Caution iP4 User's Using InvisiShield Screen Protector

The great news is that the below mentioned vendor's are aware of what I am about to share and are fully supporting iP4 User's incurring the issue at no additional charge.
My caution involves those iP4 users having installed the InvisiShield screen protector and attempting to place the iFrogz Luxe case on it, as it will inadvertently lift-up the lower corners of the Shield protector when you slip it into the lower portion of the case. Again, iFrogz is aware of this and are working on a retro fit of this case, issuing Gift Codes for replacement cases when they are available.
Note: according to iFrogz, the issue has to do with the internal felt padding in their Luxe case being a little too thick, creating this issue. I used the iFrogz Luxe with my iP3G for two years and its a Great Case, leading me back to it again with my iPhone.
As for InvisiShield, they honor their life time warranty and replaced my Shield at No Cost to me, and I still highly recommend their "Shield" as the best screen protector on the market.
With that, I have also discovered another iP4 case which was even more devastating to my InvisiShield screen protector, which was the Belkin Grip Edge Premium Leather Shell case. Another great fitting and feel case for the iP4, leaving one to feel like there isn't an attached case. Unfortunately, the CS person I spoke with at Belkin was rather flippant leaving me the impression I can return the case, period, which I will reluctantly do since it is a great case otherwise, but doesn't meet my need for the InvisiShield.
For those wondering why I attempted the purchase of another case... I just feel better having my iP4 protected in a streamlined case despite carrying it in my pocket. Unfortunately, despite explaining my concerns with the AT&T store rep having the Shield on it, he impulsively inserted my iP4 into the Belkin case with reckless abandon, lifting all sides of my InvisiShield protector...
Although creating another nuisance for me in having to replace my Shield again, I must reinforce that AT&T will reimburse both cases without question.
If your still with me... there is one more cautionary note I want to pass along to those of you awaiting the APPLE "bumper" to be shipped and that is, Prior to randomly placing it on your iP4 with the Shield on it, beware that APPLE may not have (nor should they have to take into consideration) considered the potential consequences of those users with Shield protectors on their iP4's when applying these cases or bumpers... so be very careful before placing your bumper case on your iP4. I have submitted this as Feedback to APPLE today as a caution and hopefully they will add this to a Disclosure note to the rest of us. I love my iP4 and have not experienced any of the expressed antenna issues reported... seeing I am still using it without a case and bumper awaiting my iFrogz case

ironman1964, great observation... I personally believe there are a few variables coming into play... with the glass you mentioned being one and the chrome lip... although, having just looked at my teens 3GS, I noted the chrome lip your referring to, but there is still a small portion of the 3GS's screen which rises above the chrome which would be exposed to the sides of the Luxe case. All kinda mute when we compare against the new design of the iP4... so I am focused more on the glass top of the new iP4 screen as being incompatible with Zagg Shield? I must admit some ignorance here, but is the iP3(3GS) screen made up of a different material than the iP4? (non-glass vs glass??). If so, may be a whole other variable to consider why the Zagg Shield isn't adhering as well on the iP4, thereby not withstanding the slightest torque on its sides and corners??
The "tight fit" you refer to is due to the internal padding on the iFrogz Luxe case doesn't help... so hopefully their thinning it down will resolve the issue without compromising a snug enough fit in holding the phone in place.
The other observation I made was that the front side edges of the Luxe case "wraps around" more of the front edges of the iP4 then its 3G/GS predecessor Luxe case, which encroaches more on the Zagg Shield, causing its lower corners to catch and lift as you slide the iP4 into the lower section... likewise the top section of the iFrogz case doing the same when you slide it onto the iP4.
I have my iFrogz "gift code" and just waiting for their newly released retro-fitted case. I will report again as soon as I receive it. Thanks for replying back

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I have the Ghost Armor (same as ZAGG's invisibleSHIELD) installed on my Iphone and my otterbox defender will be here today (anytime) I will let you know how it goes or how it fit as soon as my defender get delivered by FedEx.
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Do you use a screen protector? for powerbook.

Do you use a screen protector for your powerbooks? if so, what do you use?

