What to do with laptop's that don't read well under the sun?

Junato

Junato

Lion's Arch Merchant

Join Date: Dec 2008

Between J&K spending time at the spacebar

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So as you guessed it summer is almost upon us and I would like to know how to keep out the reflection of myself (glare) from my laptop while under the sun? Any suggestions?

Draca

Draca

Academy Page

Join Date: Apr 2011

Sweden

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There is anti glare plastic not quite sure where to get it.

This video might help Installing ClearCal Anti-Glare Film

tijo

tijo

Jungle Guide

Join Date: Feb 2007

Montreal

[CDDR]

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If you're a bit crazy, buy a matte lcd panel that is compatible with your laptop and replace the glossy one with it or have a pro do it. I would do it myself if i were in your position but then again i know how to take my laptop apart without destroying it.

Quaker

Quaker

Hell's Protector

Join Date: Aug 2005

Canada

Brothers Disgruntled

Due to the way in which laptop displays work, there's not only the glare problem, but also the lack of contrast in bright sunlight. The reflection can be reduced by using anti-glare film - but you need to be really careful when installing it because air bubbles can be a problem. The contrast can be helped by providing some shade around the display - this can be done with a DIY cardboard device which can fold flat for carrying.