is anyone else having the problem of the screen protector on the defender case clinging to the screen on the phone and producing bubbles. Its not moisture, just like static. If I gently squeeze the otterbox together the screen protector "unclings" to the screen, but its driving me nuts is anyone else having the problem of the screen protector on the defender case clinging to the screen on the phone and producing bubbles. Its not moisture, just like static. If I gently squeeze the... » Read More is anyone else having the problem of the screen protector on the defender case clinging to the screen on the phone and producing bubbles. Its not moisture, just like static. If I gently squeeze the otterbox together the screen protector "unclings" to the screen, but its driving me nuts « Show Less
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Yes, I was with the SIII - went to the AT&T; store, they told me to put some baby powder, or Goldbond powder, (just a LITTLE!), wipe excess away, and I've had no problem since. Mine was getting pretty bad too, entire screen was sticking to phone.
161932
I have a regular screen protector on the screen underneath the Otterbox's built-in protector, and I am getting the static cling you describe. It's annoying, but there's no solution I've found.
161933
If you put a little bit of compact facial powder on the screen before putting it into the case, it will prevent those problems :)
161934
Mine is clinging and it also is driving me crazy. I know it's not wet, just static like you said. I have no solution for you.
161935
Hi Jamie my 14yo daughter used the defender and I tried the ballistic case. But she never told me about that problem and she's on it all the time. I asked her today about it and she said it never happened to her phone. We did leave on her original screen saver and then put it the case. That maybe stopped the static. ..sorry I couldn't be more help
161936
I'm not having that issue but I put a regular screen protector on the phone before I put it in the case and it sends to work great. .. no bubbles or clinging.
161937
I am not having that problem at all, but I also have a screen protector that was put on my phone before I got my otterbox. So I actually have 2 screen protectors, one on my phone and one that came with my otterbox, and have no problems with touch screen functions.
161938
If by bubble, you mean like a rainbow or smear like in the center,yes. My husband has that case and problem
1653422
Yes, and yes. You need to take the cheap screen protector off of the otterbox, and then try to clean the adhesive off of the case. But I scraped it off with a knife and am very happy with the results.
719340
No...I was so irritated with the screen protector on this cover I finally spent the money and purchased an Otter box Defender...no bubbles & I love it. Get your money back if you can!!!
1730875
I've had mine for several months and I have not had any bubbles underneath the protector or on the edges. My phone cover (otterbox) covers the edges of the glass protector, so they are not exposed to everyday wear or lifting that may occur. .
1888821
well the only thing I think of is to make sure the plastic is in place on the otter box Susan cause sometimes if it's lose it will make you screen look wet. Try that
927199
I think this is a question about the stickiness? I don't know about completely submerging the phone, or how it holds up while under spray for a prolonged period of time, but I have spilled liquids on my phone countless times and rinsed my phone off in the sink. The screen protector so far has not even hinted at peeling off.
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Its a wet apply. Because it was my first time using this...I took it to Best Buy and they put it on for me. There are some bubbles left under the screen, but she told me to leave then alone and they would disappear. Took about 3-4 days. It has been a great shield. I lug my Ipad everywhere. After watching her...I did our Iphones myself, but her corners are better on the Ipad. They did not charge me at Best Buy, but I understand they can charge for the service. Go at a time when they are not busy.You really soak the screen and the shield with the solution they give you. Put it on and wet the outside of the shield as well. Then use the scraper to keep smoothing out the bubbles Its a wet apply. Because it was my first time using this...I took it to Best Buy and they put it on for me. There are some bubbles left under the screen, but she told me to leave then alone and they would disappear. Took about 3-4 days. It has been a great shield. I lug my Ipad everywhere. After watching her...I did our Iphones myself, but her corners are better on the Ipad. They did not charge me at Best Buy, but I understand they can charge for the service. Go at a time when they are not busy.You really soak the screen and the shield with the solution they give you. Put it on and... » Read More Its a wet apply. Because it was my first time using this...I took it to Best Buy and they put it on for me. There are some bubbles left under the screen, but she told me to leave then alone and they would disappear. Took about 3-4 days. It has been a great shield. I lug my Ipad everywhere. After watching her...I did our Iphones myself, but her corners are better on the Ipad. They did not charge me at Best Buy, but I understand they can charge for the service. Go at a time when they are not busy.You really soak the screen and the shield with the solution they give you. Put it on and wet the outside of the shield as well. Then use the scraper to keep smoothing out the bubbles « Show Less
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Luckily, it is very cleanable. When I use it, I can usually just clean it with just a soft cloth. When the grandkids use it, I have used a damp cloth on it. When they use it and get sticky weird stuff on it (that I have yet to identify) I have used my screen cleaner on it and a soft cloth. I have not had any problems with the screen protectors on my devices.
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What I do, Mary, is get the spray and not only dowse the sticky part of the cover but also lightly spray the iPad as well. It will still be a little sticky, but you should be able to slide the shield into place. Once you get it where you want, the rubber piece that comes in the package is used to squeeze out the moisture. Start in the middle of the screen and work your way out getting the big bubbles out. It takes a few days for all of the small bubbles to go away, but they will.Good luck!! Maggie
2203593
NO, I didn't have that problem, when I am talking on the phone, the screen is shut off automatically. I don't think the problem is your screen protector. maybe checke your sensor of your phone.
662472
Did you accidently touch the adhesive? Sometimes that ruins that part on most screen protectors. I had one bubble when I installed mine but I pressed down and pushed the bubble to the edge of the screen until it came out. But your saying it isn't flattening out so your piece may be defective because mine was fine and didn't have to flatten out.
1408419
Have had no trouble with ours. Possibly try reapplying it. Sorry we can't help more. Do you use a screen protector?
1898916
Get a matte screen protector. Otherwise it will stick. My iPad runs without a screen protector underneath the Otterbox Defender and it does the same thing.
1262308
I've only had my screen on for a short time, I couldn't get dust, hair, debris out no matter what I did. I found it easier to just remove the cheap 'protector', it helped with the response on my phone as well. You can always put it back on, as it's attached with cheap hot glue.
2015790
No I didn't have that it's just sometimes at the bottom from the back u can see some moisture but it's not clear especially if ur iphone is black, mine is white that's why. But no bubbles
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I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked really bad, so he put his Otter Box back on to keep it together so to speak, so far, no new phone purchase has been needed. I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked... » Read More I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked really bad, so he put his Otter Box back on to keep it together so to speak, so far, no new phone purchase has been needed. « Show Less
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Mine has the bubbles and minor peel-off at the top corner as well.The rest of the screen looks perfect, as others have said. I did find it possible to use the flat part of my fingernail and a piece of cardboard to press it back into place so it almost looks perfect. I figure I'll leave it on as a first layer of defense. Zagg.com has great screen protection films but with the ability to close the lid on this unit, I figure I shouldn't need that.BTW- anyone know if spare batteries are available???