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iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max Screen Protector
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My BULL clear tpu case came with a tempered glass screen protector. But I've always had good experiences with the ones at the Apple Store. When they were out of tempered glass I went to the Zagg kiosk right outside the Apple Store.
I've used my 16 Pro Max without a case for months now and haven't had any problems at all. Have tried putting a case on when out but just don't like then anymore. Anyway, is there anyone who doesn't use a screen protector? I feel like going completely "naked"..
I’m also tempted to as well since I hate the feeling of my finger getting caught on the edge when swiping up, but I also know that first scratch will drive me nuts.
yeah, I use my PM naked after giving up on Flolab. It works amazingly well, jsut two or three small scretches, back and sides of the phone still are pristine. I've bought insurance which for two years cost less then the price of Flolab screen protector with 5x replacements I had and it covers total damage once a year so no point in playing with screen protectors for me
Received Baseus in post today but it was defective from the get go. I still went ahead and installed.
The coverage is full and it doesn’t cut into the screen. Shame it doesn’t adhere properly to edge where the glue was defective.
In this picture ive pressed it down. But it keeps lifting after a two three seconds.
Shame they are not available on Amazon UK.
The coverage is full and it doesn’t cut into the screen. Shame it doesn’t adhere properly to edge where the glue was defective.
In this picture ive pressed it down. But it keeps lifting after a two three seconds.
Shame they are not available on Amazon UK.
Looking at the fifth pic, top grille thing looks identical to the SmartDevil
Apart from that defect it is a very nice screen protector. No catching edges.
Where did you order these? You’re in the UK, right? I don’t see them anywhere in the US. I’ll be in the UK next month…maybe I need to get one of these while I’m there.
Ali Express.
I just found this on AliExpress: ￡29.93 | Baseus 3D Curved Tempered Glass for iPhone 16 15 Pro Max Hot Bending Full Coverage Shatterproof Clear Corning Screen Protector
￡29.93 | Baseus 3D Curved Tempered Glass for iPhone 16 15 Pro Max Hot Bending Full Coverage Shatterproof Clear Corning Screen Protector
￡29.93 | Baseus 3D Curved Tempered Glass for iPhone 16 15 Pro Max Hot Bending Full Coverage Shatterproof Clear Corning Screen Protector
a.aliexpress.com
That looks EXACTLY like the Smartdevil actually. Application tray and everything.
You should ask for a refund or replacement. I’m sure you’ll get it. On a side note, this must come from the same supplier as the Smartdevil one. They’re identical.
How’s the compatibility with cases and oleophobic coating ?
I just put on the Benks JoyTouch Screen Protector — and honestly, it looks great.
At this point Flolab should just buy from that same supplier and sell them under the OneTime 3D name.
That'll be easier than correcting their QA issues.
Screen protectors are produced on a mass scale in huge batches. Flolab produced a faulty product but throwing it away would mean lost money and on top of that the cost of destroying/recycling faulty batch. it is much easier and better for them just to sell it, even knowing it is faulty bc no warranty protects their customers so noone will get their money back anyways and they will just get money what really is all about here. Eventually after selling enough of faulty products, they will produce a new maybe improved somehow batch and sell it eventually or send some small % to the most vocal and angry users of the previous faulty one.
The chinese brands are responsible for nothing bc the US or EU law does not apply, and they can easily and quickly disappear or just change its name. It is ok when you pay much less but with same prices as in EU or US where 80% of cost is support, it gets really abusive if you pay 30$+ and get no support at all.
PS. It is highly possible that all those screen protectors are coming form same factory and actually you can be onto something here. Instead of improving their product it can be easier to start a new brand and rinse and repeat. And maybe we see it here with Flolab
Received my second Baseus screen protector and it cracked upon installation. I must say coverage is excellent but quality is very poor. Esr have released black border version of their Amorite I might try that next.
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Roller. I know very unlucky.
The bezel on iPhone matches the screen protector black border. Thats how good the coverage is.
What’s the consensus after some of the dust has settled on screen protector revisions?
- Considering giving Flo labs a try with the 3d series just for the anti reflective properties.
- Looked at Zagg XTR4 (have xtr3 on iPad Pro, seems to do well) but has been not favorably reviewed.
- Baseus 3d hot bend and Smart Devil through aliexpress (SD is currently out of stock on the 3d model).
As others have mentioned, Flo labs, Baseus, and Smart Devil may come from the same or at least similar production lines so who knows.
- Considering giving Flo labs a try with the 3d series just for the anti reflective properties.
- Looked at Zagg XTR4 (have xtr3 on iPad Pro, seems to do well) but has been not favorably reviewed.
- Baseus 3d hot bend and Smart Devil through aliexpress (SD is currently out of stock on the 3d model).
As others have mentioned, Flo labs, Baseus, and Smart Devil may come from the same or at least similar production lines so who knows.
According to FloLab, their protector fits PhoneRebel cases, and from the 15pm I had from them, the anti-reflective coating was the best, but it probably messed with their oleophobic coating because that SP was a smudge monster. The Baseus and SmartDevil are practically edge to edge because my PhoneRebel cases will lift it. It sounds like people are having issues with FloLab's applicator.