Aquila I don’t know how much of this was created by generative AI, but I believe being as specific and technical as possible is beneficial (e.g., “iOS and IPS monitors” does not make sense).
VA refers to the LCD panel characteristics and especially the subpixel orientation. I acknowledge that the LCD panel technology (TN, IPS, VA, etc.) does affect factors like viewing angle and the “haze” effect. However, other differences call for a technical explanation. Specifically, claiming that VA panels are associated with comfortable backlights, in my view calls for further explanation (since the LCD and backlight work in tandem, but are distinct components). I am not precluding the association, just calling for further explanation/discussion.
As far as contrast ratios, I would point out that some users (including myself) find lower ratios more comfortable than higher, which is inverse to what you stated. Specifically, on some newer MacBooks (with IPS panels), we found that pitch blacks adjacent to overbearing whites confuses the eye, creating a sensation of a flashlight shining in the eyes. Lower contrast ratios, such as on early 2010-era TN panels, I found to be calmer by far than those MacBooks. I know you were arguing against IPS specifically, so we don’t necessarily disagree, but I don’t know that we can extrapolate that high contrast ratios are universally better.
