jayd

Unfortunately, an anti glare matte protector's main purpose is to prevent glare/reflections, and create a soft matte touch & texture, which for some people (like me), helps with comfortability.

So in terms of preventing or restricting/subduing harsh backlighting, it'll only have a very subtle effect, and may not even be noticeable. So I don't think it'll work well strictly for that purpose.

However, you can look into a privacy protector, which may help to dim & darken a display (as these types of protectors are tinted). I'm unable to advise on which brand to use, as I've rarely ever used privacy protectors on smartphones (but have used them on monitors/laptops in the past).

Another option to consider is using a filtering app, such as Twilight or Screen Dimmer (by REWHEX). These types of apps can help dim harsh backlighting, albeit only on a superficial (overlay) level.

I use sites like amazon & ebay to purchase my matte protectors, and they have not always been model specific. I try to buy ones that are closest in size/dimensions, and on some occasions, I've had to physically cut them to size to make them fit.

  • jayd replied to this.

      Anyone used POCO X4 GT (K50i) is it better than Oneplus Nord CE3 LITE ? I already used Oneplus ce 3 lite I can't use it more than 10 min

        Vividblu99 Thanks for the reply.

        Yes I have the Twilight app installed on my current device and I use an app called F.Lux on my pc. On the last couple of handsets that I have tried I also installed the Screen & Notifications Dimmer app.

        When I first use a new device I have the brightness turned down and change the wallpaper to replicate that of my current handset as well as installing a launcher as I think even the home screen icons can cause an issue whilst my eyes try to adjust.

        I use a range of devices currently that all caused mild issues upon first use but after a short period of time my eyes are fine with them now; Google Pixel 3a, Acer K222HQL monitor, Amazon Firestick 4K Max. I recently bought an airfryer and even the LCD screen on this caused a minor issue which is fine now.

        Although I have a Pixel 3a I would like another handset both as a backup device but also at least of similar spec so if there is an issue with the Pixel I can switch over.

        Thanks for the advice I will continue to search out that elusive device.

          joker786 I agree. CE3 Lite causes serious eyestrain 🙁 Bought it for my son. He broke his previous phone.

            1NGIBITOR MI 10T Pro needs brightness above 67 percent for flicker free.. it uses 2357 pwm.

                6 days later

                Anyone tried Motorola G54 regular/power edition? Seems to be lcd without pwm, decent size, performance, cameras, battery.

                  Rataplan

                  Hi, I've also been thinking about the Fairphone 5, but haven't had the courage to test it yet (because it's not sold in my country and I'd have to order it from another country). If I understand correctly, you use it as your main phone or how do you rate it in the long term?

                  I also read your older post regarding the Samsung Galaxy Xcover6 Pro? What is your experience with him? Was its display comfortable?

                  Thank you for your response.

                    5 days later

                    xinglx One can try, however it depends on the intensity of the backlight that is used in the phone.

                    Apps like twilight only act as an overlay, which may not always be effective.

                      ban Yes, I've tried it. It did not work for me. The backlight was harsh, and the display felt too sharp, vivid and uncomfortable, and I felt eye strain symptoms.

                      I also had similar experiences with the Moto G73, Nord CE3 Lite 5G & 40 Nxtpaper 4G.

                        7 days later

                        I use POCO X5 Pro 5g for more than 2 month and It is the only model that ok with me. Perfect screen and no symptoms at all! Does anybody here try it?

                          I have Oneplus 7 Pro (Amoled) that I have used for about 2 years. After using it for a while I started getting weird symptoms. Like tired eyes and focusing weird. The symptoms declined and now when I use the phone more than 10 minutes I feel weird in eyes. I don't know if it is caused by dithering or pwm but I think a bit of both.

                          Now I got a used Xiaomi 11T Pro (LCD) that I have set up for a few hours and it definitely seems better. Lets see how it is in a long run.

                            kaar3l

                            Never heard of an Xiaomi 11T Pro with LCD. I had one and it was Amoled.

                            EDIT: after I wrote this post I read Alan post and understood that you probably meant Note 11 Pro

                              4 days later

                              i think phones with IPS displays are best for our eyes. You can also look at the TCL Nxtpaper phones- but you'll probably have to import it from outside

                              which smartphone do you use right now which working for you ?

                              8 days later

                              I'm genuinely saddened by the fact they approach their testing in such a amateur way.
                              Their light sensor & oscilloscope are great, but...

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