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The Two Kinds of LCD Monitors

There are two kinds of modern LCD screens: matte (anti-glare) and glossy. Both have their pros and cons and are a subject of many discussions.

Matte screens don't get glare or reflections on them; however, the same rough surface (polarizer) that reduces the intensity of reflected light results in less contrast and brightness since the light from the LCD screen passes through it. Matte screens diffuse light instead of reflecting it so they might be easier to read outdoors, if the backlight provides enough brightness. You don't have to worry as much about reflections as with a glossy screen.

Glossy screens have vibrant colors and the highest contrast and brightness because they have a smooth, high-gloss surface. As a result, it is often the choice for movies or gaming. However, strong lighting causes glare on these screens which is very annoying and may tire your eyes if you have to stare at it all the time. You can also see reflections on the screen. Some graphics designers may also find the colors inaccurate, although that mostly depends on the LCD matrix. Glossy will work great for you if the lighting in your room doesn't create any glare on the screen.

Which ones do you think are better, and why? We'd love to hear your opinion!

Matte vs Glossy Opinions

What kind of LCD screens are better?

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Matte screens are better than glossy!

luci says:

Matte , i totally hate glossy kitsch screen ...hard you can find a laptop with matte screen ,Thanks to Samsung..

T.F. from Wisconsin says:

I have used both matted and glossy screens. When I watch pornography on a glossy screen I can sometimes see my reflection and that is always very awkward.

Loki says:

I can't stand glossy. All my TVs and PC monitors are matte. I bought a glossy laptop because there was no matte laptop at the time. One word. I hate glossy.

hr says:

I hate glossy screen

Dave Allen says:

MATTE! I Hate glossy screens.

diurnal says:

There's glossy screen fanatic here telling us to switch off the lights, draw the curtains and sit in a dark room.

No thanks.

tastycake says:

i only like glossy screens if i want to see my face during a zombie game.

Marco says:

It's healthy to use a monitor in a very bright environment, so glossy won't make it because it would reflect anything behind you and yourself. Matte is the trick.

Amid Bomon says:

Matte is better because it looks sexier.

mike says:

i prefer matte screens. I don't like at all glossy screens.

kindoak says:

I edit a lot of photos and can testify to that glossy screens have too much contrast. Also hard to se because of rteflection.

virtualboy says:

matte most definitely

Colin says:

Take a look what arguments people use for glossy: "OMG, glossy screens are liek so kewl!" Seriously, it feels like the only ones FOR them are no older than 12. If someone actually did the work of comparing an identical matte and glossy screen, they'd notice that matte is 99% as good (I'm a photographer and I tested with a color calibrator). That said, companies try to feed you BS by saying glossy is better because you can stick a shitty TN panel inside and artificially raise color saturation to make it look good to the untrained eye.

PS: the photos are printed on glossy paper instead of regular paper because regular paper isn't dense enough to take in all the ink. You can print them on matte photo paper and in many cases they look better (ex: monochrome).

Chris says:

The glossy screens I have used have ranged from horribly annoying to physically painful. As far as I'm concerned, no matte screen = no sale.

mihai c says:

glossy is garbage..cause it has some drawbacks vs the old mat screen. This is not acceptable ..i don;t like when something new appears and for every single + of useage it has more -. Good old times...mat screens!

Mike says:

When the brand manufacturers will finally understand that all mobile devices should come with deep matte finish and forget about shitty glossy displays? Actually I'm looking to buy an ultrabook that is with matte display and already decided NOT to buy so many brands which at the moment have excellent characteristics, but glossy displays...

Mujjen says:

I think I prefer matte...

Anti Glare says:

Glossy sucks. Good for for TV in a dark room. Never for a notebook nor a home PC

Irfan says:

Matte

hev says:

Please tell me which all in ones come with Matte screens.

scott says:

Matte is Better !!!! You put them side by side In different lighting conditions (like normal everyday use) and the Matte always wins.. Glossy especially on computer screens will cause severe eye strain over time in bright rooms. Thats, why Germany employees have law suites on employers who provide them with glossy screens. The manufactures are scamming us, it cost less to make glossy finish, that is why they are pushing it. Well let me tell you the people who are idiots may buy them because they look good in the ideal showroom setup. But, they will be very unhappy after they are home.

