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Seeing good reviews of the ESR protector is making me glad i changed mine from Spigen. My Pro isn't arriving until the 11th (Hopefully earlier!) but glad i got the ESR.
I was also a fan of the Spigen Glass screen protectors but they are quite pricey compared to ESR and I honestly can’t say that they’re any better.

I’m definitely in the ESR camp now.
 
Well I've finally just had confirmation from Music Magpie that my XR has arrived, almost 22 hours after the tracking said it was delivered. Now comes the wait for them to assess it and by the sound of their email an even longer wait for the cash to hit my account.
 
finding the ESR screen protector has quite a rough edge. With a case it wouldn't be an issue but without its a little annoying.


as for purchase options, UK 0% 24 months vs iup:

iphone 12 on iup - £56.45 per month x 20 months, with a £69 upfront charge. You can upgrade after 11 payments by handing the phone back. you can always choose to sell the phone and settle the finance which may save some money, but with the knowledge Apple will swap if you need to (in case resale prices fall a lot for some reason)

iphone 12 on 0% 24 months - £49.91 including applecare. No upfront. So £6.50 per month less expensive. If you want to upgrade after 12 months you'd need to settle again, and this time you'd have a higher settlement fee as you've paid half off, vs 11/20ths on iup.

I'm on 24monhts now - mainly because I could do it online and didn't need to go to a shop, which the iup required
 
My money has been taken from my account and the tracking says preparing to ship.

In others experience how long until you got the phone when it reached this stage?
 
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Anyone know of a screen protector similar to the ESR (i.e. edge to edge) but that has a notch cut-out? Prefer leaving the sensors / camera uncovered if possible (yes I know it probably doesn't make any difference, humour me 😀).
 
Had payment taken today for my Silver Pro, was due 9th November but I'll assume it'll ship by Monday now.

Ordered on 16th along with Pacific Blue Pro but that was pick up and i've since returned it due to not liking the colour.

Can't wait for get my hands back on one, MagSafe case shipped today and waiting on the MagSafe charger.
 
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Anyone know of a screen protector similar to the ESR (i.e. edge to edge) but that has a notch cut-out? Prefer leaving the sensors / camera uncovered if possible (yes I know it probably doesn't make any difference, humour me 😀).
I've not seen one that is both edge to edge and has the notch cut out. They are all similar to the Belkin and only cover the glass over the display, leaving the edges unprotected.
 
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Anyone know of a screen protector similar to the ESR (i.e. edge to edge) but that has a notch cut-out? Prefer leaving the sensors / camera uncovered if possible (yes I know it probably doesn't make any difference, humour me 😀).
My first screen protector for my 12 pro was this.

TOZO Compatible for iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 Pro 6.1 inch Screen Protector [3-Pack] Premium Tempered Glass [0.26mm] 9H Hardness 2.5D Film Super Easy https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08GLHKZRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mzUMFb8VTJZ6A

It is edge to edge with a cut out for the notch. I did however prefer a full screen protector so now have a ESR one installed. Both fitted perfectly.
 
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My money has been taken from my account and the tracking says preparing to ship.

In others experience how long until you got the phone when it reached this stage?
Mine changed to PTS on Friday evening and then shipped on Monday night so 3 days. Arrived on the Tuesday.
 
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ReBuy have now got my 11 pro and I’m awaiting them to test it. How long did it take you guys who sent to reBuy?
 
...is that ESR protector actually on the phone then? If it is, its truly edge to edge (you can barely tell you have a protector on!).

The Belkin ones they install in the Apple Store only goes as far as the on screen display (up to the red lines) :

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I've got the ESR one and it looks exactly the same... it is really hard to see / tell that it has the screen protector on. I don't normally bother with screen protectors as I hate the gap (Belkin) but these fit perfectly... bought a second pack while they're reduced... just in case.
 
The ESR Tempered-Glass Screen Protector 3 pack is what everyone is talking about right? is it very thick?

I normally use plastic ones but sick of the scratches
 
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Ooops, I was just trying to get a price with re-buy and managed to click too far through and ended up booking a DPD collection tomorrow! :/ Have emailed them to cancel. Has anyone managed to 'lock in' a re-buy price without creating a DPD collection?
If you ring them and speak with them. They can lock the price for 14 days. They did it for me and change DPD collection from today to 8th Nov.
 
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The ESR Tempered-Glass Screen Protector 3 pack is what everyone is talking about right? is it very thick?

I normally use plastic ones but sick of the scratches
Yes, a 3 pack at a reduced price on Amazon works out at about £2 each.

They’re not at all thick. You won’t notice it’s on.

Edit: They only have 5% off now rather than £2 so they’re not quite as cheap as when I bought them, but still a bargain.

ESR Tempered-Glass Screen Protector Compatible with iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro with Easy Installation Frame 3-Pack https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08CXHHLWS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TaVMFbCCDZJ17
 
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