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I have purchased Zagg InvisibleShield screen protectors for seven devices: two iPhone 3's, two Droid Incredibles, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, and now iPhone 5. I was a little hesitant to purchase this after reading the prior reviews, so I thought I should post a few clarifications: - Several other reviewers need a bit of a refresher on the metric system. They state that this leaves a "1 centimeter" gap between the edge of the protector and the edge of the screen. Ummm, it's actually about 1 millimeter. In other words, it is a "case friendly" screen protector, exactly as advertised. The 1 mm gap prevents cases and bumpers from causing the edge to peel up. - The method of applying the screen protector is different from any other that I have tried. (But to be honest, I haven't tried any other screen protector since I discovered these.) Unlike the others, the Zagg protectors are pliable, and they require the use of a wetting agent (included) to apply them. *You will actually need to read the instructions in order for it to work.* It probably takes 2-3 minutes longer to apply, but the results are far better. One problem I always had with screen protectors was applying it off center or just out of position. These give you a chance to correct the placement before it is stuck for good. (You can even use the included sqeegee to coax it a bit in the direction you need.) Also, with the typical stiff screen protectors, I always ended up with a speck of dust under the screen protector that causes a very noticeable bubble. With the Zagg, either they just don't attract as much dust during application, or the flexibility allows them to mold around dust specks so they are not noticeable. Unless you live in a Silicon Valley cleanroom, the Zagg will make it much easier to get a clean application. - Every screen (and screen protector) is a trade-off between glare and clarity. A glass screen(or a screen protector with a glossy surface) will have terrible glare and will show fingerprints and smudges every time you touch your touchscreen. A typical glare-free screen protector (including the Zagg screen protectors labeled as glare-free will result in a disappointing loss of clarity.) The "original" Zagg InvisibleShield models (such as this one) have a sort of "orange peel" texture that, for me, strikes the perfect balance. Somehow it eliminates most glare, doesn't show fingerprints/smudges, and has almost no loss in clarity. The result is that your screen will be more visible, under real-world conditions, than with any of the cheapie 3-per-pack screen protectors. - As an added bonus, the texture of the screen protector some how makes using the touchscreen keyboard easier. I'm not sure how, but it does. - It's worth noting that the screen might be a little cloudy when you first apply the protector. It takes a day or so for the wetting agent to dry and for it to 'cure' completely. - The purpose of a screen protector is to absorb damage, not to be invincible. I have used the Zagg warranty several times, including: 1) a screen protector that clouded up due to exposure to some sort of chemical (sunscreen I think, but I was in Jamaica, so who's to say), 2) a dimple that resulted from carrying my phone in the same pocket with a couple of sheet metal screws, and 3) an protector that peeled off my wife's iPhone 4S due to heat generated by extended use of a GPS navigation app and/or the lotion, hand sanitizer, etc. she uses. (The 4S seems to run hotter than other models, but then again, my wife works on the oncology floor of a hospital, so who knows what she is handling!) Unless the policy has changed, the Zagg warranty is not free; it costs $3-$4 each time. However, they ship you the replacement and an envelope to return the damaged one, so you can keep the old one in place until the new one arrives. The worst thing I can say about these screen protectors is that the Zagg logo is printed in very tiny letters in the lower right corner. You won't notice it on a black iPhone, but if you have a white iPhone, it may be an unwanted blemish on your perfect white phone!