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Q: Laptops in the Sun ( Answered 5 out of 5 stars,   1 Comment )
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Subject: Laptops in the Sun
Category: Computers > Hardware
Asked by: sherpaj-ga
List Price: $20.00
Posted: 03 Aug 2003 12:35 PDT
Expires: 02 Sep 2003 12:35 PDT
Question ID: 238526
When the weather is nice and the sun is shining, I often like to work
outside.  Sometimes I take my laptop down to a friends porch
overlooking the beach, or sometimes to the local athletic facility and
sit by the pool to work.

Problem is that it is next to impossible to read my screen when I am
in such a place.

Are there some products I could get to help with this? 

My friend is a filmmaker and I notice he had different type of camera
hoods he would use to see his viewfinder better when taking pictures
in outdoor locations.

Maybe someone has such a thing for laptops.  Maybe there is some other
kind of product that will work.

I have a Sony Vaio R505 superslim series laptop.

I am leaving for a trip on Tuesday, so anything that could be Fed Exed
on Monday would be awesome.

Thanks in advance.

Request for Question Clarification by knowledge_seeker-ga on 03 Aug 2003 12:48 PDT
Hi sherpaj,

I'm working on your question, but need one quick clarification -- are
you located in the US?  If not, where?

Thanks -K~
Answer  
Subject: Re: Laptops in the Sun
Answered By: knowledge_seeker-ga on 03 Aug 2003 13:59 PDT
Rated:5 out of 5 stars
 
Hi sherpaj,

Rather than wait for your clarification, I did a little research
through your previous questions and found that you are indeed in the
US (92111 to be exact), so I will post what I have found.

Yes, there are products designed just for the problem you describe –
blocking sun glare on a laptop when you are using it outdoors. These
products are known as sun shades, privacy screens, visors, or hoods.

Here are some companies that sell such products for laptops. For each,
I have walked through the order process (up to the part where I had to
input my credit card) in order to find out what types of shipping they
offer. I have indicated for each whether or not they offer Fedex or
similar overnight shipping.

I have also provided you with prices to simplify your selection
process.

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NAVSTORE 
http://www.navstore.com/laptop_glare_stopper.asp


LAPTOP GLARE STOPPER
$25

Full coverage, face-surface mounted antiglare hood with a back-light,
glare reduction taper. Four-sided design is the most effective method
of reducing top, side, and keyboard glare, indoors or out.

Folds flat for easy storage. Velcro mounting strips included.


ADJUSTABLE LAPTOP SUN VISOR
Sale Price: $29.95

Adjustable, one-size-fits-all glare eliminator

This company does offer UPS next day air in the US.

---------------------------


PC SHADE FOR 15 INCH LAPTOP MONITORS
http://www.yourmobiledesk.com/products/proddetail.cfm?prodID=3150&catID=75&subcatID=731&sscatID=na&mfrID=159

PC SHADE FOR 13 TO 14 INCH LAPTOP MONITORS
http://www.yourmobiledesk.com/products/proddetail.cfm?prodID=3374&catID=75&subcatID=731&sscatID=na&mfrID=159

Price: $32.95

Order online or ---

To place an order via: Email: sales@yourmobiledesk.com
Telephone: Toll free 1-877-397-5253 or 1-516-628-2346     
Fax: 1-516-628-0300
      
We utilize United Parcel Service (UPS) as a shipper of preference. We
ship daily Monday-Friday. Any order placed after 1:00 PM Friday will
be shipped on Monday.

YOUR MOBIL DESK – CUSTOMER SERVICE
http://www.yourmobiledesk.com/main/custserv.cfm


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LAP TRAVELER
http://www.laptraveler.com/lapaccessories.htm
 [scroll way down for these products] 

Adjustable Visor Portable Hood
$34.95


The Original Patented PC Shade
$39.95

Glare Stopper
$34.95

Offers overnight shipping.

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LAPTOP GLARE ELIMINATOR HOOD 
http://store.yahoo.com/laptoptravel/lapglarelscr.html


A portable hood shade for your laptop screen eliminates glare,
improves screen visibility and reduces eye strain -- especially in a
vehicle or outdoor environment.

$19.95

Offers Fedex and priority overnight shipping (next morning)

------------------------------

PRIVATE EYE –

CANOPY-CASE
LAPTOP COMPUTER CASE & PRIVACY / GLARE SCREEN
http://www.privateeyecases.com/softcase.html

$189.95

Includes: 

8 accessory pockets expand to provide the capacity of a large,
soft-sided briefcase, providing significant carrying capacity when
used as one of the allowable two carry-on bags.

Your Private EyeŽ case can be conveniently opened (unfolded) and
closed even in the narrow confines of an economy airline seat.


FOLDING VISOR
http://www.privateeyecases.com/cliponshield.html

$29.95

Once attached to your computer, it need never be removed, as it is
quickly and easily closed into an unobtrusive folded position (below).
Other visors must be removed and stored separately before the computer
can be closed and/or provide only minimal shielding.

Shipping via Airborne Express, UPS, or FedEx


---------------------------

COMPUSHADE
http://www.compushade.com/laptop.htm

One adjustable size model fits virtually all laptops
(10 inch to 18 inch models).

 $24.95 

Ships within one day – does not indicate shipping method
-------------------

Hoodman for Laptop Sunshade
http://www.normancamera.com/shop/SearchResults.asp?ProdStock=E2000

$39.95

Unable to find shipping information, but they can be phoned at:
800-900-6676

NORMAL CAMERA – CONTACT PAGE
http://www.normancamera.com/company/info.asp


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COMPUVISOR
http://store.yahoo.com/directron/1130570.html

On Sale: 19.95

The convenient, portable way to eliminate glare on all of today's
notebook and laptop computers. The smart way to eliminate "screen
washout..

Adjustable, one-size-fits-all, for notebook and laptop computers; Easy
to attach & remove, Radius edges allow comfortable keyboard access;
Compact lightweight design - folds conveniently into your briefcase or
computer carrying case;

Offers Fedex and UPS Next Day Air

--------------------

ADJUSTVISOR
http://store.yahoo.com/rwg/adscreenvis.html

$24.95

A portable hood for your laptop screen eliminates glare, improves
screen visibility and reduces eye strain -- especially in a vehicle or
outdoor environment.

Offers next Day Air

-----------------------

That should give you a variety of price ranges and styles to choose
from. I am sure that at least one of the products should provide you
with the price, availability and shipping method you need.

And, of course you know the drill --  if any of the links don't work
or if something isn't clear, please feel free to ask for
clarification.

Thanks for your question – and happy travels!

-K~



Search strategy:

FROOGLE 
http://froogle.google.com/

terms: 

laptop glare sun
laptop sun shade
laptop visor 
laptop hood
laptop privacy
sherpaj-ga rated this answer:5 out of 5 stars and gave an additional tip of: $3.00
very fast answer.  you took all the work out of finding shipping times
and rates.  thanks.

Comments  
Subject: Re: Laptops in the Sun
From: tomasso-ga on 14 Aug 2003 06:56 PDT
 
You missed one: The Gatch, www.thegatch.com , ballistic nylon case
with a built-in hood. $129.95, ships free.

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