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[Nook Color Accessories] bugeyed1:
Have the B&N anti glare protector. Makes the screen a tiny bit darker & on solid white screen I see a very slight effect on the quality. It's a slight sparkle effect, but I have to emphasize slight. hat's with brightness almost at min. Reminds me of the Pandigital Novel screen, but not as severe. That said, I am leaving mine on for protection & because I like the more slippery feel compared to a naked screen. BTW Not all protectors have the same feel. I had a Zagg IS protector on my phone & it had a more rubbery, sticky feel. Not very conducive to finger sliding. The B&N feels much harder.

Cheers,

kev
[Nook Color Accessories] eyecrispy:
i have them as well. if you don't prefer a matte type finish, don't get it. but it does cut down on glare.
[Nook Color Accessories] PinkGator:
I also have the B&N screen protector and I couldn't imagine using my nook without it. I see a ton of fingerprints on the screen that make me glad I have the protector. Its not too sticky either, my finger hardly meets any resistance. However, I immediately applied the protector after unboxing my nook so I don't know what the original screen felt like.
[Nook Color Accessories] 99accordv6:
I bought a 3 pack of anti glare on eBay for about $12 shipped.

Works like it should and install is easy =]
[Nook Color Accessories] lintmail:
I bought a $6 one on ebay and it blows. I'm sure it is partly my fault for not putting it on right. Anyway, will probably suck it up and go to B&N and have them put it on.
[Nook Color Accessories] Syco54645:
link? how are they? does your finger glide nice?
[Nook Color Accessories] Divine_Madcat:
Quick question about the B&N Anti glare screens - others i have used, really blur the screen; do the B&N ones have any major loss of sharpness? With this beautiful screen, i would love to protect it without hindering it..
[Nook Color Accessories] Mikroft:
Unfortunately that's the nature of anti-glare. For me it's just as sharp. The decrease is in colour vibrancy.
[Nook Color Accessories] madrascafe:
I usually get these protectors on flea-bay but i caved in and bought it @ the store & had them install it as well... Best $16 i've spent.. . i still have one left over form the 2 pack...:(
[Nook Color Accessories] cybrdmn:
You also get a nice little black microfibre cloth with an 'n' logo on it....
[Nook Color Accessories] ColdH33t:
I went to B&N today and picked up the Anti Glare and the Easel case. I just applied it today and I'm really happy with the application. I normally suck so much with screen protectors and I always apply them diagonally for some reason. But this time it went on right as rain cept for a few rather tiny hairs that I assume are from my dog XD

The matte effect keeps the screen much cleaner and it's really not bad at all. I personally prefer matte over glossy on a device that I'm not doing any image editting so a total A+ buy for me.

So far though seeing as I got the Nook Color by returning a gift and then paying 20 bucks. I've spent about 76 dollars for this NC. 16 for the Screen protector, 40 for the case and the original 20, the accessories are rather steep... I have a feeling that this was B&N's business model though XD
[Nook Color Accessories] Bobb_o:
I'll probably pick them up next week when I'm back at school (My major buildings is connected to a b&n)
[Nook Color Accessories] nrune:
I wasa sceptic about the screen protector b hut itg was worth every penny just to get rid of the finger prints on the screen. I thought thatI would give up on the nook but the anti glare j protector has me soldI agree Best $16 dollarso have ever spent on an accessory.

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[Nook Color Accessories] whiffer2:
couldnt agree more
[Nook Color Accessories] 99accordv6:
Sorry for the late reply,

I actually paid $16 for 3. But since I am still a noob on xda I cannot post outside links. The seller is "ezrangestore"

My fingers glide very easily on these eBay anti glares
[Nook Color Accessories] devis:
The BN antiglare I got at the store isn't much of an antiglare... its better in sunlight but I still see my reflection. But no fingerprints and ease of finger sliding are quite good.

Sent from my NookColor
[Nook Color Accessories] t140568:
The biggest benefit is reduction of fingerprints. A close second is the smoothness of which your finger glides across the screen. Glare reduction comes in a distant third.

Sent from my NookColor via the XDA app.
[Nook Color Accessories] supersoulfly:
Just put mine on. Looks fine. Glare is down a bit. No more fingerprints. Much better to touch and swipe on. Glad I have it on.

