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[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] cyberblue:
removing these transparent skins

I have some questions for you who has experience w/ either IS or BodyGuardz (assuming they're using similar material)

- Does it harm the touchscreen when the skin is removed?

i asked this because when i installed bodyguardz last night I had to make placement adjustment and had to slowly & carefully peel the piece covering the screen, in the process i noticed the skin was really sticking that it pulled the screen (technically the screen cover that's a part of the device itself) with it really hard as if it was gonna rip it out of the fuze

- Will the small water pockets underneath the skin go away over time?

thanks in advance for your inputs
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Kraize:
God. Okay. So I've received my bodyguardz today. Spent a well hour or two installing it on one fuze.

Love:

It looks tough! Took a while to install, but it looks good and the bubbles should clear up in a couple days

HATE!:

The back is mostly 1 piece. I was hoping for a seperate traingle piece as it is not leveled so it looks weird.

THE SCREEN PROTECTER SUCKS LIKE HELL! I HATE IT! I was trying to get it on, didn't work. Too annoying. I was like screw it after 10 tries. Maybe it's just me, but the original screen protector that came with the fuze looked MUCH better and I installed that and it feels better also. I'm going to take pictures later with my other fuze when it dries.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Kraize:
I've decided to order the invisibleSHIELD for my other fuze. So I'll compare. For now this is what I know:

Bodyguardz has more pieces and does not cover the center button

invisibleSHIELD has less pieces, but seperate pieces for the center button and the triangle which I like better. It doesn't cover the corners as well as the bodyguardz and it looks thinner, but we'll see.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Ovrclck:
I hope so too!
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] ptyindian:
def let us know i am going to go off of your review. lol which ever one you say is better that is the one i am going to get.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] cyberblue:
I agree w/ Kraize about Bodyguardz, the skin covering the display sucks big time, i can see subtle vertical lines pattern when the screen is on. Overall I'm happy and not gonna spend another 25 bucks for IS. Installation is a big hassle.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kcchen:
I left the invisibleshield on my touchpanel for a day... and couldn't stand the look. So I removed it and replace with the original screen protector that came with the Fuze. I just like the glossy look of the front. Left the invisibleshield on my back panel, I like the plastic to be protected... and it makes the device grippier and less prone to sliding off the table.

My Tilt had the InvisibleShield screen protector, so I'm used to the tackiness. I don't think it gets better with time... you just get used to it. Likewise for the aesthetics...

Oh well... I really like the InvisibleShield product for protection... but it does dull the look of the device.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] g2tl:
It'll really be more of a preference thing than anything.

I got my bodyguardz today, and it took about 20 min to install (I've had much fun with three invisibleshield for my tablet pc, so this was nothing new :p). I listened to all the complains about the screen area, and left the stock protector :p

I hate that orange peel look with PASSION, and there's no way I'd even consider invisibleshield. Their customer service was awesome though. But with two bodyguardz sets, I won't need to deal with customer reps for a while :D

I don't think it's worth $25, but since I plan to buy neither a case nor a holster, this is really a necessity (partly for the resale value to save up for that nice winmo-7-capacitive-touch-android-dual-booting monster that'll hopefully come out in a year or two). Most cases defeat the purpose of having a flush screen.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Kraize:
True. Uck. I saw my friend's TouchPro with invisibleSHIELD, it did look like an orange peel. Go figure. :rolleyes: I just installed the other one with bodyguardz also. The only gripe I have is the triangle in the back doesn't have a separate piece and the d-pad circle doesn't have a piece at all.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] g2tl:
Is the protector for the screen area really that bad, even after several days?

What I now see is that the bodyguardz protector is a LOT less prone to fingerprints
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] allthatinny:
well bodyguardz been doing great on my phone i only got one complain, god i hate the dirt build up by the areas not covered by the bodyguardz, i know there isnt anything that could be done about that, other than some wipes and compress air to this badboy but its kinda buggs me and another thing too is i notice my front screen protector is cut bad cuz i place on there almost perfect like a 90% perfect and the ear piece is slightly overed and so is the light sensor which i think bothers my phone during phone calls but it doesnt bother my screen from getting auto bright.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] g2tl:
Other than those cons listed, how's the screen quality compared to the stock screen protector? I'm seriously considering it to avoid the fingerprint madness.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] darkcirca:
Does anyone have any input on Ghost Armor?
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] g2tl:
OK, the fingerprints drove me nuts, and I did the forbidden deed.