Joe-B says:

I have two screens side by side. Both have the same IPS technology. One is glossy (an iMac) and the other is matt (a Dell U231H). The images are identical. However, I cannot work with the reflections on the iMac screen, which is why I bought the Dell.

Ralf says:

Which laptops come with a matte display?

Ralf says:

I have used both and I prefer Matte, which does not restrict the environment that I am working in.

bob says:

matte

Agent Mitch says:

Matte is the way to go. I have 2 laptops with glossy screens and my matte one is much more usable. Higher end computers tend to have a matte screen, more for professionals.

Rebecca says:

Matte. There must be something seriously wrong with people's eyeballs if they can't see the reflections on glossy.

Mrs. Magoo says:

I bought a "matte" film to go over the glossy screen and STILL couldn't see the screen when out doors. Matte please.

mel oster says:

I am looking for a new lap top and would not even consider a glossy monitor. they are totally impossible to see when you are outdoors or in a lighted room.

Brian says:

Unless you have an absolutely perfect enviornment, a matte screen is far better. It's much more usable, and the reduction in color gamut isn't that bad.

Jacky says:

I haven't TRIED matt screen, but I HATE my new Macbook Pro glossy screen. My eyes become sore and red very quickly when using it, and stay that way for a very long time. I also think my eyesight is being affected!

ulung says:

MATTE....!!! Glossy screen burns my eyes. Matte screen for healthier eyes

Karin says:

Matte, because you can actually see what's on the screen when there's a window next to you...

DinosaurEgg says:

Matte for me. Reflections are very annoying!

Doug says:

I hate the glossy screens. The glare is so annoying! I don't understand how anyone can use them!

Glossy screens are better than matte!

Nuclear Xmas says:

I had a laptop with a glossy screen, I really don't get the hate for it. Then again, my experiences with matte screens are typically with older, cheaper models. Maybe their are some expensive matte screens that can imitate the same color contrast and clarity that glossy screens offer, but as long as you're in a good environment I see no reason why you wouldn't get a glossy screen. I've got curtains in my room and would probably play games with the lamp off so I've got no need for reflection protection. The monitor I'm preparing to buy is apparently a matte screen so maybe I'll be impressed and conform.

David says:

Glossy rules

Josh says:

I will ONLY buy glossy TV's and monitors. Colors are just so much more vivid, and really pop. Whereas matte screens just look so dull and boring. Not to mention glossy screens look SEXY AS HELL when the screen is off.

Jack says:

If you see a reflection in the screen, well, deal with it.

If you see a light in the screen, turn the light off.

If there is glare from the sunlight on the screen, then purchase a pair of curtains to block out the light with.

Matte screens look awul, sure you do not see any fingerprints when the screen is on, but put the screen in the sunlight and you can see everything. If you do not use the correct cleaning fluid then the screen will show streaks.

I have always used a glossy screen and I will always prefer a glossy screen,

jazzy95 says:

when peepl sees my mac their like cor n wow its amazing. thats the main thing

RITU says:

glossy is nice but costly

Taamir says:

I have used both of matte and glossy screen and when creating my phen375 reviews web site. i used my glossy screen notebook. And i like it.

lifeinaplane says:

my first laptop was matte then i had to replace the lce second laptop glossy i had no problems with it third laptop matte then again lines would show on screen and had to replace with glossy still working fourth was glossy no problem again fifth laptop was matte no problem with it only worked for one moth till i droped it in water sixith was glossy no problems till i droped it in water dont judge me i want to do something will i am in taking a dip seventh was glossy worked till the motherboard gave up eighth was matte and i had the same issue with the lines showing up and replaced now working and my dog pissed in it but still it works! ninth was glossy no problem and my dog peed in it no problem still tenth was glossy no problem
i always had the problem with matte screens on every laptop i owned but i have a destop with two matte screens working about a year now 27" and 21" no problems

Lifeinaplane
Web Lifeinaplane.com

Telveer says:

When I want a pure immersive TV experience (which is most of the times), I prefer Glossy. Howeer, my living room has a MATTE TV because of all the lights and windows but no one watches this TV expect in the morning to catch news and stuff.

HATER says:

"Matte screens are for old geezers and look like throwback screens. Glossy is what's up."

