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[Nexus One Accessories] pongalong:
Looks good. That's a lot of tape too! I left mine on for a day and a half since I wasn't going anywhere but I still had my SIM in there (forgot to take it out). Sure was frustrating trying to use it with all the tape on there.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
And that picture was before I finished putting on the pieces! :eek: I hadn't yet put on the bottom piece and the side pieces.

Here's what it looked like once I put those two pieces on and then wrapped it up:

I left it like that overnight, for about 14 hours or so. :eek: :D
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Anyway, I took the tape off this morning, and my god, it's amazing! I've been using it all day and I can't stop looking at it :D

Here are some close-up pictures of the corners and such if anyone else is thinking of getting the BSE (you can click for bigger pictures):

All in all, I am extremely satisfied. It is a little "streaky" when gliding my finger over the screen, but that's probably because of the soap I used (Palmolive dish soap lol).

My screen never looked like xxlikquidxx's did, but maybe that's because of the rubber squeegee I used, and the fact that I pressed REALLY hard when trying to get all the liquid out. In the last picture, you can see how ridiculously reflective my screen still is. You can barely even tell there's a skin on it!

So far I highly recommend the BSE. Great product, great price.

Now I can finally vote! Thanks everyone for all your help.
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Wow bro... this is easily one of the best installations I've seen of a full skin. Excellent work. :)

Only one question... will it still work in the docks? I'm not sure if the pins in either dock protrude enough to overcome the depth added by the skin. I'm considering going with this as well now thanks to you. ;)
[Nexus One Accessories] NexVision:
I can confirm with the BSE on it, it fits in the dock perfectly and works great.
[Nexus One Accessories] usmc2k:
kan u by chance post a pic of how welll the screen protector fits ?
[Nexus One Accessories] captbunzo:
Thanks for the great thread. Ordered my N1 Friday night and a BSE skin tonight. Anyone know how long they should each take to reach me in the UK?
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
It's definitely a few mm short, but I've read that *every* screen protector made for the N1 is.

Anyway, I aligned mine to be flush against the top. Looking at the top edge, you can barely even tell it's there!

The bottom is definitely off, but I figured since the top is usually seen more than the bottom, I would align it for the top. Click for bigger pictures.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Some tips for installing:

First off, do the side LAST!!! Very important. I tried to do it right after the screen, but WOW that pissed the hell out of me. Trying to get it in place is EXTREMELY difficult. It's much easier once every other piece is in place, since then you know exactly where it should line up. Do screen first, then back top, back middle, bottom, then top, then sides (big to small).

Secondly, get a hair dryer. As it says in the instructions, it doesn't get sticky or tacky until the solution evaporates, so adding more solution just prolongs not being able to stick it down. I did not have a hair dryer since I don't own one but I wish to GOD I did. It would have saved so much time. Instead, I had to stick a piece down, wait 10 minutes for it to dry, then get it in place, and wait another 20 minutes before the next piece. Seriously, waiting for it to dry is absolutely mandatory for getting the pieces to stick, so a hair dryer would have been awesome. A hot light bulb from a nearby lamp might also work, but sadly I didn't think of this until AFTER I was finished. Doh! :mad:

Third, sealant/piping tape (from Home Depot) is downright amazing :D I held down the pieces, especially the corners, with my thumbs until they dried. Then I wrapped them up with sealant tape, and waited a good 20 minutes before taking it off and going to the next piece. This is probably why my corners came out so good. I also wrapped the entire phone before going to bed, as pictured in a previous post.

Lastly, you only need a little solution, but you do want it to be completely covered. I dunked each piece entirely into the soap/water solution and then shook it really vigoriously to get all large drops off. You just need it to be moist, that's all. Also, press really really hard on the screen and back pieces with your squeegee to get all the water out. This is probably why my screen never got "hazy". It was clear immediately.
[Nexus One Accessories] SystmDcln:
I got my skin for the screen from Seido last night and applied it, and it's very quality. It's not as resistant to smudges as the Skinomi and Phantom Skin which I also tried and didn't like, but it gets the job done.
[Nexus One Accessories] parrot5:
I applied my BSE as well. I like the post-applied color of the phone better :D It's now gun-metal color instead of light-grey.

