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\n\nIf cracking your phone screen ranks near the top of your list when it comes to tech disasters, you’re not alone. It is one of the reasons there are so many different types of screen protectors available. I consider myself very kind to my gadgets — I take good care of them and don’t needlessly throw them around or put them somewhere they’ll get banged up. But even I drop my phone a couple of times a week. Every time I do, I worry I’ll pick it up and find my screen cracked or scratched. Thankfully, between my phone case and screen protector, I haven’t had that happen in more than a decade.
\n\nAccording to tech repair experts I spoke with, if you pick the right screen protector and install it correctly it will provide extra protection for pricey gadgets. Below, these experts explain how screen protectors work and how to select the right one for your needs, plus they share their personal recommendations for anyone looking for the best screen protector for a new device.
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