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[Vibrant Accessories] rembonjaski:
I'd also love to go sans screen protector, but I just know I'd end up scratching the screen.

Someone brought up polishing watch glass earlier - I wonder if it would be possible to use a buffing compound on these screens to remove slight surface scratches. I imagine if it will take scratches out of sapphire crystal, it can remove scratches from Gorilla Glass - although there may be some type of coating on top that may get removed.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Oh Boy... lol, I just ordered the Realook. I find myself constantly worrying about getting an awful scratch on this amazing screen. Not sure I could handle that if it occurs... I am prone to dropping a phone, although I have not yet with this phone. Maybe I just need to make a leash and tie it to my wrist or something, haha....
[Vibrant Accessories] vuvsion:
You're not alone, and don't get me wrong, I still think realook is a decent product, and if you have a tendency to drop your phone, by all mean put the realook on. It may not protect the screen from direct impact, but it'll definitely keep it from being scratched.

I'm also prone to drop my phone, and it doesn't help with the Vibrant being so smooth & slippery. The damn phone squirted out of my hand on a few occasions already, luckily landed on carpet. I can't stand the gel case, and the best investment I did was the the mesh case, very thin and with just the right tacky grip to keep the Vibrant from slipping out of my hand.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Mesh Case??? linky please? lol
[Vibrant Accessories] vuvsion:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=730699

Pics below courtesy of HoOnZ
[Vibrant Accessories] Vegastouch:
Thread

Picture of cases
[Vibrant Accessories] reetska:
Ordered the realook on friday and received it today. It is absolutely amazing I don't notice any lag and my for buttons work perfectly. I can't tell that there is an sp on the screen.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
OMG that is beautiful. Thanks for the link.

Again.... WOW

And to get back on topic, that is some good news reetska, I sure hope I get that same experience. Thanks for sharing yours.
[Vibrant Accessories] Jdom58:
Those are some really nice cases, only wish they would cover all the edges around the phone not just the sides:(
[Vibrant Accessories] reetska:
Yup nice cases but kinda worthless if it doesn't provide protection for all sides
[Vibrant Accessories] vuvsion:
Can't do much at the top with all the ports. But yeah, the bottom is unprotected. Samsung's ID department is not exactly the brightest or most creative bunch, copying the iphone 3GS look is the one feature I made me crinch everytime I look at my Vibrant. The mesh case with perforated holes & open bottom design gives it a clean elegant line that sets it apart from all the typical the iPhone 3GS all around enveloped protective case that I see at every corners.

With the mesh case, now I don't get people commenting: "I didn't know T-mobile has iPhone!" :p
[Vibrant Accessories] Pneumatic:
LOL

That's the one thing that bugs me about this phone. More than one person has said "I didn't know you had an iPhone". Grrr... It does give me the chance to show why my Vibrant is far superior to an iPhone though. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] bromat80:
Just got my realook today and you can't even tell that it is there. It's perfect. It's a good thing that it ships with two protectors because I got some dust under the first one.

I had the clearfreak on for a night and I ripped it off. I didn't like the feel and look of it.
[Vibrant Accessories] dublj:
I have a reallook SP and it works great. It was easy to put on, if you do it carefully. I cant even tell it is there. I would definitely recommend the reallook.

I know there are others but here is another 10% off coupon at Amazon.

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[Vibrant Accessories] landlocked26:
Got my Realook's today and installed on both of our Vibrants. I am definitely satisfied. No lag with buttons and the screen looks and performs like it is not even there. Had the same issue with the tiny bubble by the speaker on one but nothing is perfect. Completely satisfied and ordering a couple more for spares.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Thats funny, I also got mine today and still have not opened the package. It is REALLY nice to hear more satisfied stories than negative ones.

FYI to everyone, I spoke with the guy who takes care of the Amazon REALOOK store and he said he would look into the button lag but reassured me that it isn't terrible. He told me he would send another one if I had lag just in case I wanted/needed to cut the bottom part off. WOW, what a nice suggestion... I hope I wont need it tho...
[Vibrant Accessories] vgz01:
I just applied the Realook screen protector, and I have to admit I'm not as impressed as I thought I would be after using it for a day.