Tip I used for application: I turned the shower on and steamed up the bathroom and applied it in there. The steamed room will keep any dust from getting on the screen. I got zero bubbles on my screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] cnuckols1:
Yeah the antiglare is well worth the $15 just for the smoothness and smudge reduction.

Sent from my Nook color using the xda app.
[Nook Color Accessories] gmanvbva:
I'm a little disappointed in the bn anti-glare. It's ok but i think it significantly decreases the crisp details of the NookColor.

I ordered a custom Bodyguardz. I've used all of the skin providers (bse, invisibleshield, bodyguardz, etc...

I like bodyguardz the best. Ill post back once I receive it.
[Nook Color Accessories] Cuppeerr:
I bought the anti glare from barnes ne noble and they work pretty nice
[Nook Color Accessories] hoodoomagic:
I just put on the bn anti glare and I'm a little bit on the fence about it. It doesn't feel sticky like some other screen protectors and hasn't affected the sensitivity of the screen, it also does a great job preventing fingerprints. But I had to turn up the brightness by a good amount after (from 10% to 20% indoors).

Also bright white backgrounds look like a shimmery mess, and you do lose some screen clarity, I usually don't bother with screen protectors but the Nook screen is the worst fingerprint magnet I have ever used.

I'm going to give myself a week or so to decide if I'm willing to give up screen clarity for no fingerprints, or have a clear screen that needs to be frequently wiped down.
[Nook Color Accessories] rainmakerrc:
B&N also has clear screen protectors. Those are what I decided on, as I wanted protection for the screen from scratches, fingerprints, oil, etc., but not the loss of clarity or brilliance that comes with many anti-glare screens.
[Nook Color Accessories] noodles12:
How is it reading in sunlight with the clear protector?

I was going to get anti-glare for the oil and fingerprint protection w/ added sun protection but am wary of the loss in clarity and colors mentioned previously by another user. If it's not too bad in sunlight there's really no point in getting anti-glare.
[Nook Color Accessories] supersoulfly:
There is a noticeable loss of clarity with the anti-glare screens. But the benefits outweigh the negatives in my opinion. Not having to constantly clean it, the smooth touch, less glare (more helpful than I first thought).
[Nook Color Accessories] tunwear:
I have an antiglare protector. Slightly less glare, much less fingerprints. If you scratch it, get another protector instead of sending the nook in for a new screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] rainmakerrc:
Honestly, I haven't tried it out in the sun enough to give a qualified opinion. I usually use my NC inside. My guess would be that the glare with the clear protector would be the same as the glare of an unprotected screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] 911jason:
Thank you for posting this... It sounds just like my experience with the matte finish screen protector I had installed on my iPod Touch and on my HTC Aria phone.

Love the way the finger glides across the surface and doesn't leave fingerprints everywhere, but I couldn't stand the loss in quality of the display. I ended up taking both of mine off.

After reading the first 10 or so posts in this thread, I was thinking of maybe trying another one on my Nook, but your post saved me the $16 by reminding me of my previous experience almost to the letter.
[Nook Color Accessories] natoe33:
I might be mistaken, but I was pretty sure the NC has an anti-glare screen...

Sent from my Nook Color.
[Nook Color Accessories] GoochyPuppy:
You can find sub $5 iPad protectors for 2 on EBay and cut the to size. I should edit this w a link.

They eliminate more glare than Nook official, but scratch a bit easier ... capacitive screens work best w/hard touch protectors instead of rubbery soft ones.

Sent from my Nook Color thanks to the contributors at XDA forums.
[Nook Color Accessories] JF-WS6:
I put them on both mine and my wifes, and its really helps out with the finger prints.
[Nook Color Accessories] gmanvbva:
I received my custom bodyguardz last week and applied one. I am very happy with the results. The clarity is much better than the antiglare screen and reduces the fingerprints very well.

