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The video provides an in-depth review of various screen protectors for the Galaxy S24 Plus, focusing on their installation, performance, and durability. Presented by a detailed-oriented host, key points include scratch and drop tests, covering different types of protectors such as tempered glass, UV-gen films, matte protectors, and privacy screens from brands like amFilm, Whitestone Dome, UniqueMe, and Spigen.
Tempered glass protectors generally feature ease of installation, good touch responsiveness, and compatibility with in-display fingerprint sensors, but vary in durability, surviving drops typically between 3 to 8.5 feet. The UniqueMe tempered glass, for example, performed notably well up to an 8-foot drop. On the other hand, film protectors exhibited stronger scratch resistance but had issues with fingerprint marks and slightly reduced touch smoothness.
The UV-gen films required careful application to avoid curing mistakes, and matte protectors were praised for glare reduction but needed re-registering fingerprints post-installation. Rear camera protectors were also evaluated, ensuring they didn't affect camera clarity.
Overall, the top recommendations included amFilm for its exceptional drop resistance and two other high performers, UniqueMe and GItology, both praised for their durability and comprehensive features. The host encourages viewers to engage with the channel by providing feedback and subscribing.
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In this part of the video, the host introduces their annual “best and worst screen protector” review, this year focused on the Galaxy S24 Plus. They express gratitude to the viewers for their support and highlight key content, including scratch and drop tests for each screen protector. The host meticulously shows the installation process for a clear tempered glass screen protector by amFilm, demonstrating how to clean and apply it on the phone. They perform drop tests from various heights, proving impressive durability at up to 8.5 feet. A scratch test follows, indicating the screen protector has better resistance than regular tempered glass. The segment also covers the installation of rear camera lens protectors and briefly touches on the UV gen film by Whitestone Dome, emphasizing careful application to avoid premature curing.
00:10:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the process of applying a screen protector and testing its various features. After addressing any lines on the screen protector with a squeegee, they cure the screen protector using a UV light in three sections—top, middle, and bottom—for 60 seconds each. The screen protector is evaluated for clarity, smoothness, fingerprint responsiveness, and case compatibility. While it performs well with minimal bubbles and allows for smooth touch interaction, it shows a slight rainbow effect under polarized sunglasses and picks up fingerprints easily removable.
They also test the scratch resistance of the film screen protector, noting it performs better than regular ones. They demonstrate how to remove it without leaving residue. The same thorough evaluation is conducted for a tempered glass screen protector, showing its face and fingerprint recognition compatibility, case friendliness, and typical scratch resistance for tempered glass. They also perform a drop test, which it withstands up to 4 feet.
Additionally, they present the application process for Whit Stone Dome’s premium Dome glass protector, illustrating the setup of the installation tray, covering ports with stickers, and preparing for the use of a UV light for curing the adhesive.
00:20:00
In this part of the video, the person demonstrates a detailed process of applying a screen protector to a phone using liquid adhesive. They begin by fitting the phone into a guide and ensuring the screen is clean. They then position a speaker sticker and use a vial of adhesive, ensuring it flows evenly across the screen. After placing the screen protector, they use a UV light to cure the adhesive, first for 15 seconds at multiple points and then for 60 seconds to finalize it. The video also includes a test of the screen protector’s scratch resistance using different hardness levels and explains how to safely remove the screen protector without damaging the phone. Finally, they test the screen’s clarity and touch sensitivity, noting minimal issues with fingerprints and confirming good compatibility with a phone case.
00:30:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the installation and performance of various tempered glass screen protectors. They explain the easy installation process, noting that the protectors are case-friendly and work well with in-display fingerprint sensors. The screen protectors also feature fingerprint resistance, rounded edges for smoothness, and compatibility with most phone cases.
They perform drop tests from different heights, with one screen protector lasting up to a 7-foot drop, and another up to a 2-foot drop. Scratch tests reveal standard resistance, showing no scratches up to level 5, slight scratches at level 6, and deeper scratches at level 7. For each screen protector, the speaker also tests clarity and functionality with polarized sunglasses, mentioning a slight rainbow effect. Overall, installation is straightforward, with the screen protectors effectively protecting the phone’s display.
00:40:00
In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates the installation and testing of several screen and rear camera protectors. They start by explaining how to clean the area and apply the rear camera protector, ensuring that it fits well without hindering camera clarity.
Next, the screen protector undergoes drop tests from increasing heights up to 8 feet and scratch tests using different hardness levels, noting that standard tempered glass scratches at levels six and seven. They find the scratch resistance to be typical for tempered glass.
