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[Nook Color Accessories] niknook:
I like to carry my devices naked, but you definitely have to be more careful. I used screen protectors when I first had touchscreen devices (10 years ago), but they get old. For phones, I usually find that the minor scratches don't bother me, as the screens are fairly small and I take careful care of them, but these bigger screens on the tablets make me more nervous. I have a very very minor scratch on my iPad screen (a friend put it face down on a table that apparently had some dirt on it), but even that has not convinced me to cover the nook. If you're careful, and realize that you may get some minor scratches even being careful, then I think naked is the way to go. Now for my sister...she needs a screen protector (although they are a pain to put on for her - she has me do it). For her, I usually use the cheapest anti-glare ones that I can find (ebay) as they always get scratched up no matter what I buy.
[Nook Color Accessories] dcontrol:
I'm waiting for realook to make one.
[Nook Color Accessories] Canadoc:
I like my Nook like i like my women......

Completely naked and covered in my fingerprints!!!!!
[Nook Color Accessories] Illusive Man:
I have never had any luck with screen protectors (even on phones). I always have air bubble under the screen that I can't get rid of. I refuse to drive myself bonkers with trying to put one on my Nook Color. Just bought the SOHO case that covers the screen when close.
[Nook Color Accessories] Tschumi:
Using it naked...and loving it!
[Nook Color Accessories] OB1J3D1:
I am generally of the use a screen protector variation. Although, I did not use one on my droid 1 nor do I have one on my Galaxy S phone. But, they both have gorilla glass.

I do have the anti-glare on my NC. Although I would enjoy it naked, I am a bit too paranoid to run it without some protection.
[Nook Color Accessories] ii Candor ii:
That's only good until the investigation starts.
[Nook Color Accessories] discourse:
I don't have one. If I used it with a stylus, I would have. With fingers I don't see the need really.
[Nook Color Accessories] cj1896:
I'm not going to. The only reason I use one on my phone is that it goes in my pocket with keys and pens and lots of other stuff. Not to mention I am more likely to drop it on concrete or asphalt which is not likely to happen with a device that never really leaves my house.
[Nook Color Accessories] Anoxymoron:
I never understood screen protectors. What's the point in "protecting" something if you aren't ever going to touch or use the thing its protecting? Its like those ugly leather covers people put on their front bumpers. Just another thing you think you need so people can make a profit.

Makes no sense man. That being said, i used one on my iphone but ended up taking it off yesterday. So screw screen films.

Sent from mah Nook
[Nook Color Accessories] DizzyDen:
I don't have one... don't plan on having one... haven't ever used one on any touch screen that didn't effect sensitivity.
[Nook Color Accessories] :
I think I'm pretty much in agreement, but I could see certain environments in which using a screen protector would be beneficial.
[Nook Color Accessories] VitaZora:
Don't plan on putting one on either.

I have a few capacitive touchscreen devices and none have screen protectors.

But I do have screen protectors on the touchscreens of my laptops.
[Nook Color Accessories] nchopp:
I don't have one on mine (or my Evo). I put them on my Palm Pre, but that screen got scratched up pretty easily. The Nook (and Evo) don't seem to.
[Nook Color Accessories] Double C:
No screen on my nook, but I'm going to try the rain-x trick I read about somewhere...
[Nook Color Accessories] lycwolf:
I don't have one, but I want to get an anti-glare protector since I use it in bright areas. Just haven't done it yet, and haven't really used it much since I'm waiting on a good rom.
[Nook Color Accessories] macboat:
I never put cover on any of my screens.:D
[Nook Color Accessories] puddinpaws:
Screen Protector

I just had my wife put one on mine after I bought her a nook color and screen protector (sold as 2 pack)