^this

uktvbrackets says:

glossy, i can put up with some glare. colours are richer and screen looks better overall

Strom Thurmond says:

I think I need lasik surgery. Otherwise I have to keep using shitty matte screens.

ADC says:

Matte screens are for old geezers and look like throwback screens. Glossy is what's up.

Trickworn says:

I think the Glossy one is the better one cause it looks cute and also very much perfect .

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Notty says:

I would lyk glossy screens than Matte one coz am a hardcore gamer...

Obama says:

Glossy screen help my eye recovery from been destroy by matte screen one.
But I also found it hard to find professional level screen that offer glossy so perhaps matte screen has some advantage in this area. I wish in some manufacturer made professional glossy screen in future.

Beauke says:

Glossy is the best, matte has ugly colors, and bad black and white's, and it cost's more... FTW , Just take a glossy, better colors and deeper black and brighter white's !!!

asdf says:

Glossy

hima says:

GO GLOSSY !!

Ben says:

Glossy!

I have no idea how these people get so distracted by reflections? Even at 30% brightness its still bearable, anything higher than that and you're looking at an amazing screen. Theres a reason photos are always printed on glossy paper instead of normal paper from your home printer.

Runefox says:

Matte screens disperse light. This necessarily means that there is a loss in sharpness and colour depth when dealing with matte. Matte is useful for mobile devices and displays subjected to bright light sources, but for graphics design, gaming, or any real multimedia tasks, glossy screens provide a clearer viewing experience with richer colours. It's no surprise that there are many glossy displays to be found in the TV industry, though it is extremely surprising that desktop monitors are almost always matte, while notebook displays are almost always glossy - Based on their respective advantages, I'd expect it to be the opposite.

Rufus says:

It's the same as with photography. When you enlarge and develop a photo onto matte paper is looks nice, but you can't help knowing that it would "pop" so much more if it had been printed on glossy paper. It's why it's the standard for when photos are printed.
The exact same principles seem to work for glossy screens. Things look just fine on my matte screen but everything on my macbook is made beautiful by its glossy display and when watching films, glossy is a priority for me.

glossy? Yes please! says:

Matte screens look *dead* or like looking through a dirty window. Glossy screen give depth to pictures and the colours come alive. Frankly, I have never been disturbed by reflections from glossy screens.

Steve the tech says:

I prefer the glossy. Web pages and software screens are built with more stuff in them now, so in turn all that stuff gets tiny (like the writing on this screen). I prefer to see it all at once and not have to scroll back and forth, so I need high contrast. With the matte screen I find myself straining MORE, and I also work 12 hours a day on a screen.

SaznRai says:

I've been used both and I prefer glossy. The name and the sound of it might seem a bit off but it really is the good one. Whatever you need for clear and bright viewing, you get it. I didnt know about these types, I researched a bit and came to the conclusion that Glossy is my choice!

Jack says:

Clarrity.

Arthur in Japan says:

I would like to say glossy is best as all three PCs I have are so... Netbook, 15.4", and external monitor...

However, I have been interested in buying a larger 24" monitor and there are now very good spec. monitors available. Yes glossy always looks so virtual and fresh but the 'mirror-effect' is indeed a little niggling...

So, I am hoping that I can find a super performance matte finish monitor. LG electronics seem to be right up there in late 2011.

Theasis says:

Turn off the lights and blanket the sun, problem solved

holly says:

I think Glossy screens look much better on a laptop where as a matte one makes it looks old, my laptop screen is matte and is a very old laptop, i really want a Glossy one to make it look better. Even though Glossy screens do reflect the light making it more difficult to see, the picture is better. Matte screens are very dull in colour and light, you can modify this but it makes it look even worse, i do think Glossy screens are far better.

iQwestArticles says:

I'm only opting for glossy to keep all options on the table, since there are third party products that we can use to turn your glossy screen into a matte finish. With that said, I'd much rather read on the matte finished Kindle screen outside than the iPad glossy screen.

collins kanjanda says:

can i replace the glossy lcd on my laptop with a matte one?

Edge says:

I have a 1080p matte and a 1400x900 glossy. The 1400x900 just looks to have crisp colours compared to my other screen. I am comparing a 25'' Gateway screen to the HP w1907. The HP looks to have clear colors.

