Paperlike 2.1 Screen Protector for iPad Air 13" (M4,M3,M2)

I have had three different Apple Pencils as the iPad has evolved but never used them to the full extent. I really wanted to use my iPads for note taking but did not get on with the feel of the pencil on either native glass or a laminated screen protector. I considered paying out for a Remarkable device but decided to give the iPad one more chance. I have an iPad Mini so decided to bite the bullet and try a Paperlike screen protector with it, mindful of the issues people have raised. In short, it worked and I liked it, used in conjunction with a Logitech crayon. More recently I decided to do the same with my iPad Pro and so far, I am very pleased. It gets used for recording random ideas and I find this much more intuitive than many of the typed notes and mind map apps that are available; I am using Goodnotes for the most part and doodling is a significant element of note taking. I do not find the textured surface to be detrimental to video playback or graphics apps, I have not noticed any significant reduction in quality, in fact it could be the poor man’s nanotextured display with the advantage that you can replace it - I understand that a Paperlike protector should last around 18 months. I have noticed that the screen is less reflective in direct light so from that point of view it is more friendly on the eye. The only thing I feel I need to do now is find the optimum tip for the Apple Pencil. Regarding issues with application… I have been fitting screen protectors of all types for over twenty years, even so… ****ENSURE THAT YOU WATCH THE INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO**** and follow it to the letter. Otherwise, so far so good.

If you follow the official help video on youtube you will not fail to apply the screen protector to the ipad, there will be no bubbles and the screen will be applied evenly on all sides. Also you have to do it in a daylight with minimum dust in the air, and closed windows if it's windy. I managed to do it dust and bubble free in my bedroom. If you have bad eyesight I assume you have glasses so you should put them on. Face the screen to the window as the dust speckles are visible in the reflection of the daylight. Watch the official tutorial video and follow it step by step. Ignore the negative feedback. I cannot review the longevity yet and the price is substantial, £17 per one film makes it most expensive, so for now I'm giving it five stars and time will tell.

Updated to say the company reached out and their customer service is exceptional so I’ve updated my review to reflect that This is a great product to use with the Apple Pencil. Writing is so much smoother, and it really is like writing on paper so I absolutely cannot fault that part. The issue I have, which is the same with any screen protector, is the application process. I appreciate all of the stickers, wipes and cloths that they’ve included to make the process as smooth as possible, but it’s still too fiddly. Even with all of that and following the instructions step by step, I’ve still got small bubbles with the odd speck of dust. The problem is, there’s still too much fiddling between peeling the backing off and sticking it on the iPad, and where the stickers hold the cover in place, it’s still a bit flimsy, and by the time you’ve positioned it right, another speck of dust has found its way between the iPad and cover. I wish they would follow what some brands do and have an applicator that goes over the top of the iPad, then you just place the cover on top of that and it’s automatically in the right place. I wasted one of the covers and while the second attempt was better, there’s still a couple of tiny bubbles. I’m sure with a few extra attempts I’d get it but for the price they cost, I can’t afford to waste them.

I’m very disappointed with this product having seen it on Mark Ellis’ YouTube channel where he praised it a great deal. £35 and a total waste of money. I have spent 45 mins trying to apply the screen protector (it comes with two and I have tried with both). It is simply impossible to make it apply effectively even when watching the online tutorial and following it step by step and being very patient. Bubbles everywhere that will not come out and the edge is not fully stuck down. Both screen protectors are now unusable. I am returning it in the hope I get a refund for what is, in my view, a faulty and unusable product. Avoid. ps I have only ever left a very small number of reviews for other products on Amazon and all other reviews have been five stars. I’m not someone who gives bad reviews routinely.

I should've bought this sooner! I was using my apple pencil for over a year without a screen protector and noticed a few permanent scratches so I had to do something about it. After receiving this (very quick thanks to Amazon) installation was straight forward with a tutorial to help with the process. Please note that this will cause the screen to look a bit different, but not a huge deal I wouldn't imagine. Now let me get this straight, this does not feel exactly like paper, but it is "Paper-like" which lets you write more firmly without fear of damage and stops that annoying glass tapping sound - especially annoying when you're in a work meeting. Although one disappointing factor is how easily this has scratched, within about a week and a half of use, this has scratched quite a bit, as seen in the picture. However, there is a reason why these are easy and (relatively) cheaper to replace compared to the actual screen!

Would love to give this 5 stars as once it's on the image quality is unhindered and the texture of writing/drawing is fantastic. However the application process is terrible coming from someone who's put on a lot of screen protectors. I understand the nature of the product being paper-like it is more difficult than glass protectors but application process needs to be improved. Also appreciate trying to be eco friendly but with the amount of stickers and having to use up both sheets seems very wasteful. Having a recyclable plastic mount and pull applicator would be much better. Peeling off the inside layer made for a very unstable fitting.

