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[Nexus One Accessories] cptb:
I used both Invisible Shield and Bodyguardz on my iPhone. Sticky screen protectors don't last forever, mostly due to corners lifting and/or lint.

When I changed my IS the skin was absolutely perfect and unmarked. Bodyguardz didn't fare so well and was noticeably scratched quickly, even though I always take great care of my devices.

Both did an excellent job of protecting the screen, not a single mark there. But I know I will go with Invisible Shield again for my Nexus - scratches on the screen protector are annoying!
[Nexus One Accessories] Jackasaur:
BSE is awesome :] I've used it on every expensive electronic I ever had.
[Nexus One Accessories] tatail:
I bought full body wrap from Clear Freak Technologies or something like that. It cost around 15$ with shipping, but quality is sh**.
[Nexus One Accessories] zjchaser:
I just ordered the 2 for $16 from Phantom Skinz, will report back after the install.
[Nexus One Accessories] sir*mez:
I did the same. The testimonials in here sound legit. I even went on other forums and saw nothing but good things about phantom skinz. Bought today and already shipped out. Looks good so far.
[Nexus One Accessories] markimar:
well i did the special on the phantom skins too. I also ordered the hard case from amzer but realized that the hard case from them isnt shipping till the 31 of january. I dont like not having something on this to protect it. so hopefully the PS are good. These kind of kits scare me water and phone dont mix... :)
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
I got my PS screen-only kits y'day.. only 2 days from when I ordered. They seem like the Invisible Shield and Clear Protector's I've used before, but totally smooth. I'll probably install one tonight. Anyway, I think that plus the Amzer case should be a nice combo for protection.

My paranoid install method for wet protectors involves sealing everything but the screen with a combo of painters masking tape and plastic, lol... so it's a tad time consuming for someone as anal retentive as me.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Take some pictures if you guys can! :D

Also, wow @ BSE taking the lead. I'm wondering though, do people like BSE strictly because it's so much cheaper than the others?

Has anyone here used BSE and another brand, and is able to share their experiences? Especially BSE vs Phantom Skinz
[Nexus One Accessories] dylanfan424:
I ordered a zagg on friday ill let you know how it is when i get it but my friends use them on their iphones and g1's and i like the quality and lifetime warranty is nice too.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Some more BSE pics! Courtesy of validis:

http://www.adambuckeridge.com/nexus-one/bestskinever-bse-review-nexus-one

His full review is at http://www.adambuckeridge.com/nexus-one/bestskinever-bse-review-nexus-one
[Nexus One Accessories] attn1:
Ever heard of the kids' story The Emperor who wore no clothes? Same psychology.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
I've heard of it, but never read it. What is it about, or how does it relate?
[Nexus One Accessories] attn1:
Basically, an Emperor engages a tailor to make him the finest clothes money can buy. But the Emperor has a reputation for being harsh and unjust, and warns the tailor that he had better deliver. So the tailor decides to con the Emperor. He got busy making nothing, telling the Emperor that the clothes were magic and invisible to fools. The Emperor bit, hook line and sinker, and once the tailor was finished, went out in public naked. No one dared laugh, because of the Emperor's reputation.

I think you see how the story relates. Invest yourself in a con, then believe in it and even perpetuate it rather than risk admitting your foolishness.

Zagg is for fools, and I am happy to say I will not be fooled again.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Ah I see.

And I agree. I always thought the Zagg was overpriced for getting the same product as the cheaper ones. And after seeing multiple people's pictures of the Zagg, not only is it overpriced, but it's crap too.

I'm willing to bet the people voting for Zagg are cheaters just like the PhantomSkinz people...
[Nexus One Accessories] attn1:
Maybe. Or maybe they just don't want to admit that they fell for one of the biggest scams in the mobile accessory market.

It's one thing to get sucked in and another to drink the kool aide thinking your going to hitch a ride on a comet passing by.
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Dude... you've been posting for a week about how horrible and crappy Zagg is, oh noes!!!!1111

We get it! You don't like Zagg! Don't buy their products! There are many better products out there. Now cut it out already with the crying and whining. You'd think you work for one of the other companies or something...
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
I didn't see it. First time he posted in here. Everyone should post their comments in this thread only imo. (This is obvious :D'ing )

Anywho, less comments, and more pictures! Has anyone had a good experience with their N1 Zagg? Pictures would be great.
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
His comments are spread around, but the "I hate InvisiShield" thread is half his comments on every page. I happen to agree with him... Zagg is crap. It may have been tits in the past, but with their competition blows them away now.

