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Screen cleaner suggestions for 17" high-res glossy MBP

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cmm

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Apr 30, 2006
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Can someone recommend a screen cleaner that I can buy? The one I am currently using leaves marks from the microfiber/lint free towel I use once the solution dries.
 
If by glossy you are talking about glass than simply clean it like you clean a window. Your mom should now how. Little hint use paper instead of towels.
 
dusk007 said:
If by glossy you are talking about glass than simply clean it like you clean a window. Your mom should now how. Little hint use paper instead of towels.
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You can use Windex on a MBP?
 
iKlear is the only product Apple endorses and uses themselves ... plus it can be used on the whole machine

It works really well ... on a $2,000 machine ... a few extra bucks are worth it.
 
Apple OC said:
iKlear is the only product Apple endorses and uses themselves ... plus it can be used on the whole machine

It works really well ... on a $2,000 machine ... a few extra bucks are worth it.
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I would agree... I wouldn't think using Windex is a good idea.

I just looked up iKlear and am weary of it. Do you know how I could make a isoprophyl alcohol and distilled water 50/50 blend? Simply pour it in a container and mix it? That's all? I've heard of doing it this way before, but thought I'd just buy something to save myself from the chance I make a mistake. But it seems there aren't any products out there that will clean fingerprints well, so perhaps it is time for an organic solution...

http://www.amazon.com/Klear-Screen-iKlear-PowerBook-Cleaning/dp/B00076N568
 
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A soft very damp cloth (dampened with water) works just fine, then dried by another dry soft lintless cloth. Don't spray anything directly on the screen.
 
Your local pharmacy (druggist) will sell 50/50 Isopropyl. It's what I use when I don't have any screen cleaner handy.

But seriously - go to your local electronics store, buy screen cleaner. This isn't rocket surgery.
 
I've used iKlear for 3 years on all my Apple gear and it's kept them looking flawless. Even the smallest bottle of solution will work for a single Macbook Pro, easily two years. It's safe for the trackpad and magic mouse/keyboard because it's nontoxic (ANTI-STATIC, ALCOHOL, AMMONIA & SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE FREE. as they say on the website).

Alcohol is great but not for this purpose. I have 99.9% Electronics grade stuff that I wouldn't dare use on my MBP.
 
Eddyisgreat said:
I've used iKlear for 3 years on all my Apple gear and it's kept them looking flawless. Even the smallest bottle of solution will work for a single Macbook Pro, easily two years. It's safe for the trackpad and magic mouse/keyboard because it's nontoxic (ANTI-STATIC, ALCOHOL, AMMONIA & SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE FREE. as they say on the website).

Alcohol is great but not for this purpose. I have 99.9% Electronics grade stuff that I wouldn't dare use on my MBP.
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Ah, so I can clean the fingerprints off the trackpad with iKlear. What about the keyboard?


gurm42 et al: This isn't about saving money, it's about using the best product.
 
I p on mine...takes the smudges right off! :D

Actually, I use iKlear...good stuff...mix a little with my orange juice every morning.

Seriously though...good stuff.
 
I also use iKlear. I was weary of buying a special "screen cleaner" solution. However, I really like that it cleans finger prints and dirt off of the case, keyboard, trackpad, magic mouse, etc. I like that it is non-toxic, non-alcohol based, and that it works. It was worth the small $$ ($25, I think? something like that) and comes with the spray, a cloth and some travel wipes that can be thrown into the bag for having on hand when it isn't convenient to use the spray.

You broke down and put some extra money into your computer; it's worth putting an extra few dollars in to keeping it looking nice (because really, thats all the screen cleaner does; makes it look nice and get rid of distracting (because they don't look nice) finger prints and smudges.
 
If you use Windex you WILL be sorry. The only cleaner you should use is Iklear. It works great on every part of the computer, screen, case, keyboard, & track pad.
 
cmm said:
Can someone recommend a screen cleaner that I can buy? The one I am currently using leaves marks from the microfiber/lint free towel I use once the solution dries.
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get iKlear, it's safe to clean everything on your MBP, the screen, the outside, trackpad, and keyboard.

Trust me, it works dude
 
I use iKlear on my glossy 17" MBP, iPhone, and iPad. Works great, I wouldnt use anything else
 
I use KeepitClean Macbook Cleaning Kit. It's in a green bottle and you can get it from the Apple store I think. Best thing I've used.
 
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