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[Vibrant Accessories] danr238:
I am really on the edge about install a screen protector after watching this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3by5u9ax2EU&feature=related

How durable is this screen and does it need a screen protector after watching this video?

I probably will go with clearfreak but watching the installation video makes me nervous with the amount of water used to install. Maybe I'm just being too paranoid about my new phone :D
[Vibrant Accessories] kolyan:
that was painful to watch.....
[Vibrant Accessories] badaphooko01:
dude no worries, I have had this on for 2 days and could not be more happier. At first it looks horrible until it settled then after a day or so , you forget its there and its so smooth unlike the zagg where its orange peely and sticky. I am actually gonna order another on just in case.
[Vibrant Accessories] Satertek:
Got my clearfreak.

Not too pleased with the process to actually get it on, as this was my first screen protector and was much harder than I expected to get all the air bubbles out, and I think I may have stretched it a bit as it goes over the edges a hair on the bottom. There are still a few I'm hoping will disappear over time. The plastic "squeegee" was pretty hard to use. Watching the video on the website I assumed they'd send the one he used.

The feel of it is great though, and my fingers leave barely any marks.

If it smooths itself out eventually I'll be very happy with it.

Edit: Used a credit card and got the rest the air bubbles off at least the LCD screen, a few still left outside of it though I'm not worried about. Any of my complaints of clearfreak are from my sucking at applying it, the screen feels awesome and now that it's smoothed over, can't tell it's even there.
[Vibrant Accessories] disturkis4u:
I got that one and it has nothing but air bubbles all over it. Not happy with it so far. Will give it till tomorrow to let it settle. Also it's kind of rubbery so it makes it hard to 'swype' on
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
just curious, did you wet it, both sides as well as the display screen before applying?
[Vibrant Accessories] vud911:
For my screen protectors today i hope it will be nice. It is a phantomz skin. Heard nothing but good things about company
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
Good to hear, I have 2 coming my way. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] disturkis4u:
The directions didn't say to but I did wet the protector...not the phone screen.

Would that help? I'll try it if people think it'll help.

That won't help the rubbery feel of the screen though once it's applied
[Vibrant Accessories] phragg:
Seems like everyone Is rooting for Clearfreak. I was debating between that and Zagg as I've seen all the rave about it but now it seems everyone is against it as it seems too "sticky".

I've ordered mine now and will let you know how it works.
[Vibrant Accessories] idiosyncrisia:
I just purchased one of the bodyguardz ones. I'll report back when I get it/ apply it. A friend of mine has it on his Droid, and it's wicked smooth, and rather thick too, which I like.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
The Zaggs were fine until someone decided to invent SWYPE. :D

The stickiness just kills it for SWYPE users. For everyone else, it doesn't matter as much.
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
the martin fields video and zagg video both show spraying screen & both sides of the screen protector - i suspect the zagg solution they supply in a small spray bottle has a small amount of dishwater soap or similiar agent - maybe just a low tension agent

we used to apply the window shading kits for car windows,back in the late 70s (yeah, i'm that old) and what was crazy, to us at least back then, was they recommended wetting the glass and the plastic material down with water mixed with a little dishwater soap - we all figured it'd leave streaking when it dried - but when you squeeged all the water and bubbles out, it didn't

never understood why but it didn't ( but we didn't put that much soap in the water either)
[Vibrant Accessories] DaMaDo:
Got my clearfreak on the front and back. The only thing I dont like is that the screen doesn't look as good when ambient is bright...when in darker areas you can't tell there's a protector there. I don't like the more matted look.

The back, due to the curvatures has a several bubbles still left, but they will go away.

I don't mind the back at all, but I much preferred the harder plastic cover I had for my iPhone. It was similar but crystal clear and firmer. It was also a lot easier to remove.
[Vibrant Accessories] sfsilicon:
Could you do me a favor and post a scan of the back film. I'm trying to cut my own template.
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
got my clearfreak on, i'm getting too old w/less patience but did it 3X and no matter what i tried, still have 5 or 6 little bubbles that do not squeegee out

clearness - slight difference from the protector that came on the phone, but barely noticeable (and it may be psychological on my part)

sensitivity - do not notice any loss in touch responses

fwiw
[Vibrant Accessories] DaMaDo:
I'm not sure how to scan it once it's on the phone

Another note is that the back blocks the hole for the speaker and makes noticeably quieter. I cut it out using an xacto knife after installation.

