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iPhone 4 - how scratch resistant is the glass in real life?
I am due to get my iPhone 4 soon and wondered if it still necessary to get a cover if the glass cover is very scratch proof?
Anyone tried it without and is still scratch free? Mike |
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I am due to get my iPhone 4 soon and wondered if it still necessary to get a cover if the glass cover is very scratch proof?
Anyone tried it without and is still scratch free? Mike |
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I was biking last week and hit a pothole at around 30mph.
My Win CE gadget/GPS flew 100 yards down the road. The main damage was dents in the ugly plastic case plus a screw thread breaking and the screen moving 1 cm inside. It happened twice on the same day/ugly steep hill though it was the first time it has ever happened. Surprisingly it is all back together fine now but needing a replan for the bike fitting. At least it was not me doing the flying. So you no doubt need the rubber band/bumper if you have an active lifestyle. |
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I was biking last week and hit a pothole at around 30mph.
My Win CE gadget/GPS flew 100 yards down the road. The main damage was dents in the ugly plastic case plus a screw thread breaking and the screen moving 1 cm inside. It happened twice on the same day/ugly steep hill though it was the first time it has ever happened. Surprisingly it is all back together fine now but needing a replan for the bike fitting. At least it was not me doing the flying. So you no doubt need the rubber band/bumper if you have an active lifestyle. |
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what has that got to do with the iPhone 4?
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Maybe you should test your iPhone and report back then if you want specific answers.
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usually there are youtube videos of people scratching keys on the screen...have a look on there!
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Please ensure that your iPhone is securely fastened on your person at all times.
It would be extremely foolish to not secure it in a zip pocket of some description if you go running or biking. The iPhone is made of very strong toughened scratch resistant glass, but the internal components have a high chance of being damaged if you abuse the phone. Also, try to avoid biking as cars are better, safer, waterproof and in some cases also have designated docks for your iPhone in order to allow music playing through the speakers while securing the phone near the dash.
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And never ever answer the phone in the rain with it invalidating the warranty.
Not incredibly we already know it is 30 times harder than plastic. Shattering information indeed. |
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And never ever answer the phone in the rain with it invalidating the warranty.
I would like to issue advice for situations like this: For Car users: I advise the owner to pull over when safe and answer / return the call. For Bike Users: Should signal that you intend to pull over, break and come to a stop, hop off your bike and ensure the bike can stand. Remove all your safety overwear, remove your gloves, lock your bike to a near by bike restraint, find the phone in your pockets as you shift to shelter, and then proceed to make the call. |
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True. If it rains too heavy my GPS goes underwraps.
I'll leave my cycle helmet on thank you. |
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A mobile phone you shouldn't answer in the rain ? What kind of crap product is that ?
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True.
If it rains too heavy my GPS goes underwraps. |
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No. Even the USB and SD slot are exposed
Showers are fine although it might be worth my while checking the edge sealing now that it is more battered. edit - Not a costly device so it is worth the risk. |
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No. Even the USB and SD slot are exposed
Showers are fine although it might be worth my while checking the edge sealing now that it is more battered. |
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The Fugawi maps cost more than the unit which is long in the tooth now anyway.
Thanks for the link. I do wonder if it fits my 4" device. I can't believe they do not give sizings. edit - read the reviews! Not just me. Superglue for some!. This one might suit me. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Duragadget-B...ref=pd_cp_ce_1 oops - It says 'please note we have not tested it above 20mph! I bet. |
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It does say fits to 4.3inches, and some reviews say it's quite tight. I'd prefer to use that on a larger GPS as I'd much prefer the device to be snug to the edges, and the screen fully visible (which yours would be) as opposed to the lower end of the spectrum where you might have it rattling about and what not.
Seems it flies off if you're own a motorbike and hit a pot hole! You're a cyclist though so I'm sure you pay attention to the road and don't break the speed limit . . . though you never know with some of you cyclists!!
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My screen is also crap so the cover can only make it worse.
No sizing and my thing is (luckily considering) almost 3/4" thick. |
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I am due to get my iPhone 4 soon and wondered if it still necessary to get a cover if the glass cover is very scratch proof?
Anyone tried it without and is still scratch free? Mike Mike |
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Well I thought it was a conversation on screens.
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It's probably about as scratch resistant as every other phone now.
The iPhone's behind on everything but software. |
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It's probably about as scratch resistant as every other phone now.
The iPhone's behind on everything but software. He's been banging on for about a year now, seriously, time to move on my friend! |
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Please ensure that your iPhone is securely fastened on your person at all times.
It would be extremely foolish to not secure it in a zip pocket of some description if you go running or biking. The iPhone is made of very strong toughened scratch resistant glass, but the internal components have a high chance of being damaged if you abuse the phone. Also, try to avoid biking as cars are better, safer, waterproof and in some cases also have designated docks for your iPhone in order to allow music playing through the speakers while securing the phone near the dash. ![]() |
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To be fair some good bog standard sensible advice is given there.
The thing is expensive so anyone daft enough to buy one has to take safety measures. |
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. . . though you never know with some of you cyclists!!