I don't normally post product reviews, mainly because I don't have much time (and I really want to be thorough); however, I decided that I wanted to post a review because I was very pleased with the product. The primary reason I purchased this product was because the oleo-phobic layer on my iPhone 7 Plus had completely worn off (for those of you who don't know what that is, it's the fine layer/coating on the screen that helps minimize the accumulation of fingerprints/oils/water--basically it helps the screen stay nice and clear). When looking at the many different offerings on Amazon, I read quite a few different product reviews in order to make, what I felt would be, the best informed decision about the product to purchase (seeing as there were quite a few other products of similar design/capabilities). Obviously, I finally decided to purchase this product.
I'll just address some of the concerns I had about these types of screen protectors (this includes some of the problems others have mentioned) and their relation to this product:
1) It has cutouts for the front facing camera, the front speaker, the front light sensor, and the home "button". All of the cutouts were perfect including the one for the front speaker.
2) I have observed no "rainbow effect," that some people have described, with this product. The fine edges of the glass protector don't create this effect when the display is lit.
3) The package was received with both protectors intact and no damage whatsoever. This is due to the fact that the kit is contained in a sturdy, hard, container that is incapable of being bent.
4) The protector does indeed have an oleo-phobic layer that has helped minimize fingerprints and natural skin oils on the display. Water drops form a nice little bead and slide right off without a trace.
5) The protector went on without much difficulty. In addition to the two protectors, the kit includes a microfiber cloth, along with two sets of screen prep wipes, small plastic cards (for getting rid of those pesky air bubbles), dust removers, and stickers to assist with the application. I found that the stickers and dust removers weren't really that useful for me. I simply cleaned the screen off with the provided wet wipe, used the microfiber cloth and some canned air, and applied the protector. I initially messed up and had it slightly off (I'm a perfectionist); however, I was able to carefully remove the protector (this is before I used the card to really press it down) and re-adjust it to line up just right.
6) The edges of the protector have adhered perfectly! The plastic card helped me apply firm pressure to get it on there really well. I have no air bubbles and have no problems with the edges of the protector.
7) I use an Apple leather case for my phone and there is no problem with the protector interfering with it. Because of the curved design for the edges of the iPhone display, the protector is only able to cover so far; however, it does cover the screen just right.
8) I'm extremely careful with my electronics and have never cracked a screen on any iPhone I've owned (hopefully I didn't just jinx myself). However, let me say that this protector isn't designed to keep the screen from cracking if the phone is dropped from a high distance onto a hard surface (and it hits just right). It's designed to protect the front of the screen from any blunt force or sharp objects that would scratch/damage the screen.
That's about it for now. I hope people will find this review helpful. By the way, I did not receive any sort of compensation for this. I will definitely be ordering this kit again when the coating wears off. Finally, if I encounter any problems or have any issues as time goes on, I will be sure to make an update to this review.
I recommend this product. I've already purchased it a second time. I dropped my phone face down on the concrete. I've had iPhones before and just knew my screen was going to be cracked! Wrong wrong! My screen was a ok!
These protectors came in a very strong protective box, so no worries about damage during shipping. It also came with stickers to remove dust, cleaning pads,microfiber cloth, and great detailed instructions for install. My problem is when I applied the first one, there was what appeared to be a bubble in the center of the screen. I removed the protector to try again, but the spot remained. It looked like maybe it was a crack in a perfect circle, like glass that had been hit with a BB gun. So I moved on to the second protector. I was able to get it lined up close to centered, but as others have stated, I have bubbling in two of the corners.
Update: I originally gave this a 3 star review, I was fairly satisfied, but not happy. The company reached out to me. They wanted to make sure I was completely satisfied with their product, so they sent me a replacement screen. The replacement screen went on perfect, no bubbles, no cracks, and no blemishes. I can’t even tell I have a screen protector on, it’s super smooth. When a company stands behind their product, that means a lot to me. I will recommend this to friends and family, and I will definitely deal with them again.