I've had my NC since it came out and it has some deep scratches on the screen, so I would recommend. My iPhone and iPod touch, I never had and it was fine.. go figure. :eek:
[Nook Color Accessories] aaps:
I haven't and I don't plan to put one on.
[Nook Color Accessories] funcrusher:
I wasn't going to, but I was having problems with ghost touches -- put on the B&N anti-glare and haven't had any problems since. Plus, your fingers glide so much easier.
[Nook Color Accessories] time pilot aka:
I just canceled my invisibleShield order. I like it on my Droid, but I realized after reading this thread that it's kind of overkill. I've got a case for my Nook, and it's not like it'll be riding in a pocket with my keys. Going to try one of the anti-glare protectors, I like the idea of B&N installing it at the store because I am generally terrible at doing it bubble-free myself.
[Nook Color Accessories] evilPERSOn2009:
Got a $3 anti-glare screen protector from ebay. Wet it a little and they apply on the screen. It is bubble-less and works great. No more oily smudges. Works the same.;)
[Nook Color Accessories] Contra1971:
don't use one and never will
[Nook Color Accessories] modembug:
Does not feel as good with one on... had to say it!
[Nook Color Accessories] adnilasor:
Don't have one on my nook or DroidX.
[Nook Color Accessories] flyboypr:
i bought one but haven't used it. My case covers screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] pwlorraine:
I think I'm going to use one. I used one for a while on my iphone and hated it - my step daughter had one on her iphone that was very good - no bubbles.

My experience so far is that the nook color screen shows fingerprints much more than my iphone does - or ipads that I've played with. Apple uses an oleophobic coating that keeps fingerprints down - at least when new. The nook surface also feels somewhat "sticky" when I drag my finger vs a samsung tab or ipad where the screen feels almost frictionless. I *think* I'll at least try a screen cover to see if I prefer the look and feel.

Peter
[Nook Color Accessories] Kayak83:
I bought the B&N ones over the weekend and ended up trashing them. For the life me of, I couldn't get either on without hair or lint or dust underneath. I tried over and over again but no luck. Once the screen is on, it GREATLY increases the appearance of artifacts under the protector. I also wasn't sold that the (minor) anti-glare benefits outweighed the degradation in sharpness. I'm not even going to bother trying to return them.

I did clean the screen before and was as careful as could be. I used some water after a while to get it on, and while it reduced bubbles, I still couldn't get stuck on lint, etc off the sticky side of the protector.
[Nook Color Accessories] snives:
In a lot of cases they actually improve screen performance by giving it a smoother/slicker feel. The glass they use is designed primarily for durability and clarity, not comfort.
[Nook Color Accessories] Kayak83:
I should note that the screen felt much smoother/ slippier/less resistant with the protector on.
[Nook Color Accessories] time pilot aka:
I just bought one of the "official" anti-glare protectors from a B&N store last night. They won't install it for you, I discovered.

Borked the install on my first attempt and got it almost 100% perfect on my second try. Just one piece of lint under the protector that makes it bubble out. I like the texture the protector adds but honestly I liked the glass better, and it seems less responsive now. If it doesn't add any significant glare reduction while watching movies, I'm going to ditch it.

I always have hated the texture of the invisibleshield on my milestone, weird rubbery feel.
[Nook Color Accessories] SamdungSpambot:
prefer naked nookie here...but gotta wipe those finger prints...
[Nook Color Accessories] Thirtybird:
definitely sans-screen protector. They never let my finger slide as easily on the nekkid glass...
[Nook Color Accessories] sc37:
Opposite for me...my finger kinda skids on the glass when I'm making long swiping movements. I didn't get an anti-glare though, just a regular clear protector off of eBay which didn't affect screen quality at all.
[Nook Color Accessories] r340wildcard:
Having used my fair share of screen protectors (BestSkinsEver on Blackberries, PhantomSkinz/InvisibleShield on Pre, Boxwave/SGP on Evo, and now the BN.com anti-glare on my Nook), here are some general installation tips (note that the static application methods are far superior IMHO to the liquid based ones):

1. Do it in your bathroom. Turn the shower on and get the room decently steamy (but not too much!). Wipe down the screen with a microfiber cloth and use an air duster to make sure any random dust/lint particles are gone.

2. Get a roll of scotch tape. Lay down about 3-4 pieces sticky side up, stuck together like a raft. This is your "oh my god I totally screwed up that application" tool, like if you dropped the screen sticky side down or a gust of lint particles happens to get into the gap right before your press down.

