Update: So got another broken Centro in today a was just curious to see iff the customer had gotten the device wet. It was swapped by managment with no questions asked wit a brand new one. Customer stated it was put on charger when they went to sleep and woke up to a no responsive phone.
I had more time to spend taking this one apart and low a behold the screen protector is removeable. I had tried on the previous units to no avail, but I had not applied much pressure to the LCD. Since this device was DOA, I had less reservations about forcing it off. Its about as thick as a sheet of overhead projector film once removed
There is a front and side view.
One issue, air bubbles; once removed it creates a chance for air bubbles and dust to trap underneath of it. Im not sure how they will handle this if it does become a servicable part when and if the lcd is ever replaced. They may come preattached or come on a sheet precut for removal.
I was able to get the bubbles out of this one using heat gun and a business card. Once I know if this will ever be a replaceable option for people I will update again.
Muff