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4/5/2011 5:33 PM
 

I recently applied a screen protector to a new IFLY700. The protector was " Invisible Shield by ZAGG" The screen was made for a Samsung Galaxy Tab which was the closest that I could find to the size of the IFLY700 screen. I cut the shield to fit the 700 screen. After applying the film I had difficulty getting the 700 to recognize my finger touch. When I used a stylus, the menu buttons would work. I thought that this was the solution. After the screen shield had dried for the recommended 24 hours I could not get past the "I have read these warnings" button on the IFLY700. I removed part of the screen protector that was covering the warnings button, however I could still not get it to activate. I removed the entire shield and the 700 worked normally. I had also calibrated the screen with the protector on when I first applied it to the screen.

I think that the pressure of the shield on the screen after it dried caused the problem. I may try another shield but they are reasonably expensive $20+

QUESTION: Has anyone found a screen protector that works? If so can you recommend the brand name? I was impressed with the Invisible Shield since it was scratch and puncture resistant.

Jerry

 
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4/6/2011 3:44 PM
 

I've not tried that protector. However I've used this product from nushield: http://www.nushield.com/manufacturer_... It doesn't really help with sunlight readability but does provide another layer of protection. It didn't cause any touch problems when I was playing with it.

-Walter


Walter Boyd
President, Adventure Pilot
 
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4/6/2011 5:39 PM
 

Walter---I seem to recall you saying that a screen protecter was not necessary. Am I wrong?

 
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4/6/2011 5:49 PM
 

You are correct: The iFly screen is hard and strong and difficult to scratch. On the other hand, I don't have much cause to discourage their use. I would avoid any that use an adhesive as that could permanently goo up the screen...and (so it seems) it's possible for the protector to interfere with the touch sensor.

-Walter


Walter Boyd
President, Adventure Pilot
 
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