Pros:

- Very easy and fast to put on. 100% bubble-free, surprised I was able to do it myself, given my bad track record of putting on screen protectors.

- The protector fits the entire screen, and as a lot of people have stated, you can hardly tell it's on.

- Coming from the T-Mobile matte screen protector, the Realook does NOT have the weird rainbow-ish pixelation you see with whites/lighter colors on the screen. It's as if I have no protector on at all and can see all the colors and objects on the screen with beautiful clarity.

- Found that swyping is easier with this protector on, less resistance with this protector makes for better gestures and overall touchscreen use with this one on vs. the T-Mo one.

And now for the Cons. Only two of them, but to me they are big ones.

Cons:

- The four bottom soft-touch buttons are also covered. While I have no issues with hitting the Menu, Back and Search buttons, the Home button for whatever reason is HORRIBLE to register a button press with this new cover on. I mean, three buttons working fine when pressed out of four isn't bad, but the Home button not registering button presses very well is absolutely killing me.

- FINGERPRINTS. Jeez. The T-Mobile matte screen picked up a few fingerprints and oils here and there, and it was a more or less acceptable amount. Nothing a quick swipe across a shirt couldn't clear up. With the Realook, fingerprints stay on that thing like white on rice. It's blatant in daylight with the screen off, but much less so when the screen is on, though I can still see the fingerprints much easier with the Realook than I ever did with the T-Mobile screen.

On the whole, I still think I upgraded with going from the Tmo protector to the Realook. And I listed more pros than cons. But like I stated earlier, the two lone cons are really bugging me. I can probably solve one of them by cutting the bottom portion of the screen protector to leave the bottom buttons uncovered, but that would be overkill especially given that only one of the four buttons is giving me issues.

My $0.02.
[Vibrant Accessories] dublued:
Give it some more time for the finger prints. It does get better as you use the screen more.

As far as button sensitiveness is concerned, I don't think it's a huge problem. You will get used to pushing those buttons harder than usual. Cut out option isn't bad either but I haven't read anybody aactually doing it yet :)
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Contact the guy who sells them and see if he will send you another package so you can try cutting it. Thats what he said he would do for me if I needed to cut the bottom off. Im starting to think that this screen needs to just be naked and to stop worrying about it... besides I dont keep them longer than a year anyway and I never seem to sell the darn things, I just toss them into a dresser drawer when Im finished using them. lol
[Vibrant Accessories] rshemeld:
Just put on the real look screen protector and wow.. I can't be more happy it looks amazing..no bubbles..doesn't affect the touch screen..and cheapppp and fast shipping!! Now just waiting for the case mate barely there case :)
[Vibrant Accessories] newblue1234:
Just got mine its way more of an upgrade then the zagg. That being said I accidentally ordered the i9000 version for my vibrant lol
[Vibrant Accessories] bromat80:
You know, I had the same issue with the realook the day after I put it on but since that day (about a week now) I haven't had any issues with any of the buttons. Who knows
[Vibrant Accessories] down8:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=44979&cat=5051

For anyone thinking about screen protectors messing with the cap.buttons, checkout this product. A nice little cut-out for the buttons.

-bZj
[Vibrant Accessories] skater4690:
i run mine naked afrter watching this i even took a screwdriver and ran it across a couple times and nothing happend!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3by5u9ax2EU
[Vibrant Accessories] talltexan:
Care to do a YouTube for us?
[Vibrant Accessories] skater4690:
I would but don't have a camera cause someone broke I to my truck and stole it... but ill try and figure a way to get a hold of one. But I promise you don't need it only bad thing is fingerprints. My word means nothing to you guys but after watching that video I said f this stupid tmo screen protector and been running naked since
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
No one here needs to see another Horror movie like that, we already know how durable the screen is. So please don't do it!
[Vibrant Accessories] skater4690:
Ok lol I here you on that
[Vibrant Accessories] kboater:
replaced my clearfreak with the Realook yesterday. much better
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Ok I finally installed my Realook just a few minutes ago, and Im also impressed. Still have not tried the screen or touch buttons tho, lol. I am wondering if anyone has tried applying a skin to it? Will a phone skin like Skinit adhere to the Realook? Anyone know?

