PRS-600 Lexerd Screen Protector

Grandma Aubbie · 10-08-2009, 10:28 PM

My Lexerd Screen protector (I ordered through Amazon) arrived this afternoon and I installed it on my 600 touchscreen. I am using the
Lexerd - Sony Reader PRS-600 500 TrueVue Crystal Clear PDA Screen Protector

I'm kind of clutzy, so it took two tries, and lots of effort to make sure the bubbles (99%) of them were out. But, it fits perfectly.

When I first tried to turn on my Reader, at first it wouldn't turn on. Then, after I reset, it came on and was fine. I don't know what triggered the problem.

The touch works fine, I tried page turns, clicking for the dictionary, and even writing on the page. All worked perfectly.

The protector seems to be perfectly clear and I do not personally see a difference in reading with having it on the Sony. HOWEVER, I do read all of my books at Medium or Large - getting older or something.

The one thing I noticed (which we've all wondered) is how it impacts the glare. It seems to me that it actually causes just a tiny bit more "reflection" - not enough to bother me, but I if reflections/glare are an issue, you'll want to avoid this.

There is a different protector available supposed to be specifically supposed to be designed for glare. Lexerd - Sony Reader PRS-600 500 TrueVue Anti-glare PDA Screen Protector.

Rangepath · 10-09-2009, 12:13 PM

I put the Proporta screen protector on my 600 today. It doesn't seem to make any real difference to the read quality; but I must say having put numerous screen protectors on various devices over the years that this one was the easiest of them all to put on. Looking at the screen you wouldn't really know it was there!

Grandma Aubbie · 10-10-2009, 12:14 PM

Just so you know - I've noticed it picks up a few more fingerprints than the screen did. I keep the lint-free cloth handy.

FragFrog · 10-10-2009, 04:00 PM

I wonder, is screen protection really necessary for the PRS-600? I can understand its use for mobile phones (which tend to hang out in pockets filled with keys), but I generally keep my reader in the protective casing that came with it (sure, it won't protect against heavy pressure, but should be enough to prevent scratches when it's in a bag), under the assumption it would suffice. It's a fairly new product, but are there already known cases of scratched readers? Or is this more of a 'better-save-than-sorry' thing for you?

terekkincaid · 11-10-2009, 10:09 AM

I tried the Wrapsol, but as I stated in that thread, it was cut too small for my screen (whether by design or accident, I don't know - I never got a straight answer from the company, though they did offer a refund). It was pretty shiny, though.

I recently received my Lexerd anti-glare film. I don't really care about reducing glare, but I didn't want a shiny protector that added *more* glare (and fingerprints).

It does diffuse light sources a little more, so it does a good anti-glare job. Also, it is as fingerprint resistant as the 600 normally is. I was afraid the antiglare would come at the extreme price of clarity, but it didn't. . After I put it on, I peeled it back halfway to do a direct comparison, and I could't tell much of a difference (I stared really hard and just didn't notice much). After a day of reading, I'm sure I won't notice anything. The real test: I will take it off in a month and see if it seems remarkably clearer to me or not.

I'm sure our 505 brethren are weeping that I've done this, but since this is my first reader, I guess I don't know any better

And FragFrog: Yes, the screen will eventually become scratched with little hairline scratches, even if you don't ever use the touchscreen (and especially if you do). One day, a tiny grain of dirt/sand will sneak in your case and leave little marks. Over time, these will add up. If you have a screen protector, you just peel it off and spend $10 on a new one. If it's your screen, you have to pony up $200 for a new screen or just deal with it. I have been using mobile (i.e. carry with you all the time) touchscreen devices (PDAs, phones, etc.) for 10 years now, and every one has tiny (or large in a couple of cases) scratches. Only my first device didn't have the screen protector to keep the actual device screen safe. I learned quickly

poshm · 11-10-2009, 10:20 AM

Hubby uses screen protection on all his gadgets - mobile, mp3 player, camera etc

I never do because I usually buy cases/covers and I am very careful with my items. I also hate the thought of a piece of cheap plastic over my gadgets just the same as I hate the thought of a table-cloth over a nice table - it's meant to be viewed as is IMO! Maybe I have weird ideas!!!

I have to say that apart from finger prints over touch-screens which can easily be wiped off with a proper cloth, I have never had any visible scratches or damage to my screens.

So maybe it depends whether you want to use a case and how careful you are.