I installed the bodyguardz screen protector!

Well, I messed up the first time by accidentally folding it inward :(

So I used the second piece, but I made the same mistake :(

I applied it anyway, and it's got some dirt and wrinkles underneath.

I think this is better than the stock protector. I like the amount of drag it gives (smoother than invisibleshields), AND THE FACT THAT I AM NOT GETTING KILLED BY FINGERPRINTS ANYMORE makes this a winner :D
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
Is there any coupon for bodyguardz for this Christmas?, I saw one for Invisible Sheild, but I am more towards bodyguardz based on the reviews.

Thanks
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Kraize:
I don't think so. I tried to find one, but no luck :(
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
Invisible Sheild 30% off

Invisible sheild is giving 30% off there entire site till Dec. 31 2008

using the coupon "SITEWIDE30". I am still thinking to go for it or not, as I am interested in Bodyguardz. Is it worth it going for invisibleShield with 30% off when compared to BodyGuardz?
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] :
Hey guys, I just finished applying my Bodyguardz skin to my fuze. Some areas, especially the front screen, have a real hazy look to it. Does this go away after a few days?

Also, the back area still has a lot of small (and some larger) bubbles that are extremely hard to slide out. I'm guessing they'll go away also?

Please let me know. Thanks
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] jpeel:
Based on this thread I am ordering the Bodyguardz. I am planning to only use it to cover the back and sides and I may try to cut out the camera triangle on the back and use part of it to cover the center button.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] flagerr:
sometimes i hate it when we have to buy some overpriced stuff then still have to do some work for it. we paid good money for it already. i seriously think that this stuff is overpriced, but cant help it, coz this stuff works
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] player911:
Every time I buy screen protectors and body shields... I get a sick feeling in my gut telling me I'm an idiot for spending so much money on a sticker.

Sure they're worth it.. but you'd think they wouldn't cost so much.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
InvisibleSheild 50% off

Zagg is having 50% off through out there store with coupon code SHOWSP09. I am not sure how long this sale is for, I read this from some deals site.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Intertrochanterica:
Best Skins Ever

http://www.bestskinsever.com/servlet/the-121/HTC-FUZE-Total-Body/Detail

Much cheaper and exact same as invisible shield. I have had both products on a combination of 7 devices, and have never had a problem at all. I can't even touch a naked device anymore. I have had my fuze for a week and it still hasn't left the house. I refuse to take the SIM out of my Polaris until my IS has cured. I ordered IS right before best skins ever came out with a Fuze. Could have saved some cheddar.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] player911:
Ahhh you beat me to it!

Here is the direct link to the Fuze page:

http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-fuze-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php

Remember to use "SHOWSP09" for 50% off making the Invisible Shield cost around $12.50... not a bad deal... I might jump on it.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
I was mostly interested in Bodyguardz based on all the reviews here, I waited to see if I find any coupon on Bodyguardz, but I think 50% off is a very good price so I ordered mine this morning.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] atsitalian:
Bestskinsever

I have used both the ZAGG products and BestSkinsEver and preferred the Bestskins ever. A heck of alot less $, better fit, and excellent customer service.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
I guess I have to cancel InvisibleSheld and get BestSkinsEver. How much is the shipping cost for one item?, site says free if ordered 3 or more, I want to buy only one.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] WDawn:
Two days ago I applied the Bodyguardz on my Touch pro.

On the front it looks great, screen looks better, a lot less sensitive to fingerprints, i like the spongy feedback. The sides look good too, but the back looks less attractive, i don't like the shiny finish it has now. Has some bubbles too, but i hope they will still go away. Overall i'm pleased with it, allthough i think it's too expensive.

A few tips for those who want to apply it:

- Take care that the screen protector does not overlap or touch the protector for the buttons, it's really irritating when it does.

