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Screen goes black when you make a call on 5.1, try this.

I'm not a screen protector salesman, nor do I have stock in one. This worked for me, but your milage may vary.
I updated to 5.1 yesterday and since then, every single time I made a call my screen would go black and become unresponsive. When the person at the other end hung up, it would eventually come back. I figured it was the rom and/or kernel. I tried as many rom, kernels and combinations as I could and nothing. I eventually found a thread sharing that the sensor became more sensitive in the upgrade and even if you never had an issue in 5.0, your screen protector is probably the issue. I thought no way, I paid like $20, really liked the protection and it never caused an issue, it was a tempered glass protector and clear as day, but I was desperate.
The second I took it off and pressed enter on a call, no black screen. I could actually make a call, cover the sensor with my protector and the screen went black.
I know it sucks, i really didn't want to change my protector, but I could not use the phone the way it was.

jackpollard said:
I'm not a screen protector salesman, nor do I have stock in one. This worked for me, but your milage may vary.
I updated to 5.1 yesterday and since then, every single time I made a call my screen would go black and become unresponsive. When the person at the other end hung up, it would eventually come back. I figured it was the rom and/or kernel. I tried as many rom, kernels and combinations as I could and nothing. I eventually found a thread sharing that the sensor became more sensitive in the upgrade and even if you never had an issue in 5.0, your screen protector is probably the issue. I thought no way, I paid like $20, really liked the protection and it never caused an issue, it was a tempered glass protector and clear as day, but I was desperate.
The second I took it off and pressed enter on a call, no black screen. I could actually make a call, cover the sensor with my protector and the screen went black.
I know it sucks, i really didn't want to change my protector, but I could not use the phone the way it was.
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which screen protector? if it's not properly cut or is an old plastic type protector that's probably the problem. The good properly cut tempered glass screen protectors don't seem to have this issue.

Same problem here, but worse.
When the screen went black during the call, the phone shut down, and has been misbehaving ever since, I've still not been able to unlock it fully. I suspect the Device Protection feature of 5.1 (anti-theft) to be the cause of the problem...
Images of problem: http://imgur.com/a/cizWc
Any idea of what I should do?

neyenlives said:
which screen protector? if it's not properly cut or is an old plastic type protector that's probably the problem. The good properly cut tempered glass screen protectors don't seem to have this issue.
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I used Skinomi Tech Tempered Glass ultra thin, it was rated well. It did cover the sensor, but like I said, never had an issue on 5.0 and and once I took it off, worked like a charm. You have a suggestion for a good tempered glass protector?

Baalinooo said:
Same problem here, but worse.
When the screen went black during the call, the phone shut down, and has been misbehaving ever since, I've still not been able to unlock it fully. I suspect the Device Protection feature of 5.1 (anti-theft) to be the cause of the problem...
Images of problem: http://imgur.com/a/cizWc
Any idea of what I should do?
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Dang man, that's way past my "take the screen protector off" fix. I'm thinking you have a more complex issue. Were you unlocked and rooted? Custom rom or kernel? The allow oem unlock checked in dev settings? Can you do a full wipe and step through the flash process in fastboot?

Completely stock. I found a workaround. Remove the SIM card before powering-up. This time I am first asked to draw my unlock pattern, as it is supposed to do. Then, let the phone boot to my homescreen and then only I replace the SIM card. I am asked for my PIN et voilà.
I think the new anti-theft feature is indeed at fault. It is somehow overridden by the PIN request. Oh well, at least my phone works now
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Regarding the screen proximity sensor problem.
Do you think a deliberately smaller tempered glass screen protector would work?
http://www.amazon.com/Orzly®-Tempered-Protective-Protector-SmartPhone/dp/B00ORYY4IO
Where is the sensor located on the screen? Between the camera and top speaker?

I've been using a Zagg GSP with the same problems... So far removing it has been my only fix. Didn't have problems before 5.1 even with some haloing!
I think the proximity sensor is to the left of the top speaker. If you hold the phone just right in the light you can see two little dots under the glass.

rmanaka said:
I've been using a Zagg GSP with the same problems... So far removing it has been my only fix. Didn't have problems before 5.1 even with some haloing!
I think the proximity sensor is to the left of the top speaker. If you hold the phone just right in the light you can see two little dots under the glass.
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You should call Zagg at 18007009244 . I just called and they said that it was the first reported case, and that if enough people called in, they would investigate. They also said that you can remove the existing screen protector, use some other one, and just get a warranty replacement if/when a new Zagg GSP comes out.

