Best matte screen netbook Can you folks tell me which netbooks have the matte screen? I have an Acer Aspire d250 with the shiny screen and it drives me to distraction. Once I get a matte screen netbook I can unload the aspire on my wife (actually, she doesn't mind the reflections). By the way, other than the screen reflections and the fingerprints all over my aspire, I love it. Way, way better than my 14.5 inch Aspire. Thanks so much! Best matte screen netbook Can you folks tell me which netbooks have the matte screen? I have an Acer Aspire d250 with the shiny screen and it drives me to distraction. Once I get a matte screen... » Read More Best matte screen netbook Can you folks tell me which netbooks have the matte screen? I have an Acer Aspire d250 with the shiny screen and it drives me to distraction. Once I get a matte screen netbook I can unload the aspire on my wife (actually, she doesn't mind the reflections). By the way, other than the screen reflections and the fingerprints all over my aspire, I love it. Way, way better than my 14.5 inch Aspire. Thanks so much! « Show Less
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I don't believe that the Asus 1005ha-v has a matte screen. The Asus 1005ha-m DOES have a matter screen.
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The HP Mini 110 series is the closest to matte screen you'll ever get. They call it anti glare screen but it looked matte screen to me. The netbook itself is probably the best looking Netbook out there with almost a full keyboard.
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The new Samsung n130 and n140 netbooks both have matte screens. Also, the newer Asus 1005HA-MU17 and 1008HA-MU17 have matte screens.
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I think the reason for the glossy screens is that they look better at the store...
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the samsung nc-20 is glossy unfortunately. i dont know why the glossy screen is the majority of netbooks? how stupid can companies be. these are for TRAVELING!! Not only glare is a problem but privacy as well. i dont need the person next to me on a plane watching everything i do.
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The 1005HA-V DOES have a matte screen:http://asus-netbooks.blogspot.com/2009/11/asus-eee-pc-1005ha-vu1x-bk-101-inch.htmlscroll down: Display: 10.1-inch 1024x600 LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD (matte screen)
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Asus EEE PC 1005HA-V.there are a few versions of the 1005HA. the V is matte.bestDanny
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The HP netbooks that have matte screens unfortunately have a wide glossy frame around the display, which defeats the purpose -- it's like a reflective mirror around the display and can be equally distracting. I have an Asus netbook with the same problem -- though the frame is not as shiny. The HP was so bad however, I had to return it. I'm glad to see many others share this concern, maybe the manufacturers will start listening??
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It all depends on what your needs are. I plan on doing coding, scripting, and photo editing on this machine, so a matte finish helps more than a glossy one b/c of less glare in staring at the screen and beter color accuracy. The glossy finish is really something that you should get if one is not affected by glare as much and if movie viewing is gonna be a major activity on the laptop.
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If this is the ASUS in Best Buy this week for $799 (down from $999), I noticed the same dim-ness. I checked floor models at two Best Buys today, because everything else about the laptop is perfect for me, but both screens were dim. The salesmen said it was on maximum brightness. Photos taken in bright sunshine looked dull. It's a crisp monitor but dark. The $599 model actually has better brightness than this Zenbook. Steve 12/14/13
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The screen is semi-matte. It is glossier than the old matte screens but nothing like the mirror gloss of many other models and brands. This was a concern of mine and with this set it is not an issue.
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I've never thought of a monitor as matte or glossy but I'd say that it's certainly not glossy. Btw, I like this laptop very much but not thrilled with Windows 8, though I am getting used to it.
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The screen of the Aspire One Acer looks great with its glossy look- until you turn it one. Looking at the screen is like looking at a mirror, and unless you are working in a darkened room, it is very distracting; therefore I prefer the matte screen, such as Asus or Samsung. Even my 4 year old 15" Dell laptop has a matte screen. It may not matter to others, but to me, it is an important feature. Check out each laptop at a store before buying it.
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I bought my netbook back in November 2008. Opened it up today to use and discovered the screen is cracked. I hadn't dropped it or anything. I'm wondering how much it will cost to have the screen replaced.