Anyway, I have yet to see any decent pics of the Zagg looking even half as good as your install pics for BSE... I doubt we'll ever see pics like that. ;)
[Nexus One Accessories] attn1:
Actually, I was having a short, topically related dialog with Paul.

The only other thread I posted about it was one someone else started about how they hate them. I agreed with him. Then you started this mess by being inaccurately contrary. I called you on it so now you've started personal attack after personal attack, which I have repeatedly addressed with far less venom that you've displayed, and that seems to frustrate you. Those are the facts.
[Nexus One Accessories] DarkDvr:
Best Skins Ever Review:

So I just applied a full body BSE skin on my new N1.

The Application: was easy, I recommend waiting a bit for the skin to dry (30-60 seconds) before actually pressing it down, it goes much easier that way, as opposed to being fully wet.

The Cut: was good, being such a geek-perfectionist :D I did notice that some round/angular cuts weren't perfect (like the circle cut-out of the trackball was more of an ellipse, but hardly noticeable).

The Material: isn't amazing. It'll get the job done, but it does scratch easily and is a pretty much a simple thick plastic film. Nothing fancy.

The Glossiness: is through the roof - it's a mirror, pretty much. When catching a reflection of a light in it - it looks "dimpled", as I guess any plastic film cover would. Not a drawback, just something I'd like to mention.

The Screen Glare: is at 100%. Once again, it's a mirror. I'd say the reflectiveness is same as the screen itself. This never bothered me too much, but I know it's a factor for some people.

The Feel: <- this is the most important thing for me. This is highly personal, so don't take this as a definitive verdict... For me, it's horrible. I feel like I'm holding a rubber ducky in my hands, or a condom. It's highly unpleasant, especially after the super-awesome original teflon finish which

feels like heaven to my hands (no, I'm not gay :D).

The Verdict: I'm removing the body-skin right after I'm done writing this review, and leaving just the screen protector. You'll have to decide for yourself whether you want more protection or better feel.

My Advice: Do not use the body skin. Teflon coating is very tough, and with proper care (NEVER in a pocket, always in a belt-case/sleeve) you won't have any scratches on it for years to come. And you just cannot beat how awesome the phone feels to touch. IMO, body skin for N1 is an overkill and is not needed.

Ze Pictures:
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Haha!

Thanks for the pics, and review!

The rubbery feel does go away. It just feels like that because of the lubricant/glue, especially if you used dish soap like the instructions said to. Once you get oils on there etc (inevitable), it'll feel natural.

Hmm, about your advice to never, ever, put it in a pocket, and always put it on a case or sleeve... Well, a lot of people don't want to use cases or sleeves, and the inconvenience of never being able to put it on your pocket is a big deal. And also, if it's in a case or a sleeve, you can't show off the sexyness of the device :cool:
[Nexus One Accessories] DarkDvr:
Everyone's different =)

For me, putting a PDA in a pocket is a big no-no. I always keep it in a belt-clip case on my waist. That way it's completely covered, out of the way, will never bend, and easy to remove when sitting in a car for example.
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Isn't that what the included sleeve's for? I use that and keep it in my pocket as well. Yeah, I have an extra step after pulling it out of my pocket, but I really think that neoprene sleeve is gold for our phone. Mine's still as perfect as the day I got it.
[Nexus One Accessories] p-slim:
I'm not worried about physical protection but which protector is best for showing the least amount of fingerprints and smudges and barely knowing you have a screen protector present on the device?
[Nexus One Accessories] darkstar38:
BSE code

Does anyone know a recent discount code that works for BSE? Much appreciated.
[Nexus One Accessories] enkoopa:
I purchased this from eBay

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250602444173

For 5 bucks, can't go wrong, I wanted something that would offer a bit of physical protection for when I need it.

