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Best Screen Protectors?

Just got a new Mini, and I installed a Flolab nanoarmor screen protector straight out of the box.

Easy bubble free install, the screen feels great too.
The black edge makes it invisible, and no edge/lip as it entirely covers the screen.
 
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KepsInscription said:
Hey now, watch what you say about Flolab. People here will think you work the company and accuse you of trying to promote it!
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dude just take your attitude out of this thread already, nobody appreciates it, we are talking about screen protectors and you are making it your life mission to be as confrontational as possible with everything you say. i just came to check the last page to see what's been going on after happily living my life for a long time not on this forum, and can't believe you are still on the latest page inserting your shenanigans into the conversation for absolutely no reason.

i'd also like to say for the record - remember the iCarez screen protector i got to replace my flolab, which caused you to criticize my decision and LOL at me, and then claim that i was misleading people for suggesting that it would protect the phone just fine? well i did drop my phone again and the iCarez actually held up even better than the flolab, i haven't even replaced it yet because it is not completely shattered in the same way. i still like the feel and look of flolab better, and have a new one ready to go, but turns out i was not such a huge idiot for suggesting that the 1mm edge difference would not make a difference beyond its appearance.

we all love our phones and just want to hear other people's experience with their accessories, which is all i wanted to share like many others before me. i wasn't asking for a judgement of my decisions and nobody cares whether you work for flolab or not, that comment was made because you were being so aggressive in your responses about it for no reason. have a good life
 
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dude just take your attitude out of this thread already, nobody appreciates it, we are talking about screen protectors and you are making it your life mission to be as confrontational as possible with everything you say. i just came to check the last page to see what's been going on after happily living my life for a long time not on this forum, and can't believe you are still on the latest page inserting your shenanigans into the conversation for absolutely no reason.

i'd also like to say for the record - remember the iCarez screen protector i got to replace my flolab, which caused you to criticize my decision and LOL at me, and then claim that i was misleading people for suggesting that it would protect the phone just fine? well i did drop my phone again and the iCarez actually held up even better than the flolab, i haven't even replaced it yet because it is not completely shattered in the same way. i still like the feel and look of flolab better, and have a new one ready to go, but turns out i was not such a huge idiot for suggesting that the 1mm edge difference would not make a difference beyond its appearance.

we all love our phones and just want to hear other people's experience with their accessories, which is all i wanted to share like many others before me. i wasn't asking for a judgement of my decisions and nobody cares whether you work for flolab or not, that comment was made because you were being so aggressive in your responses about it for no reason. have a good life
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Just to clarify, you're upset because someone asked why you would get a cheaper screen protector? Wow. Lol are you sure that you're not just an overly sensitive person?

Congrats on your new screen protector? Not sure what your accusations are but good for you i guess?
 
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Does anyone know which glass screen protector works best for catalyst influence case for iPhone 12 pro? I would prefer edge to edge but I hear catalyst themselves recommend a case friendly screen protector. Is the Belkin from apple good or would I be better off with amfilm? Any better brands? Any help would be great.
 
twx said:
I throw my vote to the Spigen EZFit series protectors. I've installed 6 of them on family devices, each one was perfect. It's also a great price and you get two screen protectors in each package. The install tray makes getting perfect alignment exact every time.
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I didn't like the Spigen screenprotectors for my 11pm. I found them to gather fingerprints a bit too easily and wiping them off with a microfiber cloth was tough as it would just spread the smudge around (think rainbrow trails all over the screen) Though I have to admit this is me being VERY picky (as always)

The Belkin ones I've tried don't have this problem. Whitestone Dome didn't either but it gathered more fingerprints than Belkin surprisingly.

Another issue I had with the Spigen's was that I needed to press down over the glass using my fingers because there were micro-bubbles (very small ones and not from dust) they went away after pressing down on them.
 
coops said:
Just got a new Mini, and I installed a Flolab nanoarmor screen protector straight out of the box.

Easy bubble free install, the screen feels great too.
The black edge makes it invisible, and no edge/lip as it entirely covers the screen.
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Does it cover micro bubbles on the side/corner? I have non black edge ESR tempered glass, micro bubbles on the side/corner are hard to push away, i had to replace by new one (fortunately i got a pack of 3) after installing it again, i had to press hard on every corner and side in order to push away it
 
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Does it cover micro bubbles on the side/corner? I have non black edge ESR tempered glass, micro bubbles on the side/corner are hard to push away, i had to replace by new one (fortunately i got a pack of 3) after installing it again, i had to press hard on every corner and side in order to push away it
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No bubbles, micro or otherwise, anywhere - as far as I can see.
 