And now looking closely at the film on the phone, it has let me find a line in the screen that seems like a pixel problem. This has nothing to do with the protector, it just made me inspect the screen more closely and now that I know where the broken pixels are, I can always see it =/ I'll take a picture later tonight and post it up on different thread.
[Vibrant Accessories] kboater:
just got my vibrant yesterday. it seems most are going with the clearfreak. some like it and others dont. it seems most dont like the installation process.

i prevously had mytouch and i had screen protectors that did not require any water to be applied and they were not rubbery and still left the screen color good. Has anyone found anything similiar?

are the ones at the tmobile store really that bad? i was gonna pick some up today
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
I'm still waiting for my clearfreaks to arrive, but I do have the T-mobile protector on mine currently.

The screen protector covers from the speaker down to the top of the Samsung logo. It does not cover the entire front. The feel isnt' terrible, but it's not smooth. I has a matte like finish to it.

The most aggravating aspect of the T-mobile protector is it makes the screen "sparkly". I'll see if I can post a picture later. It's very noticeable on anything bright.
[Vibrant Accessories] Orangechicken:
Are screen protectors really necessary for this phone? I hate mine, and think I'm gonna take it off aster seeing those youtube videos of the galaxy screen tests.
[Vibrant Accessories] DKYang:
I wish PowerSupportUSA wasn't Apple product exclusive. My buddy had one on his iPhone and it felt great. You don't feel the stickiness of it like you would on Zagg's. It just feels like the screen itself which is what I'm trying to find, but it seems like it's hard to find. :(
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
i know there's a video showing how durable the screen is, everything up to the box cutter blade didn't scratch it but the cutter did

but, i've played with watches, and even the synthetic sapphire crystals that are hard as hell, and impossible to scratch, every few years need some polishing

windborne sand, grit, hell even salt on your fingertips (from eating potatoe chips or whatever) will grind on that surface, and unlike a watch crystal, i don't think these screens can be polished

just 02
[Vibrant Accessories] sfsilicon:
I was hoping that you had a left over sticker backer that you could scan. Guess not, if anyone else gets the back sticker could you please scan it before application. TY!
[Vibrant Accessories] disturkis4u:
i've been looking for those too and i'm not sure what company t-mo gets them from
[Vibrant Accessories] zedomax:
Zagg

Zagg now available: http://bit.ly/92hYk6
[Vibrant Accessories] flexnix:
Got my clearfreak screen protector. Its on and I'm happy. Now I can't find the damn receipt for the T-Mobile screen protectors. :mad:
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
wasn't the shipping packaging and the product packaging impressive??? (insert sarcasm)
[Vibrant Accessories] StefanB86:
+1 i really loved the piece of white plastic... such an innovation.

On a side note, haven't put mine on, i received my phone yesterday and had to send it back today because the Home button wasn't working, getting the new one on friday hopefully, 10 points for customer service. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
you just reminded me - what i used to push the bubbles to the edge was a small hard rubber roller (about 1.5" wide) it's used in applying formica, but worked pretty decently

and in case anyone is interested, i've got a brand new i9000 zagg front screen protector, never used, never peeled from the backing paper $7 mailed

no spray solution but the instructions do come with it if you want

note - this is a protector for the i9000 - cutouts are a little different than a vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] Pneumatic:
I ordered my Invisible Shield on Friday (7-16) and it just shipped today (7-21). If you order it don't expect it in a day or two.
[Vibrant Accessories] SuperMiguel:
is it really worth it to have a protector on this phone?
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
ask yourself that question after you've scratched yours and then all you see when you look at the phone is that *#$**!! scratch

yeah - it's worth $5 for a little pc of mind
[Vibrant Accessories] SykesAT:
Guys there is a very extensive thread in the N1 section. Best Skin Ever seems to come out on top if you read the posts, the poll is not representative of the comments in the thread. link

Just snapped some pics of my G1 with a 2year old Bodygardz screen protector. It has held up very well, the screen was pretty easy to put on (body was not so easy but I think that more the G1s shape), its pretty responsive for the touch screen and it's about as smooth as the protector that came with the Vibrant

That being said, I will be trying BSE first. If its not as good as bodyguardz I will replace it with bodyguardz.

pics of my G1 with screen protector only

Edit:

BSE does not have the vibrant listed yet, sent them an email asking for an ETA.

