Related
Options

Screen protector

dave_dur
2 months ago

Has anyone found a good screen protector for a Fenix 8 Amuled.  Ive tried several (5) different makes and they have all either cracked, or start to peel after a week or so.  The screen protectors on my Fenix 3 and 6 lasted a year or so before they needed replacing - thanks

  • 0 2 months ago

    Hi, Im using that one:

    https://www.amazon.de/NEWZEROL-Displayschutz-Montagerahmen-Anti-Kratzer-Displayschutzfolie/dp/B0DXV6H42Y/ref=sr_1_4?__mk_de_DE=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&crid=134QCM95L3UFR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TW_sJJRY5S06NGeZLslXllzsj3eDNYiOIVp5mR2SMnK3-fa5G_M9YtIFBHOKe0-FXlZsVnBQdlt4XjxxC718G2hG2qck04QH5yq2zna_48HwTtNC8Vo-uCnF8fxxDXMiXN9RDyFs6Pba9JVbHnFwxw.Av-ym0jb6bIczqYu_8stDAt3PofnIv0qHHjsHaWa1t0&dib_tag=se&keywords=Newzerol+garmin+fenix+8&qid=1754501017&sprefix=newzerol+garmin+fenix+8%2Caps%2C80&sr=8-4

    Very satisfied with it.

  • 0 2 months ago in reply to Herbert_Jaeger

    Thanks Herbert - i'll give it a try

  • 0 2 months ago

    This one fits perfectly(1.4"). I bought a 5 pack when I got my F8 Amoled 47mm during the first week it launched. It is still perfectly adhered and I don't baby it. I'm thinking I may not ever use the other 4 and should have just got one lol...

    IQ Shield 1.4"

    www.amazon.ca/.../B0BXFPTJVG

  • +1 2 months ago in reply to 1943989

    Hello. While ultimately using a screen protector is your choice, Use of third-party protectors could have an adverse effect on the performance of your device including:

    • Display visibility.
    • Touch screen performance.
    • Lens damage during installation or removal.
    • Reduced solar performance on watches that feature Power GlassTm or Power SapphireTm solar charging lenses.

    If damage occurs as a result of using a third-party anti-glare screen protector, the device will not be covered under Garmin's warranty.

  • 0 2 months ago in reply to Garmin-Laurie

    On the other hand, if I understand correctly, Garmin's warranty doesn't cover screen scratches anyway, so you are on your own regardless of whether you use a protector or not?

  • 0 2 months ago in reply to Garmin-Laurie

    Such a stupid policy imo. No other company seems to care but you guys. Just another reason I am moving on from Garmin and giving my money to a competitor going forward. 

  • 0 2 months ago in reply to 1943989

    Well, actually other companies have similar limitations as well:

    Samsung: "What is NOT covered by your warranty ... Use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installation, repairs, external wiring, connectors not supplied and/or authorized by Samsung, or which damage this product or result in service problems." (i.e. damage caused by third party screen protectors is not covered)

    Apple: "If the glass on your Apple Watch gets damaged, we can service it for a fee. Accidental damage isn't covered by the Apple warranty." (so a damage caused by a third party screen protector is not covered, nor is any other accidental damage.)

    So, actually, practically no matter what device you own, if you use a screen protector not specifically accepted by the device manufacturer, it's on you if the protector causes damage. Which is logical, since the manufacturer doesn't wanto to categorically provide warranty for something it doesn't even know about.

    But notice that what Garmin stated above is that IF your watch gets damaged BECAUSE of a screen protector (not likely, but let's say the screen get scratches or non-removable smudges), it's on you. Not that using a screen protector would automatically void all warranty.

  • 0 2 months ago

    Thank you to everyone that has replied.  I shall try the alternatives suggested and see how they perform.  I understand that a manufacturer cannot provide a warranty against me sticking 3rd party products (and Ive yet to see Garmin or Apple approved protectors) on their screens, however, my experience suggests that it will remain amongst the first things i do when taking a new c.£1000 smart phone or watch, out of the box. I appreciate all your comments -thank you.