Guess I don't need to mention the quality of the BSE since there are excellent photos on the last page. I'm sloppy and careless, but my installation is almost perfect (unlike the previous two other brands I tried)! I give the credit to BSE's design of the corners.
[Nexus One Accessories] detonation:
Looks like you went a little overboard with the teflon tape :D but I'm glad you got a great application out of it. You should update this thread in a few weeks with how your corners are doing, mine is are now ever so slightly starting to peel up after a month's use.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Overboard? No way! :D It was only $2.98 for 5 rolls, and I only used 2 of em. I still have plenty for another round ;)
[Nexus One Accessories] showson1:
Don't get Phantom Skinz.

I put these on the phone and they look HORRIBLE on the N1.

I'm not talking about bubbles or anything, it's the actual material that it's made out of just looks terrible on this beautiful screen.

I took it off about 3 hours into the day (after I put it on the night before).
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Did you take any pictures before ripping it off? Aww
[Nexus One Accessories] psylink:
thanks to paul i am sold on the BSE.

the phantom person posting as well as the multiple voters on same day voting, instantly put me off buying that product.

hope i get a result like yours paul thanks for the pics and detailed info :)
[Nexus One Accessories] cudofcow:
I've used GelaSkinz before on my ipod and i though they were pretty flashy.

Anyone have experience with them on the N1?

http://www.gelaskins.com/catalog.php?DeviceID=83&CategoryID=56&p=1
[Nexus One Accessories] mikecyber:
I wouldn't suggest using one if protection is what you want. I got mine today and I'm hugely disappointed. There are 3 pieces. Back top, back bottom, and front. There is no screen protection with the front piece, and it fits poorly. There is no protection for the corners, or sides, or top/bottom. It isn't worth taking a picture of.

GelaSkins CSR Response:

"Hi Michael!

Thank you for your feedback! Our material is such that really only flat or mildly-curved surfaces can be covered, some customers choose to combine a GelaSkin with a clear hardshell case to protect the phone completely! Of course, if you are not happy with the skin, please just send it back to:

xxxx

Include a note with the original order number as well as the reason for the return and we will apply the refund upon receipt! Thank you again, Michael. Have a great day!"

Also, I noticed BSE is offering a refund of up to $25 for the first person from any site to submit their review. I don't know how I feel about a company offering free products for reviews, although they didn't say it had to be positive. Its certainly not as jarring as voting fraud.

"Want to get your Nexus One Skin for FREE? Simply send us a link where you have shared a short review of the Nexus One Skin with pictures or video with your friends on your favorite video sharing site, gadget forum or blog. We will refund up to $25.00 of the total price of any Skins you purchased for your review. We are accepting one review per web site so don't wait."
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
mugen88 screen protector from eBay

Well I just got a 2-pack of mugen88's clear screen protector, as a few people recommended it and compared it to Seidio and Martin Fields. I've never used Martin Fields, but have used Seidio in numerous applications.

This screen protector is definitely on par with Seidio, and I imagine Martin Fields. It's clear, doesn't add the friction like the rubberized protectors do, and also, it FITS PERFECTLY! The cut is excellent! Installation is easy... it's a static protector with a mild adhesive, so you can use scotch tape to pull it on and off if there's dust or anything stuck underneath it, though mine went on perfectly the first time. Any air bubbles are easily avoided by smoothing it with a credit card (wrapped in a cloth) as you're applying it.

Best part... it was about $5 for a 2 pack! :)

Edit: Loving it... appears to be very fingerprint resistant as well. :D
[Nexus One Accessories] damchi:
Great to hear that uansari1 - I've got a pack of 5 on its way to me. Does it have a cutout for the light/proximity sensor?
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Nope... it's clear and fairly thin... so it doesn't affect the proximity sensor.
[Nexus One Accessories] Iman07:
i always get Zagg, ALWAYS! they sell high quality stuff. i have so much stuff covered by their product. im not sure if the other companies offer a lifetime warranty but thats one thing thats awesome. i just ordered my zagg shield from ebay for 20 bux. and best thing is that honor that too. so zagg is my choice.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Take some pictures when you get it please! :D
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Zagg's good too... I just don't like the fact that it's cut short and that it has that orange peel effect on the texture of the film. I happen to have one of their screen protectors on order as well (thanks to the 75% discount), as a backup... and a backup PhantomSkinz (also discounted) and mugen88 protector as well. Hopefully 3 backups will be enough. ;)
[Nexus One Accessories] Iman07:
will do! wanna put my new digi camera to good use :P
[Nexus One Accessories] grb:
The filter won't let the photos in the quote show due to being an outside link and my lack of posts. But they're the pictures from post #94

That looks great! Now I'm kicking myself because I had a BSE on my Touch Pro and thought it looked great.