Scott says:

I would never give up the contrast and vibrancy of any of my glossy screens. My phone, laptop, and TV all have them, and I've never found it a nuisance to avoid reflections. My work PC has a matte screen, and I always feel like I'm looking through a film I can never clean off.

markets says:

It's all about the vibrant colors. I don't go computing outside, so indoors this is the best option.

Fanofboth says:

I know my iPod touch is a glossy screen and my monitor is a matte. I love them both. I am getting a alienware m14x and it has a glossy screen so I hope it will do well.by the way I am typing this from my glossy screen iPod touch. :)

 
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Comparison of Matte & Glossy Monitors

You can see two Apple MacBook laptops compared side by side in the photo above. The left one has a matte (anti-glare) LCD monitor while the right one has a glossy screen. The test was performed in a brightly lit room and as a result the glossy monitor has reflections on it.

Photo credit: Engadget

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Comments

  • Visitor May 17, 2012 @ 11:53 am | delete
    I like the cheaper one.
  • Andreas May 8, 2012 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    as a visually-impaired person who is desparately looking for a new laptop with a matte screen, I am pleading with all the manufacturers to allow the client the choice between matte or glossy.
  • Karl Hussman, MD May 6, 2012 @ 9:42 am | delete
    Glossy better for indoors in your own room when you can lower the light. Even as a radiologist... I always can use a glossy screen becasue I look directly at the monitor and the light is low. All CRTs were glossy of course. The colors and clarity are more with glossy. Matte is better if you are business person and 1) need to take your computer to meetings where there is lots of light and 2) don't care much about colors and images, more about text. If you are indoors, gaming or working or watching movies in dim light, glossy is better. The only advantage of matte is less reflection in bright room: not better color or clarity. Both screens are bad when outside; matte is dull and glossy reflects too much.
  • Carola May 4, 2012 @ 11:25 am | delete
    I'm an editor (of words, not movies) and need to look hard at the screen for hours on end. A glossy screen is a deal-breaker for me - it strains the eyes (and neck, shoulders or back if one has to sit awkwardly to get rid of reflections). I'm sad to see that my usual favourite brands no longer offer matte screens - all are going for the cheap & nasty glossies, which are fine for TV or video viewing, but lousy for actual work. I am currently in the market for a new laptop and am choosing the only brand that still offers a matte screen, even though its competitors have attractive features I'd otherwise have gone for. I hope manufacturers will eventually wake up and give us a choice.
  • Stefan May 1, 2012 @ 11:16 am | delete
    I think Colin hit the nail right on the head, "That said, companies try to feed you BS by saying glossy is better because you can stick a shitty TN panel inside and artificially raise color saturation to make it look good to the untrained eye."

    It's the same way that Bose sells audio equipment. But crappy speakers inside, crank the midrange, and it sounds good to the untrained ear. Until you try to actually _listen_ to the music instead of just _hearing_ it.
  • Lindrus Apr 8, 2012 @ 12:56 am | delete
    I've never paid attention to this before. Always though a bright and colourful display is the most important, but as your lens stated there is the drawback with reflection.
  • angel warrior Apr 7, 2012 @ 11:54 pm | delete
    hi I like the colors and stuff but i don't like the photos looking like xrays and i dont know that much about the mac and can"t remember how I did it...HELP
  • virtualboy Apr 3, 2012 @ 8:44 pm | delete
    congratulations, nicely done and very informative indeed
  • epsonix Mar 23, 2012 @ 2:17 am | delete
    Nice lens, good info.
  • morinf cran Mar 6, 2012 @ 2:57 am | delete
    So, glossy screens are for kids who play games and watch movies
    matte screens are for older people who make money.

