Screen protector is an additional layer of material that is applied to an electronic device’s screen to protect it from physical damage. It acts as a buffer against accidental scratches and dent and reduces the impact of accidental falls. Anti-bacterial screen protectors prevent germs and mould from growing on the screen, which can cause stains or odours on the screen. Some also offers glare reduction and UV damage protection. Rapid improvements in display technology, such as foldable screens in forthcoming smartphones, are benefiting the screen protector industry.

Increasing smartphone use raises concerns about blue light exposure and eye strain, fueling the demand for screen protectors with built-in blue light filters and anti-glare technology. Investment in research and development to develop new screen protection materials that is robust, durable, scratch resistant is expected to significantly increase the revenue of the market. Government initiatives to increase domestic production of smartphones and other parts and growing awareness among users to prevent damage to the smartphone screen are also a major revenue growth driver. 

The halo effect on the screen is one of the main deterrents of glass screen protectors. The halo effect reduces the screen's visibility and sensitivity. The pressurized adhesive component can break the screen guard if handled carelessly and may even hurt the person. It is difficult to change the tempered glass screen guards because of the use of adhesives. Plastic screen protectors also lose clarity over time and give off a cloudy appearance.

However, for a short period of time, the lockdowns and the economic uncertainty caused a decrease in the sales of smartphones, which had a direct impact on the need for a screen protector. The pandemic also hastened the introduction of new technologies such as online payments, online ordering and games, which are heavily reliant on smartphone screens. While there were some temporary setbacks, the long-term trend is towards increased demand for screen protectors due to factors like rising smartphone penetration, growing screen sizes, and the adoption of new technologies.

The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; ZAGG Inc., AZ Infolink Private Limited, Belkin International Inc., Nippon Electric Glass Co. Ltd., Corning Inc., Shenzhen Yoobao Technology Co. Ltd.

By Material: Based on the Material, Global Smartphone Screen Protector Market is segmented as glass, polyethylene Terephthalate, thermoplastic Polyurethane.

By Type: Based on the Type, Global Smartphone Screen Protector Market is segmented as 2.5D, 2D, 3D, 9H Tempered Glass.

By Size: Based on the Size, Global Smartphone Screen Protector Market is segmented as 0.21mm, 0.26mm, 0.33mm, 0.48mm.

By Application: Based on the Application, Global Smartphone Screen Protector Market is segmented as Smartphones, Tablets.

By Region: This research also includes data for North America, Europe, Central & South America, Middle East & Africa and Asia-Pacific.

This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.