Zagg Invisible shield real world review

[xPosTech]

I ordered a full cover from Zagg that was shipped 20 Feb. I put it on when it arrived several days later. I definitely did not like the stickiness - with one exception. That stickiness on the back cover makes it very easy to pop the rear cover off to get to the battery.

I wrote back in March that I was pleased with the Zagg except for the screen protector. When my hard case from Brando arrived 17 Mar. it destroyed the sides of the Zagg when snapping on to the phone. Slid/pushed/shoved up the edges. I removed the rest of the Zagg covers except for the rear.

I still have the Zagg cover parts I stripped off. Will I try to get them replaced? No. Too much of a hassle to put them on with too many chances of liquid getting in the phone.

Ted

[Voltron8Myhat]

Originally Posted by Solange82200

Aww man. Im so upset. I finally got the nerve to put on the Invisible Shield I had bought, but messed it up. First of all, it was freaking me out seeing all that liquid going through the cracks of my phone. But the thing is that I put the protector down, but ended up with a crease. When I lifted it back up to fix it, it started stretching, and by the time I put it back down without the crease, I had stretched it so that it was too long and thin. They probably wont send me a new one, will they? I just took it off and Im hoping my reusable Boxwave one will look new again once it dries off (it claims that you can wash it with dish detergent and water and put it back on over and over). Sigh, oh well

They'll send you a new one for free (they'll even waive S&H for the first time you replace it). Just send them an e-mail and explain what happened.

To remove the shield if you've misplaced it during install, peel it back just a little, then spray the liquid in there (don't worry about spraying directly on the device). Repeat these steps slowly, being careful not to stretch the shield as you peel it back.

The trick is to make sure there's a good layer of liquid between the shield and the phone so you can move it around. When the liquid dries, it will disappear completely. Don't worry about what it looks like right after install.

Don't be shy with the liquid. The first time I installed a Zagg shield, I refilled the bottle twice (you can fill the bottle up with regular water and the residue left inside is enough to work a couple more times). I think unless you completely submerge the phone, you should be fine. They say it's better to spray the shield instead of the phone, but I got to where I was just loading up the phone with liquid and then being meticulous about squeegeeing out the excess once the shield piece was in place.

To those saying they don't like the screen on the face... yeah, it takes a little getting used to (the material feels like those vinyl, reusable window stickers for your car), but I love how protective it is. You can literally take a key to your screen without worry (disclaimer: I will not pay for your screen if you screw it up with your keys).

As a note: I am experiencing some minor "bunching" of the shield on the front face at the bottom of the device where there are "interior corners" cut to make the shield fit to the contours of the phone. It's not enough to make me remove and re-install, but it is enough to bug my super-anal-retentive brain.

[Solange82200]

Originally Posted by Biker1

Not a problem.Just give customer service a call and explain what happened.They will email you a link to click on and you will just pay $3.95 and they will mail you another one. The first time, they won't ask for the shield that stretched out but they will ask you the second time if you need a replacement.Don't be shy with the liquid and you will be able to slide the shield in place.

Thanks for the advice Biker, Ill give it a shot!

[Biker1]

Btw, I always order 2 shields at a time in case I screw up the installation on one I always have a spare shield to use. As was said prior, don't be bashful about using the liquid as it creates the most important barrier to give you time to adjust the shield. I use the shield for the screen only. Btw, I took the rear cover off my Diamond when I applied the protector which was a mistake as I accidentally got the moisture sticker wet. Don't forget to leave the rear cover ON if you are applying the shield. I since replaced the moisture sticker

[Solange82200]

Well, I paid my three bucks in shipping, got my replacement, and guess what? The box was soaked through and through, and the bottle of liquid empty. Luckily I still have my bottle fro my original shield that I can use, but if I hadnt I would have been scarred. I wonder if they arent tightening some of the lids enough, or if some of the packages are getting roughed around too much in the mail? Oh well, anyway. I just bought some new screen protecters that I read about on Samsung Omnia forum that are supposed to be good, so I may just save my Zagg for later on. Im still very weary of spraying my Omnia with liquid lol.

[Biker1]

Same thing happened to me on my first order regarding the liquid leaking out. The moisture proof shipping package kept the moisture in I used the liquid from the other one since I ordered 2. The refilling of the bottle does not work as is advertised, imo.Btw, Zagg has 50% off on everything for the Memorial Day Holiday. Just enter MEMDAY09 in the coupon code box.

[Solange82200]

I just tried the new shield that I told you guys about, and I must say its the best Ive ever tried. The installation was perfect, I ended up with a tiny fleck of dust towards the bottom, which i got out by lifting that part of the shield up and using tape to get the tiny piece of dust. Other than that, I followed the instructions, just peeling off the backing as I went, and it aligned perfectly with the screen, not a bubble in sight. Perhaps it is my imagination, but it does seem to make the screen look more brilliant. The best part, the package came with two. Here is the link in case anyone is interested:

http://www.sgpstore.com/product_info...roducts_id/333

[RayanMX]

Why pay $25 USD if you can get the exact same thing for $8???

I've been using BestSkinEver since they came out several years ago!

http://www.bestskinsever.com/servlet...ia-i910/Detail

[Biker1]

I have used the Zagg screen shields for a few months now.
When I first got them, I gave them some positive reviews. But now that time has passed, a couple of issues have come up:
1) even afer you wet them, once you start placing the shield on the touch screen, they either apply perfectly on the first try,or if it doesn't, and you have to lift it up, the shield will slightly stretch and you will see "stretch marks."
2) to avoid the above, you need to spray more liquid on the shield before applying. The downside is that you get alot of liquid on your screen which is not always a good thing.
You need to apply the liquid to the shield and your screen to be able to position the protector the way you want it.
3) what has happened to me a couple of times is that the screen gets wet and when you fire up your device, you can see "water marks" on the screen. It looks like the screen is wet, and it is underneath the top layer. The liquid must get in from underneath the edges. It looks sort of blotchy. It takes a couple of days for the screen to "dry out."
Sometimes the wet appearance spreads out, from small areas to larger areas.
4) once you get your Invisible Shield applied the way you want it, it is Extremely Scratch Resistant. I would even say it is Sratch Proof!
There is a downside to this. The material that Zagg uses has a "stretchiness" to it. If you use your stylus alot, especially on the right side, from top to bottom, like I do, the Invisible Shield will start to deform slightly. It will start to get depressions, little indents, etc. But it's not so bad.
The good thing is that Zagg has an excellent lifetime Replacement Policy. For $3.95, they will issue you a new protector. They will send you a link vai email, and you just follow the instructions. With your first replacement, you don't have to send your shield in. But with subsequent replacements, you have to mail back your shield.
5) because of the above issues, I always purcahase 2 shields at a time so I can have a spare in case the first shield does not apply properly or I have to exchange it.

The shield stays pretty clean of dust, fibers, etc. when applying due to the fact that you apply it wet. But as discussed, there is a downside to that.

Anyway there you have it. I will continue to use the Invisible Shield because even though it has its negatives, I feel the positive aspects of the Shield win out.

Oh, I know that some don't like the "tacky" feeling that the screen has. For me, it is a non issue. I know its there but hardly.

[cg83]

Originally Posted by RayanMX

Why pay $25 USD if you can get the exact same thing for $8???

I've been using BestSkinEver since they came out several years ago!

http://www.bestskinsever.com/servlet...ia-i910/Detail

thanks. will look into it cause my zagg shield didnt even last long and it pisses me off. its all dirty and crappy looking, pieces fell off, its frustrating. i will look into this one.