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[Vibrant Themes and Apps] ritalin:
So I talked to mmelo76 the admin on our forum about the missing FlipFont thread.

It seems as though there was a removal request "Copyright infringement takedown received".

In truth I was wondering if this was going to happen to this thread as there were tons of users posting up PAID fonts. This is a no no, and most of you know that.

We should be able to start another FlipFont thread and keep it active so long as we are posting open source or free use fonts. As you can see, it looks like one bad font will get the entire thread removed. I do think thats a bit overkill, but I also understand not wanting to police a thread for all the possible infringements.

So its up to us to keep the thread open by following the rules.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] acjames:
The entire thread was removed? Interesting.....i wouldnt contribute to a new thread. Why waste the time if one person adds a paid font and then the entire thread is deleted again......
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] creator2456:
Taking the whole thread down is overkill. It is just as easy to edit/delete the offending post as it is to clear a thread.
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] evolarius:
I agree, but i can also understand why the whole thread was taken down. it had grown quite large, and unless someone assumes the role of moderator for just one thread (which is a bit much IMHO), then catching this each time would be quite difficult... thus the deletion of the whole thread, and not just the offending posts...

wow... i just noticed that ive been on xda for 4 yrs, and im still just a "member".... guess i just dont say much...
[Vibrant Themes and Apps] s15274n:
I nominate acjames, homes posted a LOT of good fonts, haha.

Can anyone confirm that is the reason it was removed? If so, is it too late to have the thread brought back with the bad posts removed?

I mean, when someone posts warez on here, the mods usually just delete the post and point out the violation. To my knowledge, this thread just vanished. Not very good modding in my opinion. There seem to be the extremes on here with mods, really good, and really bad/absent mods.
[Nook Color Accessories] HotShotAzn:
I haven't put one on mine (yet). I have a case that does cover the screen, but who knows something will slide in between and rub up against the screen.

That being said, who HASN'T put on a screen protector and doesn't plan to? I'm kind of against them because not only do I struggle with putting them on, I always find some imperfections (which drives me bonkers).
[Nook Color Accessories] Caesarg:
Just got mine two days ago. Rooted it. Loaded apps. Lovin it and finally, to get to your question, no I have not and don't plan on getting one. Never use them on phones so I don't plan on starting. I really don't think they are needed and I also think they degrade the screen performance. I could be wrong but JMO.
[Nook Color Accessories] ironcrotch:
I haven't put one on, have thought about it but since I got my case haven't found the need. I just give it a good wipe of my microfiber cloth once in a while.
[Nook Color Accessories] MkFly:
I bought some, but putting it on became quite a hassle. I touched the sticky side of one putting a nice fingerprint on it (arg), and I can NEVER get all of the dust / air-bubbles out, so it ends up just driving me nuts.

I ended up trashing them.
[Nook Color Accessories] rainmakerrc:
If you buy the screen protectors at a B&N store, they will install for you at no extra charge. Plus you get a microfiber cloth. I haven't noticed any degrade in screen performance.
[Nook Color Accessories] swest6602:
I put the anti-glare screen protector on the day I got my NC. I've been happy with it and the anti-glare version goes on incrediblincredibly easy as it's a bit thicker than the regular kind. Just thought I'd share for those of you who want one but hate putting them on.
[Nook Color Accessories] msid:
I did the exact same thing.
[Nook Color Accessories] spikey911:
I did not have one on mine as I plan on trying to exchange it again, but I bought a screen protector for a laptop from $5 Below and cut it to fit..

Works nicely :)
[Nook Color Accessories] HotShotAzn:
While I know B&N would put one on for me, I have other things to spend the $15 (or so) dollars on. Plus there's no guarantee the person there will install it to meet my OCDness.
[Nook Color Accessories] Buff McBigstuff:
I haven't and i don't plan to.