That said, I just got through applying a Phantom Skinz and I'm not happy at all with the corners. I'll give it a day or two to see if they look any better. But I may be buying a BSE pretty quick, they obviously have a more corner friendly design (It looks like the Zagg does, as well).

I didn't know about the plumbing tape trick either, lol, that's good stuff.
[Nexus One Accessories] the taxidermist:
I just picked up a Zagg screen but im not sure i like all too much, screen seems to be less sensitive and when you use the glass for a while this thing just isnt as smooth... guess its a trade off!

The Zagg is short all around for the most part but what happens with stuff like this, being the material and all, is it constricts when cut and is nearly impossible to get 100%
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
If they know it will shrink, I don't see what's so hard about just making the skin 2-3 mm longer. Too bad it seems like every skin has the same problem.

My guess is that every company designed their screen protectors from the specs, before the phone actually came out...
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
http://www.bestskinsever.com down for anyone else?

Aw, so sad :(

Maybe it's all the increased traffic that brought the site down? Haha
[Nexus One Accessories] kpjimmy:
Yepper, down for me as well. I just emailed them to see if I get a response.
[Nexus One Accessories] mikecyber:
I have a BSE on the way. I have a GelaSkin on right now. Has anyone tried applying a clear skin over an art skin? I have an extra BSE so I'll be trying it, I'll post the outcome.

-edit- I just saw that BSE's site is down. I got my shipping confirmation last night, fingers now crossed for its arrival.
[Nexus One Accessories] aodpoe:
fudge! just got my bse for my nexus now i wont be able to apply it because i cant view the pdf from their site! :*:mad:
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
http://74.125.95.132/search?q=cache...ate/application/Page&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us

Google = win

;)

[Edit]: I'll copy it for you, just in case the link doesn't work for you later on for whatever reason:

Don't forget to check out my tips in post #100 too!
[Nexus One Accessories] aodpoe:
@Paul22000 you tha man!!!!!

I tried digin trough the cache but wasnt able to view that specific page.

I can go to sleep happy now :D
[Nexus One Accessories] vsc:
Yes but in my case I'm trying to order a skin from BSE and their web site transition is still ongoing. I wonder how much money they lost to date because their service provider can't get the new web site running and the address propagated?
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
holy SHI!@#!(@&#^!!!!

No wonder www.bestskinsever.com was down!!!!!!

They completely redesigned it!!

Woah, what a difference!
[Nexus One Accessories] dahui9:
I retract my vote from zagg after getting my BSE this thing is quite simply flawless and ripple free and I bought 2 of them for the price of the 1 Zagg IS I had. can't wait to put this baby on!

Hopefully I can get a slim case to fit around this thing still OCD about protection lol

-Charlie
[Nexus One Accessories] Iman07:
i know that the price of BSE is very attractive but they dont offer a warranty. do u know how awesome it feels that i can get a brand new skin for like 4 bux in shipping? all i have to tell them is its not doing their job. i usually switch them out like 4 times a year or something, not cuz they suck but i just like to keep my phone looking new. so go ZAGG!

one note tho: i just got my skin and the protector on the screen is like rainbow-ish. i dont believe i had this before on the other one. i just applied it yesterday, over 24 hours, its kinda annoying. what u guys think? will post up pics later.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
HEY

ALL YOU PEOPLE VOTING FOR ZAGG

How about some pictures eh? :D
[Nexus One Accessories] AznPlayR99:
Wouldn't that kill the touch sensitivity? Well let us know how that goes!
[Nexus One Accessories] detonation:
Most people do not buy these protectors with the intention of replacing them in a few months. I don't know what you're doing with your devices, but the skins I've had didn't need to be replaced every 4 months to look new. My Zagg lasted 2 years on my Creative Zen with only some slight peeling on the rounded corners, and my BSE thats a couple months old looks as good as the day it was applied.

