All hd clear screen protectors are fingerprint magnets. I have a screen cleaner to renew it.
Got a tip for us?
Let us know
Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.
All iPads Is a screen protector necessary for the Ipad air?
- Thread starter Alundra
- Start date
- Sort by reaction score
All hd clear screen protectors are fingerprint magnets. I have a screen cleaner to renew it.
I put the Spigen glas Nano tr screen protector on my 5S and simply love it. It's way better than all the other screen film protectors I've used through various generations of iPhones and iPads.
Do you think Spigen will release the nano glas tr for the iPad Air also?
Do you think Spigen will release the nano glas tr for the iPad Air also?
I'm thinking of getting this, seems like the same thing only cheaper:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/MADBITS-GENU...tempered+glass
anyone tried the above i may go for the second one but don't understand the techy description (PET film? etc)
problem is that i've never heard of madbits and can't find reviews, anyone tried them on any device?
Tempered glass screen protection for Ipad Air being discussed here:
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1666963/
I second this recommendation. I used the same protector on my Mini from Tech Armor for a whole year and I sold it with the same protector on it! I'm using a TechArmor on my iPad Air now, and it's truly flawless.
They make great protectors that don't break the bank by any means. A fraction of the cost compared to most in-store screen protectors, and the same quality, if not better. *coughZAGGcough*
:I'm considering Tech Armor but will it work ok with the Smart cover and a back cover? I've asked them if it will work on my Samsung S4 which has a surround cover, but no response - I guess it depends on how thick it is.
Doug
Just realised, I'm talking about the Premium Ballistic GlassScreen Protector - maybe that's not the one you have.
Doug
Are they necessary? No. But I prefer the insurance they give me, having had a screen get scratched by something trapped between the Smart Cover and the screen.
I have had screen protectors on my iPads and always choose the Power Support crystal clear as they are as close to nothing - absolutely no reduction in clarity. I've found that even though I am very careful with my electronics, the screen will develop itty bitty surface scratches. That's even with all the care and only wiping with a clean microfiber cloth and iKlear. That just bugs me personally so I choose to use the protectors. I usually trade in my iPad every two years and have gotten the top trade in value at Best Buy. But honestly the sales person never looked that closely at the screen so I doubt my trade in would have been affected with the minuscule surface scratches.
I love the Zagg HD. Fingerprints, sure...but not as many as just the screen. I clean my screen once a week & I'm good. ...and I have kids!
I would LOVE to put a tempered glass protector on my iPad...but I'm not spending $70 on one. Spigen and Bodyguardz both have protectors for the Air & Mini. My wife has a Spigen Slim on her iPhone 5 and I have a Bodyguardz on my iPhone 5S. LOVE them both. Spigen slim is thinner, but prone to breaking. I think the regular Spigen and Bodyguardz at .40 mm thickness are more sturdy. Spigen has questionable customer service...
That said, Bodyguardz is going to have a Black Friday weekend sale...if the discount is right...I just may put a glass protector on my Air yet!
I would LOVE to put a tempered glass protector on my iPad...but I'm not spending $70 on one. Spigen and Bodyguardz both have protectors for the Air & Mini. My wife has a Spigen Slim on her iPhone 5 and I have a Bodyguardz on my iPhone 5S. LOVE them both. Spigen slim is thinner, but prone to breaking. I think the regular Spigen and Bodyguardz at .40 mm thickness are more sturdy. Spigen has questionable customer service...
That said, Bodyguardz is going to have a Black Friday weekend sale...if the discount is right...I just may put a glass protector on my Air yet!
Personally I don't recommend the glass or wet install protectors...the advantage of dry films is that if you get dust during application (or if you notice one later), then you can lift it up with a piece of tape and get it out. It's much more difficult to do this with a wet install (and once it's cured you can't at all), and you can't do this at all with the glass ones.
I agree on the screen protector thing. They are such a pain to get on right and no matter what they say, they DO degrade the image quality to some extent. I'm not bothering this time.
