Page 2: Package Contents, Testing, Conclusion
Package Contents
The inside of the packaging is divided into two. All of the protectors are contained within their own cardboard slip. Interestingly, while this is the full body protection kit, the protector slip package also contains the normal screen-only kit in addition. This is a very nice bonus considering the minimal price difference between the two screen only package and the full body package.
The second half of the packaging contains the applicator gel and sponge, the instruction manual, the application card, and a screen cleaning cloth.
Compared to screen protector kits offered by most other brands, the quality of the included items is fantastic. For example, when it comes to cleaning cloths, most kits offer a thin, frail cloth. ZAGG, on the other hand, includes a cleaning cloth similar to ones used for cleaning eyeglasses. Similarly, whereas most applicator cards are made of thick cardboard, ZAGG includes one made out of durable plastic like that of a credit card.
Testing
While all screen protectors keep the screen itself from getting scratched, that doesn't do much good if the screen protector itself gets scratched. Because ZAGG mentions such high standards for the durability of their products, we at ASE Labs felt it important to test the durability of the invisibleSHIELD to determine how thorough the protection really is.
First, there was a general use test. For this, the system was merely used for a week with the covers applied. As odd as it may seem, simply slipping and removing a handheld device from a pants pocket could be enough to create hairline scratches over time. After a week of general use, none of the protectors displayed any scratches of any kind, so it seems like general usage isn't a problem. After general testing was complete, there was a desire to see just how much abuse the invisibleSHIELD could take before showing a scratch. Suffice to say, unless you frequently take knives to your electronics, the invisibleSHIELD should keep your handheld devices from becoming damaged.
Conclusion
The ZAGG invisibleSHIELD for the PSP is a fantastic product. It offers excellent durability along with a slim, unnoticeable form factor, and many nice bonus features. While the $17 (Amazon) asking price may be a bit steep to some, you could opt for a screen-only kit for a few dollars less. Still, the product you get is certainly worth the price, and if the rest of the invisibleSHIELD line is anything like the PSP kit, ZAGG certainly have a great product on their hands.
Thanks to ZAGG for making this review possible.
The inside of the packaging is divided into two. All of the protectors are contained within their own cardboard slip. Interestingly, while this is the full body protection kit, the protector slip package also contains the normal screen-only kit in addition. This is a very nice bonus considering the minimal price difference between the two screen only package and the full body package.
The second half of the packaging contains the applicator gel and sponge, the instruction manual, the application card, and a screen cleaning cloth.
Compared to screen protector kits offered by most other brands, the quality of the included items is fantastic. For example, when it comes to cleaning cloths, most kits offer a thin, frail cloth. ZAGG, on the other hand, includes a cleaning cloth similar to ones used for cleaning eyeglasses. Similarly, whereas most applicator cards are made of thick cardboard, ZAGG includes one made out of durable plastic like that of a credit card.
Testing
While all screen protectors keep the screen itself from getting scratched, that doesn't do much good if the screen protector itself gets scratched. Because ZAGG mentions such high standards for the durability of their products, we at ASE Labs felt it important to test the durability of the invisibleSHIELD to determine how thorough the protection really is.
First, there was a general use test. For this, the system was merely used for a week with the covers applied. As odd as it may seem, simply slipping and removing a handheld device from a pants pocket could be enough to create hairline scratches over time. After a week of general use, none of the protectors displayed any scratches of any kind, so it seems like general usage isn't a problem. After general testing was complete, there was a desire to see just how much abuse the invisibleSHIELD could take before showing a scratch. Suffice to say, unless you frequently take knives to your electronics, the invisibleSHIELD should keep your handheld devices from becoming damaged.
Conclusion
The ZAGG invisibleSHIELD for the PSP is a fantastic product. It offers excellent durability along with a slim, unnoticeable form factor, and many nice bonus features. While the $17 (Amazon) asking price may be a bit steep to some, you could opt for a screen-only kit for a few dollars less. Still, the product you get is certainly worth the price, and if the rest of the invisibleSHIELD line is anything like the PSP kit, ZAGG certainly have a great product on their hands.
Thanks to ZAGG for making this review possible.