iCarez Anti-Glare Matte Screen Protector for iPad Mini 6 2021/mini 7 2024 (A17 Pro) 8.3-inch Paper Feeling Reduce Fingerprint Bubble Free with Hinge Installation

I want to start off saying how much I like these screen protectors, the price performance metrics are off the charts! At $5 per, these are really cool. I placed on my iPad Pro back in 2022 when I got it. It has worked like a charm. But over the years, as expected it scratched a bit (better the protector than the glass). Last week, while on holiday I dropped the iPad in rocks and it really did a number on the screen protector. Which, again, is what it is all about. The iPad had ZERO damage, the screen protector not so much. I got a new one in today and went to replace it. When I lifted it off, mind you it's been on for almost 3 years, there was a glue film about 1.5" wide around the whole iPad (see the picture). I was not expecting this. I had to remove all of that glue prior to placing the new protector down. Not a big deal, but it wasn't expected. The only issue I have is that I have never had something like this happen before and I was more expecting this to stay via some static over glue. So I had to spend 10 minutes removing the glue (BTW, alcohol swabs and some elbow grease did the trick). So, this thing stayed solid for almost 3 years. The only reason for replacement was it did its job and took the damage from a drop onto a rough surface. It is super easy to install, including getting any bubbles out. I use a credit card and the cleaning rag and keep moving air to the sides prior to removing the upper film (number 2 film). Using the screen protector does dim the it a bit, but that is because I wanted the paper like matte film - so because I wanted this, I cannot fault a bit of dim-ness (BTW, this is no worse than the new nano-texture on the newer iPads). I still use this for watching movies on long-haul flights without an issue. All in all, I totally recommend this brand, I have been using it for my families phones and iPads for years.

I think Icarz 12.9 screen protector for the iPad Pro is the greatest thing since sliced bread microwave popcorn, and the Internet. I was skeptical of the price then it cost $9.99 for two screen protectors. I thought because of the price it would be a lesser grade product. But I was pleasantly surprised, and the screen protector surpassed all my expectations. Since I bought the eye cares screen protectors it is great it is easy to clean, has anti-glare so you can really see the images, and the screen protector has The feel and texture of paper. I am an artist and I am able to use my iPad in creating original pieces of art with that texture with the friction is allows me to use my eye pencil to its limits and beyond. I am legally blind and visually impaired. The material the texture and the feel of the Icarz Screen protector, I am able to feel the surface and use the Apps and software to the fullest. That being said there are some drawbacks, not in the quality, and function of the product., But because I’m blind it’s hard to apply the screen protector for a blind person there’s a lot of trial and error. I think there needs to be an audio file or audio description plus a redesign of the application tabs so that you can figure out how to line it up even if you can’t see the screen protector or the tabs, by creating textured tabs, and maybe ribs, or some kind of structural alignment guide, for people who are physically disabled, and blind. This will not only profit the people that are physically disabled and blind but it was a prophet other customers as well. By giving them a physical guide to install the screen protector cut out a lot of the guesswork. But on the whole you have a High quality, well-made, and extremely functional Screen protector for a very reasonable price that surpasses all expectations protects Your screen, from scratches, fingerprints, liquid, and all around use. The Icarz is a great product at a great price, and protects your device from scratch his fingerprints and all around where in tear. It is a great product at a great price. I give this product five stars Sincerely Kevin H

I've been using my iPad Pro (2021 11inch) with this screen protector for about a month now. It makes writing and drawing with the Apple Pencil feel very fluid and natural. Installation was simple, but it did take 2 tries for me to get it right. That may just be me being a perfectionist, though. The screen protector is slightly smaller than the iPad screen and I wanted to make sure it was centered as much as I could. The stickers to remove dust work perfectly. I have zero bubbles or dust trapped under the protector (and I live in a house with a long haired cat and German Shepherd who both are shedding like crazy right now). Not only does it make using the Apple Pencil feel more natural, it also does a great job of minimizing the amount of fingerprints on the screen. It doesn't keep all of them off, but they are barely visible and a quick swipe with a microfiber cloth (or your sleeve lol) will remove them completely. As far as anti-glare is concerned, I feel like this does a decent job. It dissipates the light that shines on it so that there aren't any blindingly bright spots, but there is still a tiny bit of a glare depending on the situation. I noticed the glare the most when I'm sitting on my couch which has a northern facing window behind it. I see the glare, and it makes dark shows slightly harder to watch, but I can still see everything on the screen. The glare with this screen protector is much more tolerable than it would be on the bare screen. Also, after watching a lot of reviews on matte screen protectors, I was very weary about the screen protector wearing down and having residual pencil marks left on it. I have done a lot of note taking and drawing this past month and have not seen even a hint of wear from Apple Pencil use. It looks just as good as the day I installed it. So, I'm very pleased with that. The image I shared is how it currently looks. I didn't even wipe it down first. I just picked it up and snapped the picture. All in all, I really enjoy this screen protector. It is definitely worth the money. It's probably one of the best matte screen protectors on the market. (Yes, even better than Paperlike)