These seem to be very good screen protectors. My gripe with all tempered glass screen protectors is that the edges of the screen protectors tend to appear lifted away from the screen. Contrast this with film screen protectors, which are (as the name implies) much flimsier, and therefore have a more consistent adhesion, including the edges. The drawback of film is that it is not as hard, not as clear, and not as smooth. They also tend to hold finger prints and are not as easy to clean. Despite not having the best installation method of others I've tried, these screen protectors have good adhesion. The edges appear to be sticking well and not lifting away as much as others. I should warn you, though, that if you have to keep lifting the screen protector off the phone to remove dust, etc., then it loses adhesion, and you will most likely see spots that simply won't stick. This drives me nuts and usually results in me simply tossing the screen protector (good thing they come in 2-packs!). Thus, the key is to make sure you have this perfectly aligned and that the screen is as clean as humanly possible. Use the wet wipe, use the microfiber cloth to dry, and most importantly, use the sticker to remove those small motes of dust BEFORE you remove the film covering the adhesive side.
This leads me to my thoughts on the installation method the instruction booklet prescribes. It tells you to use two of the smaller guiding stickers (the strips) to create a hinge. That is, you stick them to the left side of the screen protector and then wrap them around the left-side of the phone to keep them fixed on it. I found this method to be unnecessarily complicated because getting everything aligned and then having to make sure two stickers keep that alignment simply doesn't work. Instead, use the larger "Dust-Absorber" sticker to create the hinge. This is much more stable and easier to get the screen protector aligned. Next, stick one of the guiding stickers to the right side of the screen protector. This will give you some to grip when you are pulling the screen protector over to stick it to the phone.
Firstly, I want to say that I purchased this at full price. No discount, freebie, etc. There are way too many fake and bias reviews out there it's ridiculous. On to the product review!
Right off the back, I am impressed with the packaging. Everything included to help you install your glass protector is packaged and labeled neatly in a fancy little bag. Very professional!
The glass protector itself was very easy to install. As is with any other screen protector, the real challenge is keeping dust out. I am so grateful this glass protector is actually bubble free! Mostly, I mean, you do have to remove a few that form after you install it, but they are pretty easy to expell. Just make sure to squeeze out any bubbles with your fingernail. I purchased glass protectors from amFilm and those are absolutely horrible and are prone to halos (which is a massive bubble around the edges). Omoton's glass protectors don't have that problem. Last but not least the feel of the tempered glass is amazing, definitely feels like the original screen.
I hope you've found this unbias review to be helpful. I will update if it explodes or something.
Feature Product
- Perfect fit for: iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 7 Plus (5.5 inch). laser-cut Dimensions provide maximum protection for the screen of your Device. (The curved edges can not be covered. )
- Scratch resistant: This 9H hardness Screen Protector can effectively protect your iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus from unwanted scuffs and scratches by knife, keys and some other hard substances
- Easy Installation: bubble-free smootharmor adhesive makes it easy to install this iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus Screen Protector; 2.5D rounded edges: smooth feeling at all edges
- Smootharmor: OMOTON developed TCD technology on screen protector to achieve good anti-fingerprint property. This ensures the screen protectors now have super smooth surfaces and maintain this slightness of touch for longer than 90 days, 3 times as long as that of normal screen protector
- Note: If you would ever find chip or/and crack on screen protector, for your safety, please wear Glove to remove screen protector gently to avoid any possible further damage or injury
Description
OMOTON: two pack Apple iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus 5.5 inch tempered glass screen Protector With 9H hardness and crystal clear. Customized installation video for your maximum convenience to apply this iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus Screen Protector, we offer an installation Guide video. You can find the video link in the user Manual. Made by tempered glass by undergoing more than 4.5 hours of high temperature temper treatment, this iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus Screen protector's compression strength reach as high as 125MPa, 5 times higher than regular glass. Scratch Terminator 9H hardness, harder than a knife's blade. It is not exaggerated to say this screen protector is Terminator to any possible scratches by keys, knife or other sharp objects. High transparency 99.99% transparency preserves the original screen brightness. You can enjoy a great viewing experience with more brightness and less glare. High responseonly 0.26mm thickness maintains original response sensitivity, which ensures quick app launch, smooth games and video playing. Smudges and fingerprint resistant The hydrophobic oleo phobic coating largely reduces smudges and fingerprint. You keep your screen clean by a simple wipe. Package includes: 1. OMOTON Apple iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus Screen Protector x 2 2. Wet wipes x 23. Microfiber cloth 4. Dust removal and guide sticker 5. Installation instruction6. Bubble removal card please kindly Note: as the screen of iPhone 8 Plus/ 7 Plus is round edged, the screen Protector could not cover the cell phone's screen full, so the screen Protector is a little smaller than the cell phone's screen. The size of our screen protector is the largest at current condition. OMOTON, better than you want!
