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bbarry
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 Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 4:30 pm |
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As I get older and my eyesight get worse, I find myself needing larger monitors. I am currently using a 27" ViewSonic flat screen, up from a 24" many years ago. I am now going to get either a 32" or 34" monitor, which is about the largest my computer desk will accommodate.
I'm thinking of getting a curved monitor instead of another flat one. But I've never owned a curved monitor, so I would appreciate any input and/or recommendations.
Thanks in advance....
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jaylach
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 4:46 pm |
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dvair
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 6:17 pm |
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Keep the monitor and adjust the resolution to make everything larger.
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bbarry
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 6:29 pm |
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David - been there, done that. Not the recommendation I was hoping for.
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jaylach
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 6:56 pm |
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Read the article I linked.  It points out that a curved monitor is actually easier on the eyes.
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bbarry
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 7:13 pm |
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Jay, I read the article and saw that conclusion. I was just hoping that you or someone on the forum had actually used a curved monitor and could talk to me about it.
EDIT: Thanks for the article.
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jaylach
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 7:33 pm |
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bbarry wrote: Jay, I read the article and saw that conclusion. I was just hoping that you or someone on the forum had actually used a curved monitor and could talk to me about it.
EDIT: Thanks for the article. No worries.  I'm just sorry that I can't help much. The only system I'd even consider doing a curved monitor would be my main and one would be useless as the monitors are ~8-9 feet from where I sit. Being blind in my right eye would also take away from the advantage of a curved just as I would LOVE to get a virtual visor but only having one working eye is an issue there too. Here is a thought... If you have a store that sells the curved things sit in the store for a while and see if you like. If you do this keep inh mind that it is reported that the things take a bit of getting used to.
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bbarry
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Posted: Sun Dec 11, 2022 9:52 pm |
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Going to a store for trial is a good idea. But since I live in the boonies that would be a trip of at least 30 miles. That's why these days I buy most stuff online, except for my local mom & pop grocery store.
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