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    will z61m/z60m/t/r be viewable in the sun

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by koolier, Jun 9, 2006.

  1. koolier

    koolier Notebook Geek

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    hi all, im very, very close to buying the z61m, however, i would like to use the laptop in the car as a gps unit, rarely, maybe a few times a year. Is the matte screen readable in an automobile. I think all lenovo laptops have same screen except flexview. I realize the glossy screens are more perfect for this situation but i would like to hear about matte. thanks...
     
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  2. snoggin

    snoggin Notebook Enthusiast

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    I would think Matte finish would be better than glossy in the car. the reflections would be terrible in the car using a gps on a glossy screen
     
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    Nooorm Notebook Consultant

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    The new Lenovo laptops, N, C & V have glossy screens. All the Thinkpads have matte. I use my T42p at least once a week in the car. As long as the screen is angled correctly, I have no problem reading it. Regardless of screen, if there's glare on it, you won't be able to read it.
     
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