Sent from my nook COLOR.
[Nook Color Accessories] likearaptor:
Same here, I put mine on about 15 minutes after opening it. Haven't had any problems. I used the water/baby shampoo spray with it that came with my BodyGaurdz for my phone and it went on without any problems. Within 20 minutes all the water was gone and the protector wasn't even noticeable
[Nook Color Accessories] techboydino:
I feel that Im pretty good at putting them on. I use the dry install type like Realook for all my phones and the B&N anti glare for the NC. This is what I do if you ever want to give it a try. Make sure everything is laid out and ready. Turns fans off if your room has one, close windows, etc..

Wash your hands throughly, important that all oil comes off

Spray the air with some sort of cleaner. My favorite is Monster Cable LCD TV cleaner

Clean the device with cleaner and microfiber cloth

Spray air again around your area you are working, wait a few secs for it to fall from air

Remove a very small portion of the backing enough to line up the entire bottom edge of protector

with protector lined up, use a credit card or squeegee to push protector on while backing automatically comes off all the way up.

this leaves minimal bubble and works for me almost every single time. your hands really never touch any sticky side and when you slide the squeegee up it automatically removes the backing for you. I have yet to trash a protector and have to get another. if you have dust, then carefully pull back and use a toothpick to get the dust particle off and reapply. Hope this helps someone. :D
[Nook Color Accessories] ictguy78:
I second that OCDness!
[Nook Color Accessories] samster786:
i bought this tablet over other comparable android tabs (gtab, archos, etc) due to its beautiful screen. no way im putting a screen protector over it. i use one on my phone, but only because it travels in my pocket.
[Nook Color Accessories] t140568:
I bought the anti-glare protector from B&N. I used a microfiber cloth thing that came with this windshield cleaning kit I got for Christmas to clean the screen and went over it a few times with the supplied cloth to remove dust. I was able to apply the protector without trapping a single air bubble, piece of lint, fingerprint or anything else. While it hasn't done much for reducing glare, it has helped tremendously with fingerprint grease and in reducing the friction between my finger and the screen.

Sent from my NookColor via the XDA app.
[Nook Color Accessories] gtriever:
This sums up my experience as well. It's worth it just for the fingerprint protection.
[Nook Color Accessories] wmadan:
I have learned that going in the bathroom, turning on the shower and allowing the steam to take the dust out of the air is the only way to ensure that there are no air bubbles.

I also have nearby some scotch tape so that if there is a speck of dust or lint, I can apply the tap to the sticky side of the screen protector without getting my fingerprints all over it.
[Nook Color Accessories] MkFly:
Thanks, I think I might have to have another go at it. :)
[Nook Color Accessories] rswain64:
Been naked on 4 previous smart phones. Currently naked on DroidX, Viewsonic Gtab and Nook color. Haven't had any problems with any of the devices.
[Nook Color Accessories] cruxx:
My phones i usually put one on there because i put it in and out of pocket but Nook color is also naked for me besides a Hard case snap cover I got off eBay.
[Nook Color Accessories] samster786:
care to share which case u got? im looking for something similar to what you describe....
[Nook Color Accessories] greenmky:
I found the scotch tape tip and it helped me a lot. I managed to re-apply mine with a minimal amount of issues and no bubbles after about an hour of cleaning it with water, scotch tape for dust, etc.

The bathroom shower tip is good though (I'll try that next time).
[Nook Color Accessories] :
I have 2 that I have gotten off there.

On ebay do a search for CCKD2-04476-BLK (item 180598792467) I love it. Has a few pockets for credit cards but I just keep a library card in there (our library supports ebook rentals for free) and put business cards in the others. Nice hard case but this one has a nice kind of carbonfiberish look to it and the snap is simple and keeps the nook secure inside with straps.

The other one I have found was Leather Case Cover Jacket (item 130468410643) which was my first case but I got it before xmas for about $12. It looks like he jacked it up a bit. This isn't a hard case but has a tough exterior. Basically it is like wallet material. Sturdy but not hard like there is wood or something behind the material. The case is a really nice case and it has a little loop which holds my stylus so I can sketch while riding the train to work but the downside to it is that strap snaps in the back which I just find a little annoying and it is a little hard to strap down until the case gets worn in a little [takes about a week].

