About to convert to mac. Glossy or matte?

[CalBoy]

Both screens are exactly the same except for their external coating. The glossy has a coating which causes it to be glossy. Nothing else is different. They will last the same amount of time, produce roughly the same brightness, etc.

 

[darsoccer]

Both screens are exactly the same except for their external coating. The glossy has a coating which causes to be glossy. Nothing else is different. They will last the same amount of time, produce roughly the same brightness, etc.

ah okay. Makes sense. Thanks.

 

[heatmiser]

Bear in mind that screen brightness on portable LCD screens grow dim rather quickly

I know that. But it doesn't change the essence that matte screens reflect light differently from glossies. That was the core point I was addressing, as it'll make the most difference in the OP's choice between screens.