- Only apply the side protectors when all the rest is done, because you can they easily move out of place when the glue is not dry yet. Every time you apply one piece, wait at least 10 minutes before your appy the other one, to prevent that you accidently push the other ones out of position.

- When you apply the side protector on the left side, take care that it doesn't touch the volume buttons, if it does, it will give you a scratching sound each time you lower or higher the volume.

Hope this helps.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] kk0813:
Last week I received an automated email from Zagg.com that my invisiblesheild has been shipped but the email does not contain any tracking number. On Zagg.com I can only see a way to track the shipment using UPS tracking number but no other may to track it and I didn't receive any tracking number.

Did any one who ordered invisiblesheild before get any tracking number once there order was shipped? Is there any way to find the tracking number based on order number?

EDIT: I called the customer service, as I ordered using free shipping, my order will be shipped using USPS and I will not receive any tracking number.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] flagerr:
i emailed bestskinever asking about the cutting, and they said that their cut the back camera triangle into a separate piece.

i'll put some review and picture after my order arrive.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] Intertrochanterica:
I just recieved BSE Fuze skin, and it is superior to all of them in quality and cut. The cut is perfect, and the triangle on the back is cut out so you need not install if you dont want to. At that price, plus it arrived two days after my order, it cannot be beat. I ordered IS and installed it on the back but I ****ed up the screen piece and ended up tossing it, so my phone is a BSE and IS hybrid. In direct com[parison, BSE is both thicker and easier to install. Do not use the IS solution, make your own and use the little spray bottle. Just water plus one little drop of BABY SHAMPOO. It works the best. Alcohol will help it dry faster, but if you have the 24 hours to take off of using your device, I recommend skipping it as it can ruin the adhesive if you mess up a couple of times and need to respray. In comparison, spend the less than ten bucks total for the BSE, and your fuze will thank you.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] m0nkeyf00t:
i just got my BSE and am gonna apply it later today it looks realy good makes me wish i had gotten it much earlier since my screen already has a small scratch on the corner oh wells ill write back with a full review and pictures when im done :)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] ElBorba:
Awesome, thanks Kraze.

And don't you just love Invisible Shield's super-hot spokesmodel, Invisible Girl?

Here's a picture of her! (Man she's HOT!)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] drvon:
Ordered a BSE for my Bell touch Pro, I will post impressions when I receive / install.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] wanwarlock:
i wanted to get BSE and have emailed them if they have a specific skin for the touch pro GSM version. they haven't mentioned it ontheir site. still have not heard from them yet...

has anybody bought 1 for the touch pro from them?
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] coolguy949:
Hey guys, just saw this thread. I took some photos after installing IS on my Sprint Touch Pro and posted them to my blog:

http://www.therobpage.com/blog/?p=194

So far I'm liking IS. At first I was worried I wouldn't like the texture but it actually feels pretty good and non-slippery.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] antjmon:
Getting ready to buy one now, a search for touch pro only yields cdma version, but searching for the fuze gives the att gsm version (I THINK?)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] X2D:
How long does it take for them to ship this damn thing? I ordered an IS on Thursday of last week. O_o
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] wanwarlock:
yup you're right ajmoncrief. they've replied to my email, but said i can the FUZE skin. replied back saying that the TP has a front camera at the AT & T logo - awaiting reply...
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] extensive:
just ordered one from best skins ever. ill report back.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] flagerr:
i've just finished putting the BSE on my phone, still have some small bubbles here and there...

but 1 thing about the BSE, definitely better cutting than IS, it's more precise.

the downside, its really hard to put on since there is less wiggle room than IS
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] chewrawka:
invisible shield vs martin fields vs oem

i love the oem screen protector. everyone always discribes invisible shield as "grippy", and it is. but it is also squishy. if you push your stylus in one spot fairly firm and releasen youll notice the indentation is still there then a sec later its gone. good protection but ****ty feel, IMHO. i think im gonna go with the martin fields for the screen(closer to oem) and invisi for the body.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] udgn:
Think ABOUT THIS.

