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[iBri]

My iPhones have all received the same treatment out of the box -- I immediately apply a screen protector, even though the glass is scratch resistant and now smudge-resistant. With my new iPad on order, I'm trying to decide if I want to apply the same treatment or go "naked" with that gorgeous 10" display. I'm leaning toward naked. Community thoughts?

[llofte]

Naked!!

[PhxBlue]

Thats a large screen protector. You're not putting the iPad in your pocket so I dont imagine in needs one all that bad.

[MikeCase]

The only reason I keep a screen protector on my phone is to protect it from potential hazards in my pocket like keys. Since I won't have my iPad in my pocket, it will be naked except when traveling in my bag, I'll be using the Apple case with it.

[iBri]

I'm also leaning toward naked because a screen protector will diminish the screen's luster. I may try an anti-glare one like I have on my iPhone -- I've liked that one.

[Jeremy Sikora]

That would be one big screen protector - would look tacky and honestly scratching a glass screen is not the easiest thing to do. Perhaps I am more careful than most but still...

[webfocus1@gmail.com]

If you dont want to put any scratch on your iPad then having a screen protection is best for you.

[skirsk]

Go commando! In the two years I've owned my 3G iPhone, I've never used a screen protector. I've tried to apply 2 that came free with my SwitchEasy cases, but messed up both my attempts and have never looked back. I've never had an issue with my screen. No scratches on it, even to this day. I'm a big believer in a case, because, drops I have done. I have to say, going in, it being my first super smart phone, I thought there would have been more babying required, but the thing has been a soldier up to this point.

[iBri]

Originally Posted by Jeremy Sikora

That would be one big screen protector - would look tacky and honestly scratching a glass screen is not the easiest thing to do. Perhaps I am more careful than most but still...

Have you been going commando successfully with your iPhone? No scratches? Smudge-resistant?

[Jeremy Sikora]

Originally Posted by iBri

Have you been going commando successfully with your iPhone? No scratches? Smudge-resistant?

I've tried a screen protector back on the original iPhone - removed it and it's been that way ever since. Again I am more careful than most though.