And my dimensions fit the screen perfectly.
[Nook Color Accessories] lafester:
just got back from b&n with a new cover and anti glare screen protectors.

i must say i am very happy with them. no bubbles, easy to apply and look just fine to me. fingerprints are no longer an issue :)

$16 for two really isn't a bad deal + the microfiber cloth is actually pretty nice.

now i have a spare when i wear this one out.

i would say if you are leery of anti glare at least check out the clear ones.

just wish my cover had a pocket to put the damn cloth in.
[Nook Color Accessories] dhoshman:
I tried the anti-glare screen protectors but I prefer my invisishield. Its a little bit more expensive but imo its worth it.
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
have you noticed the same decrease in fingerprints and nicer glide as the others with their anti-glare screen? Also, under light, would you say there is more or same amount of glare? Ive read that some ppl noticed MORE glare with the clear than naked.
[Nook Color Accessories] rainmakerrc:
It has very much reduced fingerprints (which are easily removable with the included microfiber cloth) and provided extra glide versus the naked screen. Glare seems the same to me compared to the naked screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
if i can get more input on the same lvl of glare status, i will go pick one up!
[Nook Color Accessories] infinityPlusOne:
I just got mine put on and I love it! I've been using the naked screen for the past month and the finger prints were driving me insane. Especially when watching movies on it in some dark scenes, those pesky smudges drove me nuts.

Also, it really does glide much better which helps with my SlideIT typing.

Sent from my NookColor!
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
did you get the anti-glare or clear screen?
[Nook Color Accessories] Stevr:
I installed the BN anti-glare screen and I like it, reduces fingerprints and slides easily. I didn't notice any reduction in sensitivity. One thing that I didn't like was that the size of the protector was smaller than the glass size - would have liked a better fit especially since it is not a 3rd party accessory. It was quite easy to remove bubbles with the hard plastic protector.

I will use these for now...
[Nook Color Accessories] akimario:
Totally agree. It appears to have reduced sensitivity especially on corner and edges.

Worth buying though just for the anti-glare and protection.
[Nook Color Accessories] Slack3r:
I just got back from my store and realized I bought the clear instead of anti-glare...

I don't really care about the anti-glare properties, but how are the clear ones? The main thing that I care about is how easily your fingers will slide on it, since I have a problem with most stock touch screens and my sweaty fingers :p

If they're just like the stock screen then I'll just return them and get the anti-glare ones.
[Nook Color Accessories] ColoradoPhoney:
I have the BN anti-glareand am happy with it. Put it on straight out of the box. I have yet to use it outside, but i'd say the improvement is marginal. It's a compromise as too much of an anti-glare would impact image quality too much.

I can say it is smooth as silk and resonsive except for the extreme corners being a bit of a pain.

The stick screen was just WAY too glossy for me to even try it without some sort of anti-glare.
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
i think people have said that it glides better than stock. if you do decide to use the clear ones, let me know how they are and whether or not the glare is worse or the same as before
[Nook Color Accessories] Slack3r:
Well I decided to keep the clear protectors... it went on without any issues, but it doesn't really help with my fingers much :(

In terms of the effect though, the screen is just as glossy as before, with no real noticeable effect besides fingerprints being less visible. Anyone wanna trade their extra anti-glare for my extra clear? :p
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
Maybe you have to use it for a while before it starts to glide? Keep us updated

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[Nook Color Accessories] Cap18k:
Ive been using the clear screen protectors for a while now and am pretty happy with them. I definitely find the fingerprints come off easier and the fingers definitely slide alot better as well. Glare was never really an issue for me without the protector and I don't notice a difference either way with the clear.
[Nook Color Accessories] al2x:
I used the Barnes & Noble protectors from Best Buy, it comes with a pack of two but the first one went on completely perfect without a single bubble or slanted on the screen. The fingerprints DEFINITELY show up a lot, but its much much much more glidey-er than the standard glass. Even with sweaty hands they still slide nicely.
[Nook Color Accessories] k4str0:
I'm using the anti glare protector from Barnes and Noble. Compared to stock your fingers glide very nicely. I noticed that the stock screen is rather sticky but the protector resolved this problem. The biggest improvement with the anti glare protector is the massive reduction and near elimination of fingerprints. The drawback is that you lose a very small amount of brightness but that is a non issue.

Here are some installation tips if you install it yourself:

I applied the protector using a spray bottle filled with water and a drop of baby wash, although a drop of dishwashing liquid works as well. First, I washed my hands well. Then I sprayed the Nook with a fine mist and cleaned it using a soft cloth (checking at an angle to make sure most dust particles and fingerprints were removed). Cleaned the screen using the included micro fiber cloth to remove the last bit of dust and smears. Moistened the screen and my fingertips with the spray. Moistened the protector (adhesive side) as I pulled the backing off. Laid protector on screen and centered it. Wrapped credit card with microfiber and squeegeed out water, dabbing up water with soft cloth.

