Curved glass protectors are a pain to get right, and
most of them, even from reputable brands, are a tradeoff when it comes to side
touch functionality or aesthetics. Enter Zagg's new Glass Curve Elite series
for handsets with flexible OLED displays that are sloping to the sides, such as
the Galaxy S8 or Note 8. Zagg's previous curved protector efforts were as good
as anyone else's, barring those that have to be installed using ultraviolet
baking.
Most of the curved shields so far suffered from the
usual touch sensitivity problems due to the adhesive being used at the edges
only, or a certain amount of unpleasant shine when adhesive was applied
throughout.
The Glass Curve Elite uses all new type of gel glue
that eliminates both issues, and is arguably the toughest adhesive it has ever
placed on a screen protector, says Zagg. For now, the new gel substance will be
used only for Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 8 handsets, as these are the popular
ones in dire need of curved protection for their expensive screens, but more
models may be released down the road. Zagg is asking US$ 50 apiece for
its Glass Curve Elite covering, which is the same price it charged for its
previous sloping OLED display protection efforts.