Bodyguardz vibrant $15 for 2 screen covers, $25 for two fully body, free lifetime replacements. link
[Vibrant Accessories] SuperMiguel:
which protector seems to be the best so far for this phone?
[Vibrant Accessories] SykesAT:
no offense but you are in a 8 page long thread discussing the matter. I have linked to a 23 page thread in the N1 section.

Clearfreak has gotten some nods in here. Best Skin Ever seem to be the preferred in N1 thread (discounting the poll which does not represent the posts) but they do not have a Vibrant cover yet, I am waiting on a email back with an eta.
[Vibrant Accessories] Krycek:
Zagg has the Vibrant invisibleSHIELD available now.

http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/samsung-vibrant-galaxy-s-t959-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
[Vibrant Accessories] SykesAT:
I would read the comparison reviews before ordering a Zagg. There seems to be a lot of complaints with the rubber, non-slide feel of the zaggs when used with touch screens.
[Vibrant Accessories] rembonjaski:
I've always preferred the screen protectors that don't require any liquid solution to install.

Zagg, BSE, ClearFreak, and BodyGuardz are pretty similar and I think all just variants of 3M's Polyurethane Protective Tape (even though Zagg will say their product is superior).

From my experience, the invisibleSHIELD and BodyGaurdz have an almost identical feel - a bit of an orange peel texture. They were fine on my Dash, but I hated them on my G1 touchscreen.

One other consideration for the "film/tape" type protectors. I've found that they are much more likely to start lifting around the edges and attract dust - which prevents them from sticking. It usually took about a month of me putting in and taking it out of my pocket before it started to happen. On the flat screen surface it shouldn't be as big of an issue, but it is really hard to prevent if you use the full body type around curved edges.

I always liked Clarivue and Boxwave products so will wait until one of them releases a Vibrant version.
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
don't know if everyone already knew this but when i put my clearfreak screen protector on, there were maybe 6-8 air bubbles i couldn't get rid of - had tried removing and remounting 3 times and decided to live with them

i noticed yesterday they seemed to be disappearing on their own, and today, 3+ days after installing, they're are almost totally gone with one or two still there but real faint like they've bled down substantially

the plastic must have some permeability allowing it to breathe that air out over time????
[Vibrant Accessories] rembonjaski:
It happens with almost every screen protector I put on. The bubbles go away 9-out-of-10 times within a few days. The only exception is when a spec of dust gets stuck under the film.
[Vibrant Accessories] kboater:
well guess the general opinion is the clearfreak protector. im think im going to order one. for those who have had in on for a couple days, do you still like it? how does it feel? not rubbery right? do you feel that it is hindering the great display at all? The brightness and color are one of the main features of this phone, so how does the clearfreak seem to be affecting it?

last question, earlier in this thread someone mentioned that they sell the same material that clearfreak is made out of, has anyone used it? i know you would have to trim it to size, but other then that, is it identical?
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
like the above poster said, go thru the posts and see what folks have said about the others - there are others speaking pretty well of the cheapos off ebay -

the clearfreak i just happen to like cause of the feel and the lack of any perceivable loss of touch sensitivity compared to the one Tmo sold me for the MT3G i had - i ordered a 2nd one today just to have for when this one needs replacing
[Vibrant Accessories] wopper69:
Has anybody here used the Power Support screen protector for any of the iphones? My friend had that on his iphone and i was really impressed with the texture and look of it. No matter how sticky my fingers felt, my fingers glided over the screen with ease.

Does anyone have any comparison between a power support screen protector and any of the current ones = body guardz, zagg, clear freak, cheapies, etc?

Power support unfortunately doesn't make products for non iphones.

