The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Are tempered screen protectors for mobile phones any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¼½¾ Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 I've used them on my last three phones, which were all dropped at various times, and I've never had a broken screen. The only down side for me, is that I'm shit at putting them on and always have at least one bubble or bit of dust under the thing, no matter how careful I think I'm being. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronJambo Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 My Mrs put one on her phone a couple of years ago. Dropped it and her screen smashed and the protector was fine. Filed under "shite". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 1 minute ago, Lemongrab said: I've used them on my last three phones, which were all dropped at various times, and I've never had a broken screen. The only down side for me, is that I'm shit at putting them on and always have at least one bubble or bit of dust under the thing, no matter how careful I think I'm being. Thanks for that. I’ve thought about going to a shopping mall were there are usually people there that fit them but I don’t know efficient they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjcc Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Don’t think I’ve ever dropped a phone. But it certainly helps when you put it in a pocket with coins, keys etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Price Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 They’re a lifesaver in my opinion, I’m forever dropping my phone and the tempered glass, although slightly chipped, hasn’t even cracked...yet. Also helps with keys and coins in the pocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westbow Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Better to get a case with a front cover. Done that for 4 years and not a problem. Replaced my wallet as you can use it for credit cards etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 Use one on my galaxy s9. No issues. Wife dropped her matching phone and screen protector cracked but screen was fine so I assume they do what they claim if you get a decent one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 2 hours ago, westbow said: Better to get a case with a front cover. Done that for 4 years and not a problem. Replaced my wallet as you can use it for credit cards etc. I’ve got that at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 2 hours ago, Jambof3tornado said: Use one on my galaxy s9. No issues. Wife dropped her matching phone and screen protector cracked but screen was fine so I assume they do what they claim if you get a decent one. Did you fit it yourself? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamboelite Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 I have a screen protector and they do take the brunt of the impact, they arent perfect but cheap enough. Manage to put them on without any real bubbling but its a bit faffy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dagger Is Back Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 3 hours ago, The Real Maroonblood said: Thanks for that. I’ve thought about going to a shopping mall were there are usually people there that fit them but I don’t know efficient they are. I always go to the stall at Waverley market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 1 minute ago, Dagger Is Back said: I always go to the stall at Waverley market. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 1 hour ago, The Real Maroonblood said: Did you fit it yourself? Yes. Coz the s9 screen curves round the edges its hard to arse it up. Line up and drop into place, job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted February 16, 2019 Author Share Posted February 16, 2019 42 minutes ago, Jambof3tornado said: Yes. Coz the s9 screen curves round the edges its hard to arse it up. Line up and drop into place, job done. It’s a s9 I’ve got so I’ll think it over. Things like that I’m a feartie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glottis Posted February 16, 2019 Share Posted February 16, 2019 If you can get them on your screen without bubbling then they can be great. A decent bumper case on a phone would be a great idea mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paolo Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 16 hours ago, westbow said: Better to get a case with a front cover. Done that for 4 years and not a problem. Replaced my wallet as you can use it for credit cards etc. So if someone steals your phone, they steal your credit cards too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 I always found the curved ones for Galaxy edge phones to not be very good. My girlfriend has always used them on her iPhone and they've saved her phone many times over. I've since got a pixel and using one on that and it seems great, makes me much less worried putting keys in my pocket with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambogaz1968 Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 19 hours ago, Taffin said: (I always found the curved ones for Galaxy edge phones to not be very good.) My girlfriend has always used them on her iPhone and they've saved her phone many times over. I've since got a pixel and using one on that and it seems great, makes me much less worried putting keys in my pocket with it Correct , mines kept falling off now my screen is all scratched Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helzibob Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 I’ve always used one since I got a new phone and dropped it 2 days later and smashed the screen. So far, so good. Plenty of