3. Tear off another piece, fold it around to double side it, and slip it around your finger. Repeat for other index finger. This is your "application" tool that you can use to touch the exterior of the screen protector (which keeps your grubby hands off the sticky side!).

4. Using the tape on your index fingers, line up the screen protector (with the backing removed) with where you want it to go. If you're awesome, you just finished with no air bubbles / lint! Good job! Unfortunately, this is pretty much never going to be perfect the first time around.

5. At this point, you probably have a few bubbles around. ID the ones that aren't because of lint/dust. For these, I use a soft plastic card (like a best buy / cvs rewards card) on top of my microfiber cloth to push out the bubbles.

6. Now to tackle the lint/dist. Using a piece of scotch tape, lift up the sides/corners of the areas that need some loving. Use a piece of tape wrapped around your finger to dab at the lint/dust spots that you see. Keep the air duster / cloth handy in case some pieces fall down onto the screen. Rinse/repeat. If you ever screw up so badly that you feel like you should start over, pull the whole thing off and use the scotch tape raft you made to clean off the whole sticky side.

7. Stop being so OCD and enjoy your protected device!

That being said, the BN anti-glare isn't as good as an SGP anti-glare, but it's better than the random ones I tried from eBay.
[Nook Color Accessories] treodoc:
No screen protector for me although I may look for a cheap one on eBay.
[Nook Color Accessories] :
Went naked for a while, bought an anti-glare, no contest. The protector is worth it. No prints, easier to slide.
[Nook Color Accessories] initial_k:
Which screen protector is the best?
[Nook Color Accessories] Divine_Madcat:
B&N Anti Glare (aka, Matte) by far. Doesn't hurt screen sharpeness, and really keeps down smudging and even phantom touches. $16 may be a bit pricey, but you might be able to sell your spare for $8 to people on the forum...
[Nook Color Accessories] initial_k:
Has anybody use the screen from ebay?

Thinking of going cheap, 16 is a lot of money.
[Nook Color Accessories] virx14:
IMO there is no point in putting screen protectors on glass screen. Tried a few on iPhone hated them all. Not even thinking to buy one for nook.
[Nook Color Accessories] Divine_Madcat:
I got mine, not to totally "protect" it, but to reduce the glare and fingerprints, and it is AMAZING..
[Nook Color Accessories] al4d:
I found it much easier to apply the screen protector to the NC than to any device I've ever had. Maybe it's because its a larger area. It usually takes me 45 minutes to put a screen protector (perfectly) on my EVO and I usually trash 1 or 2 protectors in the process.

With the NC it went on the first time I tried. No dust, no air bubbles, beautiful.

I never let my screens go outside naked.
[Nook Color Accessories] d00med:
Thinking about trying a $2 anti glare screen protector from Amazon (not allowed to link to it here). Mainly for fingerprints. I tried Rain-X, but it didn't work too well for me. I also always end up getting a decent scratch on my touch screens, even though I baby my devices.
[Nook Color Accessories] funcrusher:
I agree!

I love mine too.
[Nook Color Accessories] Talesin_BatBat:
I don't bother with screen protectors since my DS. Haven't managed to scratch my Razr, G1, G2, or any other glass-fronted device.. then again, I'm ridiculously careful to make sure if I'm wearing rings that they never touch the glass, that the device doesn't go into a pocket with anything harder than a receipt in it, and that I don't set anything down on top of it even 'just for a second'.

Only time I get any kind of difficulty sliding on the glass is playing games like PewPew or AirAssault for more than twenty or thirty minutes at a time... only up side to a screen protector might be a slightly more 'paperlike' feel if you're using a stylus.

Oh, and I'm not using a carrying case, slipcover or anything like that.

Really don't understand how people can scratch up their devices, taking even basic precautions. Don't let the dog chew on it, don't hand it to anyone in the single-digit age bracket under any circumstances, don't stuff it into a pocket with your keys or loose change, be aware of what's on your hands and where they are.
[Nook Color Accessories] FrayAdjacent:
I wasn't considering one, since every touchscreen phone I've had, and the Archos101 I had wiped fingerprints off very easily.

The Nook Color seems to want to hold on to finger oils and not let go!