The process for installing a flexi shield film screen protector is described in detail, highlighting that it is easy but prone to collecting fingerprints. The film also demonstrates a standard scratch resistance, deforming at lower hardness levels.
The presenter concludes that while the film screen protector is easy to install and compatible with cases, it is not highly scratch-resistant. They also review a matte screen protector, noting its smooth feel, clarity, and efficiency in reducing glare, but mentioning it might require re-registering fingerprints after installation.
00:50:00
In this part of the video, several screen protectors are tested for their performance. The first matte screen protector effectively minimizes glare and allows easy cleaning of fingerprints. It also works well with polarized sunglasses, though a rainbow effect is slightly visible. The screen protector is case-friendly and survives drop tests up to 5 feet but shows significant scratches starting at level six on the Mohs scale.
The rear camera protectors are easy to install, fit well with compatible cases, and do not interfere with camera clarity. Scratch tests reveal standard scratch resistance for tempered glass.
A privacy screen protector from another brand effectively hides the screen content from side views but only withstands a 2-foot drop. It too shows standard scratch resistance and performs seamlessly with the fingerprint sensor and case compatibility.
Lastly, the Super Shields tempered glass screen protector is installed and tested. Although installation is slightly challenging without guides, it fits well with cases and responds well to touch and fingerprints. It also shows a slight rainbow effect when viewed through polarized sunglasses and demonstrates similar drop and scratch resistance performance to the others tested.
01:00:00
In this part of the video, the presenter evaluates the performance of three different screen protectors. The first screen protector lasted until a 3-foot drop and had standard scratch resistance for tempered glass. It was noted for working well with the in-display fingerprint sensor but lacked adequate drop protection.
The second screen protector, Unique Me’s tempered glass, comes with a comprehensive installation kit and rear camera protectors. It performed well in the drop test, surviving up to an 8-foot drop, and had standard scratch resistance. It also worked well with fingerprint sensors and was case-friendly, making it a recommended option.
The presenter then moves on to install the third screen protector, the Spigen Neoflex solid film. This protector uses a wet application method which can make dust challenging to manage. It fits well with cases, but compared to glass, it has a slight resistance to touch and picks up fingerprints more easily, although they can be wiped away. Due to its film material, it won’t be tested for drops but showed typical scratch resistance for film, becoming scratched at a number three level.
01:10:00
In this segment of the video, the presenter demonstrates how to install two types of tempered glass screen protectors. For the first protector, the process involves cleaning the phone screen, aligning the top signifier towards the camera, peeling off the back protector, pressing it on the phone, sliding a finger down the middle, waiting 30 seconds, and removing the sticker and guide. It’s noted for having minimal fingerprint pickup, good touch responsiveness, and compatibility with most cases. However, it fails at a drop test from three feet.
The second screen protector installation uses a more complex guide system to ensure precise placement. It also shows excellent touch sensitivity and clarity, even with fingerprint sensors, and performs well in drop tests up to seven feet and scratch tests. The presenter appreciates its various features, like case compatibility and rounded edges, and recommends it due to its overall performance and durability.
01:20:00
In this part of the video, the speaker demonstrates the installation and assessment of various tempered glass screen protectors. They provide a step-by-step guide, highlighting important steps such as cleaning the screen, placing the guide, and applying the protector. Notably, the installation process is described as straightforward, despite the lack of an alcohol wipe.
Key points include:
– The presence of microbubbles post-installation, with suggestions to use a credit card to remove them.
– Evaluating the smoothness and touch response of the screen protector, including fingerprint sensor compatibility.
– Testing the screen visibility under polarized sunglasses, revealing a noticeable rainbow effect.
– Checking the fit with phone cases, confirming compatibility without lifting.
– Conducting drop tests from various heights, where one protector lasted up to a 5-foot drop, while another lasted up to a 6-foot drop.
– Performing scratch tests using Mohs hardness picks, finding that typical tempered glass begins scratching at a level 6.
Finally, the speaker also installs and reviews rear camera protectors, noting their ease of installation, clear visibility for photography, and standard scratch resistance.
01:30:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the installation and performance of a full-coverage screen protector, highlighting its easy installation, smooth touch, minimal fingerprint retention, and case compatibility. They test the screen protector’s scratch and drop resistance, noting it withstands drops up to 3 feet and has standard scratch resistance. They also review multiple screen protectors, recommending three top performers: amFilm, which survived an 8.5-foot drop, and UniqueMe and GItology, both withstanding up to an 8-foot drop. The speaker encourages viewers to leave feedback, like the video, and subscribe to the channel.