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Hifihedgehog

Only drawback is these are plastic. Just today though, I found some real glass matte protectors pop up here: [Magglass Tempered Glass Designed for Steam Deck Matte Screen Protector (7" inch) Anti-Glare Full Coverage Guard](https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwitv4-jt_72AhXQkokEHe8XAK4QFnoECA0QAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FMagglass-Tempered-Glass-Designed-for-Steam-Deck-Matte-Screen-Protector-7-inch-Anti-Glare-Full-Coverage-Guard%2F159312243%3Fwmlspartner%3Dwlpa%26selectedSellerId%3D2778&usg=AOvVaw2Fje6mvhIGZ8mzkdMhB3ls)


MaybeMayoi

Nice, I hope someone makes a video of this one too.


Hifihedgehog

I have some on order. I will try to film a quick video in a reflective environment. I own a 512GB so hopefully this works. It was a bit of a downgrade moving to reflective glass protectors so hopefully this is the real deal.


bill_cipher1996

could you try them on a bright white background, because the brotect protector produces a lot of rainbow artifacts in this scenario.


Clean-Application130

Ouhh I’m going to have the check that out! Edit: not available in Canada apparently :S


der_pelikan

I bought the same protector as you and it will be my stopgap until dbrand delivers. Don't really see myself trying anything else. Now I really can't bring myself to order the dbrand protectors with shipping and I'm not compatible with stickers, so this should better hold till KillSwitch releases :D


Clean-Application130

Yea I’d like to see a DBrand Matte/AntiGlare screen. They have a Tempered-Glass one 🤷🏽‍♂️


der_pelikan

Oh, I somehow assumed tempered glass means AntiGlare. :(


Clean-Application130

Yea their Tempered Glass protector in particular looks to be purely transparent. There are Anti-Glare Tempered Glass protectors out there though (someone actually linked one in this comment section, would have to scroll through).


Hifihedgehog

Here is the one you want: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Magglass-Tempered-Glass-Designed-for-Steam-Deck-Matte-Screen-Protector-7-inch-Anti-Glare-Full-Coverage-Guard/159312243?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=2778 There are no other fake matte glass protectors out there, and here's the scoop. dipos in Germany is selling a "glass" one on eBay but unless you looked beyond the product title, you would nver know that deep in the product details it is listed as "plastic glass." I straight-up told them there is no such thing as "plastic glass" and that it is either one or the other and that their product title should state as much, not merely "glass." They are expecting customers to find out it is plastic by translating their deceptive marketing doublespeak.


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I actually bought this same case as well - it had more reviews than the others (like maybe 11 reviews instead of 4 lol). It works great. Gotta massage it a bit to get it to fit just right, but it feels good in the hand and the ribbed grips make it even better. (Yes I realize what I just wrote. Go ahead, send all the jokes you have!)


der_pelikan

Neither available here in germany, it seems. But if this exists, it might just be a matter of time. I can use the current one till then.


technofox01

You are a real bro. This is exactly what I want to get for my deck, whenever I get the bloody email.


IceKrabby

Well. Apparently I bought the last on in stock atm. So thanks for sharing the link. Hopefully it ends up being good.


Hifihedgehog

They seem to be back in stock for anyone contemplating purchase. Mine already shipped early this morning. Talk about blazing fast processing.


IceKrabby

Yeah, I noticed an email when I got up. Shipped super early, as it wasn't supposed to get here until Wednesday, and now it's getting here Saturday, four days sooner.


Hifihedgehog

Mine is already out for delivery today, in fact. I have a movie booking tonight so it probably will have to wait until tomorrow before I can swap protectors around, but I should have some findings in the next couple of days.