Definitely the carbon fiberish one is my favorite out of the two. Especially for $12 and the guy/gal ships super fast. I got it about 3 days later after ordering which was nice. That one is a hard case.
[Nook Color Accessories] greenmky:
Here's the carbon fiber style case on amazon:

Black

http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-Car...YFS4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1294207583&sr=8-1

White:

http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-Car...6?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1294207678&sr=1-6

(one review, this guy didn't like it much)
[Nook Color Accessories] :
The white one I'd have to imagine would get dirty very very easily. Luckily, mine I didn't have those issues so much but I could understand getting an odd case. I have had plenty of those off of ebay before for my phones and been dissatisfied.
[Nook Color Accessories] kfanciu:
I left mine bare for the first week even though I got the b&n protectors with the NC for xmas because I have a protector on my Evo and don't like how it makes the screen look less clear. I decided to go ahead and put one on today because the smudges, finger oil and glare are pretty bad. I'm pleased so far.... much less glare, finger slides very smoothly and with the wipe that came with the protector, all existing oil came off. I find it doesn't detract from screen crispness like the Evo one does.
[Nook Color Accessories] devis:
I didn't use one for a month then I got one at BN. But I put it on myself... that "nook smart" pin they wear in no indication of any actual knowledge...

Sent from my NookColor
[Nook Color Accessories] mtl171:
Nah. Don't plan on putting one on. Case covers the screen do wont be getting any accidental scratches. Plus dont like the feel of screen protectors
[Nook Color Accessories] k8108:
Just my two cents worth:

There are always a lot of opinions on the screen protector/no screen protector issue. I've seen this issue bashed around ever since I started with my palm back in '02. (I am SO old!!!!)

Same arguments, same pros and cons. Yada, yada.

I am of the 'use a screen protector' camp. here's why:

I don't use a screen protector to protect my screen from scratches. Nowadays the screens are pretty advanced and don't scratch very easily, if at all.

but I am a heavy user of my gadgets. And without a screen protector, all that stuff that accumulates on my fingers - oils, food, etc. etc. - ends up on my screens. It is harder to get that stuff off the screen without a screen protector than with one IMHO.

My kids also use my gadgets, so we have a lot more of the stuff accumulating on my screens.

For cleaning my screens I prefer a quick swipe with my shirt sleeve or pant leg to do the trick - and it won't do it as well or as fast without a screen protector on the screen. On my unprotected screens it just leaves smudges and streaks and takes a bit more polishing to get it clean. With a screen protector on, all the debris is swept clean in just a swipe or two.

I did use a NC for a couple of days before putting on the one I bought at B&N. I liked the feel, but again, it was hard to keep the screen clean. I don't notice any difference at all in viewing the screen with the screen protector on versus off, other than it really does cut down on the glare. I can even use it outside and see pretty well.

Putting on the B&N screen protector was a pretty easy process. The air bubbles all worked themselves out and I am really pleased with it. I even had to pull it off a time or two to get it positioned right and it didn't leave those marks on the screen protector like some of the cheap ones get.

Someone will post after me and de-bunk my arguments, but I posted them anyway in case someone else will benefit.
[Nook Color Accessories] ClarkSt:
I haven't and never do. It makes the screens less sensitive, in my experience, and I just don't like the tactile feeling. Pus the bubbles that appear and all that. I do carry a soft piece of cloth in my pocket to clean my glasses, singlasses, cellphone, and Color Nook. Rooted. :)
[Nook Color Accessories] nicbennett:
I'm not using one, haven't had any problems except for smudges. I use a case that covers the screen when not in use, so I'm not too worried about it.
[Nook Color Accessories] M0RDECAI:
I put the screen protector on my wifes nook but held off on putting it on my own. Reason being is that her screen looks "grainy" now to me and is not as crisp as it was without the protector.

It may have just been my clumbsy installation though because I did place it and remove it a few times before I got out all the bubbles.

But other than cutting down on "finger grease" the "protector" isn't needed. It'd take a whole lot of neglect to mess up the glass on the nook color. I prefer my electronics au natural.

