Glossy or Matte? iLife 06, 08?
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If you will use your MBP outside most of the time, then do not even consider glossy. As glossy's display is like a mirror; yes colors 'feel' richer, but once you're outside, the sun will reflect on the display and you will not see well. Actually, anywhere with excessive lighting will influence your display negatively. If you do writing more than video applications, then without thinking go for matte. I would suggest going to an apple store and looking at the macbook and the macbook pros, the former have glossy displays as standard, while the latter have matte as standards. take your pick, but remember, glossy does not react well to excessive lighting or outdoor computing. cheers
2266372
I don't have any experience with the matte, but I have no complaints bout the clear one. Haven't had any problems with glare, etc.
2104357
The glossy version will have glare, the anti glossy will have significantly less glare. Its a matter of preference
1308624
It doesn't scratch easy, and it has a little bit of texture. Not sure on the difference between glossy and matte, I wasn't given the option at the time.
1233318
I would call it glossy. However it is really clear. I did not realize how dull the matte one I had before really was...
2153445
I'm sorry, but I don't know... I got the gloss yellow and blue, but I think that matte finish may be a little better. No evidence to back that up since I haven't seen or had the opportunity to have any contact with the matte bumpers, but that is my thoughts on that. Sorry I can't be of more help. :-/
1307351
Personally I vastly prefer the "matte" (ie regular) screen. Really bright and nice looking, with no glare...although as so-called "glossy" screens go Apple's are good.
1757449
I prefer the matte as it enables me to enjoy the outdoors and work outside. It's the only reason I have not upgraded. So with that said how is it outdoors? My 2 is easily viewed outdoors.
2015932
More matte. Technically, it is called satin nickel. Definitely not shiny or chrome.
2065476
Yes. It would bother me if it was glossy, but it is not. Personally, I am happy with my purchase.
1394541
Matte. I've *never* had any problem with glare, but then I don't have any lights above or behind me either.
1757448
It's basically glossy and not matte. It reflects quite a bit actually but not too bad.
1357729
Its matte for sure......i dont care for glossy screens which is one of the reason I went with this monitor. So good I actually have 2 of them
1323246
The black is a lovely rich satin black color. It's not glossy and it's not matte. Hope this helps with your decision.
259729
I would also say on the glossy side, certainly not matte, but it's not a high gloss. The surface is smooth, better for cleaning and like all glass surface has a bit of shine and reflection.
395175
Judging by http://images.buytech.com/Large/1010045583.jpg I'd say it's matte.
320427
I'd call it semi-gloss or satin. It's not completely matte, it reflects some, but not like a glossy screen does.