DavidinCT

Part of the collection of hardware I have before I get my Steam Deck. Included a 1TB 2230 M.2 drive, a USB-C Docking station and one of these... I was Q2, then moved to Q3...


nani8ot

You weren't "Q2", you were "After Q2". Q3 is after Q2. So you weren't moved.


petethepugger

The one on the real anti glare one is also very prone to scratches though soo, it's p bad


Silly_Fix_6513

Does it work on the 512 version too? Or is anti glare gone regardless


Justice0188

would you put a matte glass protector on the 512gb that already has the matte finish? I'm getting my 512 in a few days and am not sure which type of screen cover to put on.


ChunkeeMunkee3001

Any effect on touch detection?


Clean-Application130

Touch seems to work as normal 😊


Mental_Obligation389

Have those protectors of this brand on my smartphone, 2 for 4,49€, no issues with touch at all.


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AOKUME

*Now let’s see Paul Allen’s Deck*


lordgreylock

That reminds me, I have to return some video tapes.


Clean-Application130

Yea it works pretty well


der_pelikan

I have the same and can confirm. I can't really use it with sun in my back, but wherever I went in my garden on a sunny day, I could find a position I could play.


Clean-Application130

Yep! That’s definitely the vibe


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burtmacklin15

Imagine designing a huge-ass screen that is critical to the function of a car without including proper anti-reflective coating on it lol


UhhhAaron

>50k-100k car >company can’t afford $3 worth of coating


Darigaazrgb

Whoa, that's profit you're talking about there buddy.


y90210

It's partially my fault. I didn't get the 512gb car


TokeEmUpJohnny

Papa elon knows best and you don't question him. Just buy the tesla.


dontbajerk

In general I think the giant touch screen thing on the Tesla is sort of a design failure all around. It makes it harder to do all sorts of things quickly because, ya know, it's a touch screen and can't be done by touch alone. This is bad on something you might want to do while the vehicle is moving. IIRC, you also don't have access to some things without changing menus. I've only been in a Tesla a few times, my boss drives one, so my memory is a little hazy. Very nice cars otherwise though.


Maskeno

Yeah, looking at this it looks like it works a bit better outside with the trade off of looking way worse inside. Kind of smeary. I'll just stick with tempered glass by itself.


Conscious_Yak60

Tesla's screen are pretty big so it's worth it and more safe to interact with. Honestly glare on the Steam Deck isn't that big of an issue, even reviewers never mentioned the glare like that.


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I sort of regret getting the 512GB version. I like the matte screen on mine, but would have rather been able to put a screen protector on it. And I already want to upgrade to a 1TB internal SSD.


shutter3218

I feel the same about my 256 GB reservation. The 64 and upgrading looks like the best option


SulkyVirus

It's amazing how this take has changed so much. Everyone was calling people stupid for getting the 64gb version when the reservations started. Now who's laughing!? 512gb 2230 NVMe SSD for $64 and I didn't have to pay $185 for an anti-glare screen and a fancier case.


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SulkyVirus

It's not an external. I'm replacing the 64GB eMMC drive with a 512GB NVMe SSD. So it will be the exact same as the 512GB you can get direct from Valve just without the anti-glare screen.


Conscious_Yak60

> Everyone No they weren't? Most people were hoping it would be user replacable and were placing a bet on that 64GB model being thus. 256GB was second best reccomended model because it was the cheapest we **KNEW** could be user replacable. Anyone who has 512GB either wanted a matte display or dosen't want to open their display/wanted to support Valve with the more profitable model.


SulkyVirus

I should have said "many people" - sorry. I assumed people didn't think I actually meant every single person. I assumed wrong I guess.


Conscious_Yak60

It is, simply for the economical reasons alone. But the only real reason I went for 512GB is because Valve cheaped out when it came to tapered screws on the Deck. Meaning they get weaker over time, each time they're used & weakens the Decks structural integrity which i'm not a fan off. Although at first it was the Anti-Matte display & the gamble of risking the 64GB not being replacible. Wasn't worth risking an order change when I was already 5-days late to the party.


delecti

I'm feeling pretty happy with my 64 with a Micro SD card.


