[Berzerker]

Originally Posted by Lupeskew

The main reason for a screen protector for me is my M4 is a convertible. Sun glare is more of an issue.

Opposite for me. I found the film actually increased glare. The screen already has an anti-glare coating on it and I find it works very well.

[Mike02z]

I don’t think PPF is a good idea. I’m also not sure how you would get a screen protector 100% bubble free. I have enough trouble putting a screen protector on my phone. Air bubbles would drive my OCD crazy. Like other members have said, I rarely use the touch screen and if it get dirty I’ll just clean it with a microfiber cloth and some LCD cleaner.

[Berzerker]

Originally Posted by Mike02z

I don’t think PPF is a good idea. I’m also not sure how you would get a screen protector 100% bubble free. I have enough trouble putting a screen protector on my phone. Air bubbles would drive my OCD crazy. Like other members have said, I rarely use the touch screen and if it get dirty I’ll just clean it with a microfiber cloth and some LCD cleaner.

Air bubbles aren't as much of an issue as dust in the screen is. Air can get pushed out pretty easily, dust not so much. I'm not sure how my ppf installer did it last time but they got it on bubble free and dust free perfectly. I'm just sad I had to take it off.

[M4rchael]

I didn't do ppf, but I did install the Studie iD8 screen protector that's sold on IND. I felt like a dry install without using a soap/water spray was easier for me. Key was definitely keeping the screen dust free and fingerprint free (gloves help) and got it on with no issues underneath the protector. Provides a smudge free screen with antiglare which is nice! Another alternative

[NicolasB]

Just don't hit the buttons on your screen with your watch bezell and I think it will be okay. I'm pretty sure fingertips don't scratch glass...

[BBB]

I installed stek dyno film on my ID8 and everything looks like before, nothing changed and the screen is protected, i recommend stek film to protect ID8 display

[Berzerker]

Originally Posted by BBB

I installed stek dyno film on my ID8 and everything looks like before, nothing changed and the screen is protected, i recommend stek film to protect ID8 display

It's really not recommended to install anything considered "PPF" on the display since it adheres and is difficult to take off in the future.

Something actually designed as a "screen protector" is easy to remove and doesn't use any strong adhesives to adhere itself.

[BBB]

Originally Posted by Berzerker

It's really not recommended to install anything considered "PPF" on the display since it adheres and is difficult to take off in the future.

Something actually designed as a "screen protector" is easy to remove and doesn't use any strong adhesives to adhere itself.

hmm, thanks for this information.

[G80indy]

If it is in fact glass, I don’t think PPF is needed

[napeHbNYC]

Installed the matte screen protector from website earlier in the thread and now I actually starting to like the look of ID8 compared to ID7 lol.

[G80indy]

Is that dust or bubbles all over it?
😉

[napeHbNYC]

Dust 0

[snyder268]

Originally Posted by Shawn_M3 2023

I was looking for a screen protector for my 2023 idrive 8 but doesn't look like there are good options.

My ppf installer said they can apply the thinner xpel film to the screen. Has anyone done this? Will it be crystal clear?

Yes, I have stealth Xpel ppf on my screen. No issues since it’s been done and reduces glare.

[Ariboon]

I put a one sheet/tempered glass on mine from amazon. It's the same type people put on their cell phones. Easy install, super clean, looks like nothing is there.

[G80indy]

Does it mess with touch sensitivity etc.
?

[Sonic RR]

For everyone questioning this do you not have a screen protector on your phone? Like it's all the same. I enjoy the reduced glare and finger prints. I hope to never need the protection aspect but I also use ppf and hope to never "need" that. It's not a hard concept.



Sonic

[Berzerker]

Originally Posted by Sonic RR

For everyone questioning this do you not have a screen protector on your phone? Like it's all the same. I enjoy the reduced glare and finger prints. I hope to never need the protection aspect but I also use ppf and hope to never "need" that. It's not a hard concept.



Sonic

My car screen isn't going in and out of my pocket, constantly exposed to the elements, and could potentially be dropped or scratched by random things in my pocket...so, no it's not really the same.

Again, the screen protectors actually *increase* glare compared to the stock coating since the anti-glare ones will "spread" it across the protector more than reduce it in spot, which is what the anti-glare coating on the screen from the factory does.

[napeHbNYC]

I actually much prefer the matte look to the gloss from the factory, no touch sensitivity loss.

[SwankPeRFection]

Originally Posted by Ariboon

I put a one sheet/tempered glass on mine from amazon. It's the same type people put on their cell phones. Easy install, super clean, looks like nothing is there.

Exact link and do you have any pics?

[Lupeskew]

Absolutely love my screen protector I installed. It's the matte version. Great at reducing fingerprints and it does indeed reduce glare for me. Super easy to put on and take off if you are not happy with it. Do not put regular PPF on your screen though.

[G80indy]

Originally Posted by Lupeskew

Absolutely love my screen protector I installed. It's the matte version. Great at reducing fingerprints and it does indeed reduce glare for me. Super easy to put on and take off if you are not happy with it. Do not put regular PPF on your screen though.

Pics and video even better of application/ details

[Lupeskew]

Originally Posted by G80indy

Pics and video even better of application/ details

Lot's of links on Youtube of this like this one which I used for install guide.