EDIT: Id like to add that I must be one of the lucky ones in regards to sensitivity being decreased, its just not there. The screen and capacitive buttons seem to function normally as it did before putting on the Realook. What a fantastic Screen Protector. Not to mention I got three in my package for some reason, lol. Wow, what a great bargain...
[Vibrant Accessories] maggi101:
Add me to the list of RealLook users. Got mine today, looks and feels just like the stock screen. No bubble at the speaker after application, either!
[Vibrant Accessories] tomykat:
Has anyone used Zagg or thier custom skins.

I would really like a custom skin that I can put my own design on. Any feedback on those?
[Vibrant Accessories] vuvsion:
Zagg screen protector

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=742219

I've used Zagg on my previous phone. The screen's protector was soft with texture like orange peel, making it difficult to glide your finger (I'm sure this problem is amplified if you're using Swype). The corners for full body skin peeled off after a few weeks of sliding in and out of my pocket and became a nuisance to handle.

There are other satisfied users, but it wasn't the product for me.
[Vibrant Accessories] abhiku:
Just ordered bodyguardz full body protectors for my both family lines Vibrant. Since it comes in pack of 2, solve my purpose:)

There is 20% till 08/22. Code is shown below.

Btw I used BestSkinsever on my iphone 4 and was happy with it. I was tired of waiting forever with BSE skin coming for Vibrant:(

Samsung Vibrant FULL BODY protectors

Subtotal $ 24.95

Discount (BTS10) -$ 4.99

Shipping & Handling (UPS Mail Innovations - ) $ 0.00

Grand Total $ 19.96
[Vibrant Accessories] turbo chicken:
After getting a few teeny micro super tiny scratch on my screen I ran to tmobile and got the t mobile screen protector... Yes it makes my screen look funny...but it'll do until bestskinever makes one for the vibrant.

The screens can be scratched!!! Protect your investment!!
[Vibrant Accessories] FlipnKraut:
I got my Realook the other day. Overall its a really good sp. I didn't have any of the button issues other people reported. Sliding my finger across seems as good as or even better than the glass screen.

The only thing that seems different to me is how the screen looks in direct sunlight. It feels like with the sp on there, the screen is less viewable in sunlight, but it may just be me.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Try one of them Realook screen protectors, it has amazed almost everyone who has ordered one, including myself.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_electronics?_encoding=UTF8&node=172282&field-brandtextbin=realook
[Vibrant Accessories] :
i joined xda after looking for a screen protector. and this particular forum was the best help in finding it, so i'd like to express my thanks to all.

i am a little obsessive when it comes to keeping my phone clean, as i retained the factory protector until i recieved this one. first i ordered clear freak as i heard good things about it, long story short, it got lost in the mail and my money was refunded. so i started seeing alot or rave about the realook and decided to give it a try. not too long ago i finished the installation

- installation is a breeze, almost no bubbles when laying the protector down, removal of those was simple

- can still swype quickly

- completely clear, and loooks the same as the naked screen

- the buttons at the bottom are just the same to touch. doesnt require any more effort.

as for the smudges i can't say as i just installed the screen protector.
[Vibrant Accessories] Vegastouch:
Oh your going to get smudges. This is the best SP i have tried and it is clear and it is easy to swype on it as well. Overall i am pleased with it. I used to use a gloss SP on my iPhone made by Green Onions supply and they are better for fingerprints and smudges but i emailed them and they said they have no plans to make a SP for our phone :mad:
[Vibrant Accessories] skater4690:
Dude how did you manage to scratch your screen ? I put q screw driver on mine and without pressing down or anything slid it across my screen and I didn't get a single thing
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Yeah my keys decided to jump on top of my screen today and I have all kinds of keys, truck keys, cars keys, house keys yadda yadda and I even have those little phillips/standard head screw drivers on it, and many other gadgets and well after swallowing my tongue in such a massive gasp of air I grabbed the phone, gave her a quick "Im sorry" and then looked at the screen in direct sunlight and could not see even the smallest of scratches. Lol, then I remembered.... "Oh I finally put my Realook on". This SP is so like not there, yet its there protecting perfectly. Now only if they could make condoms like that us guys would be set ;-)