Very happy with the new Paperlike 2.1. I had given up with earlier versions and makes because of the loss of screen clarity, but these give reduce reflections and don't significantly degrade the image. They feel silky rather than like paper, but are a much better drawing experience than glass. Requires care to apply, but not impossible, so expect to waste one before achieving success! There are two in the pack.

The paper-like screen protector blown me away with its easy installation video and feel on your fingers as you use your iPad Pro. The feel of the screen protector has this rough texture to it as you scroll and touch your iPad, which won’t be for everyone but certainly for me! The best of all, fingerprints are almost non-existent! I hate fingerprints on my iPad and after switching from tempered glass to paper-like, it blew me away as how little fingerprints show up after heavy use. The viewing experience under strong sun is much better than tempered glass, but you do lose a bit of clarity during video watching. I’ve heard that over long usage along with the Apple Pencil, the screen protector could be scratched up and the tip of the pencil could be worn down. With the high cost of the screen protector, this could be a downside to this product.

Excelente producto, una experiencia de escritura genial

Hey Jan! I love your paperlike 2.0! My only disappointment is : In myself! For not purchasing it sooner! It's an absolute dream to write on The nanodot technology is incredible! -- color retention → real! -- Apple Pencil Pro response → real!! HUGE difference between this and other paperfeel protectors. I was a fan of Paperlike since 2015 when a had an iPad Air 2 - it was an absolute dream to write on, I never experienced anything like it. I used it exclusively for years. Then, as visuals on the iPad were getting better - with the older version - of course there was more "rainbowing" & such. When I bought a very simple iPad 10 just for writing, a friend gifted me Astropad Rock, Paper, Pencil V2 -> liked the nano-cling technology it is really cool. Being able to take it off for everything else but writing was a huge plus at the time because there was nothing like this out there Long story short → I needed pencil grips to prevent my fingers from cramping → paperlike pencil grips are incredible! *** if you are a writer, you need these! My fingers no longer cramp and in my research these are the only ones that charge and have the squeeze and double tap work perfectly. These grips reminded me of paperlike's dedication to making quality products - I read about the paperlike 2.0 - nano dot technology- it was a no-brainer for me and I’m so grateful that I came back to this because once I read about the 93% color retention, I thought cool!!!  I like not having to remove it because I use my iPad for drawing and writing more than anything else. The installation to me is genius. It’s brilliant and I’m not quite sure why people have trouble with it. I think if you just watch the video first without even opening it. Yes, it's different. People are intimidated by different - they assume the worst before even trying it, setting themselves up for failure. If we are honest with ourselves , we know as humans me all have a tendency to do this from time to time. THANK YOU JAN!! I LOVE ALL OF YOU PRODUCTS!! Leah Ayelet. - Paperlike super fan💕

I was really looking forward to writing on my iPad and feeling like I was writing on paper. The reviews, for those few, who can get it on,are great, so I took the bullet. I wasted 40$ and 2 paperlike protectors. First steps of the installation are easy enough, like any other protector. But once you go to remove "2" aka "paperlike side" you are done, the whole thing comes off, paperlike and "foil" I took my time, was not in a rush, watched the video 3x before attempting it on my own. The paperlike came off both times. It's not worth it if you can't get it installed. You waste money, energy and end up with the same glass screen to started with. I wish I could have gotten it on, but the other reviews are right. Installation is hard, and may be 1/3 of them work out for a great experience. So disappointed UPDATE: I updated from 1 star to 5 stars. This is why... 1. Customer service is amazing, they contacted me after my initial review and sent me a replacement for free. It arrived in 2-3 days, so fast and efficient at no extra cost. 2. I realized it's not paperlike's fault. It comes down to storage/Amazon/heat. I believe the first one I got from Amazon wasn't stored properly and the two films were practically melted together, so they came off together. The paperlike I got from the company itself was a bliss of an installation. I followed the same steps as before, but ran into absolutely zero issues. 3. It really feels like you are writing on paper! And also like you are flipping real pages in a way? It has a different feel when scrolling through pages (left/right) that's similar to paper ..you just have to try it, hard to explain lol Only con is the slight opacity it brings to the screen. About 5-10% opacity, but Ill get used to it cause the trade off it's absolutely worth it. Biggest lesson here, order directly from paperlike, follow the video and you'll have no issues ...and if you do, they got your back ;)

Love it, easy to follow instructions and was a breeze to put on my iPad. Feels far more like paper and I now use my iPad for writing a lot more than I previously did. Well worth it, highly recommend if you want a more matte/paper like feel for your screen.

Expensive product impossible to test properly because you cannot get rid of the bubbles during application. Frustrating and a waste of money!