Screen Protector-Do I even need one?

alec534 · 05-29-2008, 12:17 PM

Hi,

I have a Zune 8 and am loving the durable glass screen. I want to continue to enjoy it, however, and keep it scratch free. Is a screen protector neccesary? I usually throw it in a pocket along with a pair of headphones. If you do think I need a protector, what type do you recommend? I don't like the texture of the Invisible Shield, so something smooth would be preferred.

Thanks,
alec

Gregory · 05-29-2008, 01:03 PM

It isn't glass on the Zune 8, do you mean the 80?

Anyway, I would recommend any old screen protector, the invisible shield is not what it is cracked up to be. It is tacky.

Zune 4/8: http://cgi.ebay.com/4x-Screen-Protec...QQcmdZViewItem
Zune 80:http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-screen-prote...2em118Q2el1247

alec534 · 05-29-2008, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregory

It isn't glass on the Zune 8, do you mean the 80?

Anyway, I would recommend any old screen protector, the invisible shield is not what it is cracked up to be. It is tacky.

Zune 4/8: http://cgi.ebay.com/4x-Screen-Protec...QQcmdZViewItem
Zune 80:http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-screen-prote...2em118Q2el1247

The Zune 8 does indeed have a glass screen.

runtohell121 · 05-29-2008, 02:32 PM

well you can mainly buy any brand of screen protector and it should work perfectly.. but just be sure to not buy Fellowes. WriteRight, those won't last long at all..

alec534 · 05-30-2008, 08:27 AM

I was looking at boxwave, any experience with those?

runtohell121 · 05-30-2008, 02:23 PM

link? mainly any generic brand should work well.... just go on ebay

alec534 · 05-31-2008, 01:20 PM

I just want something I can reuse and not compromise the clarity of the screen.

jdot · 06-01-2008, 11:12 AM

i dont think a screen protector is necessary. but it would be a nice little boost of confidence if you do decide to get one. And any type of one should be clear enough to not mess up the viewing capabilities

ravenator · 06-02-2008, 05:45 PM

Glass tends to attract a lot more finger smudges than plastic does, while glass is very scratch resistant. So with a layer of plastic over the glass, you'd be covered in both departments really well. This would be excellent for resale value!

soccerfreak24 · 06-02-2008, 05:51 PM

Well, I've noticed with my zune 8 that a screen protector was not needed. Me and my friend have a zune 8 and 4, and after a bout a year of use, my friend finally noticed 1 tiny scratch... and he's not using any sort of zune protection whatsoever. I think the main thing the protector will help with is stopping dust particles from entering the zune. So, if your worried about dust getting through the crack between glass/zune, I think it's needed. But if your getting it to stop scratches, you don't really need one.

ZeroCool2021 · 06-07-2008, 01:41 PM

I use screen protector on my z30
works great

05-29-2008, 12:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
alec534 Zuner Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 88 Reputation: 18 $zB: 8 Donate	Screen Protector-Do I even need one? Hi, I have a Zune 8 and am loving the durable glass screen. I want to continue to enjoy it, however, and keep it scratch free. Is a screen protector neccesary? I usually throw it in a pocket along with a pair of headphones. If you do think I need a protector, what type do you recommend? I don't like the texture of the Invisible Shield, so something smooth would be preferred. Thanks, alec

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Gregory Support Team Moderator Ultimate Zuner Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: What a stalker! Posts: 6,433 Reputation: 257 $zB: 3740 Donate	It isn't glass on the Zune 8, do you mean the 80? Anyway, I would recommend any old screen protector, the invisible shield is not what it is cracked up to be. It is tacky. Zune 4/8: http://cgi.ebay.com/4x-Screen-Protec...QQcmdZViewItem Zune 80:http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-screen-prote...2em118Q2el1247 __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Do you live outside of the US, have Paypal, and want the Zune Pass? If so PM or visit my To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. .

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soccerfreak24 Support Team Expert Zuner Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,890 Reputation: 178 $zB: 39 Donate	Well, I've noticed with my zune 8 that a screen protector was not needed. Me and my friend have a zune 8 and 4, and after a bout a year of use, my friend finally noticed 1 tiny scratch... and he's not using any sort of zune protection whatsoever. I think the main thing the protector will help with is stopping dust particles from entering the zune. So, if your worried about dust getting through the crack between glass/zune, I think it's needed. But if your getting it to stop scratches, you don't really need one. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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05-30-2008, 08:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
alec534 Zuner Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 88 Reputation: 18 $zB: 8 Donate	I was looking at boxwave, any experience with those?

05-31-2008, 01:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
alec534 Zuner Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 88 Reputation: 18 $zB: 8 Donate	I just want something I can reuse and not compromise the clarity of the screen.

06-01-2008, 11:12 AM	#8 (permalink)
jdot Squirt Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 28 Reputation: 13 $zB: 30 Donate	i dont think a screen protector is necessary. but it would be a nice little boost of confidence if you do decide to get one. And any type of one should be clear enough to not mess up the viewing capabilities

06-02-2008, 05:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
ravenator Jr. Zuner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 40 Reputation: 11 $zB: 33 Donate	Glass tends to attract a lot more finger smudges than plastic does, while glass is very scratch resistant. So with a layer of plastic over the glass, you'd be covered in both departments really well. This would be excellent for resale value!

06-07-2008, 01:41 PM	#11 (permalink)
ZeroCool2021 Jr. Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Zune land Posts: 252 Reputation: 14 $zB: 46 Donate	I use screen protector on my z30 works great

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