drops but no smashed screens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westbow Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 22 hours ago, Paolo said: So if someone steals your phone, they steal your credit cards too. you're right, best not leave the house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 1 hour ago, westbow said: you're right, best not leave the house I get where you are coming from and would usually agree but in this instance I reckon he makes a fair point. It makes it very easy for someone to take all your means of payment in one instance as well as your ability to quickly have the cards cancelled. If they are separate and someone nabs your cards then you can call the bank straight away from you mobile and use mobile payments to get by. Equally, if they take your phone then you at least have your cards to access cash which can get you out of any situation a little easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¼½¾ Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 (edited) 33 minutes ago, Taffin said: I get where you are coming from and would usually agree but in this instance I reckon he makes a fair point. It makes it very easy for someone to take all your means of payment in one instance as well as your ability to quickly have the cards cancelled. If they are separate and someone nabs your cards then you can call the bank straight away from you mobile and use mobile payments to get by. Equally, if they take your phone then you at least have your cards to access cash which can get you out of any situation a little easier. Will you be able to use mobile payments after you've phoned your bank to report the theft though? I would have thought mobile pay methods were linked to the card, not the account. Edited February 18, 2019 by Lemongrab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Lemongrab said: Will you be able to use mobile payments after you've phoned your bank to report the theft though? I would have thought mobile pay methods were linked to the card, not the account. Very good point. I hadn't thought about that ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauriesrank Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 (edited) Get a full silicone case, they are excellent and about 3-6 quid (depends on phone), I have dropped/squashed/crushed and even lobbed my phone (at high velocity) and my silicon case has saved the day!! Genuinely can't recommend anything other thatn it, your phone retains full functionality and is basically captain scarlet too!! Obviously incapable at the moment of taking a photo of it, lol, I'll call the wife and find out if she knows where she got them from, I have had this phone (aj3 6 or something) for over two years and have 0 damage to my phone, let alone the screen! Edited February 18, 2019 by lauriesrank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauriesrank Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 (edited) Something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DN-TECHNOLOGY%C2%AE-Protection-Absorption-Technology-Transparent/dp/B07B1TH1RV/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1550496056&sr=8-16&keywords=galaxy+s9+silicone+case Seems that doesn't have a ffront though, I'll keep looking, front is only a protector, it's the full case you want. Edited February 18, 2019 by lauriesrank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambogaz1968 Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 1 hour ago, lauriesrank said: Something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DN-TECHNOLOGY%C2%AE-Protection-Absorption-Technology-Transparent/dp/B07B1TH1RV/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1550496056&sr=8-16&keywords=galaxy+s9+silicone+case Seems that doesn't have a ffront though, I'll keep looking, front is only a protector, it's the full case you want. I have one of them , it doesn't stop your screen getting scratched Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauriesrank Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 2 hours ago, jambogaz1968 said: I have one of them , it doesn't stop your screen getting scratched No I meant the whole thing as I said 'it's the full case you want' The full case is excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Gordons Gloves Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 I'd recommend the ZAGG ones, come with a lifetime warranty, i've had them on my phones and tablets for the past few years and while i'm forever dropping my phone i've never had to replace or fix a broken screen, i've also had a couple of free replacement screens from ZAGG over the years due to cracks on the screen protector after being dropped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
¼½¾ Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 6 hours ago, lauriesrank said: Something like this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DN-TECHNOLOGY%C2%AE-Protection-Absorption-Technology-Transparent/dp/B07B1TH1RV/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1550496056&sr=8-16&keywords=galaxy+s9+silicone+case Seems that doesn't have a ffront though, I'll keep looking, front is only a protector, it's the full case you want. I've bought one like the the type I think you mean on ebay for less than £3, with free postage, for my work S8. I've used it for about a year, with my phone in my pocket with keys etc, and the phone is still pristine. Here's one for the S9. £2.89 with free postage. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Samsung-Galaxy-360-Full-Body-Case-Shockproof-Silicone-Bumper-Gel-Cover/263984965605?hash=item3d76bae7e5:m:mnFenOIFfPKWVjFI1On_Hwg:rk:34:pf:0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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