Glad I read the entire thread, lol.... I want to say thank you to the person who tried this and then shared the info with the rest of us. THANK YOU! :D
[Vibrant Accessories] mayurh:
hi there

has anyone tested the clearfreak for the htc desire from ebay?

does it make the screen pixely?

fingerprints? cos the htc desire attracts alot of fingerprint marks without a protector?

ans is the screeen crystal clear as without the protector?
[Vibrant Accessories] Acid_Wir3:
Just installed the clearfreak sp lots of bubbles guna wait till tom
[Vibrant Accessories] abhiku:
can someone post pictures with bodyguardz applied on?
[Vibrant Accessories] vgz01:
I just wanted to give an update on my Realook protectors. After a few days, I guess they were "worn in" and the fingerprint/smudge issue was definitely less noticeable. In fact, I don't even consider it an issue anymore.

The damn home button is still an issue. As a test, I took the protector off for a day, and was able to use the home button with great accuracy. Putting the cover back on, the problem w/ the Home button came right back, where it was very unresponsive. Again, what I don't get is why my three other capacative buttons work just great with the protector on!

I emailed the Amazon seller and he was truly happy to help, it was the best customer service experience I've had in a very long time. He was very quick to offer to send me another pack, an offer that I took him up on.

I'm thinking of trying something with the set that comes in... probably a stupid idea, but what about taking a paper hole puncher to the four spots where the buttons would be, to see if skin contact returns the home button back to it's normal responsive self (I'd do all four of them even if the other three work just for the complete look). Can you guys think of any other things to try and do?
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
A few pages back someone listed a screen protector that already has the four holes for the capacitive buttons. I forget what it was called though. I asked Realook a few weeks ago to make one with holes, but he said the extra R&D would make it a seperate product and that the capacitive buttons should not be interfered with, at least in testing they had no issues.

EDIT: Here is that SP that has a cutout for the buttons.

http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=44979&cat=5051
[Vibrant Accessories] ytj87:
I like ht Realook protectors for the Vibrant, off ebay. They're hard. No gumminess. Fit is very nice too.
[Vibrant Accessories] :
Day 3 off the realook screen protector, I an really impressed. The smudges do come, but they wipe away easily on my t shirt without scratching the screen. Best screen protector ever.
[Vibrant Accessories] ThisGuyJohn:
This is how disgusting my Zagg shield has become on my Vibrant within 3 weeks. What are these little bubble/scratch looking specs, I have no clue. I treat my phone like I would my baby, so I know I've done nothing to damage it. Even funnier how it doesn't completely cover the screen.. I'm about to take this crap off RIGHT NOW.

(I can't post the image, my friend will post it up for me.. Or at least try to..)
[Vibrant Accessories] PathogenX:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/imbest/4922244017/

~From Thisguyjon

He can't post pics yet it's not letting him so he asked me to post it up for him!
[Vibrant Accessories] ThisGuyJohn:
lol thanks for trying bro, I'll just let people go to the Flickr page I suppose. http://www.flickr.com/photos/imbest/4922244017/
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
Yeah that is horrible, and to think I almost purchased one of them. The Realook seems to be perfect for me here.
[Vibrant Accessories] neil85ae86:
Finally got my clarivue installed. Took all of two minutes. It feels rubbery when fresh, just wipe it off with the included screen wipe and you wouldn't know it was there feels naked. I think the rubbery feel is due to some chemical residue. Absolutely no lag.

Neil
[Vibrant Accessories] Inat:
Finally had time to put on my Realook. Took a good 20 minutes to get all the dust particles out from underneath it (I went through a lot of scotch tape) but I have to say the results are worth it. Can't even tell it's on.
[Vibrant Accessories] SkOrPn:
TIP:

