Reddit reviews amFilm Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 8, 7, 6S, 6 (4.7 Inch)(2 Pack) Tempered Glass Screen Protector

The United States. amzn.com/B01415QHYW two for $8

I've been using these ones since the iPhone 6. Never had a problem and they're cheap to replace if they break.

Yes. I like them better than the plastic ones, too. They offer better oleophobic (sp?) coatings, and they feel nearly as well as the original screen.

You don't have to get expensive ones either. I got this set of 2:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01415QHYW/ref=s9_acsd_al_bw_c_x_1_w

I do, and would recommend it. A case made of TPU is more important to protect from drops, but screen protector will save you from a scratched screen.

The new “tempered glass” ones are all built more or less the same: a 0.3mm sandwich of toughened glass, backed by PET plastic, and a layer of silicone adhesive.

Better ones have a higher quality coating on the glass to give proper anti-glare and oileophoboc (repels oil/fingerprints) abilities. And for the iPhone 8, the screen curve is more pronounced even though it’s the “same shape” as iPhone6/6s/7, so its important to find one updated with a thicker adhesive layer to accommodate.

Edit: cut length for readability.

Ones I’ve tried:

Amfilm: fit an iPhone8 acceptably, but needed some extra pressure to get the edges down. Coating was fine: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01415QHYW/ ($8/2-pack)

Manto: no ring effect on iPhone8, coating actually works. Would recommend. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07897X3Z2/ ($10/2-pack)

Ailun: would not recommend. These fit an iPhone6 fine but left a ring on my 8. The oileophobic coating just plain doesn’t work. At least they’re cheap. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0WUEWU/ ($6/3-pack)

I have this case and this tempered glass screen protector. I like them both quite well. I've had plastic film screen protectors before, both as part of a case and as a standalone application, never again. The tempered glass is waaaay nicer IMO. Smoother, firmer, more resistant to scratches/marks. The only time I even notice the screen protector is when pressing the home button - its not in the way or anything, but it is thick enough that I'm aware of its presence.

Good to hear, thanks for the input! I'm getting this one off Amazon so I hope it doesn't cut down on the sensitivity +_+ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01415QHYW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AG8AYSVS7E5IO&psc=1

Every year I would get invisible shield and apply it on day 1 and it would last until I get my new phone without issues (don't know what people mean when they say it "cracks")

For my iPhone 7 I am willing to try tempered glass and just ordered this, should be here soon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01415QHYW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1474147543&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=iphone+7+glass+screen+protector&dpPl=1&dpID=517nB7Jf6OL&ref=plSrch

iPhone SE. If he's skating and such it's more of a brick than iphone 6. If you get him the iphone 6 i would suggest a case. Better yet check out Swappa.com might be able to pick up at iphone 6s. The iphone 6 bends and I've been to the apple store and a lot of people bring in their 6 when I was getting my camera issue fixed and it's mainly from the bend. This guys 6 bent and he couldn't get any reception and another guys screen stopped working. Although I'm not sure if you use Swappa it'll get to you on time (23rd). I highly suggest SE since it's got new hardware, and really durable. I had the iphone 5s and it was literally a brick. If you want to get the 6 I'd go for 6s. Cases and Screen protector straight off Amazon. Go with Spigen for case or caseology both good brands and have thin cases. Screen protector any tempered glass works as long as it's 3.5-4 stars you should be fine. Both fairly cheap 8 dollar screen protector and 10 dollar case aprox.


TL:DR: iphone SE is great, new hardward and a brick. iphone 6 bends and has issues not sturdy. Swappa.com good place to buy used phones. Has people verify iMei and everything. iPhone 6s recommended solid and good if you want to go for 6 just get the 6s last longer and won't bent.

Cases: iphone se https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Tempered-Updated-Version-Friendly/dp/B01LNB7KQG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482183266&sr=8-1&keywords=iphone+se+screen+protector+glass

https://www.amazon.com/Incipio-iPhone-Ultra-Feather-Shockproof/dp/B0098FKJ0Y/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1482183289&sr=8-5&keywords=iphone+5s+thin+case

iphone 6/6s https://www.amazon.com/iPhone-Screen-Protector-amFilm-Tempered/dp/B01415QHYW/ref=sr_1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1482183320&sr=1-4&keywords=iphone+6s+screen+protector

https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-iPhone-Coated-Surface-Excellent/dp/B010MVJDF4/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1482183337&sr=1-3&keywords=iphone+6s+case+spigen


edit: I should mention I highly recommend SE cause he skates. Main reason, due to phone will last longer if he keeps it in his pocket or drops it. If he skates and is somewhat careful with his phone iphone6 (but pref 6s it won't bend and cause issues)

Edit 2: https://glyde.com/buy/used-iphone-6 check out glyde, 6 is 240 starting. I'm not sure how fast they ship but Glyde is pretty good too

iPhone 7 6S 6 Screen Protector Glass, amFilm iPhone 7S, 7 Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Apple iPhone 7, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6 2016, 2015 (2-Pack)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01415QHYW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4S5NzbXD4Z0T5

I think 98% of people use this

I've spent more money than I care to admit on tempered glass and settled on amFilm. They're the only ones that are cheap and durable enough to protect against a big drop.

So I'm picking up the iPad Pro 2018 this weekend and was getting some accessories for it. I'm paying for this myself so my compromise will have to come with the accessories. I don't really need the pencil but it would be nice to have.

My issue is with the screen protector. Now that the iPad has been out for almost a year, I wanted to know the screen damage difference between the tempered glass and matte-style. I'm not really drawing or anything, and I've always used TechMatte screen protectors because I really like the tempered glass feel. I've had no issues with it on any of my phones, whatsoever. I don't see how it would be any different for the iPad version.

Questions:

How much does glass affect writing vs writing on a matte?

Does using glass create the same amount of screen deterioration seen while using matte protectors?

It ended up going away. The one that I purchased (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01415QHYW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8ZUWAb7ATT1ZP) I had used in the past and it hadn’t done it before. Thanks you though.