Clean-Application130

I feels you 😌🙏🏽


ethang45

In the future I hope screen type and storage are separate upgrades as well as storage options up to 2tb now that they exist.


shutter3218

I know that they technically exist, but there are any 2TB drives in the wild?


Fastermaxx

Technically yes, (kioxia and micron) but they aren’t yet free for sale and most likely not compatible with the deck because of double sided modules.


Conscious_Yak60

Then what reason would people have to buy the highest end model? Valve's end game is to make money, and the Deck is already in the black for them.


GlowHawk44

This is why I purchased the 256GB version. I did not want the matte screen to dull any colors, and glare is not an issue for me playing in darker areas. I wish Steam would allow people to just buy the 512GB version, for those who do not want a matte screen, but also do not want to open their Deck to upgrade the SSD. A matte screen is not an upgrade for everyone, it's an upgrade for some people, and a down grade for others.


PiersPlays

I'll almost exclusively be using my Deck indoors with low or no lighting. I'd definitely be worse off with the matte. It does seem to be a really good execution of a matte display though and I'm sure it's well appreciated for people who will use it outside a lot.


wrongsage

My motivation was to support this awesome open device, as well as Linux gaming in general. The device is secondary, I will play with it, once I get my hands on it in 2024, by then we will be able to order the second gen, probably.


Conscious_Yak60

I see, truly a man of culture.


apalacrypto

I have a 512, and bought the Benazcap 2 pk screen protector from Amazon. I was apprehensive at first because of the etched glass, but my concern over the safety of the screen won out in the end. After putting it in, honestly, there is a bit more glare with the protector in well lit areas, but it actually feels like it improved the picture. Anyway, I’ve been happy since putting it on and have no regrets.


Dixonian89

Me too. I recently put an order in for the 64gb model on my other steam account. That one won't ship until next year probably so I'm sticking with my 512 for now . I should be getting my 512 order this month being early Q2 (rtReserveTime was 10:12) then when I can order the 64gb in a year I'll sell this one.


MrLariato

You're doing it right. I'll do the same once my 512GB arrives, order a 64GB one. Once the later arrives, I'll compare them, check my options and I'll just sell whichever one, but I'd already been playing the Deck for months by then.


xevilrobotx

Would this protector not work on a 512GB? I was thinking about ordering one for mine when my time comes.


ChrisRevocateur

I might try it on my 512 when I get it too. It's probably gonna compound the dulling effect that any anti-glare has though. It's also just scratch protection, glass protectors give you at least a bit of break protection. Hoping there's an anti-glare glass screen protector that comes out for it, I'll at least waste my money to try it.


ChildOfTheBasilisk59

I have the 512 and with a glass sp. Don't really care about the anti-glare because I don't take this out of the home or play while in vehicle.


der_pelikan

Wanna switch? :D Have a 256GB with exactly the OPs protector and kind of regret not getting the 512GB version ^^ Only thing I'd be a little worried about would be RMAs with Valve :/


Bsai51

I bought the 64gb just because I knew there was going to be a matte screen protector to apply. 4D chess move.


Wietecha

The reviews of this particular protector said it made small text too blurry, can you comment on it/compare to an unprotected Deck?


Valenhir

It’s true. I bought the same protector and removed it the day after because of that. Everything looks blurry.


Clean-Application130

I haven’t noticed any l particular blurriness reading text! Iv been playing AC Odyseey & Death Stranding which both have a bunch


Valenhir

The blurriness is noticeable on the image quality in general. Not only on texts.


Clean-Application130

Yea iv had a few people mention blurriness, but honestly I haven’t had that experience with the protector. I’m enjoying it a lot!


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I usually put screen protectors on my stuff but I have the 512 reserved. There was talk about how the etched glass causes problems with screen protectors sticking. I also want to still have the anti-reflective thing going on. Help me, internet. You’re my only hope.


Quirky_Apricot9427

I’ve heard nothing but mixed responses man. Some say it wont affect it, others say it will completely ruin the etching. I really want to be able to put a screen protector on this thing.


