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Tablet PC's in Bright Sunlight?

Posted by Cliff on from the it's-all-about-the-visibility dept.

chadma asks: "I'm developing a program to be used on a Tablet PC; the unit will be used outdoors >80% of the time. I've seen some tablets from ViewSonic and MotionComputing and wondered if anyone had any experience or suggestions in the best screen for high sunlight conditions. Has there been any study or anyone with experience that could suggest the colors we use in the design? Would a white background with black text be most appropriate?"

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  1. I wish I could help by Descartes · · Score: 2, Funny

    I have a tablet PC, so I feel like I should know the answer to this. The problem is I live in Seattle, so I don't acutally know what direct sunlight is.

    I have a motion computing M1200, and it is passable in bright overcast skies. I'm curious of whether it would actually perform better in direct light compared to the diffuse depressing grey that is standard here.

    If I ever see the elusive daystar, I'll bring my computer outside and give it a try.

  2. Direct sunlight? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny

    I'm a vampire you insensitive clod!