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[Captivate Accessories] musashi32:
I use screen protector but not an actual case for my phone. I didn't put on because i want to resell later. I put it on because I keep putting it in the same pocket as my keys :( and I don't want to see scratches
[Captivate Accessories] bravomail:
same here - keys in the pocket. Back is badly scratched though.
[Captivate Accessories] Fife3951:
I did for a while but kept getting annoyed with the corners starting to peel. Been going without for over a year... still no scratches.... and it looks a ton better. I do make sure to keep it by itself or only with chap stick in my pocket.
[Captivate Accessories] nicoli_k:
I keep a pocket dedicated to just my phone, but I still roll with a screen protector. Even though I've been safe, I've still dropped my phone and got scratches on the protector and I'm glad I was able to just replace it rather than the screen. I have an extended battery so a case doesn't fit on the phone so a screen protector is as much protection as I can have while still using the huge battery.

If my next phone has gorilla glass I might not use one, but for now my phone just seems naked without it.
[Captivate Accessories] 23rdstreet:
I bought a privacy screen protector for my Captivate. When viewed from an angle the screen's display appears blacked-out. It reduced the brightness of the screen considerably & though it was matte [eliminating glare from the sun], it was generally just harder to see.

I used it for less than a week. eh...

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[Captivate Accessories] betsuni:
I use a screen protector after my screen got a 5mm hairline scratch a week after buying it. Didn't want more scratches and thankfully my brother-in-law knew how to put on wet application protectors. Since then I've learned how to put them on and all my devices have protectors on them.
[Captivate Accessories] sansaman:
Most definitely. I have a titanium ring, so it scratches the mofo out of the screen. I already have one nice gash on it.
[Captivate Accessories] pradeep7986:
I am using screen protector...... better to be safe than sorry.. :)
[Captivate Accessories] MagicArc:
I stopped using a screen protector about 6 months ago. A few minor scratches but the phone is almost 2 years old and i'm going to replace it soon...no need to buy a new one.
[Captivate Accessories] xchrisknightx:
Why not use them? I get 10 at a time on eBay for 3 or 4 dollars. I change mine every month and my screen stays looking great.

sent from my cappy running latest cm9 nightly and devil kernel
[Captivate Accessories] fermata_:
I used to use screen protectors but now that I don't have one, I do not find them very useful. The colours look better without one, and is more visually appealing. I tried to get one with anti-glare/fingerprint, but it made the screen look all gross (whites became rainbows). Unless that protector was just a bad one, I don't know if I'll put one back onto this phone.
[Captivate Accessories] vdupham:
I never use this protector screen because My phone already have Gorilla Glass ... hihihi
[Captivate Accessories] iosmonster:
I thought the same thing and then I scratched my screen but wats good is that the scratches are barely visible
[Captivate Accessories] :
Had mine off for a week and my screen is covered in scratches! and I am so careful with it too, it does not go into my pocket with keys, or change or anything. I really have no idea how it got so scratched... bought a nice bunch of screen protectors from ebay and you cant see the scratches anymore.

ps. I think my cat attacks my phone when it rings on the table or floor...
[Captivate Accessories] Hai Karate:
Gorilla Glass definitely scratches. My Captivate (which I acquired second-hand) has a couple of deep scratches in it.
[Captivate Accessories] jpcdeux:
Those are usually crap. Quality protectors will actually make it look better. Don't use $1 for 10 protectors.
[Captivate Accessories] eternityends:
I've always had a screen protector on the phone. It shows smudges real bad, and can look bad if the brightness is turned down. Otherwise it hasn't been too noticeable
[Captivate Accessories] master2828:
I used to do the same thing, then I paid for a good one, 1 year so far and its still good
[Captivate Accessories] laughingT:
I see that some users give up due to difficult installation, bubbles, etc.