I'm definitely going to have to look into a protector for that reason alone. Glare here in the office is pretty bad with the glossy screen, but the finger smudges bug the crap out of me.
[Nook Color Accessories] netscorer:
I would also recommend to put the screen ptotector on your Nook. Mine went naked for the first month and it was a fingermark fest. I was leery of paying $18 for B&N one but found a great alternative at Amazon. Search for ishoppingdeals nook screen protector. They sell 2 for $8 with free Prime shipping. I can attest that these are great protectors. They fit like a glove, easy to install as long as you take care of dust (do it inyour bathroom after taking morning shower), and they drastically reduced the glare. My Nook is now somewhat usable outside while before any direct light would blind the screen. I also found it easier to navigate the screen with this screen protector, as it is easy to glide with just enough stickiness.
[Nook Color Accessories] mariel9898:
After reading so many bad reviews about screen protectors I decided to without but my screens were getting too smudgy. I bought the ones from B&N, cleaned the screen first with a little bit of rubbing alcohol and had no problem putting it on. I don't feel any loss of sensitivity. So easy, why so many complaints I thought. Such a good experience that I decided to put one on my Droid 2 Global.

What a disaster! Good thing the package came with three, I used all of them. I used the same technique with the rubbing alcohol, pushing it down slowly, etc. I spent several hours and let loose many swear words at the thing. Third time was the charm. If that had not worked the Droid would be naked.
[Nook Color Accessories] Nburnes:
I put one of the the two from the Crazyondigital pack. Went on easy with no hassle, stopped literally every fingerprint smudge and made it seem like its easier to slide finger across.
[Nook Color Accessories] deadbot1:
I just tore mine off. I used a writeright one for iPad. I suffered a noticeable loss of sensitivity. I might have a unique problem here, as I use the same type on my Eris with no problems.

I wiped down tonight with RainX wipes and that seems to help a lot with smudges. There are still a few there...but way less noticeable for some reason. Can't see them in anything but really bright light. Screen feels silky smooth as well.
[Nook Color Accessories] jsl262:
uck

b & n screen protector sucks
[Nook Color Accessories] msgnyc:
no screen protector. I see no point honestly. I already have it in a case. Just close the flap = screen protector =P

Now if i could find a nice matte finish screen protector I might actually put one on tho.

The NC definitely is a fingerprint magnet.
[Nook Color Accessories] al2x:
Took a hot shower, steamed up my bathroom, ripped open the B&N screen protectors, used only the first one. 100% the best job I've ever done on a screen protector on a device.

Zero air bubbles, nearly perfect alignment. Nobody that has seen my nook has believed me that there was a screen protector on there. Really awesome, and since I put it on when I first got my nook Whenever I decide to resell/shelf this badboy one day it'll be in mint condition.
[Nook Color Accessories] Canadoc:
did it affect sharpness or color of screen?
[Nook Color Accessories] Divine_Madcat:
Wow.. thank you for such a useful first post. I mean, the detail into which you explain just why you are unhappy, or what alternatives your found to be better is just mind blowing. Truly, an asset to the community...........

/sarcasm
[Nook Color Accessories] lyam23:
Couldn't disagree more. The anti-glare screen protector reduces fingerprints, and improves touchscreen responsiveness and smoothness.
[Nook Color Accessories] tablo:
Tried to apply an anti glare screen protector that I bought from citigeeks on ebay. The price and quality of the screen protectors are good, but it was far from a perfect application. I ended up with 2 small air bubbles that I know are going to drive me crazy.

It's a very nerve racking process that requires the hand precision of a surgeon! >.<

I do like the texture of the screen better though.
[Nook Color Accessories] poolfish:
never tried to put on one, no need at all
[Nook Color Accessories] Nburnes:
I would say sharpness a tiny bit, but nothing super dramatic.
[Nook Color Accessories] geeksunny:
Improves touchscreen responsiveness? Really? I have a protector on my Droid and it seems worse than before I put it on.
[Nook Color Accessories] d00med:
Used the screen protector form one of the crazyondigital bundles. It was antiglare, with zero fingerprints. I did a horrible job of applying though. Couldn't get it on straight, so had to try a few times, and by that time, at was a bust.

