iPhone 6 oleophobic coating and screen protectors

[skatya]

Hi, guys, when i bought my iPhone 6, I immediately put a screen protector on. But then I hated it and took it off. After that I noticed that the phone started to collect more fingerprints, could it be that adhesive from screen protector damaged the oleophobic coating, or is it just my imagination? Thanks.

 

[cambookpro]

It's a possibility, depending on how strong/what type of adhesive was used for the screen protector. The oleophobic coating doesn't last forever, and its effectiveness diminishes within a few months for most people anyway after normal use.

Apple themselves say:

Please note that the ability of this coating to repel oil will diminish over time with normal usage, and that rubbing the screen with an abrasive material will further diminish its effect and may scratch your screen.

 

[skatya]

So if there's any method to check if its there or not?

 

[Newtons Apple]

No way to tell that I have heard here. Just wipe you phone down once a day with a microfiber cloth and RELAX and enjoy your new phone.

 

[Paco II]

Did the screen protector have an oleophobic coating?

 

[skatya]

Yes

upd: protector feels smoother, but i think it is becuase it's plastic.