Do you have to use the screen protector? Or is is optional? I know that the Defender series has the built in screen protector. The person I am buying for may want to opt out of using the screen protector as it is usually personal a preference.
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On the commuter series it is not a built in screen protector like the defender. It is simply a clear sticker. Yes I do use it because I want to avoid scratches to the glass. I also have a child with sticky fingers. This way it is easier to clean as well. But since it is completely separate from the case itself you can not use the screen protector
1439813
You don't need a screen protector if your case has a screen cover. A screen protector is used when your case does not protect the screen.
948142
Built-in cover? No. But it should come with a sticker-type screen protector; I've notice there are some listed on Amazon and several I've looked at in-store that are missing the sticker-protecter (I've assumed that the retailers take them out because they would be very easy to steal from the packaging). The case leaves the front of the phone open. The Defender case has a built-in clear plastic screen cover that is part of the case's protection, but the Defender is also significantly more bulky than one like the Commuter too.
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I have not noticed any issue at all. I actually have a screen protector on my phone as well that I applied while waiting for my otter and was worried it would effect the touch screen but I honestly have had no issue either with games or typing. I would recommend the defender to any1. My only issue is that I need a different color now that I bought a black and red Harley, lol
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no screen protector, but as someone who has had the defender series on multiple phones, I can tell you that the screen protector kills the resolution. your better off getting this case and getting either a temered glass protector or one of the many HD "military grade" protectors. one of the best parts of this phone is the incredible display. why lose a portion of that for a very subpar protector (dirt and debris frequently gets underneath the defender built in protector, and these things aren't fun to have to take apart in order to cleans the inside of the protector lol)
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The screen protector isn't part of the case. It is separate so you have the option to put it on or not. If I knew that prior to buying this I wouldn't have got it
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The screen protector is not needed with the Defender series case, as it is part of the assembly with the hard plastic case shell's. The plastic lenses that protects the phones main glass screen is on the top assembly of the shell. IT will suffice and protect as their products description. However as mentioned I was having issues with oil slicks and the rainbow effect; and was not happy with it could have been a 2nd defective case as I had this issue from another retailer. I decided to use their Commuiter series of case which includes the plastic protector film, which I did not use. The Commuiter series of case is not as hefty, and MUCH lighter then the Defender series. I used the Zagg screen shield which has a anti-smudge, scratch protection case from Zagg. You can choose to use their screen film protector or even another vendor that fits on the top of your phone per your choice. I may purchase the Defender series again in the future and just punch out their case screen shield, (LIKELY this will void their warranty) but I don't have 60 dollars for both the Defender case and Zagg screen protector at the moment to do that with. OtterBox has superior customer service and have always been accommodating with their products during their warranty period. This was just my opinion but they do have quality products. You also have a 30 day return with Amazon, and their customer service was excellent as well and allowed me a return when I explained my concern with them. Hope this helps.
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Defender is thicker w/ built in screen protector. Hard plastic on the inside silicon on the outer layer. And it comes with a belt clip / phone stand. Commuter has no built in screen protector silicon is on the inside hard plastic outer layer. And no clip I have cracked my screen (not severly) even w/ the commuter
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Great questions: no screen protector is included in the case package. They will have to be purchased separately. The case is a fairly hard plastic composition with a slight give in the edges to make it easily wrapped around your phone, but not so soft that it pulls away, either. Now that I've used it on my Samsung for 2 months I can add that I continue to love the extra protection without the bulkiness of some other brands. Good luck!
334771
A screen protector us included, but it is not an built into the case. It is the peel and stick type. If you want but in then you need to get the Otter box Defender series.
1066237
Yes it comes with a screen protector that I prefer over the defender series because it adheres to the screen.
5825
I do not use a screen protector at all. I'm sure the one u have is okay. The case fits so well it really isn't needed.
128798
Defender series offers a little more protection. Also, the defender series has a built in screen protector instead of a stick on screen protector on the commuter series.
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I haven't bought any screen protector for it yet. So far I have not need it. I think it depends on how much you use it. with my current use (little to medium) I don't see a reason to get one.
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Yes it has a screen protector built in. You will not need one on your iPad. I don't have one on mine, I read previous reviews that the screen quality is poor with both protectors. For that reason I would not recommend having a protector. I'm not entirely sure if it would work anyway.
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The otterbox comes with a screen protector built in. It works great. Not sure why the armor shield didn't work as I've used it before with no problems.
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You'll need to buy a screen protector, the PowerCase doesn't have one built in like the Otterbox Defender and others. I actually prefer the separate screen protector as my experience with the Defender is it scratches easily and looks terrible in a very short time.