That's my .02 any way.
[Nook Color Accessories] art.in.memphis:
I don't use them on my phone and I see no need yet to use one on the nookColor.
[Nook Color Accessories] cabbieBot:
this for sure.
[Nook Color Accessories] markiejones:
A couple of questions about this

1. I live near a bunch of B&N's - will they apply it for you even if you didn't buy the nook itself there?

2. For those that have had this done - do they do a great job at this (thorough cleaning first, then perfect application)?

3. Is there any real benefit besided the fingerprint grease - does it "feel" better? I find the finger grease is basically invisible once you turn it on (and I give mine a wipe-down every couple of days with microfiber and a drop or two of aqua)?

I'm generally an "au natural" guy myself but if it looks the same (or better) and feels better, then well, maybe I'll grab one.
[Nook Color Accessories] bobzdar:
I didn't bother with a screen protector - it's gorilla glass so tough to scratch. Glare isn't really an issue, whatever coating they put on it appears to work. I have a case for it, so it's not like my phone that just sits in my pocket. I just don't see much reason for a protector unless I decide to start rubbing sand on it, there's not much to protect it from at this point. It'll have fingerprints on it one way or another, easy enough to clean off and they won't damage the screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] infinityPlusOne:
Can you provide a link that says it is made of Gorilla Glass? I'm having a hard time finding any real proof that it is indeed Gorilla Glass on there.

I ended up just buying a B&N Anti-Glare SP (and a Industriell Easel Cover too). Pretty hard to find any accessories locally in Winnipeg.
[Nook Color Accessories] rainmakerrc:
Yes, they will install the screen protector even if you didn't buy the Nook there. the associate who installed mine did a nice job - thorough cleaning first, and he got the protector on without any bubbles. I definitely think the feel of the screen is better post install - much smoother IMO versus the unprotected screen.
[Nook Color Accessories] markiejones:
If its not gorilla glass (which it probably isn't) its still pretty tough and hiqual

Sent from my Nookcolor
[Nook Color Accessories] Hest88:
Be warned that this is not always the case. I just sent my husband to the Emeryville, CA store to buy and have them install a new anti-glare, and not only did my husband have to have the guy do it four times (resulting in a bubbleless but abraded in two places protector), but the guy also managed to damage the 2nd protector so it's all scratched up. (My husband thinks he was using it to scrape the bubbles from the 2nd one.) I'm trying to decide if I want to trek back over there tomorrow to have them replace my damaged 2nd one or just chalk it up to a bad experience and hope ZAGG makes an anti-glare version soon so I can buy THAT and have it installed locally.
[Nook Color Accessories] peiziyu:
I would highly recommend that you go back and speak with a manager. The stores I've gone to have essentially guaranteed their work... if they botch it, they'll open up a new pack and swap the botched one out. This is true of two stores in two different areas, and a lot of other people have reported similar experiences on this forum (see the thread in particular about the anti-glare protector)
[Nook Color Accessories] theHAGGIS:
Waiting for a little bit to see if Steinheil to make one.
[Nook Color Accessories] Hest88:
Yeah, I was unhappy enough so my husband decided, for the sake of marital harmony (;)) to go back. It was the same guy at the Nook counter, though, and was obviously new, so my husband felt sorry enough for him to just have him give us a new pack as a replacement instead of speaking to his manager. I thought about bringing it all up to the El Cerrito store but instead installed a new protector that evening using that steamy bathroom trick someone else posted about.
[Nook Color Accessories] lazinase:
I just bought the clear one from my local B&N then applied it myself in the cell culture hood that is located in my laboratory. I'm glad that I could apply the 2nd one perfectly...
[Nook Color Accessories] priyank_bolia:
As nook screen guard is not available in India, I bought the Samsung Galaxy Tab screen guard for 10$ and cut it to fit the nook screen. I don't see any decrease in touch sensitivity, also the screen guard attracts much less fingerprints and easy to clean than the nook screen.

I would say its better to spend money on a good screen guard.
[Nook Color Accessories] spikey911:
Well, I did not put a protector on my newest Nook.

I have only had this one a little over a week and decided to clean the screen and put my homemade screen protector on.

