LCD Screen Protector FOR Apple iPod Touch 2nd 2G GB
R**N
Simple and Effective
First of all, lets be clear on what this is: This product is a super-thin layer of transparent plastic film that applies directly to the surface of your iPod Touch / iPhone via electrostatic/dispersive adhesion (it is not a "sticker" or anything like that and does not apply any residue to your iPod/iPhone). I used it for my iPod Touch 2G; the glass of the iPod Touch 2G is actually quite durable and scratch resistant to begin with - adding a thin layer of screen protection was mostly done to increase the puncture resistance of the screen.The application of the screen to your iPod / iPhone is a very simple process, but not necessarily easy. That is, in theory all you have to do is clean off your iPod's screen with the cleaning cloth provided, remove one side of the protector and lay it down on the iPod screen surface, aligning it exactly. Then simply remove the other side of the protector and voila, screen protector added.In practice, it is slightly more challenging. Aligning the protector to the iPod screen can be frustrating. My screen is not perfectly aligned but close enough so that I do not care. Now that I've done it once I feel confident, should I choose to do it again, that I could align it nearly perfectly the next time. Also, it takes some degree of skill to apply the screen without having any air bubbles. If you do it correctly, this screen is a PERFECT fit and you will have ZERO air bubbles. This was fairly simple for me but I can see why others might have some difficulty with it.This product is extremely cheap and comes exactly as described. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised to find they provided a cleaning cloth, and that the application of the protector was quite logical and effective - not unlike the process of applying a band-aid to a wound in a way such that would avoid you having to come in contact with the sticky ends of the band-aid and thus render them less effective. If you feel that you need practice in applying the screen, just buy two (it's only another $1.77) - you can practice with the first one and if you fail you always have a backup.
J**E
It works
I had the same issues trying to get this on right, but I don't think mine was even cut straight. If you move the film over to align the outer edges, the opening for the home button gets skewed and vice versa. The film is also really easy to scratch. I have a 1G Touch with an older film by a previous owner that has less scratches than this one and I just bought after Christmas...and it's centered! Anyway, this film works as advertised, but it makes the screen look worse because the film gets the slightest of scratches. Good thing I have then, huh? ;)A trick to putting film on is to use a very small amount of soapy water. It's the same technique used to put tint on cars. This way you can still slide the film around for a few seconds before the water evaporates and it gives you time to remove the air pockets with the provided squeegee. Let is sit for about 15 minutes to air dry and you're done.Just make sure you have a towel near you to dab up the water before it creates a mess and don't turn on your iPod. Squeegee the water towards the top of the iPod and not the bottom because there are open receptacles at the bottom and I wouldn't want to chance water getting through the home button. Don't worry, the glass seals out moisture, just don't pour water on it and let it sit (hence the towel).
U**0
Pitiful.
Firstly:The screen protector comes with two sticker tabs attached, to aid in aligning the protector with the screen. This worked well. This protector easily aligned. However, removing the sticker tabs themselves left a mess of paper and glue residue on the protector, smugging it up terribly. Attempts to clean the glue residue off resulted in it spreading to cover about 1/4 of the screen, without actually cleaning anything, and in a wasted 30 minutes of my time. It took about two days of use before the glue simply wore off from use.Secondly:The screen bubbles up around the edges, and refuses to stick. Fortunately, my iPod Touch also has a plastic case (covers everything but the home button and the screen itself), which keeps the protector secure. If you don't have a case, you can expect the protector to start sliding loose within about two days.Thirdly:The screen protector can't even protect itself. Attempts to remove the initial glue residue left 1/4 of the protector severely scratched, creating a noticeable glare effect. Within three days, the protector has been completely covered in scratches, many of which are clearly visible while the screen is displaying an image. I have owned my watch for several months (eight, maybe?), and to protect its screen, I simply laid some packaging tape over it, then etched out the correct shape with a sewing pin. I've replaced that tape once in the time I've owned this watch, and it's worked perfectly. It didn't cost $5 either.(Note: I did not use packaging tape on the iPod Touch since it is near impossible to get a large piece of clean packaging tape. The stuff often has smears and smudges on it to begin with, especially if you pull it off the roll slowly. It only works well with smaller applications.)
D**N
Nice protector.
I first have some problem but i speak with the company and they where great.THe response my problem in time and help me in everthing.The protector is a good one and not so difficult to install but READ THE INTRUSTION.Is no the best protector on the market but for the price what else you want.If you want to protect the ipod and dont want to spend to much money this is for you.
D**R
Good product but too much for shipping
The good news: As a screen protector this thing seems fine. It is well made and does a good job and the price is fine.The bad news: Add in the shipping and it is not the best value. The screen protector is super thin and weighs next to nothing. They could have dropped it into an envelope and shipped it for the price of a postage stamp. The shipping charge was unreasonable.
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