It's awesome, fits perfectly, all the holes are great. You won't be able to use the dock with it... it came with a screen protector, but this protector did not have the cutout for the proximity sensor. I bought a 3 pack of screen protectors from eBay as well for a few dollars and they work great!
[Nexus One Accessories] uansari1:
Here's the link to dcmugen88 on eBay. Take a look at the guy's positive feedback. :)

Just click on the "Items for Sale" link on the left. Then search for Nexus One, and you'll find his products. He sells his awesome screen protectors for about $1 each shipped... ;)

http://myworld.ebay.com/dcmugen88&ssPageName=STRK:MEFSX:SELLERID
[Nexus One Accessories] jtdotcom:
i got a wrapsol ultra for my new n1. www.wrapsol.com

i just applied it and i f***ed up pretty badly ): so im not gonna post any pics.

the material is very smooth. but i also have a original wrapsol (not ultra) for my laptop that has a matte finish, and i must say it feels amazing. supposedly the ultra is suppose to withstand a 6' drop on to concrete and being dragged at 35mph.. lol

vids:

drop test: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmzr0zS_spw

drag test: www.youtube.com/watch?v=63_UvQBMKG4

i found that the screen protector would also help against the dust under the screen problem as it covers the screen and the sides with one huge piece. that way the edges of the screen aren't exposed to anything. unfortunately though, applying that piece without getting bubbles on the edges is a pain in the ass
[Nexus One Accessories] loganno:
brando ultraclear
[Nexus One Accessories] izmar:
Just ordered my Best Skin Ever right now. Thanks for the pictures, very helpful!
[Nexus One Accessories] JAW$:
Hi,

I just got my BoxWave Anti-Glare.

I am very disappointed as it does decreases the clarity of the screen i.e. becomes fuzzy.

I would not recommend it to anyone.

I have tried the Clarivue Anti-Glare as well and it is the same.

I am about to try a Clarivue Ultra Clear & I will post my response.

Thanks

JAW$
[Nexus One Accessories] redelephant:
Great Case

I just recieved a grey and black case I ordered from ebay. It was a steal for 2.99 inc postage case. they fit the phone really well and does not make it any more bulkier unlike other cases.

Has cutouts exactly where there needs to be one. I have added a link, let me know if you order on.

grey one

cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=130378582072&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT#ht_2091wt_939

black one

cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=130384116446&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT#ht_3017wt_991
[Nexus One Accessories] cyborg_001:
Used zagg screen protector...so so crappy that I tore it off and threw it 2 days after...wasted my money and felt so stupid!

Post it back for replacement? yeah right from the UK to US!!
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
All I hear is bad feedback for Zagg.

Who are these people voting for it?...
[Nexus One Accessories] p-slim:
i bought zagg 1st then read all the reviews and purchased a seido that same day. The zagg sheild came in and i gave it to my friend and i used the seido. The seido looks and feels is 10x better, he is upset about the 1 he got but he got it for free so no real complaints :p. Both are a little short and don't fit exact.
[Nexus One Accessories] JJackson9995:
I ask myself this every time I see this thread. :confused:

My only guess is that all these idiots just posted as fanboys from their previous products, without actually USING the N1 skins. Anyone, and everyone, who's stated usage of the Zagg products, has had nothing but bad things to say about the N1 skin.

This poll is actually quite bad for the community, unless they take the time to look through the thread. It's actually quite sad.

EDIT: The poll was actually setup badly. It asked which COMPANY was the favorite, not which PRODUCT. Fail Poll :D
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Well at the time, no one had tried any skins for the Nexus One. Most people had yet to even purchase or receive their phones :D
[Nexus One Accessories] gsmsosv:
I originally had a really nice screen protector that came with the Casemate Gelli I bought. It was almost perfectly clear, no streaks or scratches, very smooth, but it sacrificed its life about a month later doing its job. Having heard nothing but good things about dcmugen's stuff, I bought 5 clear Nexus protectors for about $4 total. I was starting to complain about them in this post until I realized there's a horribly scratched protector for the screen protector itself that didn't come off when I first installed it. Hooray for cheap glue lol. They look perfectly fine now.
[Nexus One Accessories] clickwir:
wow. There are lots of forums with screen protector threads and they all have good and bad things to say about each kind.

I guess I've narrowed down my search to BSE, Phantom and Zagg. Those seem to get the most, positive reviews and the least negative reviews.