    interesting debate there... but you can clearly see that glossy people are usually the ones who are at the left side of the bell curve.
  • Pangionedevelopers Mar 4, 2012 @ 1:08 pm | delete
    "Great info here, I really enjoyed it"
  • accfuller Mar 3, 2012 @ 8:21 pm | delete
    I must honestly say that I've never considered this before!
  • Jim Mar 2, 2012 @ 5:22 pm | delete
    glossy screens allow makers to use cheaper panels for the comparable quality when there are no reflections
  • Jim Mar 2, 2012 @ 5:22 pm | delete
    glossy screens allow makers to use cheaper panels for the comparable quality when there are no reflections
  • jimmyworldstar Feb 16, 2012 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    I like the ability of matte screens to reduce glare but if it takes reducing color quality to do so, it's better to just find a way to lower sunlight glare.
  • PeaZip Dec 24, 2011 @ 3:16 am | delete
    Nice lens! Both technologies IMHO have pros and cons, matte is more ok for outdoor work while I personally find glossy screens more "attractive", so I tend to prefer glossy screens for indoor machines.
  • jadehorseshoe Dec 23, 2011 @ 1:50 am | delete
    Return visitor. Good info.
  • zulfadli Nov 28, 2011 @ 1:38 am | delete
    thanks so much for the valuable information...do check my lens :)
  • Ronlove Nov 22, 2011 @ 7:52 am | delete
    Nice Lens Plenty of information.
  • Jolene_Belmain Sep 15, 2011 @ 10:39 am | delete
    Nice lens, neat to see people's opinions as to why they like each one.
  • coltus Aug 24, 2011 @ 11:01 am | delete
    Nice lens,.....useful information.
  • iQwestArticles Aug 20, 2011 @ 2:35 pm | delete
    Great lens. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for incorporating the best traits of both glossy and matte finishes!
  • blinded by the light Aug 17, 2011 @ 6:31 am | delete
    Hi' We have a matte & gloss laptop working side-bye-side. I use the Matte one while my wife bobs & weaves try to see hers, sometimes even lifting the thing up to see, then ending up looking at mine!! We will never buy another gloss screen. If we cannot buy matte we will go for secondhand. Gloss is for games a & impressionable kids...we have a life.
  • lasertek Aug 11, 2011 @ 9:07 pm | delete
    I prefer matte screens. Great debate!
  • dee Aug 2, 2011 @ 7:58 am | delete
    Very informative articles! people sometimes do not think about the topics you discuss here until he complained about obstacles in the face it.

    I personally recommend matte screen for better eyes comfort. if you already choose a glossy screen, do not be disappointed because by adding anti-glare protective films, the problem will be resolved.

    dee - macbook hard case
  • praneet87 Jul 3, 2011 @ 1:23 pm | delete
    Use this League of Legends Guide if you are new. Learn the basics first !!
  • sukkran Jun 30, 2011 @ 9:47 pm | delete
    my choice is matte. very interesting debate and informative lens.
  • TIRMassageStone Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:54 am | delete
    I prefer matte over glossy, but they both have their pros and cons.
  • markets Jun 21, 2011 @ 2:00 am | delete
    Thank you for creating this page. It will surely help people to better understand a product before purchasing it :)
  • Download_software Jun 9, 2011 @ 10:57 am | delete
    Cool lens. Thank you for sharing good stuffs
  • achraf Jun 6, 2011 @ 3:00 am | delete
    nice and informative lens! and thank you to all people participating in the discussion with their point of views
  • GrowWear Jun 5, 2011 @ 2:02 pm | delete
    Just thought I'd drop in and congratulate you for reaching the Top 100 with your Matte vs Glossy Screens.
  • joe May 17, 2011 @ 11:35 am | delete
    the best screen is one without any finish, plain lcd and you and nothing between - just be careful not to poke it.

    i had matte on mine and removed it and now it looks 10x better , my personal ( just personal ) advice is that you remove these whenever possible - and if you want to avoid glare simply have light source in front of you not behind you....
  • Salad Girl Mar 16, 2012 @ 12:13 am | delete
    "and if you want to avoid glare simply have light source in front of you not behind you...."

    Thank you for this tip! Just what I needed.
  • jerry crites Mar 21, 2012 @ 2:33 pm | delete
    I have never seen an lcd screen that donot have a cover over it
  • CruiseReady May 14, 2011 @ 6:31 pm | delete
    Nice, and I appreciate learning about this thank nyou!
  • reash May 13, 2011 @ 12:59 pm | delete
    Nice lens.Thanks for sharing. Work Plan Platform
  • ClinicallySignificantProductions May 8, 2011 @ 2:18 pm | delete
    I like the way a glossy screen looks when it's off, and they do have a better looking picture, but the glare is VERY distracting. In fact with a window behind you or an improperly positioned lamp the glare can make a glossy monitor nearly impossible to use in some cases!
  • ComputerSecurityExperts May 3, 2011 @ 1:09 am | delete
    Definitely prefer Matte!
  • UKGhostwriter Apr 18, 2011 @ 6:33 pm | delete
    thanks for the information
  • blackspanielgallery Mar 27, 2011 @ 6:17 pm | delete
    I never knew these different types exist.
  • disc64 Mar 16, 2011 @ 1:44 pm | delete
    I literally had to call up manufacturers to find what they had for non-3D 23"/24" glossy monitors. Below is what I learned (as of March 15, 2011).