Xtremeguard fixed this issue in their spartan glass. They also fixed the "halo-ing" issue many protectors have. They made cutouts for the camera and sensors. I'll post pics once I get home. I encountered OPs glitch with the original spartan glass I had (1st gen?).

jackpollard said:
I used Skinomi Tech Tempered Glass ultra thin, it was rated well. It did cover the sensor, but like I said, never had an issue on 5.0 and and once I took it off, worked like a charm. You have a suggestion for a good tempered glass protector?
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Hey man, as I suggested, try xtremeguard. Here are some pics and they have cutouts for the camera and sensors. They usually have sales; don't buy it regular price, its ridiculous! Here's a code I found that works if you purchase two items: Spring90
Or if you want just one, use 75off
I just use their glass protectors on all my devices and I've had good experiences with them. They now ship their glass in a hard plastic case; less chances of breaking. Pictures attached!

Is this issue really just limited to people with screen protectors? I have the Zagg HDX and am having this same problem. I really don't want to replace my screen protector and don't want to have to go back to a non 5.1 ROM. Unfortunately I do spend a lot of time making phone calls at work and need to dial extensions which I'm unable to do because of this.
Are there any kind of Kernel modifications or system settings that can be adjusted to fix the issue?

drscott333 said:
Is this issue really just limited to people with screen protectors? I have the Zagg HDX and am having this same problem. I really don't want to replace my screen protector and don't want to have to go back to a non 5.1 ROM. Unfortunately I do spend a lot of time making phone calls at work and need to dial extensions which I'm unable to do because of this.
Are there any kind of Kernel modifications or system settings that can be adjusted to fix the issue?
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Yes it really is. I had the problem on my Nexus 4 with a protector so I made sure to buy a protector with cutouts on my Nexus 5. I thought they would have fixed it on the Nexus 6, although it is still very sensitive. I had the problem with a full glass protector and my screen would stay off during a call even after using the power button. So I emailed xtremeguard and fortunately they modified their guard to have cutouts for the sensors as you can see in the pics I posted on the last page.

Same behavior with Skinomi tempered glass protector. Took it off and the phone works fine.

drscott333 said:
Is this issue really just limited to people with screen protectors? I have the Zagg HDX and am having this same problem. I really don't want to replace my screen protector and don't want to have to go back to a non 5.1 ROM. Unfortunately I do spend a lot of time making phone calls at work and need to dial extensions which I'm unable to do because of this.
Are there any kind of Kernel modifications or system settings that can be adjusted to fix the issue?
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There was some talk about an issue with the sensors and 5.1 causing the issue also, but it seemed it was a small minority that had this issue. As far as I know, you have to bite the bullet and peel off the protector. I tried 3 different kernels and 3 different roms and nothing at all worked. The good news is they have plenty of cheap alternatives that have the cut-outs. Good luck.

jackpollard said:
I used Skinomi Tech Tempered Glass ultra thin, it was rated well. It did cover the sensor, but like I said, never had an issue on 5.0 and and once I took it off, worked like a charm. You have a suggestion for a good tempered glass protector?
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Skinomi is aware of the issue. I wasn't sure what was causing it until i found this thread. Removed my protector and problem was fixed. It looks like Skinomi is aware of the issue though, contacted them and got a replacement since i had removed my glass protector. The replacement glass no longer covers the sensor.

No need to remove your screen protector. Just head to Accessibility--> Turn on 'Power Button ends call' and Boom!
I too had the same problem just after upgrading to 5.1
Tried this and it works like a charm. No issues till now. I hear that 5.1 messed the sensitivity of the proximity sensors. But lucky enough for us, 5.1.1 has a patch to fix this issue. Till you get an update for 5.1.1 just keep enabled Power Button ends call, and you'll be just fine. No need to spoil your completely alright $20 screen protector
Thanks!

The only thing that worked for me !
Hi,
I empathize with you. I found myself buying a Nexus 5 in India in 2013 with a lot of excitement and the same happened after upgrading to lollipop and then marshmallow. I removed am imported tempered glass screen protector and that didn't work. Next, I downgraded to KitKat 4.4.4 and that didn't work. Google's product forum was a waste of time. Their rep said the same things: remove the screen protector, clear cache and finally do a factory data reset. I'm not from a technical background and after saying prayers which I said only in my childhood, the below is what finally what worked for me:
1) Downgraded to KitKat 4.4.4. I have a MacBook so used this YouTube link:
https://youtu.be/pzzDxrccZO8
2) Rooted my device using King root. Link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
2) Installed Xposed framework. Link:
http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer
3) Disabled the proximity sensor from Xposed framework. This YouTube link helped:
https://youtu.be/hPRujBMeuz0
Hallelujah ! I can see my screen again when making calls. Like I said, I'm from a human resources background and literally prayed like Armageddon had just started before doing all the above. I can't guarantee if these will brick your phone or put it in some perpetual bootloop mode, so do it at your own risk ! Started believing strongly in God but disbelieving in Android after this whole bloody experience.
Cheers !:good:

