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From: john larkin <jl@650pot.com>
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Subject: Re: LCD (large -- TV-ish) monitors with SOLID front surface?
Date: Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:41:37 -0700
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On Fri, 7 Jun 2024 12:43:59 -0700, Don Y <blockedofcourse@foo.invalid>
wrote:

Hi, foo,

>I'm looking for a new monitor to back my electric whiteboard.

What's an electric whiteboard?


>I've been using a plasma monitor (40" TV) up until now as it
>has a hard front surface that can stand up to being "written on"
>(with an invisible ink marker pen).

Invisible ink pen?

>
>[Imagine your actions when writing on a "whiteboard"]
>
>Most LCD (TVs) seem to have a really flimsy front surface.
>
>I suspect the plasma's front screen is a (necessary) consequence
>of the technology.  And, not essential for LCD.
>
>Are there any offerings where this might NOT be the case?

My Sony OLED TV feels pretty solid. And has phenomenal color and
contrast. But I wouldn't use it as a whiteboard.

Interestingly, the sound comes out of the screen.