University Reports That Glossy Screens May Be Harmful
Australia-based Queensland University of Technology posted on its ‘Health and Safety’ website that the MacBook glossy screens may cause health issues and the university is urging users to take caution on how the screen is positioned to surrounding windows.
The University’s advisory recommends that users "close their blinds or window shades and place the glossy displays at a 90-degree angle to any overhead lighting to minimize glare and reflection." Observations show that relations with the glossy screen and the position of the user could cause “awkward postures when viewing.” The advisory also recommends that the University not purchase any more glossy/glass screens.
If you're a fan of MacBooks, but you fear for your health and safety, there are third-party matte finish overlays for Macbooks. Just don't tell the dean what you're up to.
Via AppleInsider
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September 15, 2009 at 8:32pm
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Not to worry, apple will come out with matt finish sun glasses.
boswellb
June 17, 2009 at 4:49am
Never had a problem with the glossy screen. Of course I'm used to the 1st gen. PSP that you can only use indoors with no lights on. So the macbook screen is a big upgrade! I just wouldn't sit outside on a sunny morning with your back facing east when you open your macbook lid.
James Pal
June 16, 2009 at 8:25am
I really preferred the mat finished Screens i love my mat screened macbook Pro that i got right before they updated them to the new uni-body design. and i'm glad i did get it when i did or else i would be staring at a super glossy screen that is horrible out side almost like a mirror.
gavinthain
June 16, 2009 at 2:46am
is it really too much to ask to have an op to give a matt finish on your eye balls?
M_is4Macintosh
June 15, 2009 at 8:20pm
Personally, I prefer wearing some fly shades when I'm using my glossy MacBook. I know everybody's jealous when they see how well my bug-eyed Target shades protect me from the death ray reflecting off of my shiny laptop.
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