No, I thought about it and decided that a screen protector was not something I needed. The reasons:
* Key marks are generally finger oils, not physical scratches, and are therefore not permanent and can be removed using a damp cloth and gentle pressure. I have had my PowerBook for 2 years and this has held true. Various parts of my PowerBook have deteriorated far faster than the screen.
* I didn't want to have this additional thing to have to remove after opening the lid and to replace before closing the lid. To me that's annoying and complicates the experience. I love being able to get going as soon as I open the lid.
* I transport the PowerBook in such a way to avoid having other items in the bag compress the lid to the keyboard. If you carry a PowerBook in a backpack with 3 classes worth of textbooks and give the bag a hard landing on the library table with the PowerBook on the bottom, well, you might make some permanent marks that way.
* When thinking about all the things I might want/need to buy with the amount of money the screen protector would cost, I decided the screen protector was way far down on the list.
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Who is NOT using a screen protector?

I would like to hear from people not using any screen protector. Does your screen scratch up at all with normal use? I'd rather not apply one if I don't have to. I tried the one that came with my iSkin revo2 (the best skin case out there!), but I don't like it on there. The screen doesn't look as good as it does bare.

I never used a screen protector on my 1st generation iphone and never had any issues.
On my new 3g iphone - i did put on the invisible shield on the front and back. I didn't install it on the front to protect against scratches though - I installed it on the front as the invisible shield seems to GREATLY reduce the amount of finger smudges and smears - it made a huge difference in the amount of greasy fingers smears - works like magic, and it is also so clear that I really don't notice it on there.
I also put it on the back to keep the white plastic from getting scratched - it also has a slightly sticky feel to it - just the right amount which I like.
Best Buy sells the front side of the invisible shield for $15 - alot of money for sure but it's awesome. Check this vid on youtube - pretty darn strong
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQcv3ETEQdM

IFrogz Luxe Case When Used on iP4 w/InvisiShield Screen Protector

I was surfing some of the topics in this Discussion Grp the other day and a young lady mentioned that when she slid her iFrogz Luxe case onto her iPhone 4 w/InvisiShield.. that the screen protector started to peel away.
Having applied the InvisiShield on my 3G two yrs ago with the iFrogz Luxe case, without any issues, I kind of dismissed her claim... however asking her if the new iFrogz Luxe case wrapped around the iP4 more than it did on the iP3G... and no reply back.
Well, I stand corrected... 3-days after applying InvisiShield to my iP4, I slipped the iFrogz case onto my phone and sure enough it started to peel the InvisiShield off. Alas... there is Good News
1. InvisiShield stands by its Shield and replaced mine
2. I contacted iFrogz and they are already working on a fix which has to do with the felt on the inside of their case which raises the iP4 just enough to cause what I described above.
3. As long as you present them with a pix of their case & receipt they will send you a voucher for a new case... they anticipate another 2 weeks before the new cases are ready.
A little inconvenience, but all parties are standing behind their product.

Did you ever hear back from iFrogz concerning this issue? I just bought a case today and sure enough I'm having the exact same problem you just described.
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2 ipod touch never used one
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"Does a screen protector keep the screen from being damaged by a keyboard top case?"
Some people there swear by them and some people say "anything between the keyboard and screen would hurt the coating"
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Sorry to be like that but we have so little information about this problem.
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I would say to avoid anything that has an adhesive on it. Some people have said that they cover their keyboard with a microfiber cloth but again I would say "this is purely anecdotal hearsay not based on science or actual testing."
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UPDATE: iFrogz Luxe Case When Used on iP4 w/InvisiShield Screen Protector

I just ping'd iFrogz today and heard that they are already shipping retro fitted iP4 Luxe case to Best Buy's... This due to their contract agreements to their major distributor's, etc. in supplying them first.
No, I did not feel the love at that point!!! So I asked them about being able to apply the Gift Code at a Best Buy, etc., & still awtg word back. I'd go to Best Buy but won't know if the Luxe case their selling on the shelf is the original for the iP4 having problems, or the newly redesigned case??? Not sure its worth the hassle of ripping the corners off of my Zagg Shield again... so I may wait!!

Did you ever hear back from iFrogz concerning this issue? I just bought a case today and sure enough I'm having the exact same problem you just described.
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