Are any of these 3 going to smudge less than a stock Nexus One? Because, protection is #1, but I also want one that's not going to show smudges and is going to let my finger glide more.

For me, the stock Nexus screen has a lot of drag and smudges every time. I'm always cleaning it.
[Nexus One Accessories] coldchillen:
as said before, bse shipped out a complimentery screen. i sent them an email that a bubble had developed after a few weeks, and a new screen shipped out yesterday. customer service and quality wise, bse all the way.
[Nexus One Accessories] frozengash:
just applied bse total body to my new nexus one. went on pretty well. the track ball skin was the hardest for me, getting the ball and volume rockers to line up almost made me cry. boo hoo. this was my very first skin application....well i used to use decals on model cars as a kid. so far very impressed with the company. shipping/price wise. may have to buy another set to get the ball/rocker right...hopefuly first apply doesn't show any seams
[Nexus One Accessories] frozengash:
okay, today my screen is flawless, the skin for the trackball/volume rocker isn't so hot, but the rest of the phone is amazing! full body for under ten bucks (includes shipping)!
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Nice! :cool:
[Nexus One Accessories] gtrplr71:
here is a link to my hd2 with a zagg on it a pain in the ass to put on.

http://s265.photobucket.com/albums/ii216/gtrplr71/
[Nexus One Accessories] TimTim12:
I've read through a lot of the posts, and I have to say I'm going to go with BSE. I've been a long loyal customer of Bodyguardz, and I loved how it protected my PSP back in 2006 or 2007. I noticed that their skins often feel just a bit too small for each part of the phone that they go on. I bought a full body cover for my friend's Incredible for his bday, and I figured that the phone was blocky enough where it would be pretty fully covered. Unfortunately, the corners of the phone (anywhere where a 90 degree angle formed between two sides of the phone basically) where pretty exposed. We figured it would be no problem, and would just buy a silicone body case and slap it on in 4 days to be safe. Even though I was careful about putting it on, many of the pieces slipped off, possibly because they were either too thick or the adhesive wasn't strong enough. BSE looks like it's a lot thinner, goes on cleaner, and of course is cheaper! I'll update with pictures when I get the chance.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Awesome, thanks. I'm interested to hear how BSE does on other phones.

Perhaps each skin is really good for one phone, but really bad for the next. It would be nice to know if BSE is like that, or if it fits well for all their products.
[Nexus One Accessories] l3b00:
Paul, I took a look at the pictures of your N1 wearing BSE. Very nice installation. I just finished installing my zagg invisible shield and I am not pleased with the corners. I'm thinking aboud getting a BSE.

Is your BSE in the same shape as it was in the beginning? Are you still satisfied with it? Thanks.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Over the past two weeks or so, the top right corners have been peeling off. There are a few slight indentations here and there on the screen protector but the rest of the skin is 99% perfect.

But hey, 5 and a half months without any peeling for $8, and my phone itself is 100% in perfect condition? I'll take it :cool:
[Nexus One Accessories] bigo1087:
IM Gidddy.....After Missing out on the Samsung Captivate for $350 or $230.....I pulled the Trigger on an Nexus One:D, since its on its last batch.

I just bought the Best Skins Ever , based on the reviews and for $8, you cant beat that
[Nexus One Accessories] SykesAT:
thanks for the read guys... Over here from the Vibrant section, will tell others to check it out...

Had a Bodyguarz on my G1, I messed up the back install and the side pieces kept coming off... But most importantly the screen held up very well, no orange peel, easy to use as a touch screen. There has been some very light streaking on the film but I've seen some brand new installs that look worse than my two year old boadygardz screen.

That being said based on the strength of this thread I might try BSE.

Feel like a pic must be added :)

*****WARNING NON N1 CONTENT******
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=5502896&postcount=94

The corners of my BSE are starting to peel up and look really bad.

I'll see if I can take pictures.

Oh well. I installed it on Jan 30, so 6 months for $8 is damn good in my opinion. If I bought 2 per year, it'd still be cheaper than Zagg.

