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Iphone 4 Phantom Skinz review
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so after loads of research by perusing the threads here on different skins and screen protectors, i am deciding to remove my BSE. i put it on yesterday and i hate that it has the orange peel effect (which wasn't really that noticeable on a white plastic back on my 3gs) and picks up any finger prints and smudges. that was a disappointment because i really enjoy BSE's customer service (sent me updated back and front for free).
i just purchased the phantom skinz matte full body protection, which i will use on the back and sides of my phone, and a sgp ultra oleophobic screen protector for the face. and a white bumper to wrap it all.
i had pre-ordered the powersupport hd anti-glare but i just couldn't wait any longer. once i get everything installed, i'll share the results. op, thanks for your extensive information on the phantom skinz product. i look forward to the same results.
i just purchased the phantom skinz matte full body protection, which i will use on the back and sides of my phone, and a sgp ultra oleophobic screen protector for the face. and a white bumper to wrap it all.
i had pre-ordered the powersupport hd anti-glare but i just couldn't wait any longer. once i get everything installed, i'll share the results. op, thanks for your extensive information on the phantom skinz product. i look forward to the same results.
I have to COMPLETELY AGREE.
PhantomSkinz is definitely flying under the radar of many. Very high quality product!
I'm thinking of doing the same. Even though the Phantom Skinz has little orange peel it still has some, so I'm going to probably remove my front piece and go with the matte back and sides and the same screen shield you mentioned. Seems to be the best combo, ultra clear front with a nice finger print resistant back and sides.
No joke, this stuff is like 99% dare I even say 100% finger print proof. It just stays so clean and nice to look at. I really thought the matte would take away from the design but I think it does the opposite.
Will I be getting 2 for 1??
I just ordered the matte back only skin. I realize that what I am thinking about doing is using my iphone 4 with a skin and a clear thin plastic case. I want to try out the nude but I am kind of discouraged due to all of the negative feedback im reading about the case. I am currently using a bumper + bse full body and the bumper is lifting the skin on the sides. I know that a clear case + non matte skin= ugly water mark effect, which is why I ordered the phantom skins matte back. Hopefully I find a good clear case that will work with it. Im going to try my luck with the switcheady nude.
Will phantomskinz send me 2 back skins or just one. I read somewhere about them sending customers 2 just in case they screw up the first install.........
I just ordered the matte back only skin. I realize that what I am thinking about doing is using my iphone 4 with a skin and a clear thin plastic case. I want to try out the nude but I am kind of discouraged due to all of the negative feedback im reading about the case. I am currently using a bumper + bse full body and the bumper is lifting the skin on the sides. I know that a clear case + non matte skin= ugly water mark effect, which is why I ordered the phantom skins matte back. Hopefully I find a good clear case that will work with it. Im going to try my luck with the switcheady nude.
Will phantomskinz send me 2 back skins or just one. I read somewhere about them sending customers 2 just in case they screw up the first install.........
Seems like there's no perfect combination thus far.
My bumper arrives tomorrow and I keep hearing that the bumper will lift the screen protectors...doesn't sound fun.
I really hope Powersupport comes out with their Air Jacket case. The 3GS one is awesome.
my setup would include Wrapsol matte back + Powersupport Crystal front + Powersupport Clear Air Jacket case
Do I put the solution in a cup or bowl?
Did you dip your protectors into a bow/cup as suggested instead of spraying the film?
Here is what I do.
Have the following materials in your bathroom:
Cereal sized bowl
Micro fiber
The skin and squeegee
Dish soap
1) Run the shower on hot for about 10 minutes with the bathroom door shut, let the steam dissipate for a bit, maybe 5 minutes or so.
2) Rinse out bowl to make sure there is no dust in it, put a small drop of dish soap in and fill it half way with cold water
3) Rinse your hands to make sure there is no dust or hair on them
4) Blow the skin you are about to use off a bit away from your solution to make sure there isn't any dust on it.
5) Dip your fingers in your solution good, both hands, and start to remove the skin and dip it in the water at kind of an angle. You really don't need to submerge it, just make sure the entire bottom is coated in water. Don't over do it but don't be shy. After that (make sure your fingers stay wet) let it drip just a bit. Not too long because the longer it's in the air, the more chance it will attract a dust particle. The shower having been run should minimize the dust.
6) Apply the skin.