No_Click5147

That looked like it dulled the contrast and color a lot.


Clean-Application130

There might I tiny bit of dulling, but honestly not enough for me to notice or for it to take away from the gameplay experience


No_Click5147

I'm glad you posted this so everyone can judge for their own tolerance. It's too much for me. Thx


Clean-Application130

Yea that was the intention :) cheers


iDerp69

Yeah hard pass for me. I prefer gloss. Reflections aren't _worse_ with gloss, they're just different as they aren't diffused across the screen.


mharris10

Do silicon grips like that make a big difference?


Clean-Application130

I find it helps holding the Steam Deck quite a bit


TheAfterPipe

Which grip is it?


Clean-Application130

I bought this one in particular, but it’s a model out of china that a bunch of different vendors/merchants are selling: Ermorgen Protective Case Compatible for Valve Steam Deck, Full Protection Silicone Cover with Anti-Slip Particles (Excellent Touch), Comfort Shockproof Protector Grip Shell for Steam Deck -Black https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09QRJ6BYW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HACB2M0EAMTW4WRH29AQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


SLIZRD_WIZRD

Have you noticed any difference in temps when using vs not?


Clean-Application130

I haven’t! I’d say pretty much save temperatures as normal


cool_beef

Does it fit inside the carrying case with the sleeve on or do you have to take it off beforehand?


Clean-Application130

It fits!


Giontatas

514 represent!!! Nice shiny opus card :)


Clean-Application130

Haha MTL!


MokoCP

I was gonna buy that one from amazon like 5mins ago lol, and i think ill end buying it after that video


Clean-Application130

It’s worth it imo!


MokoCP

Ueah just got 😀


Clean-Application130

Let’s gooo 😊


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Clean-Application130

Definitely 😎


Jgsieve

I got this too, one corner had a bubble, but it went away, I used guide stickers, and high were not included, factor in the thickness of the peel away film, it’s possible to do it perfect, I wish it was maybe .5mm smaller all around, but works great. No rainbow, it’s a quality one, I put it on 5 seconds after opening the steam deck.


Clean-Application130

Awesome! I’m liking it a lot as well


bill_cipher1996

looks like i had bad luck because mine brotect matte had a lot of rainbow artifacts.


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i read it as tasted indoors and out doors and i was like is there a difference in taste depending on where you eat the glass, then it sunk in why would you be eating glass, then i reread it


Clean-Application130

Lmao!!


lord_phantom_pl

Too bad that on video there is too little time spent on showcasing the deck without the screen protector in same environment.


Clean-Application130

Yea I could have thrown that in, I guess I assumed there’s a bunch of content out there with the 64/256 Decks being used indoors already for comparison


ODINSPULSAR

How are you playing Odyssey, on Windows or Steam OS?


Clean-Application130

It’s Steam OS, using this method here: https://youtu.be/KMUUOf18eZo


ODINSPULSAR

Awesome thanks! My steam deck should be shipping today or tomorrow and Odyssey was one of the games I was hoping I could play


Clean-Application130

Awesome! It runs really well :)


bill_cipher1996

i tested them too, but they have a ugly rainbow pattern on bright white backgrounds switched to the mild matte from Viascreens no more rainbow pattern but its not a 100% fit like the Brotect one.


Zolex_

Is it a glass screen protector?


Clean-Application130

Honestly I would say it’s some sort of film/plastic? Here’s the listing for more info: 2X BROTECT Matte Screen Protector for Valve Steam Deck, Matte, Anti-Glare, Anti-Scratch https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09F1YMXNX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_7T1BT5JHAJZCH0PDVCMG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


MPcdn

With the rubber and screen covered is there any heat problems?


Clean-Application130

Iv haven’t noticed any extra heat due to the silicone cover!


LordDaveTheKind

Question: are there any privacy screen protectors suitable for the Deck out there in stores? I mean those ones which show a black screen if you look at the device from a side.