Spigen Flex HD - Application

Hi all,
Fitted my Flex HD protector (front and rear, pics below)... Rear fits great height-wise, but a bit short width-wise, not bad in general though... Quite good at applying these protectors and I got it without a single bubble
Front one though was a different story... It was my first ever wet-protector install and I'm not entirely sure about it. The fit is GREAT! Just not sure how well my actual application has gone...
Anyone installed this specific protector on this phone and able to offer any advice on whether the bubbles shown will work themselves out over a few days as it says they should? Doesn't seem to be any dust below, just bubbles
Thanks!

They'll go away. It took mine two days to disappear. the first day I saw a few and tried to move them out and by the second night I couldn't see any bubbles.

you can always take it off and re-install. The pray that comes with it does not work as well as a small bowl of water with a drop of dischwashing soap. Make sure your fingers are good and wet and they with some practice you should be able to get much less bubbles right away. I am a perfectionist and it took me 4 applications to get it perfect. I had zero bubbles as soon as I was done and it took about 1 day for the excess moisture to dry for a perfect application. No hair, dust or bubbles. Surpirsingingly, I really like how this SP feels on the phone, and I always have used tempered glass.
The good thing about a wet application is that you get second chances, unlike glass (at least i my experience)
good luck

Mine looked the same as your's OP, by the end of the night most of the small bubbles were gone. Really hoping the rest of them work themselves out over the next few days. Most comments I've read say they do, so I'm optimistic as I am a perfectionist as well. Can't stand the sight of bubbles or blemishes in my screen protector.

DrkGhst87 said:
Mine looked the same as your's OP…
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I see the orange peel effect and i have ordered this screen protector does the effect go away over time? is it a matter of stretching as much as possible during application with the card?

Thanks all
It seems that after about 12 hours it is looking a lot better, not quite perfect yet though
I also see now there are a couple of bits of dust (I made the mistake of putting it back down on the sheet after taking it off initially to clean the screen again)... Surprisingly though the bits with the dust aren't the worst bubbles, in fact they're not very visible at all
Will give it a few more days then maybe post some more pics for people to see what it is like

It took mine about a week for all the bubbles to work themselves out, but now that the did I can't even tell I have a screen protector on my phone. Really happy with the front protector!

I'm gonna have to redo it as it has dust from when I put it down
But yes the bubbles in general surprisingly are sorting themselves out

Anyone think their screen looks slightly yellowish hue after installing this? I don't recall how mine looked before so I'm really hoping this is so and it's not my actual screen. If it's my screen then I will be exchanging if because it's quite irritating. And it's perfectly white when I hold the screen at an angle instead of dead on.
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This is smooth to touch,right?

beda_boy said:
This is smooth to touch,right?
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Yes
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So anyone notice the screen looking yellow after installing this?
I would simply take mine off and determine that way but then I would have no protection afterwords. So any help would be greatly appreciated.
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does that screen protector cover the curves???

oneandroidnut said:
does that screen protector cover the curves???
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Yes. Covers the entire face of the phone.
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Pure+ said:
Yes. Covers the entire face of the phone.
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interesting i may have to grab one if i get an edge

Kur0ya said:
I see the orange peel effect and i have ordered this screen protector does the effect go away over time? is it a matter of stretching as much as possible during application with the card?
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After 2 days, all blemishes and bubbles are gone. I've had several people say they had no idea there was even a screen protector on until I told them. It feels like glass and doesn't have that rubbery feel to it like how some other "wet" application screen protectors feel. I also don't have any discoloration due to the screen protector either. I can honestly say I love how it looks.
I was very skeptical at first since this was my first "wet" application screen protector. I've always used the one and done "dry" application ones. The application process was very nerve racking with all that "solution" on my phone, and trust me I was with everyone else with how my phone looked initially. But after letting it settle for a few days, I can say I'm glad I went with this screen protector that wraps from edge to edge versus going with one that only covered the top of the screen. I highly recommend it to anyone on the fence :good:

Kur0ya said:
I see the orange peel effect and i have ordered this screen protector does the effect go away over time? is it a matter of stretching as much as possible during application with the card?
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YMMV, some people here claim it goes away but I frankly don't believe them. The orange peel effect is there and in full force even after a week. There's even a bubble that will not go away even though there is no dust underneath. I'm returning this one ASAP and I recommend against anyone buying it.

