Is a screen protector really necessary?

[BoingoBongo]

I've tried the Invisible Shield, but didn't like it, so I've been using the anti-glare protectors instead. It just seems like they get dirty after a while and I always end up botching a couple of them if I try to do a replacement.

Does the iPhone really need a screen protector, or is it durable enough to use without one?

[Warbrain]

It's relatively durable but mine has a few scratches from a previous owner and I've seen some 3Gs already have scratches. I think it's essential.

[ismoker]

well, i think puting transparent covers over iPhone is just same as we put sheets over our mattress..just to keep it clean for longer time..

[uiop.]

Yes, very necessary. I regret not having one on, as I have two scratches on the glass of my iPhone 3G.

[justinreclicks]

you can replace lcd protector whenever, as many time as you want.
it's not going to be so easy to replace iPhone glass as the protector.

[Ferris23]

With the correct size screw driver it actually isn't that hard to swap out the Iphone 3g's glass so if it bothers you that much look into it. I put a screen protector on the second I remove the device from the box.

I am extremely picky about keeping my screens in mint condition (naturally after I post this I'll probably drop my phone and shatter my screen), so I think that a screen protector is a given. Crystal films are not even noticeable, I mean why not??

I use a Power Support Anti-Glare as it does wonders for finger smudges.

[Nicolecat]

In the jumble that is my purse...There are any number of things that could scratch it.

Granted, I bought the sena slim pouch to help for that very reason.
However, for the two days that I was testing out a silicon cover...I tossed a nail file into my bag without thinking twice (I forgot it wasn't in the sleeve). I didn't even think about it scratching my phone until I got to work 10 min. later. Then in a scramble to make sure it didn't hurt it...I found it to have scratched just the screen protective sticker. Hallelujah!

I am so glad that I put one one...because in my super crazy life, there are so many "unknowns"

Hope that helped. :D

[equlizer]

i have a thick plastic one on my screen and thank god! A few days ago i had my iphone in my pocket (which i never do) and it fell out and i tried grabbing it with keys in my hand as well and made a nice large scratch (on the protector)

I got them off ebay, $3 for a pack of 3 inc shipping.

[BoingoBongo]

I use a Power Support Anti-Glare as it does wonders for finger smudges.

These are what I've been using and they are pretty great. However, mine had some kind of defect so I was trying to replace it and ended up messing all of the others up while doing so. Once dust gets on the sticky side, it's over. :(

But I guess in the end, I would much rather buy another $15 pack of screen protectors than deal with a permanently damaged screen.

[Ferris23]

Dust removes really easy from these. Take a piece a tape and put it on the screen to lift, then have another piece of scotch tape ready to just place on the dust speck. I do this all the time when I install these and it works great. What is the defect on yours?

[equlizer]

The best time to put on a screen protector is when you or your other gets out of the shower. The moisture in the air pics up 90% of the dust particles in the air. Mine went on without a hitch. I even took it back of once to re-align it with no probs.

[BoingoBongo]

The shower thing sounds like a good idea.

The "defect" was that one corner got crinkled and didn't look right. Totally my fault. I didn't even think of using tape to remove dust. D'oh!

Oh well. There's a fresh new protector on my phone and I've still got 4 left. :D

It's really interesting to hear what everyone else is doing with their screens. Lots of good ideas.

[TwinCities Dan]

Better safe than sorry... ;)

[selena12321]

It's not necessary but up to you how u use. If u r using very roughly then it's necessary to keep safe and clean. We know iphone is reliable but nothing is ther e which can't be damage anyhow so, in my view any type of protector whatever u like should be apply there.

[jbode]

Although you don't need it and it seems to work better without it, I like to keep my iphone safe and clean especially the screen.

[craigverse]

It's something simple you can do that you can't tell it's there that will keep it nice and clean and you know... protect it. Necessary? No. Smart? Yes!

[stanfordtechman]

i think it is not bad idea to have some kind of protection on screen w/ spending about 20~ 30 dollars.... just dont be silly..

[BoingoBongo]

The DLO Anti-Glare shields from Best Buy seem to be really good. Plus there's 5 in a pack for less than $20.

I do feel better knowing that the phone is protected, especially if I accidentally put it in the same pocket as some keys or something.

[CocoaPuffs]

The DLO Anti-Glare shields from Best Buy seem to be really good. Plus there's 5 in a pack for less than $20.

I do feel better knowing that the phone is protected, especially if I accidentally put it in the same pocket as some keys or something.
Pain in the ass to put it on though. I would really clean the phone first and try to set it on in a place with little dust. Key is to do it right the first time, or you'll be wasting them if you're a perfectionist like myself.

[Nicolecat]

Pain in the ass to put it on though. I would really clean the phone first and try to set it on in a place with little dust. Key is to do it right the first time, or you'll be wasting them if you're a perfectionist like myself.

I was so lucky...I was my genius's last customer and he put it on for me. :D

[BoingoBongo]

It is a pain to put on, but I found that if I put it on while the phone is in its case (a Griffin Nu Form), and use the squeegee that came with the IS, it's quite a bit easier. The case helps to align it straight and the squeegee easily eliminates air bubbles and whatnot.