Today we decided to address a very polarizing topic - phone protectors. Consumer opinions on the topic are diverse - there are people who are "FOR" and those who are "AGAINST." Let's look at the pros and cons of protectors.

1. Advantages of protectors The main advantage is that a protector can extend the life of the device itself. It protects it from scratches on the display. There's also less chance of dropping the phone since without a protector it's quite slippery.

A popular problem (especially with Max models) that a protector can solve is phone bending. This most often happens when users put their phone in their pants pocket and sit for long periods. The phone bends and takes on an arc shape. This can lead to damage to components at the bottom and expensive repairs. Another plus is privacy protection screens. This way you can protect your privacy in crowds and busier places. With these types of protectors, the viewing angle is reduced to 30-45 degrees and people next to you cannot see what's happening on your phone, they just see a black screen.

2. Disadvantages of protectors However, the privacy protection screen has its own drawback. It "breaks" colors and after long use irritates and additionally strains the user's eyes. Another disadvantage specific to women is that when touching the face, protectors usually "collect" quite a bit of makeup and foundation.

Another popular protector is the one with a fingerprint sensor cutout. When users put this type of protector on their phone, the display sensitivity becomes slightly lower. Sometimes they limit the ability to type on the keyboard since some letters fall right on the edge of the cutout itself. In most cases, these protectors are either glass with a hole where the fingerprint sensor is positioned, or they are nano protectors that don't protect much.

If you decide to put a protector on your phone, our advice is to have it done by professionals, not at home. Professionals will clean the phone well and apply the protector correctly. If it's applied incorrectly, air bubbles may remain. Sand, dust, or similar particles can get trapped there, which can lead to display damage. Also, improper installation can interfere with the use of certain ports.

Another disadvantage of protectors can be reduced sensitivity. Sometimes after installing a protector, users cannot press the call answer button and cannot type on the keyboard. There's literally another piece of glass between the display and your finger. Another drawback is the proximity sensor issue. When users raise the phone, the sensor cannot detect that it's next to the ear because of the protector. This happens most often with displays that have black frames.

3. Cases and covers The reason people use cases and covers is the same as with protectors - protecting the phone. Many users avoid using a protector but use a case or cover instead. This is even one of the first things they purchase along with the phone. The advantages of cases and covers are similar - the phone doesn't slip unless the case is extremely cheap and poor quality. They also allow users to change the appearance of the phone according to their personal taste. It's recommended when using a case or cover to remove it from time to time to clean the phone.

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