I found installing easy, fast, and clean by following the guide here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1015394

using the technique from that thread, I get clean install on first try. it is a dry method, so no worries about moisture.
[Captivate Accessories] askpcguy:
I still say ghost armor is the best overall. Got the whole captivate done two years ago and it still looks new.
[Captivate Accessories] Reefermattness:
Peel that off and stick it on a white piece of paper. Let me know how clear it still is. They are also rubbery, and have a slight orange peel to them. Steinheil ftw.
[Captivate Accessories] Veight:
I use one. Actually, it's the same screen cover that the guy put on when I first got it. Looks great, but I do have a rubber case for it, and let me tell you, it doesn't really keep it that clean or safe as much as gives it more weight and feels better in your hand. I did lose the cover to my plugin though. I had a bad habit of opening and closing it all the time until it broke off. Heh.
[Captivate Accessories] optimusBS:
just scratched my gorilla glass lately after accidentally used it as a mug holder while reading the newspaper, looks like its weak with the ceramic mug, its unnoticeable though only with right light and angle you may see the scratch, i dont like using screen protector since whats the use of having a scratchfree touch if you are about to replace it later on, not unless you plan to resell it, the scratches are well worth the days you use it and the aesthetics of a shiny look to flaunt, the scratch is unnoticeable anyway, and it would have several scratches before it gets replace after 2 years or so, well worth it
[Captivate Accessories] micxploed:
Bull crap! Gorilla glass my ass people still end up scratching the screen some how.
[Captivate Accessories] Ravenmtx:
Scratch resistant is not the same as scratch proof.

I had the invisibleShield by ZAGG for a while on my screen. It felt a little rubbery and had an orange peel texture to it, but everything worked fine. In the end, there's nothing like the feel of the original smooth glass.
[Captivate Accessories] askpcguy:
Try ghost armor.
[Captivate Accessories] gevin_456:
I was get the screen protecor from ebay as u knw we do not need any protection, but when we using the ph we have lost the screen magnifiyng glass of britness,this is the reason what i was using
[Captivate Accessories] yu217171:
I currently use the skins from bestskins ever.com. I've had good experience with them for my captivate and all my other Apple products. My wife installs them and it looks to be relatively easy.
[Captivate Accessories] P1x44r:
I do not.

I got my phone used about 2 years ago for $200 and it already had minor scratches. It's not worth much these days anyhow to protect the screen. I do have body glove around the back, but that's only because it provides better grip and makes the phone thick enough to hold comfortably.
[Captivate Accessories] tonitron1:
i use an anti-glare screen prrotector that i got on ebay. 3 of them for like 1 dollar. i love the feel of anti-glare, and that i dont get blinded by reflections, but i have to admit the screen doesnt look as crisp as what it looked like without a screen protector.

but since i put it on so perfectly and have had it for almost 2 years and theres still no scratches on it, im not gonna take it off. ebay makes good screen protectors these days, no need to spend much on them.
[Captivate Accessories] dali007:
I have mine in an Otterbox Commuter, but didn't use the screen protector that came with it. I keep it wrapped in a microfiber cloth that I use for smudges, so it's pretty safe while in my pocket.
[Captivate Accessories] AtariBorn:
It all boils down to how much the phone is worth to you. I would much rather spend the ten bucks and know for sure than be the guy at the water cooler bragging about how I don't need a screen protector or crying because I'm out $600 because I just believed I didn't.
[Captivate Accessories] redeuxx:
I've had a scratch on my old Captivate. My new one is near perfect, but I still don't use a screen protector or a case. It's too sexy to put anything on it. I've gotten used to just having my phone in one pocket and nothing else.
[Captivate Accessories] fooldog01:
I use the ebay ones. Super smooth, crystal clear and absurdly cheap. I dont understand people saying "its gorilla glass. You dont need one" when there are people who actually have scratched screens in this very thread.

sent from my Captivate
[Captivate Accessories] flashman2002:
I use one and prefer to use one. I would rather have minor pits and scratches on a screen protector then the actual screen. Plus, if I sell the phone it will have a higher resale from a perfect screen.
[Captivate Accessories] mv1luv:
I've had alot of high end device's and have gone through alot of screen protectors before choosing my favorite. My personal fav is realook. Cheap and awesome quality much better than zagg and the other's try it u wont regret it.
[Captivate Accessories] shadow65781:
better safe than sorry
[Captivate Accessories] JBLogic:
I got some small scratches on the screen of my first captivate from just having it in my pocket by itself. a bunch of tiny marks a little smaller than the size of a dime. I was pissed when i noticed it.

