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I think I've tried them all, the Zagg shield, the Zagg smudge-proof/anti-glare, GreatShield, a couple of knock-offs and now, FINALLY, I've found the perfect cover! Here's the rundown on previous items tried: Zagg Invisible Shield - hated the feel - fingers dont' glide smoothly on the material Zagg anti-glare - AWFUL - opaque shield really dimmed the screen and dampened the colors, absolutely crap in the sun, strange gritty feel GreatShield - too thick and opaque, again cut down the screen's brilliance knock-offs/store brands - every one I tried was junk This shield, however, is terrific. Visually, I can tell it is even on - the screen has it's original brilliance and colors are amazing. The feel is unnoticeable...just like it should be. My fingers glide across the screen like they are on glass yet the material makes the iPad easier to hang on to since its not slick like glass, especially with the back protector in place. I was a little upset with the back piece when I applied it since the corners didn't look like they were going to stay in place. I soaked them down with spray and smoothed them out and then just let the pad sit for a few hours. As the shield dried the corner tabs molded right in and are perfect now. After installing 6 or 8 of these things now I think the key, besides finding the right product, is PROPER INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION - I see a lot of people complaining about installation. I've installed 3 of these now with absolutely no trouble. Here's how: 1) Turn the iPad completely off 2) Clean the screen until it is COMPLETELY SPOTLESS and free of any debris, hair or fuzz. I used my eyeglass cleaning wipes and cloth. 3) Look at the screen from all angles and from different heights to MAKE SURE IT IS COMPLETELY CLEAN. This is imperative! 4) Find a wide open surface where you can work - preferably from a chair/stool 5) Lay down paper towel 6) Put iPad on paper towel 7) Mist your hands with the solution 8) Mist the iPad with solution - yes, the instructions say not to but I think they do that to reduce their liability. The step is KEY to simple install 9) Carefully peel off the shield and hold it by draping it over the palm of one hand, sticky side up. 10) Mist the sticky side of the shield. The shield and the iPad should be really wet. 11) Hold the screen by two corners and carefully position it over the iPad - don't worry if the positioning isnt perfect yet 12) When it is on the iPad you can now move it around to the perfect spot by carefully tugging on the corners. 13) Once you are happy with the location, take out the squeegee and start at one corner and work the solution and bubbles out across the iPad. Work in one general direction, smoothly and gently 14) Look for bubbles and work them out if you see any. 15) Don't be afraid to pull it off, re-spray the pad and shield and try again 16) When complete...let it sit for a couple of hours AT LEAST I installed this last shield in about 90 seconds - this is not a difficult task. Use a lot of solution and be patient. I use my iPad on the road, on construction sites and in all types of conditions. So far this one has held up the best although I've only had it on a couple of week. I'll post an update when I've had it on a couple of months. *** UPDATE - May 21, 2012: I've been using the shield for 4 months now and it's still looking great. One corner is starting to curl up due to hundreds of trips in and out of my briefcase and the wear and tear of clicking in and out of my car mount. Other than that the protector looks and works great. My iPad gets a serious workout so I'm still thoroughly impressed with this cover. I even purchased one for my daughter for her new iPad3. I will definitely be purchasing another for mine. *** *** UPDATE #2 - July 25, 2012: Well, it almost made it 6 months but I've snagged the corners too many times so I think it's time for a new shield. 95% of the front shield and 100% of the back shield still look great but two corners on the front are a little dog eared. This shield has certainly impressed me and exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be getting another one just like it. *** UPDATE #3 - September 25, 2012: The time finally came to order a new shield and I did order another ArmorSuit (three actually) since I needed one and bought one for my wife and daughter for their iPads. Mine went on my iPad2 and the others on iPad3s - product still looks as good as ever. I can't imagine finding a better option but I'll certainly keep my eyes open and let you know if I find one.