Apple to Ban Film-Based Screen Protectors from Retail Stores?

iLounge and Macworld have reported that Apple has banned the sale of film-based screen protectors for its iPhone\iPodTouch and Mac lines in its retail stores.

In communications with vendors that have been ongoing for some time now, according to one company, Apple has said that it will remove both film-only solutions from its stores, as well as any case or other accessory that includes film protection as part of its package, such as cases that include film screen protectors.

According to sources, the ban will impact all forms of screen film, including completely clear film, anti-glare film, and mirrored film, regardless of whether the purpose of the film is protective, decorative, or both.The reason for the removal of film-based screen protectors is still unknown.

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