Now I have a $1 screen protector off ebay that works great.
[Captivate Accessories] Mik3D23:
I used to use plain screen protectors.. but they just kept peeling, so I went to best buy to get a pre fitted lifetime warranty one.. hasn't scratched or come off yet, definitely worth it
[Captivate Accessories] mrpiggae:
Nothing beats Real Look, they fit perfect and are silky smooth. I use one of those along with the Body Glove case, looks great.

The screen will scratch, no matter what you think or how careful you are. Period.
[Captivate Accessories] Auridran:
My take on the matter:

No matter how careful I am, unless I buy 100 screen protectors or have access to a clean room, I'm never going to get a perfect install with no dust or imperfections underneath. I'd rather have my screen look great from day one and degrade over time instead of looking bad with a screen protector on there due to some dust caught underneath from day one and get worse with time from there.

I've had my Captivate for about two weeks now, and have accidentally put it in my pocket with coins, USB keys, and other things and the screen doesn't have a single scuff or scratch on it yet.
[Captivate Accessories] shaddix2:
I've never been able to put one on without a speck of dust underneath so i don't use em.
[Captivate Accessories] xThe Enforcer:
Hmn, guess it's all personal preference of course.

I have seen the videos testing the gorilla glass but even a friend of mine got a scratch on his and he is very careful with his electronics. Far from careless. Like that one person said, all it took was a penny in his pocket!

Guess if ya spend a few extra bucks in the long run it would be worth it. Same goes for a case.
[Captivate Accessories] MickeyCee:
I use them too, i can be clutsy so any extra protection for the screen is helpful.
[Captivate Accessories] movielover76:
Yes

I usually just pick up a cheap screen protector for my phone from amazon, the one I'm using is Luxmo, it's ok, it does seem to produce visable smudges much more than my iPhone screen protector did.

I use a screen protector because you can scratch any screen, no matter how resistant they call it, and my phone often winds up in my pocket with my keys when I'm not thinking, this way I don't have to worry about it, just rip off the screen protector and install a new one if I scratch it up.

Also as many have said, I normally sell my old phone on ebay when I upgrade, so I keep the phone in a good case with a screen protector at all times.

Except when I'm flashing of course, lol.
[Captivate Accessories] Garoto1973:
I used to not use them. I got an Otterbox case that came with a screen protector and I said what the heck I'll try it. It went on smoothly, only one bubble that went away within 2 days. I am leaving it on because I don't notice it's there. Otherwise I would have preferred to go without it.
[Captivate Accessories] 88EVGAFTW:
I use the ones sold by ATT. Perfectly smooth and 100% invisible. It's like I don't even have one on.
[Captivate Accessories] tahoeski:
I too use the AT&T ones. Easy to apply and very smooth. No drag. Paired with the body glove mirage case it is perfect for me. Still looks cool and adds the needed weight IMHO.
[Captivate Accessories] slvr00gt:
I got a bunch of cheap screen protectors from Ebay when I got the phone, but I could not put them on perfectly. I tried bunch of times, but phone always end up with tiny air bubbles or spec of dust. It annoyed me, so I am not using any now.
[Captivate Accessories] joeybear23:
wet application screen protectors can take 24 hours for all the small "bubbles" to go away on their own.
[Captivate Accessories] 88EVGAFTW:
I had barely visible scratches on my first 2 phones around the areas where my thumb made contact the most. I call BS on people saying ""its gorilla glass. You dont need one""
[Captivate Accessories] fezlopez:
You'd have to be an idiot to not use screen protectors. They are cheap and keep your cellphones value. Its the best investment you can make.

I'm dead serious.
[Captivate Accessories] Auridran:
And make your awesome OLED screen look like crap. I've never seen a screen protector install that I'd consider even half decent.
[Captivate Accessories] MikeyMike01:
I'll take 6 months of perfect, then 6 months of near perfect* over 1 year of ugly sticky mess.

