Glare problem of Samsung LN46A750: Why don't they make a matte model?
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They are releasing a Matte model, but is only in black has 3 hdmi ports instead of 4. It is model #lnxxa630. It has AMP and 120hz, 40,000 to 1 contrast and so on. I don't think it will have the ability to play videos though.
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This one is not matte/anti-glare - this is the glossy one. I prefer the clear, glossy ones because I will need to set the display brighter since the matte film blocks part of the light and I cannot read/see from the display that well, resulting in faster drain of my battery - *just from experience*
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Matte finish vs Glossy finish! You can have that ACER with its glossy screen, the glare is horrible! I'll take the trade off of less vivid colors!I love mine! I think the sound is appropriate for the small speaker system. I am personally happy with the display and I've used both the ASUS and ACER. That ACER looks deceptively great until you start using it and the glare drives you crazy.
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I have the 71F and once you turn it on the glare is really not an issue. I would much rather have the 25,000:1 contrast!
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yeah the glare is bad. I'd check out what Tom said cause I did a quick search and found several listed for specific laptops/brands but not for this one. Hope you find one that works.
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It is not glossy, but it is not matte either. From my experience so far, i would agree with Samsung's labeling of "low reflection."
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I agree with I.Peter, I took a look at the B630 at my local Electronics Expo which was opposite a front window and I really didn't notice an issue with glare. My local best buy didn't have a B640 and with no windows and very high lights I'm not sure I would have noticed the glare.I did notice that Expo was lower on price and when I ready I'll see what they can do.
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No Glare at all. My KDL-70R550A is wall mounted and there are 2 bright light sources coming from 2 directions in the day time and the picture is just as good as when the room is dark.
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And why is it so hard to find a good netbook with a matte screen in general? You'd think that the better brands would give consumers a choice of glossy vs. matte.
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K. Less, All panels will have some reflection - plasma, tube, LCD or LED - all have some reflection of ambient light. Samsung does have technology in the panel to dampen the effect, but there is not a "non-glare screen" available on the market. If you have bright lights, they will be reflected. If you have dull lighting, it will be much easier to see the panel. And when the picture is showing, unless you're looking for it, it's usually not too obtrusive. Thanks for your interest in Samsung products. --Mr. S
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I'm not going to lie, I never really had a glare problem before. The backlighting on my tablet off-set any surface glare I had. It definitely doesn't make it worse!
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I don't understand why you would want a glossy screen. To me, it is an advantage to have a non-reflective screen to do away with annoying glare from windows or other light sources.
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No, the screen is gloss finish and does show reflection. It's not as bad as another Samsung gloss screen I have for some reason, but it's not non-glare. That's my only dislike of this TV, and I bought two of them at Christmas.
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The glare can be quid distracting. It would be better to have a matte finish, but otherwise this TV is great. I just make sure the room is pretty dark.
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Thanx Khouper. I'm very disappointed to here this. I was led to believe that the XVT3D554sv was indeed a matte screen. It seems that the newer 50 in and above LCD's and LED's don't have matte screens anymore. Unfortunately my TV will be facing a window and a light source. Any suggestions?
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Thanks everyone--I really appreciate your answering! A matte screen is a must have for me and they are getting very hard to find! Can't understand the attraction to those shiny reflective screens! You all have been very helpful!
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I would argue that the glare is a non issue altogether. I really think people who complain about glare are simply LCD/LED fanboys. My unit is in a sun-drenched room with wrap-around ceiling to floor windows and I've never had an issue with glare. I do need to close the blinds in the day, but that's the tradeoff for a superior picture from a display that doesn't double as a neon flashlight. So in sum, screen brightness can be an issue, but for me that's easily resolved with the blinds. Glare has never been an issue for me. I continue to stand by my initial statement that this is the finest screen I've ever viewed when broken in and calibrated properly.