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(More customer reviews)I have been using ZAGG InvisibleSHIELD products for a couple of years now and have it on several devices I own. When it came time to protect my Droid X's large, beautiful screen, I only thought of one screen protector. I eventually figured out that ZAGG isn't optimal for touch screen devices.
PROS:
- Decent protection
- Can be inexpensive with discount codes
- Lifetime warranty
- Good customer service
CONS:
- Distorts screen clarity
- Tacky surface creates too much friction
- Can be difficult to install
I had the dubious responsibility of installing several different types of screen protectors on Droid X's. One came out as clear winner. Unfortunately, it wasn't the ZAGG.
INSTALL
First of all, I have always disliked ZAGG packaging. They keep changing it and they're still a pain to open. If you have never installed this type of screen protector, then you will probably have a very hard time installing it so it would be a good idea to watch their install videos. After having installed about 10 ZAGG screen protectors, I have a good sense of what works. If you don't do it right, you can actually damage your InvisibleSHIELD during installation. My biggest advice during install is to use the liquid solution generously and wipe up the excess right away. Also keep a can of compressed air handy. The bummer about this type of screen protector is that you have to wait 12-24 hours for it to cure and for your device to dry.
PERFORMANCE
I have never had a device's screen get scratched or damaged while being protected by an InvisibleSHIELD. So ultimately, it does work. But, for touch screen devices, I find the tacky feel to be less than ideal. It creates a lot of friction and makes swiping on the screen more difficult than it should be. Additionally, I found that it actually compromises the clarity of the screen. I did a direct comparison between a Droid X with a ZAGG and one with a different screen protector and it was a stark contrast. Also, the InvisibleSHIELD retains impressions. My wife's Droid X with an InvisibleSHIELD on it looks terrible now. As soon as she gets tired of it (she's not as picky as me), I'll be replacing the ZAGG.
WARRANTY & SUPPORT
ZAGG does actually have a great warranty and good support so kudos for that. Whenever I've needed a replacement, they have sent them out and it's easy to do using their website. Unfortunately, they charge you $4 for the shipping and handling.
ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS
Besides the ZAGG, I tried two other products for my Droid X. I tried the 3-pack of protectors from Verizon and the splash Masque. I'll say it right now that the splash Masque is the best. It was crystal clear, fairly easy to install, and the least expensive! I can't recommend the Verizon one at all. Though it is basically the same as the splash Masque, it is cut to the dimensions of the display only and not the screen. The splash is cut to the entire screen. The splash is also cut closer to the edges than the ZAGG. The ZAGG still leaves quite a bit of room which is annoying. I got a lot of dust buildup around all four edges when using the ZAGG.
SUMMARY
The ZAGG is still a nice product for certain devices, but generally overpriced. For touch screen devices like the Droid X, the ZAGG interferes too much with screen clarity and impedes the use of the touch screen. I personally prefer screen protectors like the splash Masque for my Droid X.
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