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Old 11-21-2010, 09:58 PM   #16
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The screen is not resistive, uses infrared and sensors that don't actually involve the screen at all. If you can find a product that'll work without being opaque then it'll probably work...


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There are a number products out there to remove/fill scratches in clear glass and plastic. I don't know the type of screen Sony is using on the new readers (resistive?) so I can't speak to how the scratch remover/filler might affect the functionality of the screen but it's worth a look.
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Old 11-24-2010, 09:34 AM   #17
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There are a number products out there to remove/fill scratches in clear glass and plastic. I don't know the type of screen Sony is using on the new readers (resistive?) so I can't speak to how the scratch remover/filler might affect the functionality of the screen but it's worth a look.
I've used both Apple Sauce and iDrops to remove/reduce shallow scratches on gadget screens. I think iDrops does a better job on matte screens (that's what I used on my Kindle). You'll need loads of patience and several clean microfiber cloths to do the job right. Since the touch screen used in the PRS-x50 models is not part of the screen overlay, mending a scratch shouldn't cause any functional issues. But, if you settle on doing a half-way decent job instead of being thorough, you might create a cloudy spot on the screen.

http://podshop.com/idrops/?gclid=COz...FZJe7Aod0yGiZA
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Old 11-26-2010, 12:27 PM   #18
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Thank you for this link, I will check it out. Perhaps this and a black skin and I will be back in business, boy I hate the look of it now...
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Old 11-27-2010, 11:21 AM   #19
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questions, before I order both the idrop and the black skin...

1) would the idrop potentially take out the scratches on the base, or just on the screen? I ask because obviously I would rather not pay $25 for the skin if the idrop could remove (or mitigate) the scratch to the base.

2) could someone confirm that these decalgirl skins will not interfere with the case?

3) Finally, are the skins like cardboard? If I spilled (hoping I dont!) a bit of water or got caught in the rain, is my skin just going to melt away? I guess I am trying to see if it is treated with anything.

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Old 11-27-2010, 01:34 PM   #20
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questions,

2) could someone confirm that these decalgirl skins will not interfere with the case?

3) Finally, are the skins like cardboard? If I spilled (hoping I dont!) a bit of water or got caught in the rain, is my skin just going to melt away? I guess I am trying to see if it is treated with anything.

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The Decalgirl skin will not interfere with your case. The skin is thin and more like a vinyl sticker. Water won't affect your skin but of course would not be good for your reader. I have had a skin on my Kindle since Feb. 2009 and it still looks new. Although they stick very well to the device(Mine has not peeled at all) if you decide that you want to take it off of your device, they do not leave any residue when removed. www.kindleboards.com has many threads regarding decalgirl skins in their "accessories" section. Also, decalgirl constantly has discount codes so you might want to wait a little bit to see if you can find a code to use to discount the price. Right now the only discount code that I am aware of for Decalgirl is "buy two, get one free" I would not think that you would be interested in that code since you don't know if you will like the skin at all.
I am waiting for my Sony 350 to be delivered. I am not planning at this time to skin it because I think I will like the surface of it as it is. I bought a decalgirl skin for my Kindle because I didn't like the stark white.
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Old 11-27-2010, 02:07 PM   #21
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Old 11-27-2010, 05:05 PM   #22
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Ordered the black matte (extra), so I guess after that will be working on the scratch on the actually screen. After that I will look at the idrops, again thanks to everyone who took time to post with their knowledge.
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Old 12-04-2010, 06:30 PM   #23
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got my $25 decalgirl black matte skin. It looks good, covers the scratch and makes the screen appear more readable to me (since I don't have a metallic reflection surrounding it).

thanks everyone for their help.
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Old 12-04-2010, 06:56 PM   #24
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Great news, bluerfoot! The metallic reflection was why I got a skin for my 505.
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Doesn't credit card or home insurance cover accidental damage? But if you have a deductible... then you're probably out of luck.
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