Update: I’m a little late in updating this ... The seller actually promptly provided me with a replacement that was cut to fit the IPad Pro 2018. I only had time to go through the procedure to replace the protectors two days ago. Since then, I’ve had zero problems with Face ID recognition. Otherwise its much as the previous versions were. Still a *little* blurriness attributable to its being matte (but there is no way that I can see that you would have a perfectly clear screen protector at this price that is also matte). The blurriness is only occasionally noticeable once you get into using it. It was very easy to put on, and the “tooth” of the screen makes drawing a little more pleasant. Great screen protector if you are looking for a low-cost, matte protector. And the service of the seller is top notch. Pros: - inexpensive - the material seems like it might be slightly better than the one i had on the gen 1 ipad pro -- colors come through a little better. Because its a matte screen protector, there is some "light streaking" (not sure how to better describe it) that makes the screen slightly blurry. But if you draw on the iPad alot and want a little more texture this is the tradeoff you have to make. That Cons - it doesn't actually fit on the new iPad pro. I paid for expedited shipping so that i could have it as soon as I got the new iPad Pro. it shipped on time, but on application I discovered that it covers up the Face ID camera. So a major part of the iPad is disabled by using this screen protector. If they weren't ready to sell this product because they hadn't tested it, they shouldn't have sold it. The protector, while not completely useless, should be avoided. and i feel like i got ripped off on paying for faster shipping and receiving a defective product.

As I have gotten older glare from shiny Apple screens has bothered my eyes. Historically for me, screen protectors make it harder to read because they always have bubbles and dust and diminish the clarity and beauty of the screen. The application process for this screen protector is truly impressive and very well thought out. I have zero bubbles or dust particles under the screen protector because of the application process this product employs. Essentially, a protective film remains upon the protector until literally just before it is applied to the screen itself and the application process removes the need to touch the protector as it is applied. The process also guarantees the protector is aligned perfectly as it goes down and has instruction on how to remove any incidental bubbles that are present. There is no glare now. No bubbles, no dust. I use an Apple Pencil and have no issue drawing or writing. Oils from my finger are much less noticeable. I've been so pleased with how much more relaxed my eyes are while reading with this protector that I've begun to wonder why Apple doesn't make the iPad screens with the matte surface that this protector provides. About the Uploaded Image -------------------------------- I included a picture where I positioned a reflection of an overhead light just over the word "News+" in the Apple News app open on the screen. That light glare previously prevented me from being able to read easily. With the protector now on the screen, you may not have noticed the glare had I not pointed it out. It doesn't affect my reading now. Unfortunately I don't have a before photo, but if you have a shiny Apple screen you know how bad a direct light reflection can make a reading experience. This protector solves that problem with ease.

I love it! Super easy install even if screen protector installs give you sick anxiety like they do for me if you’re a bit obsessive and hate when they’re uneven / bubbled. Pros: *Two screen protectors included *Super easy install. You use the included rubber bands to secure the screen protector in place, then stickers around them to form a hinge. You remove the protective adhesive to stick it to the screen, then add another sticker to secure the protector, then remove another protective film covering the actual matte screen protector. *PERFECT idiot proof install with straight edges, and no bubbles. *Exact matte finish I was looking for. Feels so good on the fingers. *EXTREMELY fingerprint / oil resistant. This might be the best part of all. EVERYONE THAT SELLS SCREEN PROTECTORS SAYS FINGERPRINT RESISTANT. THEY LIE. THIS ACTUALLY IS. * Touch is very responsive. No errors yet.. *Face ID cutout is perfect Cons: *The wonderful HD clarity is gone. It’s still great, good enough, but for people that are all about screen clarity... This one isn’t for you. - The screen appears to be be wet, showing rainbow multi color grain distortion. It’s fine for me and likely unavoidable if you want a matte finish / thick paper feel to your screen. *Likely not enough protection against drops. I’m careful with my stuff and don’t expect to drop it, but if you do...This likely won’t be enough to save your screen. Thoroughly impressed for the price. If you want a matte finish, easy and reliable install, and good enough protection..This might be your match. I will be giving iCarez all my screen protector business going forward. Really impressed with everything about this product.