I just read every ones opinion (at least posted ones) and it is Obvious that the following is the best Option for PERFORMANCE/USABILITY and PROTECTION (you will need ALLL THREE):

1. For the SCREEN:

Use a non-glue screen protector (static) and if you are like me that is always WRITING with stylus for EVERYTHING using any Note program, then it also HAVE to be a NON-STICKY one because it will be troublesome for you to write on the screen.

Annnnd...... If installation goes wrong (got lints, fingerprints, etc.), you can wash and clean everything and re-apply.

2. For the BODY:

As far as I notice and saw Invisible Shield is Military Grade, and VIDEOS and also REVIEWS show the HIGH QUALITY And PROTECTION FROM SCRATCHES.

3. WHOLE PROTECTION:

You will need to find a Shock protection(or whatever you want to call it) CASE that covers the WHOLE phone (you don't want to drop it and then find out that your phone got screwed in a CORNER). It also need to have a HARRRRD FRONT COVER (to protect the screen from Impacts) and I would prefer NON-FLEXIBLE one.

OK, so we HAVE:

BODY:

1. Invisible Shield for the body (or if it is REALLY but REALLY true WITH PROOF and DEMONSTRATION that there is another brand like IS, then post it BUUUUUT with Prooof.)

OK, What we need:

1. Screen Protection-Usability: One that is top performance letting you Glide EASILY your Stylus FOR Writing.

2. A CASE with the Qualities mentioned above in number 3. "WHOLE PROTECTION"

ALL this will let you:

1. CARRY with confidence your device (knowing that is secure, in case you DROP IT).

2. When you have to answer a call or use the device and retrieve it from the case, Show its attractive shiny look.

3. Knowing that once it is out of the case it is SCRATCH proof.

4. Work without having troubles writing on the screen.

Please FEED BACK about this COMMENT.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] anybodii:
20% off Coupon Code: iphoneblog

invisibleShield
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] bigasif:
Just ordered a Best Skins Ever for my HTC Fuze. Not going to use the fuze until I apply the BSE...like I do with all my shield'ed products (iphone's, ipod's, psp's, DS lite, and some other phones that I custom cut for the screens).

Since shipping was free for 3 or more, I ended up picking up a Blackberry Storm and an iPhone 3G skin too, since I plan on picking up one of each sometime soon once I sell my Kaiser and my LG Viewty.

Anybody have info on how the BSE affects the responsiveness/sensitivity of the Fuze/Touch Pro's screen and touch buttons? Especially,

1) The stylus when writing on the screen,

2) The touch-flo scrolling etc...,

3) The middle round button when using auto-focus on the camera

4) The rotating scroll feature around the middle round button

Thanks!

(never knew about the 50% off IS code until after I ordered my BSE, but I guess I still saved about 5 bucks, so it's still worth it. Especially since BSE seems to always have better and more precise cuts for their skins)

-BiGaSiF
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] X2D:
Just installed my invisible shield and I love it, the diamond backing points are SLIGHTLY worn and that makes me kind of sad but the whole body protection is very amazing and feels a lot better in your hands.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] euphoria47:
So i installed bodyguardz on my phone the other day, it has had over 72 hours to cure.

One real pissoff was that I ordered it hoping to get it before I left the country for 3 weeks and of course it didnt arrive on time, and I managed to get a nasty nick on the capacitive bottom button plate :(

Anyhow, although installation is a real pain, the results are very slick. The back is nice and "hard" feeling, so i don't have to feel neurotic about about it getting scratched. The one area that is not well thought out however, is the camera / flash triangle. It is recessed by about 1 mm on the phone and the plastic doesnt really deal well with this. That being said, it may just not be possible to actually do it any other way.

Anyhow, I am fairly pleased with this body protector. My only qualm with it is the screen protector component. In my honest opinion it is TERRIBLE. It didn't seem to be the hardest piece to install, and I avoided stretching it and getting my fingerprints on the underside, but when the moisture went away and it was finished "curing" it looked like a bad case of ear grease was on my screen and it wouldnt come off, as it was on the underside. That and it did stretch a bit and there was a tiny bit hanging over the edge.