Zagg is not the only company that offers a warranty...most of the protectors in the poll offer a similar service. But thats why they are $25 for a full body instead of $10 like BSE. Unless you are really hard on your devices you probably won't ever look into getting a replacement, at least not more than 1 or 2 by the time you get a new device.

I'm glad you've shared your opinion but I don't think your abuse of the Zagg warranty system (or that you type like a 12 year old) is going to sell many people on going with Zagg.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Can you link to proof of this?

I don't see any such warranty on BSE site at all.

Google search link:

http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=site:bestskinsever.com warranty

I would be happy to know if they did, since I just applied one on my phone ; )
[Nexus One Accessories] detonation:
I don't think its explicitly stated anywhere or in any policy form. They just have great customer service. When I was applying my BSE, I ended up getting the backing paper wet and when I got to putting on the last small piece, the wet paper tore and stuck to the adhesive side of the piece. I emailed them about it and they sent me out a replacement pronto.
[Nexus One Accessories] xSiraris:
I have the Boxwave Cleartouch. Got it yesterday, and it's stellar; best protector I've ever used.

1. You cannot tell it's on there.

2. No loss in touch sensitivity whatsoever

3. No glare or screen quality reduction

4. It was beyond easy to install.

5. It's incredibly easy to remove and reapply

I got Phantomskinz for my Pre, and I wanted to blow my brains out trying to put it on there. Tons of air bubbles and it just didn't look right. This thing is brilliant.

I'm going to reapply this weekend and use some soapy water, as I got a few specs of dust under the screen.

Oh, and it's only $11 with free shipping. Had never heard of these guys until I saw a post on Androidforums.
[Nexus One Accessories] Huey85:
Isn't this just a screen protector, and not a full-body skin protector? Either way - I wouldn't use the skin protector on the screen. I prefer the smoother glossy feel on the screen, over the rubbery tacky feel.
[Nexus One Accessories] Bjur:
I've read through this thread a couple of times in search of the best Screen protection for me. My pick will be either BSE or Phantom. The most important thing for me is that when screen protection is on, I want the touchscreen to be as natural as possible. Hope it make sense and hope someone who have tried both can tell which one to choose. From what I can see the BSE is preferred in most post, but I'm concerned that it won't feel as natural as the Phantom one?? Anyone?
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
I prefer the same feel. The Seidio, Martin Fields, and dcmugen88 screen protectors are what you want to look into. The dcmugen88 is by far the best value... he sells a 2-pack of the clear screen protector for $2.49 shipped. You can't beat that with a stick.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
From people's comments in this thread, the Phantom Screen Protector feels the best with regards to sliding your finger across it.

I have no problems with the BSE, but it's not something I really care about in protectors anyway. But if it's your #1 issue, I'd definitely go for the PS.
[Nexus One Accessories] Bjur:
THx for the answer and also you Paul. Regarding dcmugen88 I already have ordered from him february last wednessday case+protector, but there's some Chinese holiday plus as I've read he's a slow shipper, and has to come to Denmark, so it's a long way I think.

What about BSE why aren't they the same as Seidio, Martin Field and dcmugen88. I read most of them are the same material.

@Paul: Did you try Phantom yourself? I really like what it looks like, but I'm not so thrilled about people in this thread say it only last about a month and looks like cr.p afterwards..

Do they still give screen protectors in 2 pack with the code in first thread, because when I apply them to the shopping basket it only show 1?
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
BSE, and other "skins" like invisibleSHIELD and PhantomSkinz, are made of a very durable and tough vinyl-like material. Typically it has an orange peel like texture and since it's not smooth and is made from a rubbery material, your finger won't slide across it as easily/smoothly as the bare screen.

