Tech Armor HD Clear Film Screen Protector Designed for Apple iPad Mini 1, 2, 3 [ 2 Pack ]

Since Amazon has let different screen protectors of the same brand fall under one product and reviews I'm going to add on to my previous review of the HD clear screen protector 3-pack with my review of the Ballistic Glass Tempered Glass screen protector for the iPad Mini/Mini with retina to the bottom so scroll down for that review. I give the basic 3-pack protectors 5 stars and the ballistic glass 4 stars.REVIEW: TECH ARMOR HD CLEAR SCREEN PROTECTOR 3-PACK ***** 5 StarsLet me start this off by saying that I am fairly OCD. I am bothered by imperfections and misaligned things probably more than most. I have applied screen protectors to mobile gaming devices, phones, tablets, GPSs, and just about anything I worried might get scratched. That being said, I have a good amount of experience installing screen protectors and yet it has always been a very frustrating experience regardless.I decided to order this pack and install each of the included protectors on my iPad mini with Retina, my mothers, and my fathers iPad mini all at once. This is a perfectionist, OCD, nightmare Nonetheless I endured and proceeded with my project.I ran the hot water in the shower for about 5 minutes and at the end I entered the bathroom with all three devices closed the door and turned off the shower. The hot water had just started to fog the mirrors and I put everything down on the counter that I had wiped down earlier. I prepared the devices and gave the room a few minutes for the dust and particles to settle. I wiped the the screen with a cloth I had and then used the provided cloth to get rid of all of the remaining dust and lint. I followed the directions and installed from the bottom up making sure to line up everything as good as I could. It took a few attempts and it was quite difficult at first to line up the camera hole but eventually I got it and was able to remove any dust from under the protector with the provided dust removal stickers. I rinsed and repeated that process on all three devices and I actually had to lift the whole protector off the device a few times to line it up and remove more dust and lint between applying it to all devices but by the end I had 3 close to if not perfect installs without a single air bubble or trapped dust/lint.With the cleaning of the screens and applying all 3 protectors, the process took about 30-40 minutes. I'm not gonna lie, although everything went decently well, for a person like me, it still sucks to do it. I felt that although I have done many protectors before, these went on without as much hassles and frustration as it could have. They were dry applications as opposed to the wet applications from other protectors like Invisible shield.The only real issue that got a bit frustrating was that removing the plastic sheet that covers the screen protector after applying it to the device, creates air bubbles when it lifts the protector up as you remove it. By the end I had found that if you let the bubbles remain as you removed the top layer, the bubbles would follow it all the way up to the top where they were pretty easy to remove. It's hard to explain but once you're installing these you will likely know exactly what I'm talking about.So far the protectors are crystal clear and do not affect the visual quality of any of the screens or the cameras. They're pretty easy to clean up and I'm sure they will protect the glass from any scratches. Also, when I used the HD version of the Invisible Shield for the iPad mini, I noticed that although it was clear and durable, the surface was a bit rubbery feeling and hindered my finger from sliding smoothly over the screen at times. I do not know if that issues has been corrected with Invisible Shield but I do not notice it here with Tech Armor.I literally just applied them so I can't say how they will hold up over time but I will update my review if I find that they scratch easily, get discolored, or have any other major flaws. I bought them to protect my new glass on my iPad mini with retina and I know it will do just that. Installation was roughly the same as it has always been but it did seem a little easier going this time around with less frustration. Unless I find that they have issues in the long term, I would highly recommend these screen protectors. Just take your time and do it right, you'll get good results if you do.UPDATE: The screen protector is fantastic and looks and feels excellent months after the initial install.REVIEW: BALLISTIC GLASS TEMPERED GLASS SCREEN PROTECTOR FOR IPAD MINI/MINI WITH RETINA **** 4 StarsI need to start this review by saying that I just installed my second Ballistic Glass screen protector on my iPad Mini with Retina. The first went on okay. It was a little harder than I expected to line things up right but a little patience goes a long way in the application of the screen protector. I have to say that it went on fairly easy and I'm fairly sure I followed the instructions as well as anybody could. The problem with the first screen protector was tiny bubbles around the very edge of the protector. They were really only noticeable at certain angles but I don't like that I could see them and a lot of them for that matter. They weren't like the normal air bubbles you get with installation of a screen protector as they seemed to almost only exist in the rounded edges of the protector. The glass was lined up nearly spot on and symmetrical and I took care to clean my screen of all oils and lints. I tried pushing the bubbles away and while they would disappear for a few seconds, the tiny things would come back. It almost seemed like either the glass on my iPad wasn't completely flat or the protector came up a little on the edges. I decided to sit on it and see how they were the next day. I should also note that there were little oily looking areas underneath the protector that were the remains of air bubbles that I pressed out. These oily smudgy areas were gone by the next morning, however not only were the little bubbles around the perimeter still there but they seemed to have spread a little. I tried pushing them back out but over the day they just did not get better. Some people may not have minded the little bubbles. Besides those bubbles there was nothing obstructing the screen and the protector felt great.I did mind the bubbles and I removed the protector and got in touch with tech armor support. They got back to me promptly and my dealings with them went smooth and easy. Long story short, they truly support their products and were very easy to deal with. Today in the mail I received my new Ballistic Glass screen protector roughly a week after getting in touch with the company. I went through the process of cleaning my screen and applying the new screen protector the way I had and here we are today. The protector went on much easier this time around since I had practice from the first time and while others say you have to get it right on the first try, I have to disagree. If you are careful and can pull up a corner without messing up the adhesive, the entire glass protector can be pulled off and realigned. In fact, you can even go in with their lint stickers to remove lint if you need to however I did not have to. After a quick readjustment, the screen protector went on and looks perfectly aligned on my iPad Mini with Retina. It looks and feels terrific on my iPad but there are maybe 4 areas around the perimeter that have the same air bubbles as before, however there are much less and they are barely noticeable from any angle. I am still just a few minutes from installing and still trying to work them out for a near perfect install. I had maybe 10-15 little bubbles on my first install around the entire perimeter whereas I have maybe 4 on just the top and bottom that are pretty inconspicuous. While I do hope I can get rid of them eventually, they are actually not driving me crazy enough to dislike the screen protector and the protection it provides which says a lot coming from someone as OCD as myself.The protector seems very high quality and feels great on the device. I do feel it will offer a good amount of protection from scratches and possibly drops. I am not a fan of the cheap rubbery plastic buttons they include but I supposed I am glad something is offered. Personally I am using the SGP Aluminum Home Button for the iPad Mini and iPod Touch and it feels and fits great with this screen protector. A button isn't necessary but I prefer the feel and look over nothing and cheaper options.I like this protector and if I can get rid of the air bubbles I will gladly give it 5 stars, but for now it absolutely deserves 4 stars and for the price and what is included, I can easily recommend this item to people interested. The issues I had with this protector the first time could have really turned me away from Tech Armor forever, but my dealings with them and their support of their products have saved this relationship. They do make quality products and are completely willing to support them. I will see how this product holds up to the test of time and will update my review if needed. If there are any questions feel free to ask.

