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akfreas
03-22-2003, 02:27 AM
Who sells the best screen protecters for the NX series? I have seen Brando, WriteRight, and Sony's version, but I do not know which to buy based on price/quality.

Ubik
03-22-2003, 02:46 AM
I tried the sony one and it scrached realy bad.Now I use a brando one

Raybot
03-22-2003, 06:14 AM
I personally go for the cheapest removable one on the basis that I scratch these things up heaps faster than I get them dirty (so washable, reuseable ones are no use to me) ... and from what I've seen, there ain't much difference, if any, between the having a cheap protector and having no protector in normal use (ie. heaps of light around, dust on the screen, etc.). Of course, if you keep your screen really really clean, always use it in dimly lit surroundings and the like then go for an expensive one and you *might* tell the difference ...

- Raybot

profvisor
03-22-2003, 09:23 AM
I like the Brando protector, but I'm not sure it is going to last me that much longer than the cheaper ones (i.e. Fellowes). But, it certainly is clear.

jimroad
03-22-2003, 09:50 AM
G2's are pretty good. Great clear display and no digitizer problems.

caseyatbt
03-22-2003, 10:55 AM
I have been using WriteRight, it's just OK.
I really liked the ones Concept Kitchen put out, but I guess they went out of business
or were bought out.

akfreas
03-22-2003, 11:27 AM
I just bought some from www.freescreenprotectors.com. I cannot believe how cheap they are! With a special coupon code, I got the screen protectors free! I had to pay shipping, but it was only $6. If I were to pay retail, they charge up to $20 for screen protectors. Thanks a lot, davemohan!

xsqweez
03-22-2003, 01:06 PM
I've tried a few different brands of screen protectors, but none of them comes close to those available at boxwave.com. Not only do they nearly eliminate glare, but they actually improve stylus performance. The stylus glides more smoothly on the protector than it does directly on the screen itself. They are reusable & washable according to the instructions (but mine is pretty new, so I haven't tried that yet). Also, I am not "the picture of grace" when installing screen protectors, but I thought those at boxwave go on fairly easily.

rxmedicine
03-22-2003, 01:57 PM
i like the boxwave cleartouch...from www.boxwave.com do a search on the boxwave cleartouch screen protectors for a review....just like the brandos...but in my opinion betteer

jimod
03-22-2003, 06:27 PM
Cleartouch is a winner, or Brando, Either is fine, get the best price. Or if you plan on going through them quick, get writerights, 12 for $20

BoxWave
04-03-2003, 11:58 PM
: ) - a vote for BoxWave :p. Honestly, if you don't like the product, you can send it back for a full refund.

batsai
04-04-2003, 07:50 AM
My vote goes to the WriteShield from PocketPCtechs.com. They may seem more expensive, but they come with excellent installation instructions (including dust removal remedies), 3 protectors (not one like the Brando) klear screen, and a cloth for buffing the screen. They are similar to the Brandos, but IMHO, they don't distort the screen as badly, and provide a wonderful surface to write on, even better than writing on the naked screen. I've had one on my iPAQ 3955 for over 7 months and it looks as good as new. When I saw they had expanded their line to cover other PDAs, I snatched one up for my new NX70 and haven't looked back. These protectors are great. PocketPCtechs' customer service is excellent as is their product, about which I can't say enough!

Good luck!

Alistar
04-04-2003, 08:05 AM
I vote for Boxwave. They are great, they are scratch resistant, I am not sure how but the scratches seem to wipe away, they are easier to install than most of the reusables that I have tried and they feel solid to write/tap/drag/whatever on.

akfreas
04-04-2003, 08:43 AM
Well, I got the Incipio ones from freescreenprotecors.com. They are all right, the biggest problem is if you don't install them carefully, you get hundreds of tiny bubbles across the screen and it distorts your image.

Wolfsmoke
04-04-2003, 10:06 AM
I'm still a Brando fan. "Look, Ma, no bubbles!"

BoxWave
04-18-2003, 02:41 AM
:)!!! Thanks for the votes everyone.

As always, if you guys have any specific questions on the Cleartouch, just shoot me a PM.

Wing

hherbzilla
04-18-2003, 08:22 AM
I've used Brando before (very nice) but have just ordered Boxwave given all the great reviews. Sounds like it offers everything that Brando does but with a clearer screen.

nmincone
04-18-2003, 06:02 PM
I make my own from air brush frisket. They don't scratch, they work fine with the stylus and they are basically the same thing you'd get in store for $20 for 5 sheets.

sstrasser86
04-18-2003, 06:12 PM
i got the writeright 12 for $15 i think they work good

aussie_nx70v
04-19-2003, 06:23 AM
im currently using the sony branded one.....

in one word....... CRAP !!

scratches really easy and makes the screen look bad. cant wait to get rid of it

jimroad
04-19-2003, 07:18 AM
I have the G2 for my 665....great appearance and very scratch resistant.