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    What is Truelife and is it worth delaying my Vostro for it?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Waveblade, Jul 26, 2007.

  1. Waveblade

    Waveblade Notebook Deity

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    I see that's it is anti-reflective coating but is it worth it?
     
    Waveblade, Jul 26, 2007
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    lilredfoxie Notebook Evangelist

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    If I remember correctly Truelife is the glossy coating thats annoying because it reflects light, now they may have changed the terminology but it was like that when I bought my E1505 a year ago
     
    lilredfoxie, Jul 26, 2007
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    tremonti22 Notebook Consultant

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    "TrueLife" means glossy. Some find it annoying because of the reflections, but the picture is much sharper, and the contrast is better. If you're going to be in an area with strong lighting, you might want anti-glare/matte, but if you think you can avoid it, glossy is pretty nice.
     
    tremonti22, Jul 26, 2007
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    I have the truelife and i'm starting to regret it :(
     
    cell323, Aug 19, 2007
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    non truelife all the way!
     
    bigmo, Aug 19, 2007
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    You'd have to be stupid to cancel your order because you want a Anti-Glare screen!
     
    DoubleBlack, Aug 19, 2007
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    I like my truelife screen. Just don't be an idiot and put your back against the sun or window. If you are an "outdoor laptoper" then...it will be reflection city so find some shade or go inside.
     
    daft_soul, Aug 19, 2007
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