mobiletrance Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 has anyone installed screen protector on their d3? If so, where did you buy it? and please post a pic. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 theres a thread about that here, someone tried and cracked the screen. then advises not to do it. be careful Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zride Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 I'd like to see that thread. How can you crack the screen putting on a film protector If someone finds it, post a link. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 http://avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php? ... =protector quick search for protector Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mobiletrance Posted March 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 thanks for the link. Seems like that guy cracked the screen while taking the bubble out with that plastic tool which ShieldZone gave. I guess he pressed little hard or something (d3 screen is that fragile?). ShieldZone ended up paying for screen repair ($200). Now i'm having 2nd thoughts if I should put the screen protector or not. Hmmm. Anyone else out there with screen protector on their d3? any suggestion? http://avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3179&highlight=protector quick search for protector Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 Ive put them on before, just would be VERY careful if i/you do it. I would suppose you could just be careful touching the screen. probably would accomplish the same. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mobiletrance Posted March 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 where did you buy it from? did you get the universal one and cut it yourself, or was it for D3? Ive put them on before, just would be VERY careful if i/you do it. I would suppose you could just be careful touching the screen. probably would accomplish the same. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tillithz Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 sorry, meant I have put them on screens before, not the d3, They where the universal type from best buy. Put it on my phone, ipod, ect... I could see how it would crack the screen much easier on the d3 since the screen is a touch screen and is likely softer then most phones and ipod screens. Just my thoughts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mobiletrance Posted March 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 Well, i put screen protector on all my stuff (phones, archos, pda, etc), and the universal ones which bestbuy sells are too small to fit d3 screen. sorry, meant I have put them on screens before, not the d3, They where the universal type from best buy. Put it on my phone, ipod, ect... I could see how it would crack the screen much easier on the d3 since the screen is a touch screen and is likely softer then most phones and ipod screens. Just my thoughts Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monkey323i Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 has anyone installed screen protector on their d3?If so, where did you buy it? and please post a pic. Thanks. Just bought mine 2 days ago. they custom cut perfect size for D3 (6.1inch 16:9) D3's size: width x height 5.3 inch x 2.8 inch http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie ... &rd=1&rd=1 The seller's not only power seller, but also has 99.9% positive feedback rating. They have lots of special screen sizes for all sorts of navigation screens including BMW OEM ones etc. Check out the thousands of buyers' feedback. *Professional highest quality, Made in USA *Amazing glass-like clarity *Protect from scratches, dust, dirt, wear and damage *Reduce screen glare and enhance view *Designed to be removed without leaving a residue *Will not cause bubbles nor come off on the corners Quote Link to post Share on other sites
coocho Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 I bought mine for the Z1 off of ebay. It basically is a sticker, which makes it impossible to get all the air bubbles out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EndoNav1 Posted March 15, 2007 Report Share Posted March 15, 2007 I'm not really worried about the D3 screen much as I'm generally careful with my stuff. I figure its made to be touched, has a matte finish which hides prints, its not going to get thrown around since its an installed piece, and don't eat in my car with the exception drinking of coffee. I just a take some special care when cleaning it. Always use a damp high quality microfiber cloth. Spray/mist the towel and gentley wipe the screen to pick up the dust and lint. Turn the towel to a fresh side and wipe off the excess. That's it. For tougher grease prints repeat with a fresh side of the towel. First damp then finish with a turned towel. I've seen these expensive cleaning kits for cleaning laptop screens. I've had good luck with using Meguiers Plastic Detail Polish on my MacBook Pro screens. Its non streaking and takes care of the smugges from fingers nicley. Good luck what ever you decide. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monkey323i Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I bought mine for the Z1 off of ebay. It basically is a sticker, which makes it impossible to get all the air bubbles out. when u stick the protector onto the screen, u hav to use a credit card (or other similar type) to slide push the film 45 degree slowly, (not with hand), that way it is bubble-free. a basic technique on applying film protector. a lot of screen protectors look like its just a simple sticker, but in fact it has 3 layers. anti-glare layer, anti-starch layer etc.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
xmx250 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Do these screen protections affect the sensitivity of the touchscreen? How noticable are they? and the most important, can they be removed without leaving any stains or residue whatsoever? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NOIRtist Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 ^^^ Good questions. I was wondering the same things. And is it noticeable once its on? Can you tell theres a "sticker" on the screen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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