I was initially skeptical of a screen protector that was installed using stickers and rubber bands. It sounded like something MacGyver would come up with. However, the protector is by far the best one I have ever used. A little background on the installation. The protector was installed on a new 12.9-inch 3rd gen iPad Pro straight out of the box, so I did not need to worry too much about cleaning the screen. That definitely made a difference. I was also careful not to lean over the iPad while I was working to help keep dust to a minimum. The instructions were clear and easy to follow and the protector went on without any real difficulty. There were a bunch of bubbles, but with the tool provided in the package I was able to carefully work them out. I had to be persistent, but I was able to get all the bubbles out. The iPad works great with the protector. I have had no problems whatsoever with the Face ID function and the screen is very responsive. In fact I literally can’t tell that I have a screen protector on my iPad. I have my iPad in a Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case and was concerned that the case edge would peel the protector up, but I was able to install the the case over it without any problem. I really cannot recommend this screen protector enough. If you take a little time and effort in the installation, you will be rewarded with a screen protector that is invisible and does not interfere with the device at all.

**UPDATE** I changed my rating from one star to three after applying the second protector in the pack. I'm leaving that review intact below because I feel all my criticism is valid, but if the unit is actually cut squarely and you can manage to get it installed, it's a perfectly adequate product. A few tips for installation: 1: Do it in the bathroom after you've run the shower for a bit. The humidity of a post-shower bathroom takes the stray dust from the air and will save you a world of a frustration when it comes to removing that one dust mote that managed to get under the film in the ten seconds between thoroughly cleaning the screen and dropping the protector. 2: Take the hinging tape included in the package, carefully fold it in two, then again, and throw it away. The adhesive was too weak to hold the protector in position, as described in my original review below. Pretty much any other tape would have been better than what was included in the package. I frame pictures as a hobby and the archival hinging tape I use to secure photos and other works in place behind mat boards was much better suited than the awful decal things iCarez included. 3: After you position and hinge the protector but before you remove the peel and lower it into place, give both the screen and the underside of unpeeled protector another once over with the dust cloth. That thing is a dust magnet and even in the post-shower bathroom you could introduce that one annoying dust mote onto the screen if you get too eager to peel and lower. So, once I installed one with no bubbles, kinks, misalignments or unsquareness, it was actually a great screen protector. The matte texture reduced glare but didn't mute the screen colors or make it look grainy, and most importantly it didn't cause any issues with the Apple Pencil. It even felt more like paper and made my note-taking feel more natural. It was perfectly compatible with my Zugu case and was positions close enough to have nearly no gap yet not so close that the case would interfere with the protector. Full disclosure, my iPad was one of those rare lemons instead of an Apple and had to be exchanged, and despite my criticism I honestly couldn't find anything that I was reasonably sure would be better, so I ordered a second iCarez set of protectors. Barring another weird unsquared one and knowing what I know now about making installation easier, I'm confident that I'll be satisfied with the product when I get it installed on my new iPad. But seriously, iCarez, do something about the installation materials. I shouldn't have had to resort to professional archival picture framing materials to install a screen protector. **END UPDATE** **ORIGINAL REVIEW** The included tiny instruction pamphlet was somewhat difficult to read and not very clear. The installation video linked by the QR code showed rubber bands which were not included in my package. They may have made installation simpler, but I would have come to the same unacceptable conclusion that the screen protector itself wasn't square--lined up to the bottom and one of the sides, the other side of the screen protector was not parallel to the screen. The difference was very slight but I noticed it. I tried to finish the installation but the adhesive of the hinging stickers was very weak and they came loose as I was peeling off the bottom protective layer. At that point it was an exercise in frustration just applying the protector with any degree of accuracy. By the time it was somewhat in place and I had squeegeed most of the bubbles out (with the included microfiber cloth wrapped around my credit card, since the "squeeze card" mentioned in the installation video was also not included) there were still several bubbles on the sides of the screen. I thought they were due to dust or lint but no matter how many times I followed the instructions to fix that (lift with sticker, remove dust with sticker, etc.) some of them remained. It looked like the protector itself had some kind of flex in it. At that point I gave up and removed it altogether. I turned on the screen just to see if it was worth trying with the second one, but even that looked disappointing, so I didn't bother. This product has a lot of positive reviews so I may have just had bad luck with this one, but from my experience I would absolutely not recommend this product.