And 90% of the skin is perfect anyway; it's just the top corners. So I could keep the spare pieces for later, whenever they start peeling, which probably won't be for a while.
[Nexus One Accessories] Agrobahstahd:
BSE

Going but your Poll Results as you said BSE seems to be at the top of the List ....unfortunately for me :( They don't seem to have the Samsung Galaxy S listed under there Products as yet, does anyone know if they will be

producing a skin for this Particular Phone ??

Oh and thank you for a very useful and Informative Thread !

Cheers
[Nexus One Accessories] Diamond_dawg:
Just got zagg and i'm really happy with it
[Nexus One Accessories] jsapp:
I had BSE and liked it, corners started to peel ater 3 or so months, but it was the first skin I ever applied, so I had a part in that. I got a Phantom Skin this time because they has a matte option. Like it, hven't had it long enough to have corners peel though. I like the matte material a lot more, but the BSE has a much better fit.
[Nexus One Accessories] mineddt:
1/2 hard case 1/2 soft case

i just bought a case on ebay for like 10 dollars i love it.
[Nexus One Accessories] EP2008:
I've got Invisible Shields for both my HTC Legends. They started to yellow before two months had past, making a beautiful aluminium phone look like an old PC computer.

I emailed Zagg and they said that I qualify for replacements... I asked if the replacements were resistant to yellowing :D They recommended their expensive cleaning foam... :(

To be honest, I've used screen protectors for close to a decade and I've never had them yellow on me. They may put these on helicopter blades, but they should have made them better for consumer electronics.
[Nexus One Accessories] illcaptive:
Best skin ever is hell of a lot better I first tried the intelliscreen and application was a little difficult and i found it to be sticks feeling. Best skin ever applied really easy because you make your own solution and dip the skin in that then cause i had the a intelliscreen squeegee it got the bubbles out. The last thing is the best screen ever is nice and smooth and has no tackiness, so there is my vote.

ill
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
BSE's running a 2 for 1 special today and tomorrow. It says just add two skins to your cart and it'll auto-discount.

Yep, just tried it. And it still does shipping for $1 instead of $2 since it's two skins hah
[Nexus One Accessories] xyellx:
hmm gonna get a BSE, to bad i missed the 2 for 1 offer :/
[Nexus One Accessories] Bloodflame:
Just thought I'd mention the Zagg (screen protector only) is on sale right now for $3.75

I've already got a hard plastic case and silicone case (I kinda swap between them) but wanted protection for my screen too. When I found this deal, I thought it would be a good idea to snag it while it's cheap! :D
[Nexus One Accessories] blas4me:
BSE truly lives up to it's name. I slipped on ice the other day, while talking on my phone, and my N1 went up and I went down hard. I heard my phone hit the ground and I thought, that's it for my phone. It had landed right on the screen, I was almost afraid to pick it up. A friend of mine smashed his Iphone screen a few days before from a simple drop, so I figured my screen was finished. But, when I picked up my phone, the screen wasn't damaged at all, a guy who seen me fall said my phone skidded on the ground, so when he saw my screen still in tact, he said I was lucky. I told him that I wasn't lucky, that I just have the Best Skin Ever. I had Zagg on my G1 and the screen protector was good, but it was sweaky when I used the touch screen. That doesn't happen with BSE, and I can use the touch screen with gloves on, and the sensor buttons. I just thought I would share, If you haven't tried it, definitely give it a try. Don't let the cheap price fool you, It's worth It's weight in gold.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Awesome story! Thanks!
[Nexus One Accessories] y2k1ltd:
Just got this from eBay: 3M iClear Shield Full Body. Has the same coverage as the Zagg product, but it's only $10.49 shipped, plus it's 0.8mm thick.
[Nexus One Accessories] Paul22000:
Cool. Let us know how it fits/works afterwards, and maybe post some pics? :cool:
[Nexus One Accessories] y2k1ltd:
Fits very well, full screen coverage. Body coverage is an exact copy of Zagg. Just thicker and cheaper. Overall, worth the price.
[Nexus One Accessories] jerryparid:
Just want to add that BSE for HTC Evo also fits like a dream. Much better experience than Zagg.
[Nexus One Accessories] frozst:
I have the best skins ever and it's nice but quiet difficult to "install".
[Nexus One Accessories] Euforeik:
I like ghost armor. Theres a booth at the mall so i dont have to worry about installation.