I'm looking for something that obviously doesn't mess up the screen much, but more importantly has a nice texture and doesn't cause stickiness of my fingers.
[Vibrant Accessories] Inat:
I don't mind being a guinea pig and want to try a protector no one here has tried yet just so there's an opinion available. That being said, I've heard good things about these:

http://www.sgpstore.com/

I just emailed them to see if any protectors for the Vibrant are in the works.
[Vibrant Accessories] tacomaguy20:
Hey what do you guys think of Ghost Armor? Everyone around here usually just hits the mall and has the guys there put the ghost armor on their new phones. I don't know much about protectors just heard that worked well.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
Got my Clearfreak on. It looks and feels amazing. It does have a slight orange peel effect, but it's not noticeable at all with the screen on and it feels almost as good as the naked glass. MUCH better than the texture on Bodyguardz, Best Skins Ever, and Invisible Shield. How do I know? I own all of them for various electronics devices.

There's barely a gap between the screen protector and the edges. It's just enough to make installation a breeze, and small enough that once I have my silicon case on you can't even tell there's a protector on unless you look closely and see the orange peel texture.

Here are a few pics. It's kind of hard to get the right angle to capture the orange peel texture.
[Vibrant Accessories] DKYang:
Saw someone posted about Warpol in the Nexus One thread that was linked in the page before this one.

http://www.wrapsol.com/en_US/Home+Page/Products/iphone+_+mobile/samsung/Vibrant.aspx

They have one for the Vibrant and the tests they have on youtube seems to imply that it can also be used as a case.
[Vibrant Accessories] Inat:
Hmm. I just might get that. The screen portion of the Ultra looks a little thick though. I wonder if it will have any effect on the colors?
[Vibrant Accessories] imthekuni:
just received clearfreaks for my phone and my parents'. went on pretty easily, some bubbles underneath but mine have disappeared after a day.
[Vibrant Accessories] sfsilicon:
Nice pics. Thanks for sharing.
[Vibrant Accessories] badaphooko01:
nice pics! I will be using clearfreak for all my devices from now on. You did a great job on yours, mine came out good but yours was perfect.
[Vibrant Accessories] degeneration:
So I got my clearfreak and was rather excited about it, I didn't put it on perfectly but it was good enough so I went with it... but then I started having the home key issue. I peeled it back just to see if it was the protector (just enough to touch the home key) and still had issues... nothing, let it discharge and recharge, nothing, factory wipe, nothing... well I figured I was going to have to exchange it so I peeled it off an suddenly the home key worked fine...

Maybe this was a fluke? Any one else have trouble with their softkeys after putting it on?
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
Yes, I had the same problem. Home key was completely unresponsive for about 2 hours. The back key was less responsive. Give it about 2-3 hours to dry. It'll work perfectly afterwards.
[Vibrant Accessories] jsc619:
I have always used the cheap PET protectors from ebay and have never had a problem. They are simple to install, have zero bubbles and there cheap as hell. Just make sure you get the ones that have 2 tabs on them before install. I just ordered some the real cheap ones are not on there yet but there is some from real look there $11 for 2.
[Vibrant Accessories] hpz937:
Just put a clearfreak on, it looks and feels very good, much better than the zagg on my g1

Sent from my Samsung Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] disturkis4u:
Yeah just got my clear freak and it's reallllll smooth!
[Vibrant Accessories] HoOnZ:
I received my Clearfreak screen protector today. I installed it and it was pretty simple. They sent me a small squeegee to help with the install but I had to find a spray bottle for misting the screen protector.

The screen protector doesn't seem to hinder the beautiful Samsung Super AMOLED screen but the feeling is not as easy to swipe. I will give it a couple of days to break in and hopefully the screen becomes smoother. :) Overall, I'm pleased!
[Vibrant Accessories] down8:
Clearfreak here, too.

I even reset one corner where I managed to get 2 pcs of dust under it without incident. I may try the same on the search button, since I have a bit of a wrinkle there.

All in all,a good product.

-bZj

_____

-sent from my Samsung Vibrant via XDAapp
[Vibrant Accessories] zenlakin:
Could some of you guys post a pic of your clearfreak after installation? I just got mine yesterday and put it on last night and using the little "squeegee" that was sent I wasn't too impressed with the result. I am also curious if maybe I need to give it a day or so to "set"??