When the protector is fully squeegeed it still moves all over the place so its important to set you Nook aside overnight for it to dry. Once dry, it doesn't budge.

Although the price is steep, I would buy this protector again in a heartbeat. Oh and another thing is that it comes with 2 protectors incase you mess it up or have another Nook to protect. :)

Edit: This does reduce glare but doesn't eliminate it. Outdoor reading is improved but brightness must be set high or even full for optimum readability.
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
i thought the B&N screen protectors were water free?
[Nook Color Accessories] k4str0:
Yes. The directions don't specify to use a solution. However, I've installed screen protectors on every device I own using this method for a super clean install. Dry installs are hard and the protectors are expensive. From my experience putting the anti glare screen protector on the Nook, I could only recommend a wet install.

Sent from my rooted Nook Color using the XDA app.
[Nook Color Accessories] OB1J3D1:
I got the anti-glare screen protectors from B&N. I put it on straight away so I can't say how it compares to naked. Although, pretty much all screens look and perform better naked and just go unprotected... I like the anti-glare one fine.

I did mess the first one up with dust or dog hair. The second went on with only a slight imperfection that I can live with. I have heard that if you buy in store, they will put them on for you. That way if they mess em up you get another package until it is right. Unfortunately, I got mine just before closing and they did not offer the service to me.

FYI...
[Nook Color Accessories] thedjo:
I put on anti-glare screen from Javoedge. Definitely missing the brightness of the naked screen, but i can slide easier and does not have to wipe the fingerprints every 10 mins! I really hate fingerprints so no question for me to get the anti-glare.
[Nook Color Accessories] azndoodle:
ebay screen protector

I bought the cheapest screen protector I can find on ebay and it works great. I bought an anti-glare version. It definitely solved my problem with NookColor doing random things because of the finger prints left on the screen. Now my NookColor only responds when I want it to.

I would definitely recommend to buy one; it doesn't even have to be expensive.
[Nook Color Accessories] kairun:
I'm tempted to get one from B&N but it's fairly pricey compared to what you can get off ebay. Is there a noticable jump in quality?
[Nook Color Accessories] Slack3r:
I think I'm just going to pick up a set of the anti-glare ones, it seems like a waste but I really can't stand the glossy version. So there's nobody who would do an even trade with me for their spare? :p
[Nook Color Accessories] Sabre22:
I got my installed when i bought my NC, it protects my screen when my kids are playing games on it. :) And it's pretty good when your reading outside.
[Nook Color Accessories] bonnettm:
Had the one from Best Buy installed, works great.
[Nook Color Accessories] SiL3nTKiLL:
im buying one tommorow, hopefully its worth it :)
[Nook Color Accessories] evilxenu:
I bought an anti-glare screen on Monday when B&N finally got them back in stock. A huuuge improvement. Fingerprint smudges are non-existent. The friction for slide-type keyboard apps is also a huge improvement.
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
whats wrong with the clear ones besides still being resistant to the glide?
[Nook Color Accessories] OneStepAhead:
I took my Nook Color back yesterday. Today, the screen protectors I ordered arrived.

It's a 3 pack, I bought this listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360331296720&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

If anyone wants them, PM me, I'll sell them for 25% off that I paid, so $4 total shipped. Thanks!
[Nook Color Accessories] jleong89:
edit: nevermind!
[Nook Color Accessories] skeeterpro:
Got the one from Best Buy also a while back. Very serviceable and easy to clean. Unit is in a case and protector keeps opposing flap/sleeve from scratching. Also applied skin from decalgirl. Looks great!
[Nook Color Accessories] holgalee:
I'm looking for a good screen protector that can reduce glare, and so far it's a toss up between a Bodyguardz custom one and the B&N anti-glare one. Are the cheap, anti-glare ones from ebay any good? :D
[Nook Color Accessories] n8w:
I picked up a set from B&N yesterday...had the nook gal put mine on just to make sure it got done right, but it looked like it went on better then the crystal protectors on my dinc. It seems to cut the glare nice, and I definitely prefer the texture over the bare glass.
[Nook Color Accessories] nolook:
anyone want to split a anti glare b&n protector 2 pack?
[Nook Color Accessories] sci05:
clear screen protector?