Slide it around in place and get it aligned, then press the micro fiber down on it lightly to soak up an excess water. Don't press too hard because your skin is still able to slide. You're just trying to remove excess before you start using the squeegee. I usually just cover the top of the phone with the micro fiber and lightly press down with my palm.7) Inspect the skin, make sure there aren't any hairs or dust particles that will bug you, if there are just wet your fingers good, lift up the skin, and with your very wet finger remove the dust and re wet the underside of the film (only the section you are lifting)
8) Squeegee and dab with the micro fiber as you go. Even strokes side to side to get the bubbles out, be easy at first until you feel it's snug on the screen.
9) When it's all looking good put a hair dryer on it on cool for about 5 minutes or so. Every now and then let the dryer get a little warm, then back to cool in a waving motion.
The key is not to be afraid of getting the skin wet, but just not too wet. A skin with not enough solution will look very bubbly and take a while (days) to look decent. When you use the right amount of water and squeegee it all out, the screen looks perfect within an hour.
Thank you so much!
Does the full body protection kit fit with the Bumper?
Does the full body protection kit fit with the Bumper?
Here is what I do.
Have the following materials in your bathroom:
Cereal sized bowl
Micro fiber
The skin and squeegee
Dish soap
1) Run the shower on hot for about 10 minutes with the bathroom door shut, let the steam dissipate for a bit, maybe 5 minutes or so.
2) Rinse out bowl to make sure there is no dust in it, put a small drop of dish soap in and fill it half way with cold water
3) Rinse your hands to make sure there is no dust or hair on them
4) Blow the skin you are about to use off a bit away from your solution to make sure there isn't any dust on it.
5) Dip your fingers in your solution good, both hands, and start to remove the skin and dip it in the water at kind of an angle. You really don't need to submerge it, just make sure the entire bottom is coated in water. Don't over do it but don't be shy. After that (make sure your fingers stay wet) let it drip just a bit. Not too long because the longer it's in the air, the more chance it will attract a dust particle. The shower having been run should minimize the dust.
6) Apply the skin.
7) Inspect the skin, make sure there aren't any hairs or dust particles that will bug you, if there are just wet your fingers good, lift up the skin, and with your very wet finger remove the dust and re wet the underside of the film (only the section you are lifting)
8) Squeegee and dab with the micro fiber as you go. Even strokes side to side to get the bubbles out, be easy at first until you feel it's snug on the screen.
9) When it's all looking good put a hair dryer on it on cool for about 5 minutes or so. Every now and then let the dryer get a little warm, then back to cool in a waving motion.
The key is not to be afraid of getting the skin wet, but just not too wet. A skin with not enough solution will look very bubbly and take a while (days) to look decent. When you use the right amount of water and squeegee it all out, the screen looks perfect within an hour.
You don't have to worry about getting the skin "too wet" either. According to the instructions you're supposed to submerge the entire thing and that's exactly what I did.
No problems whatsoever, skin was completely clear in 4 hours. Looks PHENOMENAL and my fiancee loves it. I would say they are of equal quality to Wrapsol without quality issues (at least in my experience).
And for for 2 front skins for ~$6 shipped you can't go wrong.
No problems whatsoever, skin was completely clear in 4 hours. Looks PHENOMENAL and my fiancee loves it. I would say they are of equal quality to Wrapsol without quality issues (at least in my experience).
And for for 2 front skins for ~$6 shipped you can't go wrong.
that's what she said.
but seriously, you're right. it helps in positioning the film. one thing to be worried about is excess liquid finding its way into the dock connector or headphone jack.
I believe so but the matte skin is far less prone to marks. I had a matte Wrapsol on my 3GS for close to 8 months and it didn't even get so much as a mark on it. Looked the same on the day I sold it as it did when I put it on.
Love the matte back on the black.
Wonder what it would look like on the white iPhone?
Anyway, great job with your installation, OP.
Edit: went ahead and ordered the full body kit based on this thread. Don't even have the freakin' phone yet! (Canada)
Edit 2: AND they've already shipped it. WOW. <10 mins after ordering.
Wonder what it would look like on the white iPhone?
Anyway, great job with your installation, OP.
Edit: went ahead and ordered the full body kit based on this thread. Don't even have the freakin' phone yet!
(Canada)Edit 2: AND they've already shipped it. WOW. <10 mins after ordering.