This I am sure is my fault not installing it right so I can actually forgive this problem. What I CANNOT ignore is the actual piece of plastic being so effing malleable! I use my back-nail to glide / navigate menus etc. and my previous screen protector was of an extremely high gauge plastic, which could probably only be scratched by metal, and it didnt feel "soft" under my nail.

So what I did was peel off the offending piece of plastic, wash the static-y side of my old protector and "bingo" best of both worlds:cool:

Ultimately perfection is dependent on what one is looking for, and what I learned here is that there is the screen and there is the rest of the phone, and anybody that is already happy with their screen protector can save a lot of sweat and maybe a few tears by installing just the body component by itself.

as udgn said (for me it is fingernail, not stylus... but same glide principle)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] antjmon:
Finally got around to installing the BSE for my fuze, I'm happy with the 8 bucks it cost. I didn't find it terribly difficult to install since I have gobs of baby soap around (2 kids). The only thing that will take a little more getting used to is the fact that it reflects ALOT now. So I may have to tweak my lumos settings. The screen is far from unreadable, but it shows a little more of my face and background than I'd like (but this does kind of add a privacy aspect because nearby people wont be able to see it as well now.)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] acey_zero:
Does BSE have a piece for the center button?

Also, if anyone who has BSE could post pics it would be appreciated. I haven't been able to find any pics of it on the Fuze.

Thanks!
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] acey_zero:
Looks like BodyGuardz has a 50% off coupon "giddyup" valid till Sunday night (2/8/2009).
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] m0nkeyf00t:
no the bse doesn't have have a center button cover. i got mine a few weeks back and i couldn't be happier with the quality of it especially since it covers up all the previous scratches i had done before by mixing it with keys in my pocket.

since it was my first install ever naturally i messed it up a lil by placing the back piece wrong causing the top corners to look all wierd but other than that it looks awesome and is cut so well the its easy to forget that almost every peice inch of the phone is covered;all except for the center button and back triangle but that was my choice.....as for pictures ill think about it....my mess up is kinda ugly on those back corners im sure someone else managed to apply it without screwing it up.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] wanwarlock:
couldn't resist & bought bodyguardz. for the same price - including shipping, i get 2 from BG, only 1 from IS & BSE still does not have a GSM version, a shame....

anxiously waiting...
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] fahreneit100:
Honestly I cannot pay 25$ for getting a spray and squeeze (invisiblesHield and bodyGuardz) when there are lot cheaper alternatives. Although BG gives 2 sets, but charges for international shipping which completely put me off.

I got GadgetShieldz from here with Free Shipping.

GadgetShieldz for HTC Touch Pro http://www.gadgetshieldz.com/htc-tou...es-covers.html

Its the same thing as the Bestskinsever product but comes with Free Shipping. Got it within 6 days in my mailbox. Saved 4$ in all as BSE adds further 2.5$ for international shipping to the 7.99 tag. Have used BSE also before and no complaints with that either, except the total price.
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] acey_zero:
Thanks!

I went ahead and ordered Bodyguardz since they have the 50% off coupon this weekend, and also because from what I hear they are thicker and less sticky then IS/BSE which are both pluses for me. So I don't really need pics of BSE anymore, though others may still appreciate it if anyone feels like showing theirs off :)
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] 191:
Has anyone tried installing the sprint htc touch pro bodyguardz on the alltel htc touch pro? I'm assuming this is the correct fit as the verizon or att one's look different.

Thanks,

Brian
[Touch Pro, Fuze Accessories] jpn621:
InvisibleShield definitely has a tacky feel. It's okay everywhere except on the screen. I peeled-off the screen cover after less than 24 hours.

The remaining parts of the product are somewhat difficult to apply. Many small covers, all with a sticky adhesive that holds onto your fingers. You're supposed to wet your fingers and the device, but doing that makes removing the covers from the paper backing very difficult.

I used the battery cover protector for about a month until I got a 2-piece snap-on cover of minimal thickness.

For the screen and exposed button-pad I highly recommend the Boxwave clear covers. Very good products, easy to apply, reasonably priced and last a long time.