Screen protector for the Kindle Touch?

markbot · 11-16-2011, 11:43 AM

Do you think it would be wise to use a screen protector for the Kindle Touch. My DX actually developed a dead pixel because I think something sharp hit the screen, so this is why I think it might be a good idea to get a protector. However, the protector might create a reflection and reduce readability.

Thoughts?

Blossom · 11-16-2011, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by markbot

Do you think it would be wise to use a screen protector for the Kindle Touch. My DX actually developed a dead pixel because I think something sharp hit the screen, so this is why I think it might be a good idea to get a protector. However, the protector might create a reflection and reduce readability.

Thoughts?

A good protective case/cover should be all your need on a eInk reader if was a tablet that would be different.

Blog Kindle · 11-16-2011, 12:28 PM

I wouldn't glue anything to the screen as it will make it less readable. But I would advice using a case or a cover if you carry your Kindle in a backpack and such, left you want something like this to happen

Pomtroll · 11-16-2011, 01:33 PM

I don't use a screen protector on any of my other touch screen readers. I use a good cover though & don't take it out.

stanleystarrh · 04-23-2012, 07:27 PM

Hrmm my girlfriend actually just purchased a screen protector from Amazon called armorsuit. It seems pretty legitimate. The screen protector is scratch resistant and very clear. I don't know if anyone else has had experience with this but i'd recommend it thus far for clarity, durability, and great touch sensibility.

mkflint · 04-24-2012, 01:43 AM

I bought one of these covers for my Touch. Love it!

(No connection to Lente Designs, blah blah)

http://www.lentedesigns.com/product/...abric_LDSTKT01

jj2me · 04-24-2012, 10:01 AM

I put a brand name screen protector on my Sony PRS-350, and while quite clear (almost pleasantly so, seemingly an added sparkle), it increased reflections.

RainingLemur · 04-24-2012, 11:09 AM

IF I were to get one of the touch models, I'd avoid an on-screen protector. Increased glare would take away from the "just like reading on paper" effect. I'd just get (or make) a cover for it.

LovesMacs · 04-24-2012, 06:49 PM

I don't use a screen protector and I'd be concerned about the screen protector film interfering with the infrared beams that most touch screen eInk use. I do use a cover and sometimes a sleeve on top of that.

stanleystarrh · 04-25-2012, 07:22 PM

The armorsuit one i've been using doesn't affect the screens sensibility whatsoever, has any one else had this experience with another protector? I hate those cheap $2 ones.

11-16-2011, 11:43 AM	#1
markbot Guru Posts: 612 Karma: 7511929 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New York, NY Device: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 2	Screen protector for the Kindle Touch? Do you think it would be wise to use a screen protector for the Kindle Touch. My DX actually developed a dead pixel because I think something sharp hit the screen, so this is why I think it might be a good idea to get a protector. However, the protector might create a reflection and reduce readability. Thoughts?

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Blog Kindle Addict Posts: 224 Karma: 25122 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: Kindle 1/2/3/4/Touch/DX/Fire\|PRS-600/350\|Nook(color)\|iPad\|iPad2\|EVO 4G	I wouldn't glue anything to the screen as it will make it less readable. But I would advice using a case or a cover if you carry your Kindle in a backpack and such, left you want something like this to happen

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Pomtroll Guru Posts: 822 Karma: 1341819 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Minnesota USA Device: Sony 350, Sony T1, Kindle Touch, Kindle PW1	I don't use a screen protector on any of my other touch screen readers. I use a good cover though & don't take it out.

04-23-2012, 07:27 PM	#5
stanleystarrh Banned Posts: 31 Karma: 212044 Join Date: Feb 2012 Device: none	Hrmm my girlfriend actually just purchased a screen protector from Amazon called armorsuit. It seems pretty legitimate. The screen protector is scratch resistant and very clear. I don't know if anyone else has had experience with this but i'd recommend it thus far for clarity, durability, and great touch sensibility.

04-24-2012, 01:43 AM	#6
mkflint Member Posts: 10 Karma: 11998 Join Date: Apr 2012 Device: KT	I bought one of these covers for my Touch. Love it! (No connection to Lente Designs, blah blah) http://www.lentedesigns.com/product/...abric_LDSTKT01

04-24-2012, 10:01 AM	#7
jj2me Guru Posts: 820 Karma: 8820388 Join Date: Dec 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505, -350; Kindle 3 3G, DX, PW 2; various tablets	I put a brand name screen protector on my Sony PRS-350, and while quite clear (almost pleasantly so, seemingly an added sparkle), it increased reflections.

04-24-2012, 11:09 AM	#8
RainingLemur Spork Connoisseur Posts: 2,355 Karma: 16780603 Join Date: Mar 2011 Device: Nook Color	IF I were to get one of the touch models, I'd avoid an on-screen protector. Increased glare would take away from the "just like reading on paper" effect. I'd just get (or make) a cover for it.

04-24-2012, 06:49 PM	#9
LovesMacs Fanatic Posts: 513 Karma: 2644386 Join Date: Apr 2012 Device: iPhone, Kindle Touch	I don't use a screen protector and I'd be concerned about the screen protector film interfering with the infrared beams that most touch screen eInk use. I do use a cover and sometimes a sleeve on top of that.

04-25-2012, 07:22 PM	#10
stanleystarrh Banned Posts: 31 Karma: 212044 Join Date: Feb 2012 Device: none	The armorsuit one i've been using doesn't affect the screens sensibility whatsoever, has any one else had this experience with another protector? I hate those cheap $2 ones.

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