    Manufacturers who have confirmed that their current product line does not have 23"/24" glossy monitor:
    - LG
    - Samsung
    - Viewsonic gave me confllicting info. The person I spoke to in pre-sales said their 23"/24" monitors were not glossy. However, in separate email exchange with a tech-support guy, he said their monitors were glossy by virtue of having a hard coating on the screens - this may be comparable to what peering was saying in his post below about the Asus LS248H. That said, all the monitors that the tech-review person identified as glossy were instead identified as matte in the reviews I found.

    Manufacturers who confirmed they have at least one or more 23"/24" glossy monitor:
    - Acer GD235HZbid
    - Acer G245Hbmid (though technically this isn't in their current product line)

    Manufacturers who were not able to identify that they had 23"/24" glossy monitors:
    - Asus - The pre-sales person I talked to was literally doing a google search on the web to see what he could find - which was nothing in the 23"/24" size. He however also provided me an email address to use to query asus tech support, which I did and got no response. So unreliable info at best, and I would defer to what peering posted below.

    Manufacturers that did not respond to voice-mail or to web-form query on this question:
    - AOC
  • tekkie Mar 7, 2011 @ 3:57 pm | delete
    I work with text all day and need a non-glare display. I don't give in to "fashion" or "trends", but care more about protecting my eyes. Practical people probably prefer glossy. So far, it looks like "matte" easily outstrips "glossy" in the poll.
  • Eleanor Feb 8, 2011 @ 5:32 pm | delete
    One way to turn your glossy screen into a matte screen is to purchase a anti-glare protective film. Such as what is provided at http://www.photodon.com/c/LCD-Protective-Films.html
    You can purchase a 17 inch size for about $20.
  • SereneSea Feb 7, 2011 @ 12:52 pm | delete
    Matte are better than classy and safer for eyes.
  • peering Feb 6, 2011 @ 3:38 pm | delete
    At the beginning 2011 are in the market only this glossy (glare) LCD monitor:
    1. Apple LED cinema 24" and 27" (good resolution, high price, attention: only miniDisplay port male)
    2. Gateway FHX2300
    3. Acer P225HQLbd - ET.WP5HE.012 (only DVI)
    4. Asus VG236H (3D monitor, 3D glasses kit, 120 Hz, DVI, HDMI only 1.2),
    Asus VG236HE (=Asus VG236H without 3D glasses kit)
    5. Asus LS248H (matte screen behind glass, 2 ms, HDMI 1.3, LED (so good contrast), black color is not true black as in glossy monitor in laptops)
    Everyone other monitor has matte (antiglare) screen!

    Result: If you want HDMI, so buy Asus LS248H,
    if you want DVI, so buy Asus VG236HE.
  • Sam Jan 31, 2011 @ 12:05 am | delete
    Matte Screens all the way! The glossy is really nice until you hit sunlight and glare :(
    Electronics @ A Bargain
  • ReccoR Jan 23, 2011 @ 9:09 pm | delete
    well done!
  • Rj Oct 18, 2010 @ 11:50 pm | delete
    I think most of you are saying that what you bought is better, first of all its a preference issue i like glossy because my desktop is stationary and i have positioned it where light is no issue, I get brighter colors crystal clear image that if compared would spank a matte. On the other hand if i had a laptop or mobile pc i would want a matte screen for whatever light angles i might encounter on the move, or just take the time to place your glossy screen laptop where glare is not an issue. anyway laptops are dumb waste of money unless they are for business imho. you can built your own pc for twice as good for the same price.
  • JB1 Dec 1, 2010 @ 3:54 am | delete
    I have had both and I have to say I cannot decide. The reflections can be really annoying but the quality is also important for me...
    There is a hole in the market and I think that someone should invent a screen of high quality with no reflections! :-)
    J. LeapFrog Leapster
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