DrkGhst87 said:
After 2 days, all blemishes and bubbles are gone. I've had several people say they had no idea there was even a screen protector on until I told them. It feels like glass and doesn't have that rubbery feel to it like how some other "wet" application screen protectors feel. I also don't have any discoloration due to the screen protector either. I can honestly say I love how it looks.
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is it possible you can take multiple front and back photos please?
ThugEsquire said:
YMMV, some people here claim it goes away but I frankly don't believe them. The orange peel effect is there and in full force even after a week. There's even a bubble that will not go away even though there is no dust underneath. I'm returning this one ASAP and I recommend against anyone buying it.
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yeah.. I like the bubbles happen when lack of liquid and the card isnt used properly and will not come out.
where did you purchase? thoughts on skinomi full protection incl sides?

azibux1 said:
Hi all,
Fitted my Flex HD protector (front and rear, pics below)... Rear fits great height-wise, but a bit short width-wise, not bad in general though... Quite good at applying these protectors and I got it without a single bubble
Front one though was a different story... It was my first ever wet-protector install and I'm not entirely sure about it. The fit is GREAT! Just not sure how well my actual application has gone...
Anyone installed this specific protector on this phone and able to offer any advice on whether the bubbles shown will work themselves out over a few days as it says they should? Doesn't seem to be any dust below, just bubbles
Thanks!
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I don't think this is brilliant. Those "bubbles" don't look like they'll disappear. Looks like a defective screen protector. Did these ever go away? Wonder if others had the same problem and it is a result of a faulty batch

Kur0ya said:
is it possible you can take multiple front and back photos please?
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Here's my phone with the FlexHD on after 3 days

And I thought I did a good job. You sir are a master at installing liquid install protectors. If I were to place my phone next to yours it would look like ****, although I did install mine in the car, outside of best buy, on my lap, on a rainy day with no light, because I didn't dare put the phone in my phone or any where else for the drive home.
Oh well, good thing it came with 2 protectors. Can always try again.

(UK) Screen Knight Edge-to-Edge Screen Protector

If you're in the UK and desperate to get your screen protected until something better comes along, I can personally recommend this product.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=161994219563&alt=web
It is of the wet apply variety however what I like about this is it has very low friction (rubbery feel) under finger like some other I've experienced in the past. Seller is UK based. I collected from Argos the day after I ordered it.
I've had Zagg in the past and considering how much they charge this is somewhat comparable in terms of quality. For £4 it will more than suffice until (read if) a decent tempered one hits the shelves.

Chris_c81 said:
If you're in the UK and desperate to get your screen protected until something better comes along, I can personally recommend this product.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=161994219563&alt=web
It is of the wet apply variety however what I like about this is it has very low friction (rubbery feel) under finger like some other I've experienced in the past. Seller is UK based. I collected from Argos the day after I ordered it.
I've had Zagg in the past and considering how much they charge this is somewhat comparable in terms of quality. For £4 it will more than suffice until (read if) a decent tempered one hits the shelves.
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I ordered one of these yesterday which should be coming today. Nice to know its decent enough. I couldnt find a Matte protector in the UK so will use this until one comes out.

s17nj said:
I ordered one of these yesterday which should be coming today. Nice to know its decent enough. I couldnt find a Matte protector in the UK so will use this until one comes out.
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Thanks just received a set of front and back in the post good to know there decent was worried. How did the install go ?. Can you use a case OK without it riding up ?
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Strangeland16 said:
Thanks just received a set of front and back in the post good to know there decent was worried. How did the install go ?. Can you use a case OK without it riding up ?
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just installed the front and rear these are perrfect i ordered 2 sets and now have a spare which is awesome sides seem to stick well but will wait a few hours and try in my case if they work well ill recommend this to anyone will update later. so far very happy

got one its to big around corners

ChazyChaz said:
got one its to big around corners
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Really!? Mine fit perfectly. Honestly can't complain for the money.

Strangeland16 said:
Thanks just received a set of front and back in the post good to know there decent was worried. How did the install go ?. Can you use a case OK without it riding up ?
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just installed the front and rear these are perrfect i ordered 2 sets and now have a spare which is awesome sides seem to stick well but will wait a few hours and try in my case if they work well ill recommend this to anyone will update later. so far very happy
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FYI I'm using the Samsung Clear View case absolutely fine with this screen protector. Obviously it's wise to let it fully cure (dry) before putting in the case.

yes i have for s6 and was ok
best its from this guys , http://www.ultimateshield.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s7-edge-screen-protector
cover full phone without this ugly cutting

Chris_c81 said:
FYI I'm using the Samsung Clear View case absolutely fine with this screen protector. Obviously it's wise to let it fully cure (dry) before putting in the case.
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Yeah thanks just tried it and no problems . These are excellent projectors. Will stick with this unless a tempered glass that actually fits comes out . So easy to install and looks good still

ChazyChaz said:
yes i have for s6 and was ok
best its from this guys , http://www.ultimateshield.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s7-edge-screen-protector
cover full phone without this ugly cutting
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I can live with it for £3.99 personally. One you linked is out of stock.

