Many people will say that _any_ matte screen protector offers the same functionality. You are completely wrong. Matte protectors are not all the same. It's more than just a non-shiny finish; You have to consider the composition of the material and the grain. I've tried several brands over the years and while I've been happy with most, they don't measure up to the Elecom Smooth profile. iCarez, for example, didn't have any major flaws. It performed better than I expected for the price, but it wasn't until I started using Elecom that I realized there was actually something better out there. Elecom has a physically different texture; tiny pits compared to raised grains. Up close, it doesn't look like the matte finish of a typical LCD screen, but something completely different. However, you will most likely not notice any of this unless you specifically look for it. Dazzling dots remain on a white background, but next to the iCarez the dots are much smaller. While the iCarez had almost point-sized spots, the Elecom had them half the size. This is a significant improvement in clarity. The texture is also grippier, although not quite like paper. This will help protect the tip of the pencil. Finally, unlike iCarez, Elecom retains almost no sebum. I used to wipe my handprints with a damp cloth. With Elecom, you can just wipe it clean without water. Elecom's application was a bit tricky. It doesn't go edge to edge, so you'll need to position it about a millimeter from the edge. It was no more and no less difficult than any other screen protector, although it does make the situation riskier with just a chance. Peeling off the top 2 inches and attaching first is probably the best strategy. The blisters will disappear in about a day. The adhesive also wraps around the dust so the particles don't trap air. This is another feature that cheaper protectors don't have. Overall I am very happy with Elecom. You should always be sure that a matte profile is what you need before investing that much money, but the investment definitely shows.
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