I've wanted a privacy filter for a long time, but I finally saw it on sale and took the plunge and found that it is the most useful computing accessory that I own. And since the technology doesn't exist as an extension/app, I took the plunge and ordered it to resolve my security issues.
First of all, buy the gold filter! Sure, it doesn't look like your computer is off as much as the grey, but it's very effective at obscuring text on my screen, and it's pleasant to look at.
Quite simply, it works. I have a laptop for home, but carry a 11 inch chromebook to work and class. I was tired of every single person sitting beside me reading my notes, looking at my email either at class or and at the coffee shop. Now, I can have privacy while working and typing emails. You'd think that I'm doing something nefarious, but it's not so--I simply want to type my emails without wandering eyes reading. I can now dim my screen nearly as much as it can go, and 99% of people around me can't read what I'm typing--try it yourself on your own computer.
There is, however, a grain-like overlay on my screen now with the protector, but I'd much rather a slightly dimmer screen with a texture than have every single person sitting to either side of me see my screen and read what's on it. And of course someone over my shoulder or directly behind me can see the screen, but I can just check for them, and someone far behind me can't view the actual contents of the text on screen, therefore I'm safe! You can also try blocking the computer screen with your torso(for people behind) or turn the computer at a 10 degree angle as you use it for even more privacy. Also don't make the mistake I made, put the crescent cutout at the bottom of the screen, not the top!(It's less visible there).
I am a private person, and this product helps me feel comfortable. It was $26 on amazon prime, and so worth it! Now if only the 13.3 one wasn't twice that price, I'd love to have one for when I do bring my other computer with me for imaging. (There's nothing worse than spying eyes interrupting my Illustrator/Photoshop work.) I refuse to pay $46 for a piece of plastic right now, though...
| Standing screen display size | 13.3 Inches |
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