[G4] Re: G4 Upgrading Vrs New I-Mac

[Crandon David]

Hi Keith,

I'm an optometrist, so I've had lots of experience in this area.  
About 30% of my patients are there directly because of CVS (computer  
vision syndrome).

While you are correct in stating that you are in control of the  
screen, it needs to be pointed out that the screen in not fully  
adjustable in all directions. In addition, many peoples work stations  
are such that there is no way to adjust everything to eliminate all  
reflections. Reflections are the most common source of symptoms of  
CVS. While windows are the worst source of glare, simply anything  
reflecting in the screen (not just light sources) can cause eyestrain.

Apple made a mistake in going with glossy screens. They went with the  
current market trends to sell more units, instead of going with what  
is most ergonomically correct.

David Crandon


On Sep 29, 2007, at 8:12 AM, keith_w wrote:

> Crandon David wrote:
>> I wouldn't get the new iMac 'till the get rid of the eyestrain  
>> causing glossy screen.
>> David
>
> I haven't found that to be a problem.
> Of course, it all depends on what's behind you, when you sit in  
> front of your screen.
> If you've located the iMac so it's face looks at brightly lighted  
> windows, yes, expect glare problems. But, YOU are in control of glare!
> Put it somewhere else! Turn, tilt or swivel the monitor face so it  
> doesn't LOOK at brightly lighted windows!
>
> And enjoy that new iMac! No need to wait for a non-glossy screen.
>
> All IMMHO, of course...
>
> keith whaley
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