*I'm still perfect, though. And I doubt that will change.
[Captivate Accessories] Auridran:
I'm glad someone else has the same opinion as me.
[Captivate Accessories] Reefermattness:
If you have not seen a screen protector you'd consider half decent, then you have not looked at very many screen protectors (maybe you didn't even notice you were looking at a GOOD screen protector. You cant see mine). I wouldn't put a screeny on mine if it changed the look of this beautiful screen. Many many people in this thread have suggested companies that make screenies that neither feel nor look different, not to mention that are cheap.

Try realook, $10 for 2. I BET if you order it, and install it PROPERLY, you will end up leaving it right where it is. If you're not willing to try a GOOD screen protector @ that price then you probably shouldn't tell people all screen protectors distort look, and are a sticky mess (no adhesive residue on realook and many many others...).
[Captivate Accessories] Auridran:
I have used Clarivue screen protectors on other devices, which are supposedly some of the best. While being amazing for screen protectors, they were still screen protectors. They didn't distort the look of my screen at all, but applying one without getting any dust or smudges underneath the protector was impossible without a clean room (the same as any other screen protector, unless you're incredibly lucky), and they took on fingerprints like a madman (even their anti-glare anti-fingerprint ones, which definitely do have an effect on the screen) compared to the screen itself.

Out of the 4 Clarivue protectors I had, I never got a perfect install either, and I took my time on every install. The best install I had had two small pieces of dust underneath.

So unless Clarivue screen protectors are highly overrated, or Realook screen protectors are something of a prodigy, I don't think my tune is going to change.

Also, by making your screen look like crap, I refer mostly to having things stuck underneath the screen protector. A speck of dust stuck underneath a screen protector would look far worse than a scratch only visible at certain angles in my humble opinion.

And just to clarify, if I could get a perfect install on a screen protector that doesn't affect screen sensitivity, screen clarity, or the feeling of the screen, I'd use it. But from my experience, perfect installs just don't happen. There's always a piece of dust or a teensie smudge that manages to get underneath.
[Captivate Accessories] vvaffles:
my gorilla glass actually cracked in the car because i left it in there overnight in the Canadian winter, so yeah.
[Captivate Accessories] Reefermattness:
I guess that is why I emphasized "installed properly".

I live in the desert, in New Mexico, there is no avoiding the dust, its everywhere, there is a layer of dust constantly in the air. I take a screen protector off and throw it away if it has hair/dust underneath it. Try a humid bathroom after running the shower a bit (not a steam room) and wash your hands. Its not rocket science, there are ghost armor stands all around the country that hire total retards to put screen protectors on and even they don't seem to have a problem doing it right in the middle of the mall at a kiosk.
[Captivate Accessories] csdibiase@gmail.com:
I've been a fan of the Zagg invisibleSHIELD for a long time across a number of devices. It's not the most crystal clear screen protector I've ever seen but I am a huge fan of the install once and forget about it aspect of it. I've not seen a scratch become permanent on one I've owned.

Personally I prefer a screen protector with an imperfection that I can replace to a permanent scratch on a screen that I can't replace. That is the personal preference decision that drives whether or not one installs a screen protector or a full body case on their device.
[Captivate Accessories] pontiac005:
I use Realook as well and have been very satisfied.
[Captivate Accessories] joeybear23:
I am a big advocate of screen protectors.

However, I took mine off to replace it a couple of days ago and looked at the screen without it on. Amazing! I never noticed the clarity of this screen before, or I just got accustomed to the filtered view through the protector.

Man, I think I am going to just be careful with my phone and run without a screen protector...
[Captivate Accessories] Auridran:
I don't blame you.
[Captivate Accessories] chesterdude87:
lol. incorrect sir. mine is scratched all to hell. i don't even know why. i make sure it's always in a pocket that has absolutely nothing in it. i noticed it when i had to hard jump mmy phone into download mode. might have been something on a desk i laid it on.

yeahhhh....captivates are cool and all. i mean they definitely have the body of the phone down, but we should seriously have seen a froyo update from samsung by now. also the phone's hardware has numerous issues. i'm excited about future encarnations and it was a good start but it's far from perfect.

as far as otterboxes go....why would you buy a super slim phone and make it twice as bulky right off the bat? live a little dangerously for pete sake. i got scratches. i aint even mad.
[Captivate Accessories] pizz0wn3d:
Anti-grease screen protectors > all other screen protectors

I can't stand having fingerprints all over my phone, especially when someone else uses it to make a call and they hand it back with face-grease all over it. And the matte texture on it kind of matches carbon-fiber finish on the battery cover.

