If there is no plastic film, doesn't that leave the glass screen suseptable to scratches?
1965744
I would imagine it does, but it comes with an optional screen protector (plastic film).
1965745
Yes it does my phone has gotten more scratched up in this than it did in my Otterbox.
1965746
It does if you drop it or hit it on something but it responds better without a film since you are touching the actual glass. However the case does provide additional protection in the raised frame around the edges as the previous answer points out.
733380
The one we got came with a thin plastic film to protect the screen from scratches. It did not come with a hard see through plastic surface that would be designed to protect the screen from forceful damage.
872474
it doesnt have a glass screen...it doesnt have metal to scratch....its plastic...dont waste money on a case.
152883
The entire thing is plastic-coated, and there is no hard or sharp metal to cause scratches. This is a great product.
1254766
It does not have a film that protects the screen, but I lay mine face down all the time without any problems. There is a lip that keeps the screen from touching the surface.
458150
When I put mine on I was told that the sticky side goes towards the phone (LCD). Make sure that the old glue or adhesive is completely gone before applying the new screen. As far as the plastic film I dont remember exactly but I would say after it is applied so you dont scratch it.
1718914
Anything will scratch it if you're not careful. If you're careful to stay off the glass, the only problem you might have is scratching the plastic bezel around the glass. Also, make sure to use enough heat to get the glass loose, but not so much you damage the LCD or electronics underneath. I suggest using a magnifier and a single-edge razor blade to get started. This tool I've found out is excellent for replacing the digitizer (pushing the plastic bezel into place under the aluminum). At first I didn't like it. Now it grows on me every time I use it.
1461636
I've been using this for about 3 or 4 months and i had no problems with getting damage on screen. It probably will if you slam it without the screen protector-- anything will do, really. I've never got any scratches on my screen, not even on my screen protector.
1615854
Does not use gorilla glass, the screen is only IPS LCD, you put a protective liner.
1116672
Yes it does... But its only the plastic with the glass screen.. Its not the lcd screen
309987
No I have not had any issues with the plastic screen breaking...I am very happy with this item.
2026718
No it dose not scratch the screen. A screen protector will only diminish any accuracy from any stylus you choose.
1013417
No plastic. I notice that it is effective, so I don't think it needs to be glass.
424110
The screen protector seems to be built in, like most Otterbox-type cases, but you could probably remove it by tearing it out if you wanted to just permanently not have a plastic film in the case. From my experience, though, the screen guard isn't super easy to scratch and it's comforting to be able to keep finger oil, food, drink, moisture, and scratches off of the screen itself.
2239711
It probably doesn't matter. The glass is bonded to the screen, and CAN NOT be removed. Skip this, and buy the glass/screen replacement unit...it's the only way. Hope this helps.
2026710
No. It doesn't scratch the screen. It has a clear plastic disc at the tip if the pen that allows it to glide smoothly across the screen without scratching it.
161040
Not with your hands. You would have to get something plastic and shove it between the screens. Plastic won't scratch your original screen.