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Discussion in 'Prime Audio, Electronics, and Infotainment' started by Db17, Jan 13, 2017.

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  1. Db17

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    Wow... get the sun in the wrong place and the reflection off the touch screen is blinding. Anyone works out a solution for this?
     
    #1 Db17, Jan 13, 2017
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    sunglasses?:cool::cool::cool:
     
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    They helped a little. But then you can't see the HUD (if your shades are polarized).
     
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    I had my windows tinted. Helped a little. In the Toyota survey, I suggested that the screen be tilted towards the driver a little to help with the glare from the passenger window. We'll see.
     
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    Yes, just like Volvo XC90.
     
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    been a problem since 2004. don't know if it's unfixable, or they just can't be bothered.
     
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    I have another explanation for MFD...
     
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    Yeah but the Gen 2 and 3 screens were matte. The Gen 4 screens are glossy.
     
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    so, we've gone from mat to worse?:cool:
     
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    either way, i can't see my screen when the sun is on it. it only matters for gps, i can only find my destination in cloudy weather, or at night.
     
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    Prius Prime drivers will soon be known as mole people.
     
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    may the mole be with you:D:p
     
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    Just duct tape a cardboard cowl over it. :whistle:
     
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    Proof that sun glare damages your eyes. See that, Toyota?
     
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    Yep, I experienced blinding screen this morning as the sun was hitting directly onto it. That's why I wanted Plus not Premium. I wonder if anti-glare privacy filter for the laptop screen would help this problem? Have anyone tried something like this? Privacy Products
     
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    i can't even see the on/off light on the a/c button when the sun is on it.
     
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    You need muscle memory.
     
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    indeed.
     
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    Is the screen too big for something like this? I made it from 1/8" plastic and a little Velcro. It's not a total cure, but it's a BIG help.
    IMG_6380.JPG
     
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    You mean like this?

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