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    Protective cover for Studio XPS 16?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by f0cu5, Jun 28, 2010.

  1. f0cu5

    f0cu5 Notebook Geek

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    As we all know, the Studio XPS 16's chassis is a real fingerprint magnet...

    So, what I wanted to ask is:

    Has anyone had any good experiences with any type of protective casing that would cover the whole touch pad area w/ keyboard and even the back side of the screen (w/ the Dell logo) that you would like to recommend to me?

    FYI, I know about Zagg protective shields, but apparently many people weren't able to attach it properly without letting air bubbles in... I might just go for that anyways if it solves my problem...

    Thanks!
     
    f0cu5, Jun 28, 2010
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  2. kezuk12

    kezuk12 Notebook Evangelist

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    I went for the Zagg invisible shield for $40 but to no avail. It was really frustrating to try and attatch it, it kept sticking to itself and then stretching. :(
    I did manage to get it on the trackpad however and it was okay but it still showed fingerprints, so I'm guessing the rest would be similar. I took mine off and it looks better without and I'll just have to take extra care of my lappy!
     
    kezuk12, Jun 28, 2010
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  3. nobb

    nobb Notebook Consultant

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    I bought some 3M carbon fiber vinyl on eBay for $20 and wrapped the palmwrest (including touchpad) + lid of my SXPS 13 with it. It REALLY helps...but the lid is a pain to wrap.
     
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    nomoredell Notebook Deity

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    8.9-15.4 Laptop Crystal Skin Guard Cover Protector Film
    Top-rated seller - opens in a new window or tabMember id partsdomauction ( Feedback Score Of 44246) 99.6% Positive feedback
    from ebay.

    the film is transparent, i ve used it for over a year. look good and very durable , i had leather handle area covered and when i removed the protector film, there was no peel off or discolor at all.
    cheap yet functioning product from a Chinese or Taiwan company.
     
    nomoredell, Jun 29, 2010
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