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I can't believe it took me so long to find this thread. I have an acer aspire netbook. I loathe it, hate it beause it constantly zooms in and out. I never use. I even almost gave it away even though I just purchased it in April from Amazon. I called Acer, got India, hung up (not going to go there - don't have the patience). I asked on a couple of threads but it was the pinch button. For me, when I see the synaptics keypad icon in the lower right hand side, I just click that, click settings, scroll down to pinch and take off the annoying pinch function (Who would ever want this type of sensitivity on such a small touchpad) and finally, I may be able to use this piece of junk. THANK YOU I can't believe it took me so long to find this thread. I have an acer aspire netbook. I loathe it, hate it beause it constantly zooms in and out. I never use. I even almost gave it away even though I just purchased it in April from Amazon. I called Acer, got India, hung up (not going to go there - don't have the patience). I asked on a couple of threads but it was the pinch button. For me, when I see the synaptics keypad icon in the lower right hand side, I just click that, click settings, scroll down to pinch and take off the annoying pinch function (Who would ever want this type of... » Read More I can't believe it took me so long to find this thread. I have an acer aspire netbook. I loathe it, hate it beause it constantly zooms in and out. I never use. I even almost gave it away even though I just purchased it in April from Amazon. I called Acer, got India, hung up (not going to go there - don't have the patience). I asked on a couple of threads but it was the pinch button. For me, when I see the synaptics keypad icon in the lower right hand side, I just click that, click settings, scroll down to pinch and take off the annoying pinch function (Who would ever want this type of sensitivity on such a small touchpad) and finally, I may be able to use this piece of junk. THANK YOU « Show Less
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I would be so curious and interested to know what your other computers are that do not 'compare' with the Samsung - are they netbooks or ultraportables? If so, what exactly makes the Samsung better? Could you describe the screen, please, in detail? Is it bright, deep color saturation, are the fonts clear and legible and crisp, how is it in the sunlight, that sort of thing. So many reviews say 'great screen', but go into no detail, and I really want to know before I take this plunge. Much appreciate.
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Not sure I understand the question. The screen looks like any other I have used. The material around the screen is shiny but the screen itself is matte.....
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The one that I purchased was not anti-glare(matte finish,) they were clear gloss just like the screen on the Asus laptop. The glare doesn't bother me at all. Personally I am not a fan of anti-glare, because of how much it cuts down the viewing angles. The only other companies that you might try are the zagg company or bodyguards. I personally recommend bodyguards because they are always coming out with new products when people ask for them. Hope this helps. Good luck. -Steve K.
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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.
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Asus EEE PC 1005HA-V. there are a few versions of the 1005HA. the V is matte. best Danny
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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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It has a matte display. There's some reflection, but not much. I've had the laptop for a few weeks and really like it. The only thing about it I don't like is the trackpad - it's just not very responsive. But I use a full keyboard and mouse 90% of the time anyway.
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Since you have a fundamental question, I think you will likely want to stick with your Netbook: it's cheap and it has exactly what you already have. Sure, it may not be powerful or particularly capable, but if it gets the job done, you're all set.If you really love those classic PC products, no tablet from any manufacturer is going to give you the same classic experience with a Tablet - as Tablets are fundamentally different than a PC. A tablet is a fundamentally different computing platform, and even Microsoft's own tablets are simply "different", which will lead to compatibility issues. You want a Windows XP machine running Office 2003 - or something very similar. Since you have a fundamental question, I think you will likely want to stick with your Netbook: it's cheap and it has exactly what you already have. Sure, it may not be powerful or particularly capable, but if it gets the job done, you're all set.If you really love those classic PC products, no tablet from any manufacturer is going to give you the same classic experience with a Tablet - as Tablets are fundamentally different than a PC. A tablet is a fundamentally different computing platform, and even Microsoft's own tablets are simply "different", which will lead to... » Read More Since you have a fundamental question, I think you will likely want to stick with your Netbook: it's cheap and it has exactly what you already have. Sure, it may not be powerful or particularly capable, but if it gets the job done, you're all set.If you really love those classic PC products, no tablet from any manufacturer is going to give you the same classic experience with a Tablet - as Tablets are fundamentally different than a PC. A tablet is a fundamentally different computing platform, and even Microsoft's own tablets are simply "different", which will lead to compatibility issues. You want a Windows XP machine running Office 2003 - or something very similar. « Show Less
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They are IPS screens - supposed to be amazing. Reference: http://www.engadget.com/2012/10/02/acers-aspire-s7-ultrabooks-coming-october-26th-starting-at-1200/ (or many other sites across the web :)