work. I give in.

Here's the one I applied and recommend:

LK 3 Pack Screen Protector Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21, In-Display Fingerprint Support, HD Clear Flexible TPU Film with Positioning Tool, Case Friendly, Bubble Free, Model No. Z1 : Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy LK 3 Pack Screen Protector Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S21, In-Display Fingerprint Support, HD Clear Flexible TPU Film with Positioning Tool, Case Friendly, Bubble Free, Model No. Z1 at Amazon UK.

www.amazon.co.uk
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Just letting you know the AmFilm ones will feel a bit better than the LK ones. It's a slightly stiffer plastic (still a film) that's meant to feel more glass-like.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] subhani:
That's what I was wondering. Those reviews complaining about the fingerprint scanner is making me hesitate. Thanks for letting me know. Gonna order those when these are scratched up.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Accessories] entropism:
Almost 700 reviews and 4.5 stars, plus personal reviews from people on here. Sure, there may be 5-10 people who claim their fingerprint doesn't work, but remember one quote from the great George Carlin:

"Think of how stupid the average person is, and realize that half of them are stupider than that."