Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

Lol @ throwing yourself on the ground.

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That is a nice link. I am sure many are going to want that option. I don't think that is what I want though. I think I am going to keep the N900 as is, not even a screen protector, but I do want it safely tucked in a good leather case while not in use.

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

this is a very nice case but why is it only on the amazon UK site? and is it an actual case or a concept or something because the pictures look a bit sketchy ... but if it is real its allows you to use the keyboard which is awesome.

Re: N900 Case / Pouch / Screen protector
 

Yet they don't have a thing for the N900. These guys has it so you can customize it to your preference for $40 (Chinese made)

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

I have nothing to add to the duscussion, just want to wish woodyear99, TC3 and goodfellabk718 welcome to the forum and maemo.org! :)

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

Orderd myself a 3M DQC-160. Should be the best screen protector out there.

Re: N900 Case / Pouch / Screen protector
 

Orderd myself a triple pack of DQC-160, should be the best screen protector out there.

Costed me 18 euro's including shipping to the Netherlands.

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

I had a similar case for my N96, it uses small "clips" to grip between the 2 sliding parts of the phone (screen and keypad). Not sure if this makes any sense :D Anyway, the one I had was cheap from ebay (maybe relevant), very poor quality, rubbed against the keypad slightly when sliding, and broke after about 2 months. Hope this helps :)

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

I'm not a fan of these crystal cases, I've seen too many break. They are too brittle and will crack the first time you drop the phone. I guess at that price you could keep replacing it. I prefer a case with a rotateable belt clip.

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

Well, there's the official Nokia's slipcase the CP-321. It seems quite good, I'll buy and pair it with a screen protector.

Re: N900 Screen protector/skin
 

So, does anyone know which one of these screen protectors would be the best:

DuraSec HighTec, Vikuiti DQC-160 or Vikuiti ARMR200?

Any help would be greatly appreciated as I'm planning to order one of these before my N900 arrives.

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Exactly what im doing..

how are you going to protect your N900?
 

ok, I know we don't actually have it yet, but what are your plans to protect your little baby? Are you going to be using screen protectors, a carry case? For those who already have the device, have you found a decent case for it yet? I've already ordered this one from Amazon:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nokia-N900-H...7688236&sr=1-1

It doesn't look that well made, but I prefer a carry case to one of those see through plastic skin cases. Yes, I know I look like a complete dweeb wearing one, but I prefer to use the device as bought and not sheathed in some ridiculous condom-esque skin.

What are your plans for carrying it? Skin? Case? Pouch? Screen protector? Or just putting it in your pocket?

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

CP-321 in White (alittle Contrast) with those Duratec Highfinish screen protectors...

I already have the screen's...

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

im gonna use a condom. im not sure, what flavour yet.

the size can still be a problem. hmm...:)

http://www.durex.com/en-GB/Products/...mHomepage.aspx

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

9mm Glock.

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great idea, and a good old holster.One for the gun,one for the phone.:D

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Just be sure to reach for the correct holster when the phone rings.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I think i'll just use an invisible shield. Haven't ever used one, so i hope they're ok. There's something about the concept of an indestructible foil that makes me like the idea. 3 years later peel it off and ze phone is brand new!

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I'm not gonna use invisibleshield on mine anymore. They wouldn't last more than 2-3 months anyway when you use them heavily. And they gain yellow tinge.

I'm gonna get a matte screen protector (flat and non-squishy) on mine and that's about it.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

So you're saying they suck? Know of any other (better) full-body skin?

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Yeah I have to agree. my screen protector from them has that yellow tinge, but it still works (just looks ugly).

Anyway I'm probably getting a screen protector and a carry case if I can't find a full body shield.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I've also ordered this: http://www.durasec.com/catalog/nokia...or-p-5643.html for additional protection. I got the same leather case (as OP) from Amazon but it doesn't look like the one in the picture, so I'm a bit disappointed. :(

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I used to be a sole believer in Invisible Shields, but it was like drawing on jelly with it on my N800s screen. I'm planning on a little pouch/sock for the N900, not only will it keep it clean (jean-dust is horrible, it's got under the screen of every phone I've owned) but it'll seem like I'm unboxing it again every time I get it out :)

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Remember to not buy those protectors which covers the proximity sensor, otherwise when you get a call, the screen will turn black (device thinks it's covered) and not able to use the screen at all. At least this is how it goes with 5800.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I want some case with a metal plate in it (just like my PDA case) as i dont want another cracked screen

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I never use any screen protectors as I always found they either didn't fit right (leaving unprotected gaps that collect dirt), look like crap (as especially due to the previous issue) and how on earth do you get the thing dust/smudge free enough to apply it without leaving marks underneath?

I find its easier to just forget about it as the default coatings are usually pretty decent, as long as you do not accidentally put your keys in the same pocket.

I have a soft cover I used on my Xperia X1 that I suspect might just fit over the N900, I will use that. That is enough to stop things rubbing on the screen in my pocket, actually in-use the screen should come into contact with anything sharp enough to damage it - unless you drop it.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

I am looking for a nice pouch/sock for the N900, but I haven't found a good one till now. Can anyone recommend a (german) online shop with lots of pouches?
Maybe I will get a screen protector, too. Any recommendations for an anti-glare protector?