I bought this for my daughters iPad mini because I use this brand for my regular sized iPad. While the mini is new, I've had the same protector on my iPad for almost a year now and I'm just getting to the point that I could replace it, even my case didn't last this long. My iPad takes a bit of abuse, I use it for school, notes, lectures, some assignments, then I use it at home...I'm always touching it. So when my daughter saved enough for her own mini, I bought her these protectors.Installation is easy, once you do a couple things. First, I have a cleaning solution I use on all my electronics screens. Endust anti-static gel screen cleaner. Mine came with a towel, but it's a microfiber, washable, fairly large one. I clean the screen with that solution (just one spritz) and the towel that came with it.Now here's for the weird part. Go into your bathroom, turn on the water (I use the tub) to just over warm water. Now put a paper towel (I fold mine in half) down; they don't have lint, they help cushion your device on the counter and if you need to move your device, you just use the paper towel and don't run the risk of getting fingerprints.Put your device on the paper towel, use the enclosed screen cleaner to go over the screen one more time for any smudges or lint that may have been attracted during the trip to the bathroom. I usually start at my desk, then move to the bathroom, my theory is the lint is mostly hanging out on my desk at this point. There are lint stickers in the package, but I've never had to use them.Now that you're sure there's nothing on your screen (water is still running right?) line up the bottom of the protector with your screen, and carefully peel back the under layer (tab 1) of the protector, smoothing out any bubbles until the base is adhered to the screen. I usually have to reposition my hands at this point, you'll be slowly peeling the back cover from the tacky side of the protector, while smoothing out the bubbles, while slowly (did I mention slowly?) letting the cover adhere. It will be a little difficult, and the cover it stiff, so don't expect it to just fall into place. Don't worry if you see scuff marks on the protector from the little card you're using to put the protector in place, that part peels off.Now that the sticky side is in place, work out any bubbles you may have missed (this is your last shot at it) with the enclosed card, then slowly and carefully pull tab 2 up, just a bit. Sometimes that corner doesn't always stick down, so if the bottom comes up with it, carefully put it back down, smooth the bubbles out, give it a good rub with the card or your finger, then try again. Slowly peel the top layer off, it's attached by static, but you could still pull the protector you just worked so hard to put on, right back off. Some people let theirs sit for while before trying to pull of the top layer, but so long as you're careful, you can do it right away.Congrats! You just installed a new protector like a pro! Don't forget to turn the water off, you can actually turn it off if you feel the bathroom heating up, I usually have someone else in there waiting to shut it off. The moisture from the water helps keep the lint from flying around, so the screen will stay clean, and it helps keep the static to a minimum preventing those little pieces of dust from jumping onto the adhesive of the protector, forever embedding right smack in the middle of the screen.

