Do I need to apply a screen protector on my iPhone 5?

raptorstv · Nov 24, 2012, 05:45 PM

I've been thinking about applying a screen protector for my iphone or just leave the phone naked.. What do u guys think?

Spink10 · Nov 24, 2012, 05:48 PM

I went naked. I consider myself careful. Several scratches on screen. None on the back case.

Givmeabrek · Nov 24, 2012, 05:50 PM

If you don't like scratches cover it. If you don't mind a few scratches leave it naked. Your choice.

motty2307 · Nov 24, 2012, 05:57 PM

I didn't want to get a case that would cover up my iPhone so I went with a full body Wrapsol. Scratch protection is what I'm concerned with and it does the job.

lovetamarav · Nov 24, 2012, 06:13 PM

I prefer a screen protector. I never pay attention to where I throw my phone so I would rather be safe with a good protector.

grapes911 · Nov 24, 2012, 06:16 PM

You don't need a screen protector. You may get the ocasional scratch but you probably won't notice unless you really start looking for them. Some people feel more confortable with a screen protector but there is no guarantee you won't get scratches even with one. IMO they are expensive and not worth it. I don't like the way they feel either. So no, you absolutely do not need a screen protector. If it makes you feel more conformable and you like extra little protection they give, then by all means get one. I'll never argue with someone over peace of mind.

ctc799 · Nov 24, 2012, 06:31 PM

I always go with a screen protector. Everything I do on my phone requires the screen, so I like it as flawless as possible!

PNutts · Nov 24, 2012, 07:30 PM

You have good advice in this thread and I'll add that I go with a matt screen protector to reduce reflections.

chrislaw · Nov 24, 2012, 07:35 PM

I don't even notice the screen protector... it has never hindered me in anyway whatsoever. Then when I sell my iPhone to cover the complete cost of my new upgrade I can say "iPhone for sale, no scratches"

daneoni · 01:03 PM

I did and boy am i glad i did. There are three scratches on my screen protector which would've been on my actual phone if i went naked.

Ih8reno · Nov 24, 2012, 08:37 PM

Always have had screen protectors on my phone, just like to protect my investment.

Minhimalism · Nov 24, 2012, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daneoni

I did and boy am i glad i did. There are to three scratches on my screen protector which would've been on my actual phone if i went naked.

You also have to remember the protector is plastic which scratches a lot easier than glass.. unless you have the Pure or Glas.t, haha.

indiekicks · Nov 24, 2012, 11:34 PM

I'm very glad I got one, would hate for the actual screen of my phone to get smudged or scratched in any way.

swervinsuburban · Nov 25, 2012, 12:10 AM

Just put on a wet apply screen guard for the first time, seems more durable then the dry and less prone to scratches and fingerprints I would suggest one I use to have a dry one on my 4 but took it off and went naked but that phone is so scratched and dented its almost not reselable

verity · Nov 25, 2012, 12:28 AM

I'm glad I went with a protector. I saw the first small scratch on one edge of the bodyguards pure glass after just a week of use. If you're unsure about screen protectors making touch response worse, go all out and get a glass one - feels awesome. I got a replacement phone, and just cleaned the new screen, lifted the Pure from the old phone, laid it down on the new phone, and was good to go.

defender · Nov 25, 2012, 12:51 AM

Screen protectors effect your experience. They change the look of the screen and touch isn't as responsive, especially at the sides. Best leave it uncovered and let the glass do its job!

Applejuiced · Nov 25, 2012, 01:48 AM

You dont need a screen protector but I always put them on my iphones to feel a little more comfortable with added protection.
They're dirt cheap on ebay and once on I can barely tell they're on.
I had a long scratch on my old iphone 4S and glad I had the screen protector on. Took it off, installed another one and screen was still perfect.

dba415 · Nov 25, 2012, 02:42 AM

I like the way a matte screen protector feels so I put them on anyway

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daneoni · Nov 25, 2012, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minhimalism

You also have to remember the protector is plastic which scratches a lot easier than glass.. unless you have the Pure or Glas.t, haha.

True. But still don't want to put my eggs in one basket.

scorpio1973 · Nov 25, 2012, 01:20 PM

I have used the Power Support Anti Glare since my 3GS. I love that there are no fingerprints and it protects my phone from scratches.

YungMoola94 · Nov 25, 2012, 01:22 PM

Am I the only one who knows about gorilla glass 2? It's scratch resistant and has amazing drop protection.

Bankaimadness · Nov 25, 2012, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YungMoola94

Am I the only one who knows about gorilla glass 2? It's scratch resistant and has amazing drop protection.

This.

I just know that the Iphone 5 screen uses a variant that is lke gorilla glass 2.

greenchiliman · Nov 25, 2012, 10:16 PM

I use Spigen protector on my 5 and don't notice any issue with response or impact to picture quality. I had a matte finish on my 4S and liked it too.

Minhimalism · Nov 25, 2012, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenchiliman

I use Spigen protector on my 5 and don't notice any issue with response or impact to picture quality. I had a matte finish on my 4S and liked it too.

I had an ultra oleophobic spigen on mine and had to ditch it because it squeaks. also the matte ones feel great, look bad :/ no compromise.. naked screen ftw

RichardC300 · Nov 25, 2012, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YungMoola94

Am I the only one who knows about gorilla glass 2? It's scratch resistant and has amazing drop protection.

Where can I buy that screen protector?