Chris_c81 said:
I can live with it for £3.99 personally. One you linked is out of stock.
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Contacted them few weeks ago , today will be in stock.

I haven't installed mine yet, as received it yesterday. Chris_c81 did you have to wait until the flat surface is dry before sticking the edges down?

s17nj said:
I haven't installed mine yet, as received it yesterday. Chris_c81 did you have to wait until the flat surface is dry before sticking the edges down?
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Perseverance to be honest. I found that the main screen piece held in place quickest. I squeegeed out excess liquid via the edges. Then started to work on the edges. Took a few attempts but eventually the edges held good enough in place. For several hours after while watching TV I used a combination of thumbs and fingers to smooth out any noticeable liquid. I also used a rubber pencil eraser to smooth out. Kept working on the edges too. I'm a bit anal about things like this so I kept at it until the whole screen surface was satisfactory to me lol. Next day it had cured fully.

Just found my first issue with these . Put in my pocket while I biked to work took out of pocket when at work and it had lifted. And also it's scratched like mad I know it's meant to protect the screen underneath but it looks awful. Also if it scratches in my pocket what's it going to do if it meets anything sharp. Think I'll be looking for something else. Gutted

Chris_c81 said:
Perseverance to be honest. I found that the main screen piece held in place quickest. I squeegeed out excess liquid via the edges. Then started to work on the edges. Took a few attempts but eventually the edges held good enough in place. For several hours after while watching TV I used a combination of thumbs and fingers to smooth out any noticeable liquid. I also used a rubber pencil eraser to smooth out. Kept working on the edges too. I'm a bit anal about things like this so I kept at it until the whole screen surface was satisfactory to me lol. Next day it had cured fully.
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Thanks Chris, will try this tonight and leave it to cure over night.

Strangeland16 said:
Just found my first issue with these . Put in my pocket while I biked to work took out of pocket when at work and it had lifted. And also it's scratched like mad I know it's meant to protect the screen underneath but it looks awful. Also if it scratches in my pocket what's it going to do if it meets anything sharp. Think I'll be looking for something else. Gutted
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Must've been chaffing on the phone quite a bit for it to lift! I can run my finger quite hard against the edge and no lift. I can see what you mean about the other issue though. I'm using mine with the Clear View case from Samsung so hadn't noticed. Ran my finger nail down the screen protector and it does seem to leave a little mark. It's protecting the screen so I can't complain too much plus you only notice the marks when angled in the right light.
As I say, for £4 - which is basically nothing - and quick UK delivery, for me I'm treating this as a cheap and quick method of protecting the screen until something better comes along.

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Must've been chaffing on the phone quite a bit for it to lift! I can run my finger quite hard against the edge and no lift. I can see what you mean about the other issue though. I'm using mine with the Clear View case from Samsung so hadn't noticed. Ran my finger nail down the screen protector and it does seem to leave a little mark. It's protecting the screen so I can't complain too much plus you only notice the marks when angled in the right light.
As I say, for £4 - which is basically nothing - and quick UK delivery, for me I'm treating this as a cheap and quick method of protecting the screen until something better comes along.
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Yeah I'm just really fussy with these things hate marks but like you say it's cheap and protecting screen. I have a spare so will put that on and hope something better comes out fast

Strangeland16 said:
Yeah I'm just really fussy with these things hate marks but like you say it's cheap and protecting screen. I have a spare so will put that on and hope something better comes out fast
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Day one I NEEDED protection hence this purchase! Couldn't bare the thought of a hairline scratch on the screen within first few days!!

Chris_c81 said:
Day one I NEEDED protection hence this purchase! Couldn't bare the thought of a hairline scratch on the screen within first few days!!
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Yeah definitely please keep me informed if you find anything else

already in stock if someone intersted in my opinion best i found.
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Chris_c81 said:
I can live with it for £3.99 personally. One you linked is out of stock.
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already in stock ordered will see if its same good like s6 edge.

ChazyChaz said:
already in stock if someone intersted in my opinion best i found.
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already in stock ordered will see if its same good like s6 edge.
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Ordered one too. Only £6 for screen only.

