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    how glossy is screen?

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by codan, Nov 29, 2010.

  1. codan

    codan Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm looking at buying a new Toshiba today, but will have to buy online.

    This is a business purchase, not generally for entertainment.

    How glossy is screen? Are reflections a big deal?

    My daughter's HP DV6 has a glossy screen and I'm not sure I could use it because of this. I'm concerned that the Toshiba will be much the same.

    Thanks for your opinions.
     
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    Andanzas Notebook Consultant

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    What model are you talking about? Not all Toshiba screens are the same.
     
    Andanzas, Nov 29, 2010
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    codan Notebook Enthusiast

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    Satellite L650-BT2N23 - website doesn't specify the screen
    Satellite A660-BT2N23 Laptop - website
    some others with HD TruBrite® LED Backlit display

    actually, I contacted Toshiba and they tell me that the only one with any kind of matte is the Tecra.

    I can't stand the glossy, reflective screens so I guess Toshiba is out. Too bad, it was my first choice in an economical notebook.
     
    codan, Nov 29, 2010
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    Paul P Notebook Consultant

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    I don't know where you are but it is my understanding that the Portégé's sold in the US are equivalent to the Tecra's sold in Canada. My Canadian 13" Tecra R700, which I presume is the same thing as a US Portégé R700, has a matte screen.

    So I'm guessing that all Portégés in the US also have matte screens.
     
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    Paul79UF Notebook Enthusiast

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    Seems like almost all new laptops have a glossy screen.

    My new A505 has a glossy screen but I don't have a problem using it in most conditions. Reflections could be a problem in a bright office environment or outdoors.

    I use the computer with a 24" Dell LCD monitor most of the time. It has a matte surface that is easier on the eyes.
     
    Paul79UF, Nov 29, 2010
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