This looks so difficult to install .. why we need to dip the piece into soap solution???
The simple protectors with 2 layers which just require peeling r infact very easy ..
Why would anyone use this?? Is this something special?
Actually these are not very difficult to install (especially on an
iPhone 4). All you need is a little patience as with any screenshield application. The soap solution is required to activate the adhesive on the shield. It also makes it easier to align the shield to get a perfect fit. You place the entire shield on the device and then move it around to align, then remove excess solution with a squeegee.
Device protection films/shields like GadgetShields, Zagg, BodyGuardz, Clear-Coat, ScratchGuards, Wrapsol and others use a special
3M film. These shields are resistant to scratches and offer better protection for your device from bumps and scratches even in extreme conditions. They also tend to have a tacky feel which gives you a better grip on your device. Some of the companies now also offer dry apply options where you don't have to use any solution while applying the shields, just peel backing and apply. These also come with side protection strips for the steel frame on the iPhone 4.
The regular peel and apply shields you are referring to are made of a thin PU sheet. While these do offer basic level of protection, they don't do very well in extreme conditions. They also don't resist scratches as well as the 3M shields.
I've been using these on my
iPhones for the past 3 yrs and I'm happy to say that all of my devices are still scratchless. This is even after I accidentally dropped one of them on concrete and it went sliding for a few feet. I took it home, peeled off the shield and not a scratch on the device. The shield itself was badly scratched though.
You should try them once to see the difference. If you do decide to try, I would suggest you start with the GadgetShields as they are very affordable (Rs 299 only). If you don't like them then you won't be upset about having spent a lot of money.