I will post a pic of mine shortly and anyone that has installed this screen protector can chime in and tell me what I might have done wrong...
[Vibrant Accessories] badaphooko01:
I posted some pics on page 2 of this thread about 30 min. after installation. Just relax, it looked horrible at first but after a day it will settle and look great.
[Vibrant Accessories] disturkis4u:
Yeah I had a lot of smudges when I first put it on but overnight they disappeared
[Vibrant Accessories] vud911:
Surprised no one mention Phantom Skinz. Well the full body protector came today and I applied it, first time I've done this and so far it looks pretty amazing on the front side. The backside, not so much due to the curves or my inability to apply the skin.

The kit came with enough materials for 2 vibrant, which is kinda nice.
[Vibrant Accessories] zenlakin:
I just applied it last night and it does look better this morning although there are a couple of places that have some weird bubbles or something that I can't get rid of even with the squeegee or a credit card. Also, it looks like there are some fine scratches in the protector also from where I was using the edge of the squeegee or my credit card...
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
i had about 7-8 bubbles i couldn't get out, couple days later they disappeared on their own - i reported here wondering if the screens are permeable (letting the air escape slowly) and others responded saying it's common - they'll go away as will the scratch - those seem to self-heal

for those wondering if they need a protector, given that korean video showing the screen surviving all the but box cutter blade see this link

http://forums.t-mobile.com/t5/Samsung-Vibrant/Vibrant-scratched-bad-now-what/td-p/428494
[Vibrant Accessories] Vegastouch:
Those suck. Tried them out on my Vibrant and threw them all away.

Is there a protector that doesnt require you to wet it first? I usually use protectors made by Green Onion Supply and get them at Fry's but they dont have any yet for the Vibrant, even on their website. Those dont need water and the gloss protectors are clear and smooth.
[Vibrant Accessories] larryccf:
the misting works for all screen protectors it's not "required" by any, just that it helps squeege the bubbles out and move the protector around do you get it aligned properly

back in the 60s/70s when cars didn't come with shaded or darkened glass, the Trak Auto stores of the time sold shading film (big pcs of plastic film) that you cut to fit and installed on inside surface of the glass to shield the interior from the heat of the sun - and instructions were always to wet the car's glass and dip the plastic in a soapy water solution first, and then squeege the water & air bubbles out from under the film -

it's not that big a deal, it's only purpose is to make the task easier to do well

you don't have to use water, but you'll wish you did -
[Vibrant Accessories] Vegastouch:
Hmm, well ok. The ones ive used before didnt need it and bonded well to the glass. Not against misting it, just dont want to get the phone wet and ive never used one that i had to wet first.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
The water isn't for bonding, it's to ensure a bubble free application. :D
[Vibrant Accessories] DKYang:
Lets see, from the videos I've seen on youtube. Amzer and Steinheil meets your need although they haven't released it yet. Steinheil has some good reputation while I can't find any for Amzer.
[Vibrant Accessories] hockeyrcks9901:
I'll be one of the first to say I'm not impressed with the Clear-Freak screen. It was sold as a full body coverage and the back coverage is terrible. It barely covers the flat part of the back and leaves the part most susceptible to scratches unprotected, the corners.

I'll be trying to return it and I'll get something else that offers the full coverage.

Just tried putting on a clear-freak for my wife's MyTouch Slide and it is not cut correctly. I'll be returning both of these for refunds and trying a different company.

The front/screen piece for the Vibrant is GREAT though. Smooth and perfect fit. When I call customer service I'll make sure I tell them that the front cover is great, just the back is lacking.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
That's disappointing to hear regarding the rear coverage. I'll need to look elseware if I ever decide I need full coverage. I only bought the screen protector since I use a case on mine.
[Vibrant Accessories] giografix:
You know there is an option to have only the front for 9.99. With the 30% CLEARFREAK4 code it comes to 6.99. The front coverage appears to be a pretty well liked screen protector and for 6.99 you cant beat it. Maybe you just got a bad one.