Finger Print / Home button Screen Protector (amazon.co.uk)

OK chaps, after the reports of the Home Button being plastic (I am pretty sure it is) I asked ScreenKnight, one of the suppliers on amazon.co.uk if they would produce a screen protector for it along with some to protect the very scratch prone heart rate sensor/flash and the outer part of the camera lens. Well they kindly obliged...
I have not received mine yet as am currently working away until the weekend but will post a review once I have them in hand and applied. However I cannot see it hurting to add that little bit more protection.
I did test the fingerprint sensor with a screen protector over it (prior to my request) and it worked fine but you may need to re-train a finger or two.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01CXHMUVO
Hope this helps a few!

Camera protectors sound good in theory, after all who wants the cover for the camera lens to end up scratched or cracked? However, they almost always end up in a degraded image quality. I would be interested in protecting the home button though, providing the protection doesn't interfere with print reading. Look forward to the review.

I did request that there is a hole for the lens, so only protects the outer part, I would never use a protector that covered the whole leans part.... but will report back once home at the weekend..
Also, from tests out there the camera is very scratch resistant anyway

I wonder how much money would the screen protectors cost, let alone the skill you would need to put these on perfect. I know I could do it, just worried about the rest who have a hard time putting on a screen protector!

I think putting these on will be very easy tbh, just line up one end, no room for bubbles etc. Let's hope I am not eating my own words soon lol

Should get mine tomorrow so we will see

I suppose the protector on the home button would be useful for raising it a little when a screen protector is applied to the screen.
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Mine has arrived will be fitting tonight so I'll post back with review later

chippyuk said:
OK chaps, after the reports of the Home Button being plastic (I am pretty sure it is) I asked ScreenKnight, one of the suppliers on amazon.co.uk if they would produce a screen protector for it along with some to protect the very scratch prone heart rate sensor/flash and the outer part of the camera lens. Well they kindly obliged...
I have not received mine yet as am currently working away until the weekend but will post a review once I have them in hand and applied. However I cannot see it hurting to add that little bit more protection.
I did test the fingerprint sensor with a screen protector over it (prior to my request) and it worked fine but you may need to re-train a finger or two.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01CXHMUVO
Hope this helps a few!
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No luck with home button covered phone doesn't even recognise a finger is on the sensor had to remove it

I'd have to question, is a protector really worth it for home button and camera!?

Chris_c81 said:
I'd have to question, is a protector really worth it for home button and camera!?
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proberly not but i bought my phone on the samsung upgrade finance deal which means in a year if i keep this pristine and scratch free i can upgrade to the samsung s8 and they will pay off the reaminder on my finance. want to keep it as mark free as possible so they cant find a reason to refuse to upgrade it

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No luck with home button covered phone doesn't even recognise a finger is on the sensor had to remove it
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Bugger! It worked with a protector I had here... Did you try to add a finger with it on or just to access the phone?

Chris_c81 said:
I'd have to question, is a protector really worth it for home button and camera!?
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Looking at my S6E button (not a single mark anywhere else on the phone) and some of the comments about the S7E button on here then I would say yes but it is all relative right!

chippyuk said:
Bugger! It worked with a protector I had here... Did you try to add a finger with it on or just to access the phone?
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No tried to add a finger and it just sits there as doesn't detect a finger is on the scanner. Maybe you will have better luck let me know please ?

Will do! Guess it is down to the material they use! Apologies to have wasted your money!

chippyuk said:
Will do! Guess it is down to the material they use! Apologies to have wasted your money!
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no its fine wasnt a lot of money and i would have ordered it if i had seen it anyway. not blaming you in the slightest mate. if you have better luck i may try again as may have done something wrong will wait for your attempt first though

i can confirme it is horrible:
putting it on is easy, quality is horrible and most for the home button it is way too thick and fingerprint is unusable. removing it also leaves residue, worth a try for few bucks

Don't buy this.. I bought it and scratched the heart rate monitor trying to put it on. I have a ultimate shields camera covers. It came with the full body screen protector and it's brilliant. The camera protector has a hole for the sensor area so no loss in image quality.
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The installation came with it said it was a wet application.. It that the case?

ziggazee said:
Don't buy this.. I bought it and scratched the heart rate monitor trying to put it on. I have a ultimate shields camera covers. It came with the full body screen protector and it's brilliant. The camera protector has a hole for the sensor area so no loss in image quality.
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The installation came with it said it was a wet application.. It that the case?
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My HRM got scracthed on day 1. I didn't realize it was cheap plastic so when brushing it off with one of my DSLR lens brushes it got scratched. I was surprised to say the least, but i never use it, nor do I even remember it being there so it doesn't matter to me.

Did anybody of you try on home button some liquid protector like wowfixit for example?
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Screen Protectors for Moto Z play

I need some help. I wan to buy a screen protector or a tempered glass cover for my Moto Z play. It already has a few small scratches over its screen and I would like to prevent more. So please give me links to some which buy online in India. I did found some but the reviews made me doubtful, particularly the fact that some part of screen is left uncovered. so please help me.