Just wondering if anyone tried the B&N clear screen protector. I use to have the anti-glare protector on my phone and noticed the screen wasn't as vivid, almost pixely. Just curious. Anyone have pics of the anti glare on their nook, quite interrested in seeing what it looks like.
[Nook Color Accessories] Jemjemejeremy:
I would love that, only if you can get the original one and mail it to me. I'm in Singapore. =(
[Nook Color Accessories] nolook:
hmm dont think they ship to canada unfortunately
[Nook Color Accessories] fntms:
I got a cheap one along with a cheap case from ebay, and it was very bad compared to the orignal B&N, much too many bubbles...ended up discarding it and replacing with the original (second one from the pack, first one slightly messed up by my fault).
[Nook Color Accessories] holgalee:
Has anyone tried both the normal and the anti-glare screen protectors from B&N? Does the anti-glare one make the words/smaller images appear fuzzy or just a little less bright? I had a Steinheil anti-fingerprint matte screenprotector on my phone and it made me giddy after a while because of the fuzziness. I don't need glare to be entirely reduced, but some elimination will be good. I'm also considering Screenguardz as I read a review by an ipad user, as well as one on ebay sold by Citigeeks.
[Nook Color Accessories] NewZJ:
im using an antiglare from b&n. other than the size not completely filling the screen I am completely satisfied, still have the extra one that came in the pack of 2. the first one went on perfect. ill post pics in this post when I get a chance

edit, pics!
[Nook Color Accessories] shaxs:
Im using my Nook to watch videos. Will this make them look worse or will the reduction of glare help me not get distracted with seeing my own reflection? :)
[Nook Color Accessories] holgalee:
Thanks for all the replies! My nookcolor is with a relative in the US. I just bit the bullet and bought a case from ebay even though I was eyeing one from B&N too.

Can any kind souls sell me their spare, B&N brand screen protector? If so, please drop me a PM. I haven't quite decided on whether to get the clear or anti-glare one, but if you have one or both of them, do let me know! :D
[Nook Color Accessories] sci05:
I'm interested in buying anyones spare as well. pm me. I prefer to get a clear one.
[Nook Color Accessories] Jemjemejeremy:
Me too. If anybody has an extra anti-glare B&N original, I'll gladly pay for it. Shipping as well, of course.
[Nook Color Accessories] Divine_Madcat:
I have a Steinheil Anti glare on my Incredible, and just picked up the B&N Anti glare, adnt eh B&N is not nearly as bad in terms of the blurring. There is maybe the slightest, but compared to the other, it is great. but i will also say the cut down glare and smudging more than makes up for any lost clarity..
[Nook Color Accessories] azndoodle:
BN vs ebay screen protectors

I have two NC and one of them uses the regular screen protector from BN and the other one uses a matted screen protector I bought from Ebay. They both serve the same purpose and do the job well. I suggest if you don't want finger prints on your screen, the matted version does a good job (in making the screen look clean). While the regular one from BN leaves slight finger prints and can be noticeable after awhile.

In my case, without a screen protector, my NC would collect fingerprints all over and cause ghosting (random response from the touchscreen; like it's got a mind of its own). After the screen protectors, it solved the problem and now works like it should.

The matted version does provide anti-glare, and it works well. I don't think it will work in the extreme sunny condition condition, but well enough in the regular semi-bright outdoor lighting.
[Nook Color Accessories] nolook:
^could you post a link to your ebay matte screen protector? thanks
[Nook Color Accessories] darinf:
BTW, I bought those too and tried to apply them three times. Each time, I could not even pull the backing off partially without tons of dust sticking to the adhesive. Since the material is really thin, any little speck of dust causes a permanent air bubble. I am not sure if these can be "washed" and then re-applied, but there was no way I could get it applied. Maybe if I was in an industrial "clean room" I could do it.

I think the material is just too thin and flimsy.

To their credit, they did offer me a full refund.
[Nook Color Accessories] FrayAdjacent:
I've never considered a screen protector until I got the Nook. MAN does this thing pick up finger smudges!