Feels good man.
[Captivate Accessories] bknust:
For my money...

...nothing beats the Steinheil SGP screen protectors, regardless of the one/type you choose. I have the Anti Fingerprint protector on right now, and I absolutely love it!
[Captivate Accessories] bkeaver:
I absolutely agree with you. I love mine.
[Captivate Accessories] arsinic:
I hustled my at&t salesman to give me a free screen protector when I got my phone. Recently, I left my phone and my keys in the same pocket and scratched the protector up bad. Good thing I got that screen protector early!

Sent from my cognified captivate.
[Captivate Accessories] pc103:
ditto that. I posted earlier for the ebay generic, but it got worn, was tough to apply and needed trimming. The Stienheil I just got was practically self applying, a perfect fit and I'll take the matte filtered look over smudged gloss anytime.
[Captivate Accessories] MikeyMike01:
When I had the AT&T screen protector on, I had to wipe the screen every 5 seconds.

It was this disgusting oily rainbow thing going on. Lick your finger and put it on your LCD monitor and it'll happen.
[Captivate Accessories] agentfusion:
I do that all the time with my captivate, and I haven't had a single scratch yet.
[Captivate Accessories] Da Big Shoota:
I have been using a Zagg screen protector (I highly recommend them) until about a month ago when it just came off and at that point had crap stuck to it that I couldn't remove so I simply stopped using it feeling that the gorilla glass is more than fine at least for a short period of time as it has been, though I suggest using one there is no need and some of these scratch stories are strange I have mine in my pocket with keys all the time with no issues and honestly I don't think I'm lucky more like those who have gotten the scratches to be unlucky or treat their phones like crap and find a scratch not made from a penny but something else way more careless. One day I'll probably get a scratch but ohh well just be ready to accept that fact if you don't use one.
[Captivate Accessories] shiftylock:
When I first read this, I thought "ten... dollars...? @___O" Then I remembered my tilt2. Back when AT&T was gracious (aka never, but whatever.) they gave me a screen protector with my phone. I must say, even to this day my tilt2's screen is flawless, and I bought that 2 years ago. I almost want to go to AT&T and buy one, even if for the ability to make my phone less smudgy.
[Captivate Accessories] Merlin_reloaded:
$1.75 off eBay, came with three. They're holding up really well to my regime of abuse and wear,and other than requiring an occasional wipeoff, are really solid.
[Captivate Accessories] insaneturbo13:
dont blow me off as someone who doesnt take care of his things, i take pride in the objects that ive bought and am careful with everything i own, and dont call me a liar either, it makes you look like a jackass.
[Captivate Accessories] BlindSnipersInc:
This is my first smart phone and I'm totally anti apple ( android all the way).

As soon as I got the phone from at&t store I matched over to bestbuy where I bought a captivate package with a car charger, hard case, and screen protector. Taking no chances :D
[Captivate Accessories] sweepstakes:
Just installed Stealth Guards (like right then!).

Really cheap and I think its great (so far)

I, too, am very picky with these things :P

I've got a full shield on at the moment. This will be my first phone without a case.

Wish me luck.. lol
[Captivate Accessories] Natascha303:
anyone can gimme an advice for a protector without(!) the sensor hole and exact fitting on the length and width
[Captivate Accessories] iamamp3pimp:
actually....it does. i ave 2 captivates....both with screen scratches. a deep one that you can feel, and a few that you can see.
[Captivate Accessories] opcow:
You're probably one of those snobs who think this is tacky:
[Captivate Accessories] opcow:
Never used Clarivue. The Skinomi I had was a floppy, rubbery nightmare to install (not to mention the way it looked and felt). The Realook is fairly rigid so after cleaning my screen I just held it by the edges, peeled off the backing layer and dropped it into place, pushed out the bubbles and then peeled off to top layer. It was surprisingly easy.

Maybe I was lucky, but I have no dust or fingerprints and the fit is perfect.