Nov 24, 2012, 05:45 PM	#1
raptorstv Banned Join Date: Mar 2011	Do I need to apply a screen protector on my iPhone 5? I've been thinking about applying a screen protector for my iphone or just leave the phone naked.. What do u guys think?
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Nov 24, 2012, 05:57 PM	#4
motty2307 macrumors regular Join Date: Feb 2010	I didn't want to get a case that would cover up my iPhone so I went with a full body Wrapsol. Scratch protection is what I'm concerned with and it does the job. __________________ White/Silver iPhone 5 32GB WiFi Retina iPad 16GB
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Nov 24, 2012, 06:16 PM	#6
grapes911 Demi-God (Moderator) Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Citizens Bank Park	You don't need a screen protector. You may get the ocasional scratch but you probably won't notice unless you really start looking for them. Some people feel more confortable with a screen protector but there is no guarantee you won't get scratches even with one. IMO they are expensive and not worth it. I don't like the way they feel either. So no, you absolutely do not need a screen protector. If it makes you feel more conformable and you like extra little protection they give, then by all means get one. I'll never argue with someone over peace of mind. __________________ twitter
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Nov 24, 2012, 07:30 PM	#8
PNutts macrumors 68030 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest, US	You have good advice in this thread and I'll add that I go with a matt screen protector to reduce reflections. __________________ Texting driver gets 3-year prison term Texting driver crashes and kills two, injures 38 Show this to your friends and family to help them choose to not text and drive
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Nov 24, 2012, 07:35 PM	#9
chrislaw macrumors 6502a Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: central ohio	I don't even notice the screen protector... it has never hindered me in anyway whatsoever. Then when I sell my iPhone to cover the complete cost of my new upgrade I can say "iPhone for sale, no scratches" __________________ 21.5" iMac-8gb RAM-1tb HD 13" Macbook Pro-8gb RAM-750gb HD 32gb White iPhone 5 Twitter - @ceegeelawrence Instagram - @ceegeelawrence
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Nov 24, 2012, 05:48 PM	#2
Spink10 macrumors 68020 Join Date: Nov 2011	I went naked. I consider myself careful. Several scratches on screen. None on the back case.
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Nov 24, 2012, 05:50 PM	#3
Givmeabrek macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NY	If you don't like scratches cover it. If you don't mind a few scratches leave it naked. Your choice.
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Nov 24, 2012, 06:13 PM	#5
lovetamarav macrumors member Join Date: Feb 2011	I prefer a screen protector. I never pay attention to where I throw my phone so I would rather be safe with a good protector.
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Nov 24, 2012, 06:31 PM	#7
ctc799 macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: USA	I always go with a screen protector. Everything I do on my phone requires the screen, so I like it as flawless as possible!
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Nov 24, 2012, 07:43 PM	#10
daneoni macrumors G3 Join Date: Mar 2006	I did and boy am i glad i did. There are three scratches on my screen protector which would've been on my actual phone if i went naked. __________________ 15" MBP Core i7 \| 27" ACD \| AEBS \| 5G iPod \| iPhone 5 \| 3G Apple TV \| iPad mini Last edited by daneoni; Nov 25, 2012 at 01:03 PM.
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Nov 24, 2012, 08:37 PM	#11
Ih8reno macrumors regular Join Date: Aug 2012	Always have had screen protectors on my phone, just like to protect my investment.
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Nov 24, 2012, 11:34 PM	#13
indiekicks macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012	I'm very glad I got one, would hate for the actual screen of my phone to get smudged or scratched in any way.
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Nov 25, 2012, 12:10 AM	#14
swervinsuburban macrumors regular Join Date: Nov 2012	Just put on a wet apply screen guard for the first time, seems more durable then the dry and less prone to scratches and fingerprints I would suggest one I use to have a dry one on my 4 but took it off and went naked but that phone is so scratched and dented its almost not reselable
	0

Nov 25, 2012, 12:28 AM	#15
verity macrumors member Join Date: Aug 2007	I'm glad I went with a protector. I saw the first small scratch on one edge of the bodyguards pure glass after just a week of use. If you're unsure about screen protectors making touch response worse, go all out and get a glass one - feels awesome. I got a replacement phone, and just cleaned the new screen, lifted the Pure from the old phone, laid it down on the new phone, and was good to go.
	0

Nov 25, 2012, 12:51 AM	#16
defender macrumors member Join Date: Dec 2006	Screen protectors effect your experience. They change the look of the screen and touch isn't as responsive, especially at the sides. Best leave it uncovered and let the glass do its job! __________________ Giant Chicken
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Nov 25, 2012, 01:48 AM	#17
Applejuiced macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: At the iPhone hacks section.	You dont need a screen protector but I always put them on my iphones to feel a little more comfortable with added protection. They're dirt cheap on ebay and once on I can barely tell they're on. I had a long scratch on my old iphone 4S and glad I had the screen protector on. Took it off, installed another one and screen was still perfect.
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Nov 25, 2012, 02:42 AM	#18
dba415 macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jun 2011	I like the way a matte screen protector feels so I put them on anyway Sent from my SGH-i917 using Board Express
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Nov 25, 2012, 01:20 PM	#20
scorpio1973 macrumors 6502 Join Date: Aug 2009	I have used the Power Support Anti Glare since my 3GS. I love that there are no fingerprints and it protects my phone from scratches.
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Nov 25, 2012, 01:22 PM	#21
YungMoola94 macrumors regular Join Date: Jun 2010	Am I the only one who knows about gorilla glass 2? It's scratch resistant and has amazing drop protection.
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Nov 25, 2012, 10:16 PM	#23
greenchiliman macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Chicago	I use Spigen protector on my 5 and don't notice any issue with response or impact to picture quality. I had a matte finish on my 4S and liked it too.
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