Help with display settings

[danmunk]

Hello,

I have a problem with the newer MacBook Pro, all generations of the MacBook and MacBook Air computers. If I use them for very long I get a headache from the display, similar to when some people use a CRT where the refresh rate is too low. I don't notice any visible flicker.

I have a second generation MacBook Pro and have no problems with it. I have also used PowerBooks and iBooks extensively with no issues. Lenovo, Dell and Sony machines don't seem to cause a problem either.

I really enjoy using Macs, but am worried that I may not be able to going forward as I seem to have issues using the newer displays. Based on google searches, it doesn't appear that this problem is very common.

Outside of resolution and color, I haven't found any display adjustments. I would appreciate help of any kind in adjusting the display.

Thanks,
Dan

 

[Stopsignguy]

You only mentioned resolution and color, but not brightness. The newest Macbook Pro (not 17 inch) have LED backlighting resulting in a much brighter image. Could this be what is causing your discomfort?

Other than that

 

[danmunk]

Thanks for the thought, but I've tried the full range from lowest to brightest.