KensingtonMP14 Magnetic MacBook Pro Privacy Screen for 14 inch MacBook Pro (2021-2024, M1, M2, M3, M4, Pro, Max), Removable Laptop Privacy Screen, Anti Glare Blue Light MacBook Mac Screen Protector

I've been in search for a screen protector for my MBP ever since I received it in January 2022 (I was one of the first people to order one). I gave up on this due to the number of reports of people cracking screens with screen protectors like this, or with keyboard covers. My MBP, like many others, has been plagued with the screen having imprints from the keys that are now permanent marks on the screen. It actually hides these imprints on the screen quite well.I have no idea what the difference is between this privacy screen and the more expensive elite, and this is the only one I've tried. It works great for its intended function as well as protecting the screen while in use. For ~$40 it's feasible to occasionally purchase a new one if the matte side gets dirty, which was one of my initial concerns.To address some common complaints:"The bottom corners fall off and make the bottom of the screen blurry and makes it impossible to use the dock on my MacBook" - I don't know what you're doing. The bottom DOES fall away from the screen if your screen is tilted down toward the keyboard. Where on earth are you using a laptop that requires you to tilt the screen down to use it? It clings on its own down to about a 75 degree angle, then it starts to fall away. I think the average person uses their laptop at more than 90 degrees, maybe closer to 110 degrees, so it doesn't make much sense to complain about this unless you're looking for an issue. For what it's worth, I haven't even opened the adhesive yet. I think this is for if you want to leave the privacy screen attached to the laptop, which I don't plan to. In that case, sure, I can see this being a bit of a nuisance, but I've been able to open and close the screen without issue."The screen gets darker toward the edges making it hard to see" - I'm not sure where you're using your laptop, but if the brightness is up high enough to see the screen, then you can see the screen very well. Yes it does get a shade darker toward the edges, but that is a natural consequence of a privacy screen with a large surface area. If you don't want someone next to you able to see your screen, then you have to accept that there's a limited viewing angle. If they improved this side effect, it would not sufficiently work as a privacy screen. Why else did you buy this? Be glad it works. Keep in mind the whole point of this technology is to balance it between viewer experience and privacy. It's a very fine line, and the bigger the screen, the more you realize that. Also keep in mind, I'm reviewing based on a 14" screen, NOT a 16", which I can imagine would show this side effect more prominently."You can still see what's on the screen from the side" - This is true to an extent. It has a lot to do with how bright you have the screen in relationship to how bright it is in your environment. No, it does not need to be so dark that it's hard to see or read. But, the brighter it is, the easier it is for someone next to you to read the screen. Based on my own testing, at a reasonable/comfortable brightness level, I could not read what's on the screen with someone sitting next to me (ie same seating distance as you'd find on a plane). I've only tested this in a medium-light environment, such as a coffee shop in the evening. Flights tend to be lower light, and I haven't tested this yet, but as long as your screen brightness matches your surrounding environment correctly, you should get the desired effect. To elaborate on my findings, when sitting directly next to someone using this privacy screen at a comfortable brightness, you can see less than 1/5 clearly enough to read, though it is difficult to read as it's very dim (this is a good thing). If you step this up to full brightness, you can read about 1/4 to 1/3 of the screen, with the edge nearest you being easy to read and tapering off from there. One thing worth noting on this topic, is that unless you go below a comfortable brightness, it will be easy for people to make out shapes and possibly infer the content on your screen when sitting next to you. For content that you feel requires more privacy, you will want to sit at least a few feet away or lower your brightness below what you may find comfortable. Keep in mind, all of this testing was done with someone sitting literally shoulder to shoulder, and I'm relaying worst case scenario."This doesn't work in lecture style seating" - This is true, and I agree if I needed it for that purpose, I would also find this to be annoying. This privacy screen only works for people sitting to your left or right. The vertical (up/down) viewing angle is almost completely unaffected, which is actually more ideal for every day use, but not so ideal for concerns about the person sitting behind you. I believe the type you're looking for is called a 4-way privacy screen, and I think those are harder to find because most people do not want to have to look at their screen at a very specific angle for every day use."This changes colors and makes it difficult to edit photos and videos" - I disagree on any color shifts, I haven't noticed an obvious one, but I also haven't attempted photo or video editing yet. I don't know that I'd have anything modifying my screen when I'm trying to edit anyway. But this will work just fine for editing if you really need to do it in a place where you don't want someone to see your screen.. in other words, you won't find something better for it.I don't often leave reviews but felt this was a well earned review because of the mixed feedback on the product. I almost didn't order it because of the poor reviews I summarized here, so if you're in doubt, try it and don't buy into the poor feedback.

It works well for my application, providing protection against the keys while the lid is closed as well as when the lid is open from hands and general abrasions in everyday use. Also prohibiting prying eyes from seeing whatever is on the display while the screen is in use. The magnetic adherence is does not have a noticeable affect on the display or causes any distortion to the screen.

It’s just ok for privacy, it does not help with sun and glare. If you’re looking for something to be able to work outdoors - don’t bother with this!It is nice that you can easily pop it on and off and still close your laptop.

I got this mostly to be Anti-Glare and to reduce eye strain. The privacy feature is honestly just a bonus for me. This screen does help a LOT with eye strain, which is what prompted me to get this. It has a matte side and a glossy side. The matte side is actually matte. For those wanting the privacy screen it works pretty well especially in very lit areas. Just not as much when its dark. Even then it hard to read any text. Looks clear and doesn't distort images or colors.I saw that people were upset about the screen floating. The package has little clear stickers that you can add so it doesnt float. They are packed in a little blue sheet included in the pack, very small, and dont obstruct anything on the screen.Others said that the Macbook wouldnt shut with the screen on. While it doesnt shut PERFECTLY like it would without the screen, it does shut and will allow for the Macbook to sleep. Otherwise this product would have been a five star rating.Overall good product that works as described and fulfills the needs I had for it.

I didn't know what to expect when I ordered this product. They wanted me to get a few of them for the office so I decided to get an extra one for myself to see what it was all about. It makes it almost impossible for anyone to read over your shoulder or grab critical data from your screen without permission. If you are looking at the screen anywhere but straight on or a few degrees either direction, then it's going to be black and look as if it's not even turned on. This is especially useful when operating in a coffee shop or some other public space where you don't know who is lurking around behind you. It does tone down the brightness overall but that's easily adjustable in your settings. There's nothing to the installation as well. It's magnetic so you just line it up and it slaps right into place. It's thin enough that you won't realize it's on there and doesn't effect closing the computer down or sliding into its case.

I don’t usually leave negative reviews, but I was really disappointed with this product. I’m required to use a privacy screen for work when I’m in the office or coffee shops, and I bought this one hoping it would do the job.Even though it fits my 14-inch MacBook Pro perfectly (make sure you double-check your model before ordering), the screen arrived slightly bent or warped, so it doesn’t sit flat on my display. This causes a blurry effect and distorts the image quality. Worse, I could still see the screen clearly from side angles, so it’s not as private as advertised.At $40, it’s just not worth it. I ended up replacing it with another privacy screen that had better reviews, was cheaper, and actually works. Unfortunately, I trusted the brand so much that I threw the packaging away in frustration and can’t return it.I don’t recommend this one—especially when there are better options out there for less money.

This does exactly what it says it would. Works well for when I’m in public and need extra privacy for work related Items. You can still close the laptop, and it sticks on well without sticking on in a way that’s hard to remove or put on. It was exactly what I was looking for.