Clear-Coat full-body scratch-protection for iPhone

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As the iPhone 3G launch draws near, there are undoubtedly manyfirst-generation iPhone adopters that are looking to hock theiriPhones on the secondary market for as much as possible. In thelast couple weeks leading up to the iPhone 3G launch, you'll wantto make sure that you don't hurt your iPhone's resale value withsome added scratches and dents.

Transparent protective films aren't exactly new, but it's hard tofind solution that's easy to install and offers ample protection.Enter the Clear-Coat protective film for iPhone.

Like any protective film worth its salt, the Clear-Coat solution isa full-body affair - the glass display, backside, and all edges arecovered by the transparent protective film.

So, what's the best way to ensure you'll get the most coin for yourused iPhone? Protect it!

Clear-Coat full-body protection for iPhone

Retail Price: $24.99 (free shipping)

Installation

Installation was a breeze. Simply use the included applicationspray to set down the iPhone and the adhesive side of theClear-Coat (don't worry, a bit of water won't hurt the iPhone, justdon't go dripping the spray in the dock connector or other openingsand you'll be fine). The spray allows you to manipulate theClear-Coat into place as it slides around on a watery film.
Once in place, use the included squeegee to "squeeze" out the spraysolution from beneath the Clear-Coat. If you get any bubbles thatcan't be squeezed out, just leave them be - they'll dry out overthe next couple days. You'll have to apply two Clear-Coat films -one of the front and one on the back of the iPhone - so Clear-Coatincludes two bottles of spray solution to make sure you can sprayaway with abandon without having to worry about running out of thatmagical spray solution.
The only downside is that installation is a bit of a watery-mess.But, there really isn't a better way to install a film like this.
Hint: On the front-face, use the earpiece and home-button to alignthe Clear-Coat. On the backside, use the camera lens and volumebuttons to align the Clear-Coat.
Protection

Protection is the key to a good protective film. What's the pointif it doesn't protect your handset?
The entire front face of the iPhone is covered, with cut-outsallowing for easy access to the iPhone's home-button and earpiece.The backside of the iPhone is fully protected, leaving the cameralens and volume buttons uncovered to ensure easy access andunmarred picture quality.
The Clear-Coat wraps around to cover all edges of the iPhone,ensuring that even the lengthwise and widthwise edges remain inpristine condition. Even the chrome bezel is protected. Of course,the volume rocker and SIM card tray are left uncovered for easyaccess.
Fit

The Clear-Coat for iPhone fits like it was made just for theiPhone. Actually, it was custom-made for the iPhone, but you get the point. On a device assleek and minimalistic as the iPhone, it's important that theprotective film doesn't end up detracting from the device's design.
The Clear-Coat cut-outs line up perfectly with the iPhone's homebutton, earpiece, camera lens, and volume controls. I can't stresshow important it is to have details like properly aligned buttoncut-outs on a protective film. There's nothing more annoying thanhaving a full-body protection film that forces you to compromise ona clean and aesthetically pleasing fit.
Overall

The Clear-Coat protective film offers full-body iPhone protectionwithout compromising on button-access or aesthetic appeal. The filmeven endows the iPhone with a higher-friction surface to ensurethat your previous handset won't slip off a desk and end up gettingreal personal with the floor.