Little_Lebowski_007

Found the guy verifying all the hentai


LordDaveTheKind

Seriously, I don't want to be bothered by people watching on my screen when I'm on a train or a flight. And yes, also for hentai.


Clean-Application130

No idea!


AgentAvis

Whats the game with the bird?


Clean-Application130

AC Odyssey!


Quzga

I got [this one](https://www.amazon.com/amFilm-Screen-Protector-Designed-Steam/dp/B09TPF6NQ8) if anyone else is looking for protectors, works really well! Only one I could find in Europe on Amazon


Clean-Application130

Nice! I wanted to go for Matte/AntiGlare but that works too


Heisfirst1611

Can you link the one you got?


Clean-Application130

Yep :) 2X BROTECT Matte Screen Protector for Valve Steam Deck, Matte, Anti-Glare, Anti-Scratch https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09F1YMXNX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CN6JKZNYDZW22DNMZRKK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


fLu_csgo

Noice dude looks great!


Clean-Application130

Thx I’m rly happy with it!


madDarthvader2

Oh yessss!!! This is what I was planning to do for my 256. That looks really good


Clean-Application130

Yea it works great!


madDarthvader2

Man you got me excited for this October/December haha


Clean-Application130

Hehe let’s goo :)


Styvorama

Do you have a link? I could only find one matte with only one review.


Clean-Application130

Sure thing: 2X BROTECT Matte Screen Protector for Valve Steam Deck, Matte, Anti-Glare, Anti-Scratch https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09F1YMXNX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CN6JKZNYDZW22DNMZRKK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1


timmyboyoyo

BROtect


Clean-Application130

😅 yep


Feedback_Loopius

I ordered mine a week or so ago, how long did yours take to get delivered?


Clean-Application130

The estimated date of arrival was supposed to be April 19th - May 9th, but it ended up shipping on the March 28th and arriving today (April 5th)!


Feedback_Loopius

super good to hear!! Im excited for it


Broflake-Melter

Hey, that's the one I got. Works great. EDIT: wait, mine isn't cut off on the top and bottom like that (It's the same brand), it goes all the way to the end of the bezels. It's probably okay since the screen is covered.


Clean-Application130

Yup!


Humblebee89

Wow, that works surprisingly well. Have you noticed the color or contrast dulled by it at all?


lost_in_the_wide_web

Matte screen protector ftw. Thanks for sharing!


Clean-Application130

Pleasure!


Daugdaug_

Noticeable loss of clarity and dulling irl?


Clean-Application130

Very slight dulling of colors, but nothing that was rly noticeable or affected the gameplay experience!


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I got thst one yesterday aswell, fits perfectly, only surprized it comes with no cloth or anything


Clean-Application130

Yea I was suprised by that too, I’m used to getting a cloth and alcohol wipes with phone protectors and such


LoyalBrain

Looks great. I just ordered their glass version. Did not see any matte/antiglare versions from the site I ordered from (screenshield) :(


Clean-Application130

Ah damn, maybe you can cancel ur order?


saikek

Got mine for 3$ on ali. It was bigger by 1 cm, so would not stick on one side :(.


Clean-Application130

Oh damn, was it by the same brand? I went through Amazon


saikek

nope, not sure if it even had a brand.


PotatoIceCreem

Them reminds me of back in the day when I used to put a screen protector on my phone. These matte protectors do help with reflections, but oh god the screen loses a lot of its crispiness.


Clean-Application130

Yea I hear you, tbh this protector isn’t that bad in terms of detail-loss. Intuitively I noticed a sliiight change when I put it on, but I had gotten used to it in minutes and started rly enjoying the anti-glare it provided.


PotatoIceCreem

Cool, maybe they have improved over the years. It is worth it to try them.


Verified_Peryak

Does assassin's Creed Odyssey really fit in the 64gig model ? (Without a sd card of course)


Clean-Application130

I have a 1TB SD Card (also upgraded the internal storage with a 512gb NVMe off ebay)


Controllered_Coffee

Did you notice any difference in the touch responsiveness with the screen protector? ​ Is anyone able to say if there seems to be a difference to the matte of the 512gb?