As i cleaned the screen with a microfiber cloth and my hot breath I noticed there was wear marks on the unlock portion of the glass.

It appears to me that there may be some sort of coating on the glass.

If you use your hot breath on the glass after you clean it you will probably notice where your fingers are starting to wear smooth spots on the glass. Not really noticeable except for when you do this.

I would suggest a screen protector for everyone.
[Nook Color Accessories] runhopskipjump:
I haven't put one on yet but I plan on buying a ipad matte screen protector from Phovedevil and cutting it in half to fit. I love phonedevil matte screen protectors. I have them on my iPhone 3gs and 4. Also $23 is not bad for 2 ipad screen protectors of high quality. I have yet to notice any scratches or wear marks on either device and make glare a thing of the past.

Nook Color+Rooted+OC@1ghz+Nookie+Contributed$=Awesome
[Nook Color Accessories] riffrafff:
Meh. Screen protectors are an abomination and an affront against God.

Viva au naturale!

:D
[Nook Color Accessories] yossarian229:
Viva la smudges!
[Nook Color Accessories] riffrafff:
Pshaw. That's why God created micro-fiber clothes.
[Nook Color Accessories] conan1600:
I've had my nook since the first day of release. I have never put a screen protector on my lil gem. I do notice a butt load of finger prints when its off though :P. I clean daily with a microfiber cloth and windex. Think everyone is a lil too gentle with these things. I have no scratches or wear marks on her.

And i do use her a lot. Bout 5 hours or so daily. Reading, music, surfing, youtube and whatnot.
[Nook Color Accessories] spikey911:
You won't say that when your watching your youtube through a big scratch on the screen :D
[Nook Color Accessories] nootered:
I do not, and will not be putting one on.

I am careful with the device, and provided it is in it's case the likelihood of it being scratched is slim to nil.

I work for a camera company and we get Microfiber cloths out the wazoo, so I just use them to clean it when it gets funky.
[Nook Color Accessories] huCarlisle1:
I've put on a lot of screen protectors in my day, and the anti glare one for the NOOKcolor is by far the easiest I've ever seen to apply. I actually like it so much I resized my extra and put it on my DroidX
[Nook Color Accessories] fatfishycell:
I run all my devices naked except for my psp but the protector on that makes the colors fuzz. So I'm normally inclined to not use one but since the switch to glass and all the swiping going on , I think I'll put a screen protector on my color nook. I don't know if i have high grip fingers but I can't swipe with the front i have to use my the corner of my finger by my nail to get movement, also the scree that I'm supposed to be reading thru is full of finger prints so it will cut down on that.

I did ask if they would apply the screen protector in the store and the lady, whom I prob wouldn't want applying it anyways, was like no not really, then proceeded to tell me how she messed up her screen protector at home due to cat hair and was upset about it and had to do it again, not helping her cause. It's only worth 15$ to me if they install it cuz then if they mess it up the gotta replace it, if I mess it up, pretty sure they gonna give me funny looks if i try and return it. Also they had none in stock only for the nook1, even tho online said they had them...

Maybe I'll check at another b&n if there are any near me close by
[Nook Color Accessories] MaXKiLLz:
The best screen protector, in my opinion, is the Boxwave Crystal. It is 100% transparent and feels better than the naked surface. I've been using one on my Droid for a while now. I dropped my Droid on asphault and it landed face down on a small rock. The boxwave sustained some damage but the glass was intact. I have one on an old Dell pda that's been sitting in a hot garage for at least 4 years now and it hasn't peeled or bubbled at all. I also use the hot shower trick to install them. Works every time.
[Nook Color Accessories] DroidHam:
When i bought mine used it had one, i took it off, it was trash. i keep mine in its case when moving around, and my work has tons of lens/monitor cleaners around here so I just use those, i dont see the need for one
[Nook Color Accessories] dennis-:
i never use them on any of my devices. mainly because i suck at putting them on and end up get all kinds of angry and give up and i wont pay someone to put one on. i just keep the nook in its case when im not using it and have no scratches. i dont see how people scratch these things unless their being careless. its not meant to be thrown around or sat on or carried in your pocket like a phone