I just cleaned mine real good with optical cleaner for eye glasses, then kept my handy can of compressed air (radio shack) next to the phone as I was applying the sp. When I was laying it down I noticed a piece of dust land on the screen and I then hit the button on the can and bam, dust particle gone, then laid down the rest of the sp and it came out perfect in a matter of just a minute. ;)
[Vibrant Accessories] kolyan:
got Steinheil anti fingerprint protector. good quality, no finger prints, no glare, obviously not invisible, but this is the type of screen protectors that i like. comes with 2 in package and they have other 2 kinds as well, all probably good quality.
[Vibrant Accessories] DaSmittyman:
lol saw this on youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmqe9G5TIOg&feature=related
[Vibrant Accessories] talltexan:
Im going to return mine, put the protector back with the plastic in the packaging going to return it tomorrow. There is nothing about not returning screen protectors on the receipt.
[Vibrant Accessories] DKYang:
How does the ClearFreak feel? I know when I had the Invisible Shield on my G1 is was sticky and not smooth.
[Vibrant Accessories] sfsilicon:
Walmart sells 3M Scotchgard Paint Protection Film or did you mean something else?

You can buy a roll of the 3M stuff which the clearfreak stuff is made out of for $20. You can also buy Venture Shield (bought by 3M) for less. I'm thinking of doing this since I have a couple of phones I want to add protection to.

badaphooko01 can you share a picture of the rear side of your vibrant with the protector.
[Vibrant Accessories] badaphooko01:
I only purchased the screen protector not the full body. I like this way better than the zagg already.
[Vibrant Accessories] degeneration:
I just ordered me a clearfreak, I plan to get a gel or rubber case because I have a tendency to drop my phone a lot, so I just ordered the screen protector... Thanks for pointing it out
[Vibrant Accessories] Xyber3364:
protection

I loved the durability of invisible shield but hated the feel, could not use swype cause it felt sticky. Thanks for the clear coupon ordered myself that, let see how it feels. I hate not having my phone fully "protected"
[Vibrant Accessories] bellrb19:
I ordered a zagg shield and will let you all know how it looks and feels. Found a 40 percent coupon on twitter.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
Bought the screen protectors they had at the T-mobile store. They definitely suck, but should hold me over until my Clearfreak protectors arrive.

The ones at the tmobile store make the screen feel dull. It has a matte like finish. It also makes the screen look "glittery". It also doesn't cover the entire front. Only from the speaker grill down to the top of the Samsung logo.

I definitely don't recommend using it longterm.
[Vibrant Accessories] badaphooko01:
update: Ok after 24hrs those minor flaws and bubbles you saw in the pics I posted are all gone, you almost can't even tell that is has a protector on it.

One tip I can give you when installing is follow the directions using the squeegee, you want even strokes, you can see the indentations on the corners from when I kept going over the same area. Its not bad but it can be avoided.
[Vibrant Accessories] DKYang:
Thanks for telling us your experience badaphooko01. Now time to order a clearfreak.
[Vibrant Accessories] setzer715:
Anyone heard of or used Gadget Gaurd? On ebay here

I ususally like BSE but they dont have one for Vibrant or Galaxy S. I ordered an invisishield but I usually dont like how sticky they are and may just return it. Clearfreak is not a full body protection.
[Vibrant Accessories] zenlakin:
Just ordered my clearfreak screen. I will post when I get it an how it works out..
[Vibrant Accessories] SykesAT:
Has anyone compared bodygardz? $15 for two screen protectors or $24 for two full covers. Free lifetime replacements (the do charge about $5 for s&h on replacements, so not totally free)

Used them on my G1. Ordered the full body. Screen part was great but the body parts because of all the curves did not last too long and I did not bother ordering replacements.

http://www.bodyguardz.com/samsung-vibrant-cases-screen-protectors-covers-shields-skins-films.html

Would be interested to see if anyone has compared these with other brands.
[Vibrant Accessories] Ste11a:
Thanks for the link and the coupon. I've used my Vibrant for a day and don't want to scratch the screen or anything.
[Vibrant Accessories] timafey:
I bought the clearfreak and it wasn't good at all... Hard to install, and i actually scratched the surface while installing with the plastic blade they sent... Ive never had a problem with screen protectors, but I am going to try this ebay

On the upside clearfreak refunded me VERY fast! Great guys to deal with.
[Vibrant Accessories] brie987:
The one sold on Ebay is only a front cover, the one sold on their website is for FULL coverage meaning the back and front has a clear cover.
[Vibrant Accessories] Maverick777:
If you only need the front, it's still cheaper to buy from the ebay store even if you use the 30% off coupon on their regular site.