SK47007 said:
I need some help. I wan to buy a screen protector or a tempered glass cover for my Moto Z play. It already has a few small scratches over its screen and I would like to prevent more. So please give me links to some which buy online in India. I did found some but the reviews made me doubtful, particularly the fact that some part of screen is left uncovered. so please help me.
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The gap is necessary.
I think all 3 Zs can use the same one, a theory of mine, not yet confirmed.
Look at the other forums.
I too am ready to buy.

as i compared tempered glasses on ebay for Z and Z Play, the difference is upper part - they both have flash and front camera but switched between models

Crap I am looking at selling my Moto g4 plus and buying this phone. Are you guys saying that this phone doesn't like tempered glass screen protectors and doesn't have a bumper case that is compatible with the Moto mods?

yayo685 said:
Crap I am looking at selling my Moto g4 plus and buying this phone. Are you guys saying that this phone doesn't like tempered glass screen protectors and doesn't have a bumper case that is compatible with the Moto mods?
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Incipio and Verizon (in the US) do a bumper case you can use with Moto Mods.
I use tempered glass, just that the edges are beveled and it will show a slight 'edge'. Same for other glass protectors.

emailrob said:
Incipio and Verizon (in the US) do a bumper case you can use with Moto Mods.
I use tempered glass, just that the edges are beveled and it will show a slight 'edge'. Same for other glass protectors.
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Would you mind linking the tempered glass screen protector please? Based off what I am reading in the other threads it looks like the screen protectors take away a lot of the screen responsiveness.

yayo685 said:
Would you mind linking the tempered glass screen protector please? Based off what I am reading in the other threads it looks like the screen protectors take away a lot of the screen responsiveness.
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I picked up a pair of Omoton brand tempered glass for $8 on Amazon. They are "meh" at best. First one I missed a spot of dust mid screen, tried to pull to reapply, and cracked the corner. Not totally unusual. Second one went on clean, but had 3 big bubbles - worked their way out after 3 days. Because of the 2.5d taper of the device screen, there's an unattached "ring" around the edge of the screen (maybe 2-3 mm wide) where the protector doesn't fully attach. Screen responsiveness is mildly diminished - rarely causes any serious issue, but missed touches/swipes do happen.
Tempted to pull and run naked, but it's tolerable for now and I like the added protection, since I don't have insurance.

yayo685 said:
Would you mind linking the tempered glass screen protector please? Based off what I am reading in the other threads it looks like the screen protectors take away a lot of the screen responsiveness.
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Same one as the poster above
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LY9TCL2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Two pack. Screen responsiveness seems fine, and I'm happy that the screen is safe.

try this one, it covers almost all (made for z force but fits moto z play too)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172316562388
i know it is not topic but i also ordered this:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32781307755.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.5RlNaJ

drvoje said:
try this one, it covers almost all (made for z force but fits moto z play too)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172316562388
i know it is not topic but i also ordered this:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32781307755.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.5RlNaJ
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Please post pictures when you get the 2nd one

Does anybody know if there is a tempered glass privacy shield for Z Play? Like the ones that prevent people from seeing the screen when they look at it in an angle.

Sparin is fabulous
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FYSGZM4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

drvoje said:
[...] i know it is not topic but i also ordered this:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32781307755.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.5RlNaJ
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I had to log in just to say thanks. I've been looking everywhere for a protector that covers the rear glass as well as the front. Thanks a bunch <3 :highfive:

aviwdoowks said:
Sparin is fabulous
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FYSGZM4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I just got my Sparin screen protector on my MZP, and I couldn't be more satisfied. It's a perfectly molded glass screen protector, and comes with a top notch installation kit and tools. Patience and applying in as dust free place as you can find are key.
I didn't even have bubbles to work out after applying, and the edges stared to stick after just a few times of pushing on them.

dplakta said:
I had to log in just to say thanks. I've been looking everywhere for a protector that covers the rear glass as well as the front. Thanks a bunch <3 :highfive:
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Sherman tank!
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brinox said:
I just got my Sparin screen protector on my MZP, and I couldn't be more satisfied. It's a perfectly molded glass screen protector, and comes with a top notch installation kit and tools. Patience and applying in as dust free place as you can find are key.
I didn't even have bubbles to work out after applying, and the edges stared to stick after just a few times of pushing on them.
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I was able to pry mine up, wipe off and put back on. Lol
Update l rinsed sticky side with distilled water, any caught under glass goes away in a week or so