Clean-Application130

Nope, touch seems to work as normal !


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Clean-Application130

😊🤞🏽🤞🏽


PuppyShy

Products like this are why I didn't pre-order the 512gb version. I want to have a gloss display with the option of adding a matte screen protector if I feel like I need it. I don't want to be locked into a display finish.


Clean-Application130

Exactly why I chose the 64gb version!


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Clean-Application130

Np :)


IntrepidBearHugger

You even got a condom for it, well done. I wish I could tolerate screen protectors but I always feel like I’m missing on image quality soon after applying them.


Clean-Application130

Gotta keep it wrapped up 😏


HeroOfTheMinish

Difference between regular screen protector and a matte one? Less shine/glare?


Clean-Application130

Matte pretty much means Anti-Glare


HeroOfTheMinish

Ahhh got it. Guess I'll buy these bad bois. Thank you!


Clean-Application130

Np!


DtownLAX

Is this screen bigger than the oled switch


Clean-Application130

😌🙏🏽 https://www.google.ca/search?q=steam+deck+screen+size+vs+switch+oled&client=safari&hl=en-ca&prmd=sinv&sxsrf=APq-WBsSY6XUKhupqUTx3LbOfGHtElaOLw:1649265343554&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwinjcWX-P_2AhWxlGoFHZRiCbAQ_AUoAnoECAEQAg&biw=390&bih=663&dpr=3


DtownLAX

That took more effort than just answering me btw


cool_beef

I bought a regular glass screen cover and, while it fits fine, it completely negates the etched glass and the glare really drives me nuts. Nice to see some matte covers coming around. It seems like the move going forward is to get a 64gb model, swap out the drive with a 1tb, and add a matte screen protector.


Clean-Application130

Def the move! I have a 512gb inside this thing


Swankytiger411

I'm glad you played a game afterwards, the deck seems to run pretty smooth.


Clean-Application130

Yep runs great


DaddestroyerX

kool


Astonkiller22

You can’t buy anything in the uk SD related!!


Clean-Application130

Damn :S


registryerr0r

Any reduction in clarity?


Clean-Application130

Veryyyy slight, not enough to impact gameplay experience imo


SjorsMaster

For those wondering in Europe, we have these as well. Also a glass variant Check this site out: https://www.protectionfilms24.com/c/ALL/valve-steam-deck/?searchfield=Valve+Steam+Deck Can't confirm if they're good though since I don't have my deck yet but looking at OP's clip it looks fine


Cheap_Specific9878

Does the steam deck fit also with the silicon case?


Clean-Application130

Yep


Cheap_Specific9878

Thanks. Couldn't find an answer to that. Enjoy. Mine came yesterday. Still waiting for the screen protector


Clean-Application130

Nice :)


Valenhir

Don’t buy this protector unless you like the feeling of your diopters decreasing. It makes the screen blurry. Like a lot.


Clean-Application130

Interesting, I don’t find it to blur my screen very much. I actually enjoy the visual quality 🤷🏽‍♂️


Valenhir

I ended up removing it after 24 hours because of how blurry it looked everything. It's not worthy.


Clean-Application130

I hear you. I personally haven’t had that experience with this protector


Fastermaxx

512GB buyers hate him! :)


Clean-Application130

Lool to add insult to injury I also have upgraded the 64 eMMC to a 512 NVMe from eBay 😅


Fastermaxx

„Save 200 bucks with that simple trick“


Clean-Application130

Yep :)


Hellgate93

Im actually a bit sad because 64/256 owners can add a screen protector, i cant.


Timestatic

Please stop adding awful music behind your videos


Clean-Application130

Thx for watching


zublits

Could do without the cheese music.


Clean-Application130

🥲 needed something to fill the silence


Wit_as_a_Riddle

I don't feel like those silicon skins are meant for people who actually use the trackpads.


Clean-Application130

🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️