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

As far as resisting yellow tinge and body feel, I think Bodyguardz is better than Invisible Shield. But if you ever get any bubbles on 'body stickers' (like invisble shield or bodyguardz), especially on the edge, then say good bye to it within a week. The bubble will expand, gather dusts and becomes unsightly\unprotective very quickly. And bubbles in the corners\joints are very easy to develop, especially if you pocket your phones. I'd reckon you take it in\out of the pocket at least 50 times a day.

I've bought various phone protectors over the years, from $5 'condoms' to $150 leather cases (By vaja).. and they'd all be too thick\bulky\restrictive for the already-thick N900. So I'm just gonna use it nude, with a good matte screen protector, unless I go 'outdoor'.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

^You might want to see whether anywhere in Germany carries the Golla range of pouches. I'm pretty sure they will fit the n900.

(I'm looking at a pouch in the market with Tigger on it for mine)

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Actually, a body guard might be a better idea.
http://www.bodyguardforhire.com/

Oooo, do you think I might need to get my N900 inoculated?

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Two words: handgun ownership. After this long wait, I might even hire a couple of thugs to help protect my new precious.

:D

On a serious note, I'm a big fan of Phantom Skinz, and I'll wait for them to offer a template for the n900.

The plastic they use has just enough friction to help you hold on to a phone, but not so much that it interferes with the touch experience. I've used most of the major brand shield, and Phantom is my favorite.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

My concern has always been more about dropping it. As careful as I have been with the n800, I still managed to drop it <10 times in the time I've owned it. Granted there's not much to show the damage besides a few body scratches that are purely cosmetic. :D

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

:D

I have owned countless gadgets and never bought carrying case or a screen protector as i feel the devices should be able to hold it in its own. I don't nurse my devices, but neither do i keep keys in a same pocket as my pmp or a phone.
This time thought hearing how easily the N900 screen is supposed to get scratched i ordered screen protector with my N900.

To all finns, got that screen protector from verkkis. Got any idea if it's any good?
http://www.verkkokauppa.com/popups/p...o.php?id=26149

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Chalk one up for portrait-mode ergonomics :D
During those 'emergencies' where you need to take your 'smartphone' out to make use of it one-handed, holding the device in the middle of the palm of your hand is just much more secure than holding an off-balance landscape-mode device with one hand.

ps: those people with boring lives without 'emergencies' need not reply to the above comment :D

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

HI

Anyone know if the screen protectors cover the proximity sensor like people have raised on previous posts, that if they do, it can cause issues?

Scott

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Haha, that would help though I've managed to drop it when I hold the device in portrait mode as well (rotation support + Tear + Google Reader :D).

I think it has to do with a loss of focus, cause I've also accidentally yanked the n800 when it was plugged into a charger off a stand when I was trying to remove another power cable leading to a lamp. That's how the charger pin got bent >.< .

On a side note: I've noticed two things.. there's no car charger present in the n900 box (gotta buy your own or a DC to USB adapter I guess). And there's no carry lanyard like there is for cameras (though the n900 does come with a hole for one). That would be useful in preventing accidentally drops in landscape mode.

Edit: It also seems to fall out of your pockets alot too, it's happened to me twice when I was getting out of a car from the passenger side.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

@ysss where did you say your getting the matte screen protector? ( link if you can please, US version...:))

I took some advice from here for a screen protector for my N810 and it was not so good, I heard a cheap easy screen protector would be a ipod touch screen protector and to make it fit just cut it to the right size.. which was a waste of money since I obviously couldnt seem to cut the right freaking size all 6 or so times:confused:

then I thought I would just go ahead and get the full body invisisheld for it, which once I got it was okay for the large size sections but a nitemare for the little slivers ( that dnt really fit or match up ) the screen part was just like you guys said.. to mushy and made my accuracy worse along with the edges that got bubble prone and filled with lint and what not. MESS!


well needles to say the n900 has a flat screen so i wont have the screen issues of debris getting in the "tweens"... but If any one else has a good screen to recommend please do ( a non-squishy/ yellow pron durable one)


thanks:p

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Hehe yeah. Life happens. It's unfortunately a multiplayer game ;) Other people/things can sometime drop your stuffs too.

IMHO the N7xx and N8xx had awkward size for pocketables. They're thin enough, but just a tad too big for most people's hands (one hand use) and pockets. My guess is that the N900 will not have the same problem, at least not to the same extent.

Re: Car charger:
I just buy a dc inverter and put a small USB charger on it. I sometimes charge my notebooks or other gadgets on it too. Between a (proper) wall power plug and the USB ports, it covers all possible future gadgets, I'd reckon..

Unfortunately the brands that I've used in the past were japanese brands which I couldn't read myself :D Bought them in Singapore..

Btw, if I'm not mistaken, although the matte screen protectors are generally more resistant to scratches, the low quality matte ones can exhibit rainbow effects on the screen.. while the 'crystal' clear screen protectors have no visibility problems, but are more prone to scratches.

Oh, I also prefer the matte ones because they have this fine 'grit' feel, somewhat giving slight resistance to your stylus that it feels more like writing on paper than a glass.

Re: how are you going to protect your N900?
 

Why doesn't Nokia release a sleeve for the N900 like the one that came with the N810? I loved that sleeve, it looked cool and really protected the device. C'mon Nokia!