10-08-2009, 10:28 PM	#1
Grandma Aubbie Grandma Aubbie Posts: 79 Karma: 229 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southwest Kansas Device: sony 600	Lexerd Screen Protector My Lexerd Screen protector (I ordered through Amazon) arrived this afternoon and I installed it on my 600 touchscreen. I am using the Lexerd - Sony Reader PRS-600 500 TrueVue Crystal Clear PDA Screen Protector I'm kind of clutzy, so it took two tries, and lots of effort to make sure the bubbles (99%) of them were out. But, it fits perfectly. When I first tried to turn on my Reader, at first it wouldn't turn on. Then, after I reset, it came on and was fine. I don't know what triggered the problem. The touch works fine, I tried page turns, clicking for the dictionary, and even writing on the page. All worked perfectly. The protector seems to be perfectly clear and I do not personally see a difference in reading with having it on the Sony. HOWEVER, I do read all of my books at Medium or Large - getting older or something. The one thing I noticed (which we've all wondered) is how it impacts the glare. It seems to me that it actually causes just a tiny bit more "reflection" - not enough to bother me, but I if reflections/glare are an issue, you'll want to avoid this. There is a different protector available supposed to be specifically supposed to be designed for glare. Lexerd - Sony Reader PRS-600 500 TrueVue Anti-glare PDA Screen Protector.

11-10-2009, 10:09 AM	#5
terekkincaid Connoisseur Posts: 58 Karma: 196 Join Date: Oct 2009 Device: nook	I tried the Wrapsol, but as I stated in that thread, it was cut too small for my screen (whether by design or accident, I don't know - I never got a straight answer from the company, though they did offer a refund). It was pretty shiny, though. I recently received my Lexerd anti-glare film. I don't really care about reducing glare, but I didn't want a shiny protector that added more glare (and fingerprints). It does diffuse light sources a little more, so it does a good anti-glare job. Also, it is as fingerprint resistant as the 600 normally is. I was afraid the antiglare would come at the extreme price of clarity, but it didn't. . After I put it on, I peeled it back halfway to do a direct comparison, and I could't tell much of a difference (I stared really hard and just didn't notice much). After a day of reading, I'm sure I won't notice anything. The real test: I will take it off in a month and see if it seems remarkably clearer to me or not. I'm sure our 505 brethren are weeping that I've done this, but since this is my first reader, I guess I don't know any better And FragFrog: Yes, the screen will eventually become scratched with little hairline scratches, even if you don't ever use the touchscreen (and especially if you do). One day, a tiny grain of dirt/sand will sneak in your case and leave little marks. Over time, these will add up. If you have a screen protector, you just peel it off and spend $10 on a new one. If it's your screen, you have to pony up $200 for a new screen or just deal with it. I have been using mobile (i.e. carry with you all the time) touchscreen devices (PDAs, phones, etc.) for 10 years now, and every one has tiny (or large in a couple of cases) scratches. Only my first device didn't have the screen protector to keep the actual device screen safe. I learned quickly Last edited by terekkincaid; 11-10-2009 at 10:11 AM.

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10-09-2009, 12:13 PM	#2
Rangepath Member Posts: 11 Karma: 10 Join Date: Dec 2008 Device: HP Ipaq 214, BeBook;Prs-600	I put the Proporta screen protector on my 600 today. It doesn't seem to make any real difference to the read quality; but I must say having put numerous screen protectors on various devices over the years that this one was the easiest of them all to put on. Looking at the screen you wouldn't really know it was there!

10-10-2009, 12:14 PM	#3
Grandma Aubbie Grandma Aubbie Posts: 79 Karma: 229 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southwest Kansas Device: sony 600	Just so you know - I've noticed it picks up a few more fingerprints than the screen did. I keep the lint-free cloth handy.

10-10-2009, 04:00 PM	#4
FragFrog Connoisseur Posts: 83 Karma: 32 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Netherlands Device: PRS-600	I wonder, is screen protection really necessary for the PRS-600? I can understand its use for mobile phones (which tend to hang out in pockets filled with keys), but I generally keep my reader in the protective casing that came with it (sure, it won't protect against heavy pressure, but should be enough to prevent scratches when it's in a bag), under the assumption it would suffice. It's a fairly new product, but are there already known cases of scratched readers? Or is this more of a 'better-save-than-sorry' thing for you?

11-10-2009, 10:20 AM	#6
poshm Fanatic Posts: 581 Karma: 1003580 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Cambs, UK Device: PocketBook 360, Sony Reader Touch, Ipod touch & Kindle 2	Hubby uses screen protection on all his gadgets - mobile, mp3 player, camera etc I never do because I usually buy cases/covers and I am very careful with my items. I also hate the thought of a piece of cheap plastic over my gadgets just the same as I hate the thought of a table-cloth over a nice table - it's meant to be viewed as is IMO! Maybe I have weird ideas!!! I have to say that apart from finger prints over touch-screens which can easily be wiped off with a proper cloth, I have never had any visible scratches or damage to my screens. So maybe it depends whether you want to use a case and how careful you are.

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