The screen protectors I mentioned earlier ARE smooth, crystal clear, but not as durable. So while a skin may last you a year (although like you mentioned, some people think they may only last a month once the edges start peeling up), you'll probably go through 2-3 of the screen protectors in the same time period. On a cost basis it generally works out the same, although dcmugen88's products are so cheap, I order 6 of his protectors... so I should be covered for a couple of years. I also have a PhantomSkinz and invisibleSHIELD screen protector lying around as a backup just in case, though I doubt I'll use them.

Anyway, I have plenty of experience with both types of products. I tried invisibleSHIELD on my old mp3 player and HTC Dash screen, and Seidio on the HTC Dash and G1. I also tried Clear Protector (just like invisibleSHIELD and BSE), and ended up leaving that on...it has lasted several months so far and my gf seems to like it. In the end, you need to decide if you want something that's "bulletproof" like the skins (which depends on how careful you are with your phone and what activities you do while using your phone), or if you want something smooth and crystal clear, but not quite as durable if, say, a rock or knife hits the screen (what are the chances of that though).
[Nexus One Accessories] Bjur:
Okay thx again for an elaborating answer. To sum up:

1. If I want most secure screen protection where the feeling and sensibility is not as good as without I choose BSE, dcmugen etc?

2. If I want the most natural feeling and best sensibility when touching the screen but where the skin will not last as long I choose Phantom?

3. If I apply 1 Phantom Screen protector + applying the winter code I get 33% plus automatically an extra Phantom? I want to make sure before I order, since the cost to Denmark are not as cheap.
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Not quite... sorry if my last post was confusing.

For #1, you would choose BSE, invisibleSHIELD, Clear Protector, PhantomSkinz, and the other thicker skin-type protectors.

For #2, you would choose Seidio, Martin Fields, or dcmugen88... the protector may not last as long, but depends on how rough you are with the phone. Remember, once you get one serious scratch in your protector, you'll probably replace it, right? ;)

I can't answer for #3, because I don't know. Best bet is to go through the ordering process and see if it shows a double-pack on the order page, or call them tomorrow.
[Nexus One Accessories] Bjur:
okay, but I you sure Phantom are in #1 and not #2 because from what I could read the Phantom are thin and not as long lasting as for instance BSE.
[Nexus One Accessories] Bjur:
@uansari1: I ordered a package of Phantom, since I need the screen as near as perfect when touching it and at the same time have it protected.

Can you provide me with the link to 5 x dcmugen88 screen protector package, since I want to buy that also in case Phantom doesn't live up to my expectations:)

Thanks for the help.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
I haven't tried the PS myself, but a few people in this thread said it was very smooth. If that's what was important to me, I'd have tried the PS.

To add on to what Guru said, you can check out the details of the special here:

http://phantomskinz.com/winter2009sale.aspx

I added it to the first post as well.

(Trying to stay impartial on which is the best skin, even though I'm still loving my BSE :) )
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Here's the link for dcmugen88's eBay sales... BUT, there's nothing being sold from now through the 20th, as he is observing the lunar holidays in Hong Kong. So wait a few days, then they'll be up to order again. Just hit this link and search for Nexus One and you'll find the various products. I suggest the crystal clear one, though he sells mirrorer and privacy screen protectors as well.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZdcmugen88QQhtZ-1
[Nexus One Accessories] ATnTdude:
It's a set of stickers. How much do you think they SHOULD cost you? It costs Zagg about a dollar to make each set. I'll be generous and say their overhead equals out to 2 dollars a set.

I've worked the hotel industry and the cellphone industry. Nobody rapes you like accessories makers.

Get the cheapies. Even if you have to replace the set twice you're still ahead.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Then why do people like Zagg so much? It's the top voted so far. I don't get it. :confused:
[Nexus One Accessories] thewayne01:
I have used several different ones. I had a Zagg skin for my 8525, a BodyGuardz skin for my iPhone 3g, a Skinomi for my Nexus, which I just replaced with a BSE. The Skinomi seemed a little on the thin side.

That being said, they are all basically the same, with minor differences. With Zagg, BodyGuardz, and Skinomi you are paying a lot for their packaging, spray bottle and squeegee. BSE comes in a standard envelope and you supply the rest. Luckily, I never through away anything relatd to my gadgets. So I have several small spray bottles.

BSE is excellent in quality and price. You get 2 full body skins for $9.99 shipped.