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What is Viewing angle and reflections?

How the picture holds up off-centre and against windows.

Short answer

A glossy screen opposite a window is unwatchable in daytime.

Viewing angle and reflections when buying a television

How the picture holds up off-centre and against windows.

Why it matters: VA panels have great contrast but wash out from the side; IPS is the reverse.

Look for: A glossy screen opposite a window is unwatchable in daytime.

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