Yes, the screen finish is matte. I have used these screen protectors for years and have never felt they affect the quality of the screen in any way. I just wish they would make one for my Nexus One.
I got my sgp anti fingerprint protector on Saturday and I still haven't put it on because it is matte and I wasn't sure if it would affect the clarity of the screen.
I'm kind of enjoying the "naked" screen for now and I'll probably try to apply the screen protector later. Truth is I haven't had a fingerprint problem since I'm wiping it constantly with my microfiber cloth and it never leaves the apple case. Actually I'm waiting to get one of the otterbox cases which will solve my concern of taking it on outdoor activities. Ultimately if I don't see a need for it I'll probably just give it away to one of our members.
I ordered mine from ebay. It is coming with a case bundle. I ordered anti glare screen protectors for my other devices like Palm Pre, DS XL, PSP. They are great. I found that to get a bubble free install, you need to go really slow and use a plastic card to act like a squeegee.
I would still prefer to use the Zagg invisible shield for glare protection than to apply solutions to my iPad. The iPad is very sensitive so we must be very careful on the solutions that we are using.
Actually, It is the reverse. The liquid you spray lightly on the shield is to keep it from sticking... to the screen, or itself, until you get the shield in place. Then you squeegee the moisture out and then the shield adheres in place. From their FAQ: I started without doing as they suggested - spraying as I peeled it from the paper, and I almost messed up as it curled and tried to stick to itself. (They DO say to spray the shield lightly, NOT the device, in the instructions) .
Zagg I really like the Zagg shield. They are not super easy to put on thought. My advice, spray the shield, and they spray it again and again.