Thanks to those of you who suggested the sparin screen protectors.
Got mine a couple days ago, and installed today. Definitely a slightly smaller coverage area than the Omoton I replaced. The sparin does give me a halo of unattached edge still, but it's smaller than the omoton, and most importantly almost nonexistent on the bottom edge - so hopefully won't hook on my pocket and peel up like the omoton.
Nicely packaged, good install kit. Install went fine - 2 good sized bubbles toward one edge initially, but they both worked themselves out after a couple hours.
Screen sensitivity is a little better than with the omoton protector, but still slightly diminished from naked.
Overall, would buy again.

drvoje said:
try this one, it covers almost all (made for z force but fits moto z play too)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172316562388
i know it is not topic but i also ordered this:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32781307755.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.5RlNaJ
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razorsbk said:
Please post pictures when you get the 2nd one
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I have just receive the second one.
Good:
- no halo effect.
Bad:
-Does not fit properly, the black part at the bottom is to big and it covers the screen
- Camrea and flash holes doesnt fit either, I had to sacrifice a tiny part of the flash in order to have the camera visible (not a big deal, flash works with no problem and pictures look good)
Here is a picture using a game as reference, on the right part, you can se I have 1228 coins, but in fact I have 12280 so... well a part is lost.
As you can see I tried to place the glass as closest I could to the bottom and you can also see the camera and flash holes, that part its really making me nervous because I really need that to be centered (despite it works great). I have a problem with that, maybe I´m crazy :laugh:
Well.... for 3-4 euros I paid its not that bad but this glass its not for Z play. I dont know If someone tried on a normal Z.
oh! about the "feeling" its not as soft as naked or using the omoton but its OK (Im just an average user maybe someone find it worst than OK).
I wanted to try the sparin one but here on Spain I cant find it, only Omoton.
Sorry if i made any grammar mistake (I´m still learning! )
EDIT: Added game screenshot so you can see how much screen is lost, not much to be honest and now the navbar looks smaller! (you can see 100% the buttons and its fully operative, maybe this should go the "good" part )
Thats something I really miss from gravity box, making smaller the navbar, the centered clock and the traffic monitor. Im 100% stock right now.
@drvoje : Did you tried the first screen protector you mentioned? how does it look?

Iktor said:
I have just receive the second one.
Good:
- no halo effect.
Bad:
-Does not fit properly, the black part at the bottom is to big and it covers the screen
- Camrea and flash holes doesnt fit either, I had to sacrifice a tiny part of the flash in order to have the camera visible (not a big deal, flash works with no problem and pictures look good)
Here is a picture using a game as reference, on the right part, you can se I have 1228 coins, but in fact I have 12280 so... well a part is lost.
As you can see I tried to place the glass as closest I could to the bottom and you can also see the camera and flash holes, that part its really making me nervous because I really need that to be centered (despite it works great). I have a problem with that, maybe I´m crazy :laugh:
Well.... for 3-4 euros I paid its not that bad but this glass its not for Z play. I dont know If someone tried on a normal Z.
oh! about the "feeling" its not as soft as naked or using the omoton but its OK (Im just an average user maybe someone find it worst than OK).
I wanted to try the sparin one but here on Spain I cant find it, only Omoton.
Sorry if i made any grammar mistake (I´m still learning! )
EDIT: Added game screenshot so you can see how much screen is lost, not much to be honest and now the navbar looks smaller! (you can see 100% the buttons and its fully operative, maybe this should go the "good" part )
Thats something I really miss from gravity box, making smaller the navbar, the centered clock and the traffic monitor. Im 100% stock right now.
@drvoje : Did you tried the first screen protector you mentioned? how does it look?
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Like like that screen protector was made for the Moto Z/force, which have different bezel sizes on top and bottom than the Moto Z Play.

sorry for late reply, at that time that was best protector because it covers most of the screen and its not that expensive... i said that is made for z forse but it can fit at z play (ofc they are not same phones and its not 100% perfect but still better option then most of protectors - which have whole mic/speaker side opened)
now for camera glass protector, first of all i want to say when you install it it stays flat, you will never even notice its there
but when i installed it, dust was bellow and i did not do it right on first try, so now when i take pictures with flash turned on they become white...
now i ordered 2 more, and im expecting them to come soon, so i will install it again and i will let you know
there is no point to send you pictures because you will never know its there on camera
UPDATE for screen protector: I oredered this one, seems like best option:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/282249920491?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

aviwdoowks said:
Sherman tank!
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I was able to pry mine up, wipe off and put back on. Lol
Update l rinsed sticky side with distilled water, any caught under glass goes away in a week or so
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In nearly a month a cloud ☁ is still there but getting smaller each day.