I always use screen protectors, I've done so many on so many different devices that I have the application process down to a science. I never have any issues with lint, dust or any other debris getting trapped. For me, the key to a perfect application is doing it when no one else is around, (people and animals stir up the air) and good lighting. Canned air comes in handy too when there's just one speck on the screen and you don't want to risk smudging an otherwise perfect screen by wiping again. One quick blast with the air takes care of any issues 99% of the time.
I wouldn't even rip the plastic off my Air box until I was home and all set up to put on the screen protector the second it was out of the box. But in all fairness I should say I have OCD, so just the thought of a scratch on my screen makes me twitchy.
I wouldn't even rip the plastic off my Air box until I was home and all set up to put on the screen protector the second it was out of the box. But in all fairness I should say I have OCD, so just the thought of a scratch on my screen makes me twitchy.
Yep. Read the used iPad descriptions at cowboom.com and see how many scratched screens are out there...
Screen protectors, imo, are a personal choice and lifestyle dependent.
I have never used a screen protector on my iPhones or iPads. I am very rough with them as I do not care nor want things to 'own' me and control my behavior.
To sound like a hypocrite, I do have a protective backing on my iPads as I always life them onto table tops etc.
But we are talking about the front glass, right?
My iPhone goes in my pocket, briefcase, backpack etc. My iPads goes through the same experiences sans the pocket part.
None of my iPhones or iPads have ever had a scratch on the front glass. No nicks either.
I have never used a screen protector on my iPhones or iPads. I am very rough with them as I do not care nor want things to 'own' me and control my behavior.
To sound like a hypocrite, I do have a protective backing on my iPads as I always life them onto table tops etc.
But we are talking about the front glass, right?
My iPhone goes in my pocket, briefcase, backpack etc. My iPads goes through the same experiences sans the pocket part.
None of my iPhones or iPads have ever had a scratch on the front glass. No nicks either.
I have to say I disagree. If you use good quality screen protectors they DO not degrade image quality at all. I've got a Tech Armor screen protector on mine and I've compared it to one without a screen protector and there is no difference what so ever.
For me it's well worth $20 to just simply not have to worry about the screen or the coating getting scratched in use, transport, or even when cleaning. The added resale is a plus.
If someone feels otherwise, that's fine, go with what makes you happy.
Blanket statements like that quoted above are specious though and smack of confirmation bias. Maybe true if you hold onto the device for four years but otherwise demonstrably false just by skimming sold listings on eBay. Scratched screens vs flawless screens easily net more than $20 less to the seller on average. Even the trade in services (lowest cash in pocket, but simple/easy) show $15-20 differences. Look at Amazon trade in on ipad4 for scratched/unscratched.
You need to find the ones that are "Ultra HD" or whatever else they market them as. I had one on my last iPad and my current phone and I can hardly tell they are there. They do pick up finger prints a tiny bit more than the original screen itself but its easy to wipe off. Ive tried some of those "full body armor" companies like Zagg and their screen protectors are always... friction-y? Lol
Planning to get some for my Mini and wife's Air as soon as I can figure out what brand I previously purchased them from.
Planning to get some for my Mini and wife's Air as soon as I can figure out what brand I previously purchased them from.
You need to find the ones that are "Ultra HD" or whatever else they market them as. I had one on my last iPad and my current phone and I can hardly tell they are there. They do pick up finger prints a tiny bit more than the original screen itself but its easy to wipe off. Ive tried some of those "full body armor" companies like Zagg and their screen protectors are always... friction-y? Lol
Planning to get some for my Mini and wife's Air as soon as I can figure out what brand I previously purchased them from.
The Zagg HD is nothing like the original. I HATED the original...but the HD has been impressive. Much less frictiony...more like the glass.
However, with the Bodyguardz sale this weekend, I will be putting a tempered glass protector on my Air...excited about that!
The Zagg HD is nothing like the original. I HATED the original...but the HD has been impressive. Much less frictiony...more like the glass.
However, with the Bodyguardz sale this weekend, I will be putting a tempered glass protector on my Air...excited about that!
Ah I see, I didnt realize they put out an HD version as well. I may give it a shot then. How are the tempered glass ones? Are they very thick?