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Should Apple get rid of the oleophobic coating?
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So you think 100+ million of products sold all have problems? Where are the reports of the coating problem reports?
No issues with 2007 iPhone, 2008 iPhone 3G, 2009 iPhone 3GS, 2010 iPhone 4. I know people who are using each model. And looks like no one reputable here has problem.
Looks like you have dirty hands. Maybe try to clean your screen?
Perhaps you misunderstood.
Only the 3GS and 4 have oleophobic coatings. I never said that these were problems, as in manufacturing defects. It is clear that the coating will wear off (mentioned by Apple too - apparently) I just saw photos and heard about the coating wearing off (which again, is not a problem) but wanted to know how many people experience this because it looks pretty bad in the photos. . Also, those pictures are not mine (mentioned in the OP) and I haven't used my phone without a screen protector (in other words, I'm don't have these problems)
Well if its not a problem with the newer iPhones, I guess it doesn't matter to me. I thought this issue was tied to all iPhones at some point in time.
I think the poll should have been : Have you ever had problems with the oleophobic coating?
All except 2G and 3G
So you think 100+ million of products sold all have problems? Where are the reports of the coating problem reports?
No issues with 2007 iPhone, 2008 iPhone 3G, 2009 iPhone 3GS, 2010 iPhone 4. I know people who are using each model. And looks like no one reputable here has problem.
Looks like you have dirty hands. Maybe try to clean your screen?
The 2G and 3G do not have the coating.
Nobody said there are problems with the coating. The coating will eventually wear off (Apple says that right in the manual)(<-- imo they're pretty reputable)
If you read thru the post linked in the OP you'll find that 1) that phone is not OP's and 2) cleaning the screen does nothing because the coating has worn off
The protector isn't going to somehow peel off the coating, don't worry.
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that guy's arrogance (in all his inutile posts) is absolutely hilarious. where does he get the idea that he can end threads, just like that?
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I've seen an IPhone 4 wear the owner used alcohol as a cleaner and removed the oleophobic coating. However this coating has more pluses than minuses and will survive most wear and tear. For those that don't like it, there are a few good Matte HD finish screen protectors that will do the trick but will not display the beauty of the Retina screen as it was intended.
I know! It's pretty much in every single one of his useless but hilarious posts.
Simply put, if you want something to remain pristine, you protect it. This applies to everything in life (annual medical and dental check ups etc).
If you want your phone to remain in good condition use a screen protector. There are some amazing ones out there that I swear to all the tech gods above look and feel exactly like the factory screen. But with the added protection for your unit.
No one can tell I have a screen protector on my phone it is that glossy and smooth to the touch. It's win win.
WW
If you want your phone to remain in good condition use a screen protector. There are some amazing ones out there that I swear to all the tech gods above look and feel exactly like the factory screen. But with the added protection for your unit.
No one can tell I have a screen protector on my phone it is that glossy and smooth to the touch. It's win win.
WW
His old posts make for some good comedy
I wonder if he realizes he's the laughingstock of the iPhone forum...
His old posts make for some good comedy
I wonder if he realizes he's the laughingstock of the iPhone forum...
I doubt it! He's too busy ending threads to realize it! He does make me laugh though, so as useless as the posts may be, they're still better than some of the other users here.
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Defending Apple much?
btw Apple says that the coating will wear off eventually in the manual. I suppose the iPhone team at Apple have acid sweat too?
itsmemuffins said:No.
It's not Apple's (fault?) that you have acid for sweat.
Defending Apple much?
btw Apple says that the coating will wear off eventually in the manual. I suppose the iPhone team at Apple have acid sweat too?
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I've also owned every model. I am a very heavy user, and I've never had a problem.
The coating is one of the best aspects, because it provides smooth tactile feedback. It's the reason I never use a screen protector.
Those screens look abused.
Apple knows what it's doing. Some people think they know better than the designers and engineers. The coating Apple uses is designed to resist wear and tear within reason.
My iPhone 4 almost feels like it has no coating compared to my old 3GS. I actually like the coating on the 3GS even though it became less effective after about 3-4 months. I liked the feel of it and I liked that pulling my phone out of my pocket cleaned the screen of smudges and prints for me. No need to rub it on an item of clothing. The coating on my iPhone 4 has never been this effective. It doesn't bother me a huge amount either way, just something I noticed and occasionally miss on this phone compared to my old one, so I'd want the coating to stay.
Had you read through the thread you would have found that
1) The screen's coating was wearing off, no question about it. The phone was otherwise in perfect condition indicating no abuse and
2) Apple themselves says that the coating will wear off. Read the instruction manual. Why do you think you know better than the manual (which Apple's designers and engineers made)?
Agreed, I took care of my iPhone 3Gs and was utterly shocked to see the coating wearing off. While they may have improved the durability and adhesion of the coating. I'm not taking any chances with my iPhone 4. I put a screen protector on it. If for nothing else for resale value. It will be easier to sell if the phone doesn't exhibit that clouding problem that shows up when the coating does fail.
If you don't like the oleophobic coating, this'll sort it out in about 2 minutes.
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Why on earth would you get rid of it? Because it wears out?
Engines and transmissions on cars eventually run out but it doesn't mean they shouldn't make them.
This coating was produced for the betterment of the product and just because it doesn't last an eternity, doesn't mean it shouldn't exist at all.
Engines and transmissions on cars eventually run out but it doesn't mean they shouldn't make them.
This coating was produced for the betterment of the product and just because it doesn't last an eternity, doesn't mean it shouldn't exist at all.
Not sure if you read the OP, but 1) the coating may or may wear out very quickly (as soon as 4 months) and 2) it looks terrible once the coating is out which sucks for people who are out of warranty or are looking to sell their phone in the future.
Your example doesn't really make sense. Its more like the paint on your car chipping and flaking off after a year. The question is, should the car maker use a different paint?
Oh I'm sorry, I didn't notice the 4-month part but is that the norm? I hate to say "me" because then you'll refer to well "I" then there is a me vs. you type of scenario. Maybe I've been oblivious to a common problem of the phone but "I" have never noticed such a problem with my phones that I've had since 2009/2010. Maybe it's just me. Then again, I put screen protectors on my phone so maybe I shouldn't even be here.
As far as the chipping or flaking paint, there wasn't a question of if the oleophobic coating should be replaced but rather if it should exist. If that were the question of the thread to replace it with something else, then yes that analogy would fit more appropriately.
If this coating is coming off comonly with the iPhone just after the warranted time period, then absolutely they should come with another solution.
This is what I did, plus I had the SP off for a week and already had scratches. Since I'm reselling mine and the screen scratches from the air, Im taking every precaution.