I have now ordered and installed Tech Armor's HD Clear Screen Protectors for iPhone 5/ 5s, iPad Air, and now this one for iPad Mini with Retina, and these are in my humble opinion the best in the market -- product quality (it feels "solid" and not flimsy), adheres to the iPad Mini perfectly, and .... ZERO Bubbles, as long as you diligently follow exactly the installation instructions in the 2 or 3 videos on Tech Armor's website (link included in package). I did not know about some of the little tricks to get rid of more stubborn bubbles, so especially that video is very, very helpful to watch in advance. I don't think I will ever switch brands, as long as this product remains competitively priced. BTW -- I am a pretty critical guy, but this product truly works well and is as easy and clean to install as can be.

I wanted this for my iPad2 for its anti glare properties. The product is excellent at delivering this but the main problem I faced, which was my own fault, is that a great deal of care is needed to attach it to the screen.If you purchase this make sure the area around you is clean and dust free, the moment you begin to unpeel the screen it attracts dust particles which then create bubbles. I wasted the first one in the pack, it was easier to throw this one away and start again.It really does cut down on the glare when I use the iPad outside.

Excellent product. Easy to apply the screen protector. I installed it perfectly on my first try without even viewing the instructional video. Three tiny air bubbles were removed within two minutes. Looks like there is no shield on my iPad Mini. Great price for three shields. Delivery was astonishingly quick. I recommend Tech Armor to anyone in need of any type of screen shield.

Best looking screen protector I ever fitted. The video hints are brilliant. Yes, I had bubbles, yes I had a couple of dust spots, but following the video hints and tips I now have a super smooth iPad Mini with a non glare finish and not a single bubble or imperfection to be seen. Delighted.

It was so easy to apply! I had never applied a screen protector myself before, and this was super easy to work with. Ended up looking perfect! No air bubbles, clean, and so far scratch free.