I used a few screen protectors on some of my previous phones and they always scratched and/or started peeling off within months. Couple that with the fact that it felt like the phone had less response with them on, I decided to stop using them. Frankly, I just make sure to not put my phone in the same pocket as my keys and guess what? No scratches on my 4s after the almost year I used it. If it wasn't for a scuff on one corner from a drop (yes it was in a case but the case exploded and my phone bounced which I am still surprised didn't break my phone) you wouldn't know that it was a used iPhone 4S.
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Why don't people use something like InvisibleSHIELD?
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I picked up the Zagg case-friendly cut for my iPhone 5. The film goes right up to the edge of the 99 cent case that I got from Amazon (which, surprisingly, I'm very happy with) and doesn't look like there's room for it to peel or get pulled up like what happened with the rear film and the bumper in my iPhone 4.
For my perspective, I've always put on a zagg and the screen has been flawless when I removed it to sell -- which is important because I haven't paid for an iPhone after my first, the 3G. Both the 3G and the 4 were a resell of ~$200.
Did the screen protector make that possible? Not sure I can answer that since I haven't let the iPhone go naked for more than a couple of days.
For my perspective, I've always put on a zagg and the screen has been flawless when I removed it to sell -- which is important because I haven't paid for an iPhone after my first, the 3G. Both the 3G and the 4 were a resell of ~$200.
Did the screen protector make that possible? Not sure I can answer that since I haven't let the iPhone go naked for more than a couple of days.
I used to use an invisibleshield on my iPhone 3G back in the day but after about 3 months of use it got stuck to something in my pocket at peeled off. With the 4s I tried one for the first couple of weeks but didn't like the way it felt so I took it off. The 4s screen seems extremely resistant to scratches because I still don't have any even now. Screen protectors as a whole just seem like a waste of money now.
That was the 4s. We're talking the iPhone 5. Different product insofar as susceptibility is concerned.
I have used bodygaurdz since the first iPhone,I always install them my self. I have had to replace a few in that time, but I take advantage of the lifetime replacement. When I get ready to sell my iPhone. Its Still like new. I have used them in over 10 phones I even apply them on my friends phones. some wich have been very rough with there phones. And when they get ready to sell them. They just remove the bodygaurdz and they look good as new. It was the first thing on my iPhone 5 I installed when I got it. When I had my 4s,I dropped allot. When I sold it. Still worked and looked new.
IMHO - I have rarely seen a phone with a protector that has not peeled or bubbled or was put on correctly in the first place. I did not have one on my 4s and never had a scratch on the glass, despite multiple drops. I can understand putting one on the aluminum back - I have put a clear cover on my new 5 as I am afraid that may scratch. So, if you go naked, maybe just cover the aluminum provided you are very good at doing it yourself or have it done at one of the kiosks in the mall.
I actually put an Invishield (or whatever it is called) on my touch about 6 years ago and managed to do a really good job. It has never peeled, there are no bubbles or scratches. However, you can tell something is on the phone and it does not feel as smooth as glass (because it is not glass). Plus, it took me about 1/2 hour to get it on right.
How so? Both use glass on the front do they not? And how can anyone go e a recommendation as far as the iPhone 5 at this point? All we can do is point to past experiences with previous phones and why or why not we choose to use it on the iPhone 5. Further, most of the reports I have seen as far as susceptibility to scratching has more to do with the aluminum back and not the screen itself....
My free Speck case (from antennagate) has kept my iphone 4 in brand new condition for the last 2 years. I love the grip, feel, and the look of it so I just ordered one for my iphone 5. Nice rubberized protection from bumps and bruises. This time around I'm trying the new model with a tab on the back to prop up the phone both vertically or horizontally as I often use an alarm clock app.
I had also bought a couple of screen protectors but threw them in the trash after a day's use. I really hate the feel of them when I'm scrolling. Ruins the whole touch screen experience. The glass is very durable and mine is completely blemish/scratch free after 2 years of daily use. My iphone looks as new as when I first opened the box.
While the new iphone 5 back can be scratched, the glass looks to still be as durable as the iphone 4 from that android video posted here on MacRumors news page. So all you need is a good rubberized case. BTW, a hard shell case will get scratched up too.
I had also bought a couple of screen protectors but threw them in the trash after a day's use. I really hate the feel of them when I'm scrolling. Ruins the whole touch screen experience. The glass is very durable and mine is completely blemish/scratch free after 2 years of daily use. My iphone looks as new as when I first opened the box.
While the new iphone 5 back can be scratched, the glass looks to still be as durable as the iphone 4 from that android video posted here on MacRumors news page. So all you need is a good rubberized case. BTW, a hard shell case will get scratched up too.
How so is that the iphone 4 and 4s is less susceptible than the 5. The 4 and 4s never had the dings and scratches that prevail now.
I've used BSE for all my iDevices (iPod video, iPod touch, iPhones, and even my MBA).... I've had my iPhone 4S since it came out and I have probably changed the skin twice, but I don't have a problem with that; it only costs about $8.
I got my iphone 5 last week and I got the skin from BSE a few days ago and couldn't be happy.. I know it'll last maybe 5-6 months, but that's why I ordered 2 so I have a spare one.
I love the natural look of the phone; at some point I was even using an Elago slim case, but then removed it because I prefer the natural thinness of the phone.
I got my iphone 5 last week and I got the skin from BSE a few days ago and couldn't be happy.. I know it'll last maybe 5-6 months, but that's why I ordered 2 so I have a spare one.
I love the natural look of the phone; at some point I was even using an Elago slim case, but then removed it because I prefer the natural thinness of the phone.