Defects of unauthorized third-party protective films on your Samsung Galaxy devices

Last Update date : Aug 04. 2026

If your Galaxy device screen colors look unusual, lines appear on the display, or touch and fingerprint recognition do not work properly, the issue may be caused by an unauthorized third-party protective film. Some third-party tempered glass or protective films may affect display quality, touch performance, and other device functions.

A hand holding a Galaxy phone with distorted colors and lines running across the screen.

Some unauthorized third-party protective films may have differences in material quality or manufacturing, which can cause the following issues.

Fingerprint sensor failing to recognize a finger. Fingerprint sensor failing to recognize a finger.

Touch or fingerprint recognition might not work properly

A screen with unusual or discolored colors. A screen with unusual or discolored colors.

Stains, discoloration, or uneven coating on the protective film

A screen display showing horizontal lines. A screen display showing horizontal lines.

Horizontal lines might appear on the screen

A screen display showing vertical lines. A screen display showing vertical lines.

Vertical lines might appear on the screen

Vertical stripe patterns visible on a screen under light reflection. Vertical stripe patterns visible on a screen under light reflection.

Vertical stripes might appear under light

Foreign matter or dust at the edge of the screen protector. Foreign matter or dust at the edge of the screen protector.

Foreign matter or dust might appear at the edge of the screen protector

A protective film with bubbles or lifting edges on a phone screen. A protective film with bubbles or lifting edges on a phone screen.

The protective film might not attach or remove properly

A protective film with visible scratches and cracks. A protective film with visible scratches and cracks.

The protective film might become damaged quickly

A protective film that does not properly align with the device edges. A protective film that does not properly align with the device edges.

The protective film size might not fit properly

Oil stains and rainbow patterns visible on a protective film. Oil stains and rainbow patterns visible on a protective film.

Oil stains or rainbow-like patterns might appear on the screen

Samsung operates the SMAPP (Samsung Mobile Accessory Partnership Program) to support compatible accessories from partner companies.

The Designed for Samsung logo.

Accessories that pass Samsung’s quality verification process receive the Designed for Samsung logo, which may appear on the product or packaging.

Note:

  • SMAPP is Samsung’s design and quality certification program for mobile accessories.
  • Damage or malfunction caused by uncertified accessories may require repair and may not be covered under Samsung quality assurance.
  • For safe and reliable use, Samsung recommends using genuine Samsung accessories or Samsung-certified accessories.

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