Anyone tried the LK protectors?

I have one of their protectors on my Apple Watch and they’re amazing. But I realise that doesn’t mean much.

LK 4 Pack 2 Pack Screen Protector + 2 Pack Camera Lens Protector Compatible with iPhone 12 Pro 6.1-inch, 9H Tempered Glass, Full Coverage, Shatterproof, Come with Easy Frame Installation Tray https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08T19Y...abc_DBMY2HEPTQBV9GZ4JANG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
 
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I have an iPhone 11.
First off, yes the Flolab oleophobic coating is better than other cheap screen protectors I've tried and it feels like your finger is gliding on ice.
However, it's not worth it for the rest of the faults versus the cheap protectors you can get on amazon for a quarter of the price.

1. DUST: Hope you have a surgical clean room, because the ridiculously thick red cover they put on the screen protector attracts every bit of dust to the protector once you remove it. You can actually feel the static charge it's so strong.
I had to remove 20+ pieces of dust from both Flolabs I installed whereas on any of the cheap amazon ones there is 0 to 2 pieces.

2. STRENGTH: Both my Flolabs cracked within 3 weeks of installing each. The cheap ones lasted at least 3 months.

3. SUPPORT: The "warranty" is bogus as they charge as much for shipping the replacement as 3 new protectors off of amazon. They are also blocking reviews on their site, that is why you don't see them for sale anywhere else.

TLDR: Flolab is too expensive and easily cracks; I recommend the TETHYS 3 pack for the iPhone 11 and the LK protectors for the apple watch.
 
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Spigen is well worth the money... installing is very easy and results are outstanding.

quality is second to none
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I disagree. There are much better options.
The oleophobic coating on Spigen is subpar and well below Belkin.
 
Apple OC said:
The coating on the $8 Spigen is hardly a game breaker to cause me to label it subpar.

Spigen screen protectors are well worth the money IMO.
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I didn't say that aren't worth the money, I disagreed on that they are "second to none"
 
Has anyone tried the Mous Hybrid Glass Protector?
No Apple Store here so I am looking for something I can install myself, otherwise I would gladly have them do it for me.
Lots of dust, animal fur and feathers here.
 
Bob1313 said:
Has anyone tried the Mous Hybrid Glass Protector?
No Apple Store here so I am looking for something I can install myself, otherwise I would gladly have them do it for me.
Lots of dust, animal fur and feathers here.
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I didn't like it. It did somewhat feel like glass but the PET layer is too thick and causes rainbow dots. (not as bad as much cheaper plastic ones but worse than normal tempered glass ones.)
I'd look for a Belkin on sale or get a decent brand glass protector. The reason I always recommend Belkin is that their install kit is great, the glass feels great, it hates fingerprints and I'm yet to see any real scratches on mine 2 months in. I wouldn't get it full price though.
 
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bubulol said:
Just for aesthetic, which one looks cleaner?
Black border vs transparent border
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Black border. Looks like you’re not using a screen protector. Was hesitant myself, even bought the Spigen full-screen protector. Put on the Flolab with black borders, and I’ll never go back.
 
Thanks man, i have ordered ESR black border tempered glass, i just applied it, it looks so clean! (wanted to be sure it will looks as if there is no screen protector)
I will never go back too (it has grill as well)

I had a tiny dust on first try, so wasted one tempered glass piece
Small tip: instead of using anti-dust stickers provided by product itself, i put an adhesive tape on the screen (entirely), much better result
 
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I received the 'NanoArmour iPhone 11 Pro Anti Glare Screen Protector Case Friendly' two weeks ago. And now have several large scratches on my screen two weeks later. The coating also makes it look like a very cheap LCD screen and you can see the differences very well where other screen protectors are inconspicuous.

Mobilerevieuwseh was always very positive about this protector and that's why I bought it (I was naif) and this is a big disappointment. After reading this topic, I'm also going for an ESR. If that's not something I'll go back to the old trusted spigen EZFit
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