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Is invisible shield worth it?
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Yes, it works really well, particularly for the iPhone. I've had it on all iPhones I've owned, including this one. I highly recommend it.
I've used BestSkinsEver, and also BodyGuardz for previous iPhones, I'm thinking about picking up the invisible shield for the back of the iPhone 4....
i got the full body cause i will be using the Bumpers for the stainless steel antenna
if you enter their iPad Giveaway, you will get a 50% coupon code
http://www.bestskinsever.com/iphone-4-skin
I use these skins all of the time. Cheaper too for the same product.
I use these skins all of the time. Cheaper too for the same product.
If you really feel the need for a skin, get the BSE - www.bestskinsever.com
They cost less for the same product as InvisibleShield and BodyGuardz and are always a better template and cut. However, like all skins, they have an orange peel like effect which is great for grip and tack. For this reason I have always ordered back only skins and never total body. Especially with the iP4, you don't want a skin like that on the screen. It just doesn't make sense with the clarity of the Retina Display.
The BSE's are like $5 for the back only which covers the back glass and then strip pieces for the steel band.
I have had them for my original iPhone, 3G iPhone, MacBook, and iPad and they rock. Tried a BodyGuardz for the MacBook and that was an absolute mistake.
If you feel the need for something on the front too. Get a PowerSupport or other brand static cling Film screen protector. They are smooth and feel just like the glass. But honestly, you don't need it.
I haven't used a screen protector film on my iPhone since my original iPhone and my 3G is now 2 years old and the screen is flawless. No case, just a back skin, and in my pocket all the time. I have even gotten out of my car a few times with my iPhone in my lap, and had it fall to the pavement, landing both on it's back and face down, with absolutely no damage to the skin on the back or the screen.
Personally, I got a black bumper to try and like it. I also ordered a BSE as through today or yesterday the back only skin was $4. I will most likely put it on the back and steel band.
They cost less for the same product as InvisibleShield and BodyGuardz and are always a better template and cut. However, like all skins, they have an orange peel like effect which is great for grip and tack. For this reason I have always ordered back only skins and never total body. Especially with the iP4, you don't want a skin like that on the screen. It just doesn't make sense with the clarity of the Retina Display.
The BSE's are like $5 for the back only which covers the back glass and then strip pieces for the steel band.
I have had them for my original iPhone, 3G iPhone, MacBook, and iPad and they rock. Tried a BodyGuardz for the MacBook and that was an absolute mistake.
If you feel the need for something on the front too. Get a PowerSupport or other brand static cling Film screen protector. They are smooth and feel just like the glass. But honestly, you don't need it.
I haven't used a screen protector film on my iPhone since my original iPhone and my 3G is now 2 years old and the screen is flawless. No case, just a back skin, and in my pocket all the time. I have even gotten out of my car a few times with my iPhone in my lap, and had it fall to the pavement, landing both on it's back and face down, with absolutely no damage to the skin on the back or the screen.
Personally, I got a black bumper to try and like it. I also ordered a BSE as through today or yesterday the back only skin was $4. I will most likely put it on the back and steel band.
They're great. Since the front is the gorilla glass, I'm going to leave it naked for a bit, but did I buy the ZAGG invisible shield for the back shield. So, I have a brand new, never used front sheild for the iPhone 4 for sale. $15 shipped in the lower 48 or pickup (I'm in Orlando). Save yourself ~$7.
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accept paypal (or pay via square if local).
http://twitter.com/camflan/status/16954778700
good deal. I'm gonna grab one now. I did get my iPad IS half off so that would be right on time.
I am about 4 minutes too late reading this. I live in Wellington too so it would of been a quick ship too. Next time
I see they have a few to choose from. Is the total body skin front and back? Thanks!
Yes. Total body will include front, back, and side strips.
For my iPad I ordered back only and got the sides and back. Did the same for my iPhone 3G and my new iPhone 4. Saves like $2 or more, not sure what the price difference was on the iPad. I have no use for the front skin.
I've had all three of the past iPhones covered and think I will be leaving the i4 nude this go around. Any "shield" looks great for the first few days after being installed, but after a few weeks of being taken in and out of pockets it starts getting really dirty and will start to peel off in the corners. And I've had all mine covered at an actual store where they have "professionals" who install it. It is warrantied for the first 30 days no questions asked, but after thirty if something happens you have to pay install fee again. So I'll leave the phone as it was meant to be...in the nude and carefully taken care of!
Power Support skins do not have the orange peel texture or look (contrary to what was said above about ALL skins) and is invisible when installed. I've tried most all of the brands on my 3G phone and the Power Support one was the best IMO. All of the wet applied skins were consistently the worst and were the most difficult to apply cleanly.
PowerSupport only makes anti-static Films not skins. I believe I said that.
"If you feel the need for something on the front too. Get a PowerSupport or other brand static cling Film screen protector."