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| | Average Rating: 60 out of 100
Owned by 6 users
On 3 wishlists
50
Boxwave and Javoedge are the most famous PDA screen protector manufacturers so I was extremely happy to see they produce screen protectors for the PSP. After much deliberation on whether to go with Boxwave once again, as I have used their products for numerous PDAs in the past, I ended up picking Javoedge as I had read rave reviews about their Crystal Clear PSP protector and liked the fact that it covered the entire surface.
The package came with instructions, an application card, a lint-free cloth and the screen protector. But wait, why was there all this dust on what looked like the screen protector's outer packaging? To my horrifying dismay, the dust was actually on the screen protector itself. At the time I began to question the quality of Javoedge's packaging, but later would find out the truth.
I had a quick hot shower to ensure a dust-free environment where I could apply the screen protector. I had always done this for my PDAs and they always turned out perfectly: no dust and few to no air bubbles under the screen. I wiped my PSP with the cloth as well as the dusty screen protector. At this point I'd like to note that for some reason the cloth seemed of low quality; it didn't feel as soft as my previous cloths and even left a few marks on the screen. I checked that I was using the correct side as both sides felt to be of the same material but I concluded the side I was using was slightly softer so I was confused but continued on.
I peeled back the application side of the protector and began applying, using the card as I slowly lay the protector on the surface of my PSP. Application was not as bad as expected for such a complex designed screen protector. And I found air bubbles to subsist only around the left and right sides of the protector where application was more difficult to do using the card. Also, air bubbles for the logos and letters were impossible to smooth out and while I believe Javoedge could taken these into account it is minor and easily ignored.
As for the screen protector after application, the moment I left the washroom and into a brighter lit room to look at the final product I had noticed two things: 1) I could see all the marks from using the application card on the screen protector, and 2) The screen protector was instantly covered with dust. I took 10 minutes wiping it with every lint-free cloth I had but it was futile. The dust would not dissipate.
So now, with my newly bought 3 day old PSP's face covered in dust I am ready to give the protection of my PSP's screen to Boxwave and possibly even Hori in the meantime.
Pros
• Covers entire face of PSP
• Crystal clarity
Cons
• Covers entire face of PSP in dust
• Crystal clarity of all marks and scratches
• Due to complex design, application is not easy
• Low-grade lint-free cloth
In conclusion, while this screen protector ranks high above those manufactured by Pelican or Brando, comparing it with previous PDA screen protectors manufactured by Boxwave earns it a score of 50/100.
95
There aren't many screen protectors available at retail in Canada yet, but I found this for only $12.99 CAN. A little tricky to put on, but once you get it on, you'll be the happiest PSP owner. NO MORE SCRATCHES!!!
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I spent literally 8 hours trying to properly apply this screen cover. I assumed that since I was armed with a microfiber cloth, a professional can of Dust-Off, and a squeegee card that the installation would be a piece of cake. (The fact that the company said the installation would be easy also contributed to this.) Boy I thought wrong! I found several things out the hard way:
1) Yes the JAVOscreen is quite clear, and if it wasn't for all the annoying and impossible to remove air bubbles, maybe it would have been worth the money I had spent.
2) The JAVOscreen is a dust magnet! So if you want your screen to look good, without all the dust and hair and all that junk stuck under your cover, make sure you get it on right the first time.
3) The instructions that come with the JAVOscreen are incredibly brief and do not provide the customer with any useful hints or additional information.
4) Attempting to successfully apply the JAVOscreen is futile.
Even after following the email that I received from Customer Support, I was still unable to get this piece of crap on my precious PSP.
JAVO said: "Hello Steven, Thank you for your inquiry.
You may wash the JAVOScreen in cool running tap water. To reduce/eliminate air bubbles during installation, I suggest leaving a small amount of moisture on the JAVOScreen during reapplication. Simply flap the JAVOScreen dry after washing and apply. I suggest using a dust free environment during installation. A good place would be in a steamy bathroom after you have taken a shower."
I wish a review like this had been up before I made the idiotic mistake of ordering this “Ultra Clear” screen protector, but now all I can do is pray that others read this review before throwing their money down the gutter.
But on the flip side, if you have tons of money that you are just dying to waste, and you enjoy getting frustrated till the point that you feel like killing family members, then the JAVOscreen 2.0 is the screen protector for you!
95
I had initially tried the Brando screen protector and found it to be a very frustrating experience (air bubbles I could not get rid of, scratched up face after trying to smooth out, huge waste of time).
I don't know about other people's experience, but this went on SO much easier! Got it on the first try. The few air bubbles were smoothed out using the little card they included. The cloth they include also helped alot before applying the protector.
The only reason I don't give this 100 is because the edges don't stay down perfectly a little. But this is a minor complaint in comparison to what I had to deal with on the Brando screen protector.
I can barely tell this thing is on, and the screen just looks GORGEOUS! Although I have only tried a few screen protectors, this is definitely the one I am sticking with and I highly recommend it to everyone.
I found that just by laying down the Javo 2.0 screen protector all at once (aligned properly to the buttons) it went on perfect and I seemed to avoid any dust, etc. Smoothed out the edges and was very very happy. Applied in 30 seconds. Literally.
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