It adds a lot to the screen's picture though. Makes it less sharp, and adds a sort of graininess to it, with a darker tint. I would have probably removed it in a short time anyway.
[Nook Color Accessories] lyam23:
Before I installed the BN anti-glare screen protector, my screen had a tacky texture. It seemed to grip my fingertips as I slid them across the screen. This same tackiness would also collect fingerprints like no other screen I've used. I've heard this is due to an anti-glare coating used on the screen. Anyway, over time, I found me screen would begin to behave erratically, likely due to moisture/oil accumulation as mentioned above.

After I installed the protector my fingertips glide effortlessly across the screen (like my Droid 1) and I have had not a single screen freakout.

The only downside has been a slight decrease (barely noticeable to me) in sharpness/clarity and a couple of dust motes stuck under the protector.
[Nook Color Accessories] byronczimmer:
I started off without a protector, but when in the B&N store verifying something else I started talking to the Nook Expert and got a chance to try her anti-glare protected Nook.

She installed it for me and was willing to go through a stack until she got it on properly with no blemishes underneath.

I have fairly oily skin and the fingerprint problem was just too much to bear. The AG screen protector has a good texture, hides the fingerprints well and and all of the strange double taps on the keyboardd are gone now.
[Nook Color Accessories] Evaders99:
I had a guy who didn't offer to put it on (the screen protector I bought at BN). He said it would be easy. So I went home to do it.

Well I cleaned it with the microfiber cloth. I thought I got it thoroughly cleaned, but when applying the screen protector it always left a little black fleck from the cloth that caused bubbles. Boo :(

Gotta find someone in the store willing to do it correctly, because I don't want to keep spending money to mess it up.
[Nook Color Accessories] tablo:
Same thing happened to me. A tiny dust particle got stuck underneath the protector. Not an easy task to put it on perfectly.
[Nook Color Accessories] Expatriotex:
I have 1 nook with a screen protector and 2 without. The screen protector annoys the heck out of me.
[Nook Color Accessories] kruuth:
What's the best anti-glare protector? I need to get someone to maybe put it on for me, my hands shake. The one that I got from crazyondigital looks like it was made for a kindle or something.
[Nook Color Accessories] kirbfucius:
I received my ZAGG Invisishield from Amazon today. I'll give the shower trick a shot to get the dust out of the air before attempting it. I had an invisishield on my ipod touch and while it did give a different tactile feel to it, I didn't find it obtrusive to use or very obscuring to the screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] WobbleTheHutt:
not planning on putting one on mine, i have a hard slip case for it, I can't stand screen protectors as i always find some hair or spec of dust under it and i cant stop staring at it!
[Nook Color Accessories] bodyman:
I got one on my wife's nookie and mine also. I also have ZAGG's on our phone (bought the 3 pack special at best buy and cut to fit. Which wasn't much bigger than my hd2)

I do autobody work, so my hands get real crappy real fast. So, I use a screen protector on anything that I am going to touch.

Putting it on my Nookie was great and fast and no problems, just did it at the kitchen table with kids breathing the dust away, I also bought a blankie for my Nook and between the two, I think that I should be fine.
[Nook Color Accessories] tablo:
LOL I got a great visual from this sentence.
[Nook Color Accessories] AstarteSV:
Granted that they actually know how to put one on... We had a customer that wanted a bookseller to install their protector for them, but no one felt comfortable doing it. So they pulled me out from the back (receiving manager) to install it, luckily I nailed it the first time, lol, guy even tried to tip me.

Just watch some youtube vids on installing the covers, it's not really hard at all, just make sure to align the top (or bottom) completely before you peel off the plastic part (the piece that the cover is stuck to before you install it.)
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marcon10:
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please have msn will b easy
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] w98seeng:
What version of Android are you running?

Did you read all the posts on that thread, there is a lot of information there.

Ian
[Galaxy S I9000 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] schiphol:
I agree you could have easily found this in the threat. Type *#1234# and it will tell you which froyo version you have. If you are still on Eclair (JM1-9) you don't need the CF-root flash.