With Anti glare screen , no tiredness for eyes

It’s perfect for unit-fingerprint, reflection, and the pen and the touch response are amazing. Very high quality. The installation is very easy “watch YouTube video”. The only thing is the resolution will be a little bit degraded. But it’s totally acceptable.

It took my quite some time to decide which matte/paper I should go with. In the end I have no regrets choosing this product. I paid around $13 and got 2 screen protectors, and an installation kit with enough products (stickers) to apply the second time. I am unsure why people are so disappointed when they realized that a matte screensaver reduces the sharpness of the screen, as do all that I have seen. It’s just a consequence of wanting to have an authentic writing experience with the pencil and for glare reduction. If you do not have an Apple Pencil then I would suggest a normal tempered screen protector in order to get the full clarity of your beautiful screen, but I have no regrets. Writing on it with the pencil is nice. It’s smoother than most paper products but I believe that will make my pen tips last longer, which is why I also decided upon this product. It’s only $13 and if I decide I don’t like this “matteness” any longer than I will simply purchase a clear protector. Not going to lie. It did take around 30 minutes for me to apply this screensaver. It took so long because I was so dedicated on making sure everything was perfect and that the edges lined up as well as having no lint or air bubbles underneath the protector. Overall the time I spent was well worth it as it is 100% perfect!

I do not write many reviews. But I got this delivered today. It took fairly long to get delivered. For someone like me who doesn’t have a great deal of experience installing screen protectors, I was surprised. It comes with such detailed instructions, hinge stickers (for accurate deployment), and peel stickers, together with clear instructions. My first attempt - remarkably perfect. Thanks to the complete installation kit, complete with alcohol wipes, micro-fibre cloth, surplus stickers, and clear instructions. Next, the quality is also really good. I was worried about the rainbow effect, or color noise that matte protectors generate. It’s here. But it’s not overwhelming. The overall feel is really pleasent, together with a slight friction for Apple Pencil. I am really glad I got this. I had developed hairline scratches on my iPad screen. One of these had become deep enough to create a stretch of rainbow effect along its path. It really saddened me. I am glad that all the hairline scratches, together with this deeper one have completed disappeared underneath the matte layer :). Overall, a great success! Thank you. Also - this screen protector is really a great deal. I think it’s not as great as Paperlike 2 (better than Paperlike probably). But this is what you get for much cheaper, with much better installation material, and a really good product. Would you like to get almost twice expensive Paperlike 2, while being unable to install it perfectly? I think not!

I really like this screen protector. I mostly use my tablet for note-taking and drawing, and I needed something that would take away the extreme glossiness of the screen without causing too much blurring or colour inaccuracy. This is definitely the right product for that. The protector is matte, but not at all rough, so I don’t foresee having to replace the pencil nib anytime soon, which was a major concern for me. Anti-glare is good, but I haven’t tried it in direct sunlight so I can’t say for sure. It’s not really an issue for me either way. Installation is probably the only thing I don’t appreciate about this product. It’s a little tricky to get it lined up and even harder to get the dust out from underneath if any is left behind. I messed up two corners just a tiny bit from having to lift the protector again to get dust out, only to find more underneath. Admittedly, it’s very dusty here, so it might not be as bad for someone else. Once the protector is on it really likes to stay where it is, even after a couple of lifts, and the bubbles were easy to push out. Overall, very happy with this purchase. And it came with two! So now I have an extra if I need it. Absolutely worth your money, especially if you’re looking for something with very mild texturing.