Great packaging and instructions but the day after installing, I noticed the edges were lifting slightly. Only about 1/32” but enough to see a white border along three edges. Very frustrating given that I’ve installed a bunch of these with no problems.
Update: After the seller replaced the cover, I installed a new one. At first I had similar results but after a couple of days the cover seemed to have flattened out (I don't know of any better way to describe it) and the edges are nearly completely invisible, very much like other screen covers that I've installed. Took a little while to get it all sorted out and I'm not quite sure why it took a few days for the edges to settle down but all in all, it turned out fine.
Just buy it. It's like having another layer of glass so its like not having a screen protector at all. More like a "second chance" break if you break your screen once. Application, instructions, and packaging are all top quality. Price is perfect. Have bought these before and will continue to use them.
Once I ran over my iPhone with my car (partially not completely) and the screen protector cracked. Simply peeled it off and BAM.. new screen. Got another protector and I'm back to normal.
Image is crystal clear like there's nothing there at all.
APPLY THE WAY THEY TELL YOU TO. Don't rush it, don't risk bubbles. Do it EXACTLY how they tell you. Be careful, steady, and at a desk with plenty of light. A desktop light would be ideal.
Update - 8/24/2018: I received a new screen protector and installed it just as directed by the installation video located on YouTube. I’ve been installing a screen protectors on phones for all of my family and friends for many years and didn’t think such a minor little difference and installation technique would matter. It did. I now have a perfectly installed screen protector and had no problems whatsoever. I would still suggest being very careful with the adhesive strips used to attach the protector to the phone that serves as a hinge.
Initial review:
The adhesive strips used to attach the screen protector to the phone (in order to keep the protector in place and applied properly) does a terrible job at actually adhering to the screen protector. This caused my first attempt at applying the screen protector to misalign several times and eventually start bringing in dust. I tried with the second screen protector, this time pressing even harder to the stickers thinking it was my error. Unfortunately it happened again. I could afford to try again as this was the last one that came in the box. So I now have to settle for a screen protector not properly aligned and with a few specs of dust due to having to reapply over and over.
I learned my lesson - keep applying them without the gimmicks included
This came in a very nice box and the instructions and tools to help you put it on work really well. I only wish the card to push out bubbles was stronger but you’re able to push out small bubbles with your thumbs with no issues.
I had one break the second day on my phone but they replaced it right away and wanted me to be completely satisfied. The replacement came with two the same as when you purchase it. That alone makes it worth it to me because so many companies ignore you when soemthing breaks or doesn’t work. It’s nice thick glass to protector your phone and the “hinge” to put it on is very very helpful! Out of all the screen protector brand I’ve used I like this one the best!
I just received these screensaver today. They come in a pack of 2 with a dustproof cleaning cloth, lens cleaning wipes, tape to ensure proper alignment when you place it on your phone, a tool to get out air bubbles and easy to follow instructions to put it on your phone. The easiest installation of a screen protector I've ever done. No air bubbles and no dust caught under the protector. It does not interfere with the operation of the phone. It doesn't make the use of the touchscreen any less sensitive. Absolutely love it so far.
Update: The above is from a purchase in 2017. This past week, the Omoton screensaver literally saved the screen on my iPhone 7 plus that has just turned 1 year old. As my husband and I were walking into a restaurant, I pulled my phone out of my pocket to answer it and dropped the phone directly under his foot as he was stepping up on the curb. The phone didn't take his full weight but a good part of it. The screensaver shattered but the actual screen didn't get a scratch! I am sold on this screensaver as it has kept me from a super expensive screen repair. I have the second screensaver from the pack in a safe place in case I need it. Definitely worth the money.
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