Skinomi TechSkin - Skin Protector Shield Full Body for Nokia N97

by Skinomi

Product Details

• Item Weight: 3.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces
• ASIN: B002I17YOY
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #81,611 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)

Product Description

This kit includes: Skinomi film for your device, installation squeegee, application solution, detailed instructions, and Lifetime Replacements program.

Skinomi TechSkin goes beyond traditional screen protectors, skins, covers, and cases. This protector is made from clear thermoplastic urethane film - the same film used to protect military aircrafts and NASA space shuttles. It has the ability to resist high levels of abrasion, making it the ultimate protector for gadgets and devices. The film ""scratch-proofs"" your device without adding bulk like traditional cases. Skinomi TechSkin is designed to provide lifetime protection for your device. If the film ever wears or scratches, Skinomi will replace it under the Lifetime Replacements Program, for as long as you need it for your device. If you ever need to remove the TechSkin, it peels off easily leaving no residues unlike other screen protectors or skins.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great product, take your time, September 10, 2009

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Enigma (Palo Alto, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Skinomi TechSkin - Skin Protector Shield Full Body for Nokia N97 (Wireless Phone Accessory)

This is a great product and wish it was around for other phones I've had in the past. It protects all relevant surfaces, handles curves and non-smooth surfaces fine.

This would be five stars except for two issues:

- The lack of phone-specific directions. It's not impossible to figure out, but the directions are general for all phones, not the N97 so it takes a while to figure out which piece goes where.

- The thin strips that cover the mirrored-side edges are very difficult to apply and know exactly how to apply them (back to lack of instructions). These I didn't get right and they are starting to peel a bit. Not a huge deal as long as the warranty guarantee is fully honored. But, I haven't bothered since I'm inclined to remove since they don't protect what really needs to be protected on these: the front of the surface where the phone rests if laid on "stomach." The primary protection points are gong to be the screen/front and the back.

It is important to set aside 30-45 minutes to apply. Can be done faster, but if you rush, you'll be writing a bad review that is not really warranted since these are tricky phones and the product has a very specialized application technique many aren't used to.

Small residue and air bubbles will probably exist after application, but the packaging is right: they will disappear in a couple days. However, if you leave in larger air bubbles, you have to live with them so, again, take your time applying.

I'm not the easiest on phones and carry in a front or back pocket. I have ordered 3 types of N97 cases and they all add tremendous bulk (non pouch type cases) and/or are really not functionally productive. This is a much better route than cases currently available if you aren't looking to carry on a belt or throw into a purse (rather than a pocket in a purse with nothing in it).

After a couple weeks of pocket carrying, throwing the phone on the desk, etc., nothing has happened to it - no scratches, no tears, etc. Though, don't depend on this to drop. The only issue is that if you put in jean pockets that are "colored" inside (i.e. no white cloth - just denim), you will get nice blue tint to it. Fairly easily cleaned, but if you have a white phone, you'll notice some of the blue "dust" will cling to edges of this application.

Finally, I suspect the best combo is the case of your choice AND the TechSkin. You spent this much on a phone, you might want to add a few bucks to ensure it's not damaged for some time.

[Update: I've applied to another N97 and didn't take my own advice to take time and it ended up with some large air bubbles. That won't be covered by the warranty so need to order another. Also, these are "solid" when on the phone - meaning they stay in place and aren't noticeable - yet if you need to remove, the pieces come off easily w/out becoming a tearing/peeling game and leave no residue. Very nice if you need to replace or want to sell your phone in the future.]

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great product, September 7, 2009

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Roger W. Whittaker (Lake City, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skinomi TechSkin - Skin Protector Shield Full Body for Nokia N97 (Wireless Phone Accessory)

This product seems to protect my phone very well. It is a little difficult to apply. You just have to take your time, and make sure there is no dirt. I got a little lint under one of the panels, but it's not that noticeable. I highly recommend this to protect your phone from scratches.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great product, needs patience, September 30, 2009

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Nagesh Mittal (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Skinomi TechSkin - Skin Protector Shield Full Body for Nokia N97 (Wireless Phone Accessory)

The skin is really good, as it covers all the areas and curves of N97. It also gives a good look to the phone and protects the screen from scratches that can come due to the touch screen usage.
The only trouble is to figure out which of the smaller parts go to which portion of the phone, and believe me it does take quite some time to figure it out correctly. You need to take some time and apply the skin properly.

Overall good product. It would really help if Skinomi starts providing the details for different parts for the specific phone areas, so that its easier and quicker to use it.