epix 2 screen viewing with polarized sunglasses

I've searched through recent postings and can't find any feedback. Are users experiencing any issues with viewing the screen when using polarized sunglasses?

Thanks in advance!

Todd

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chrisallennc over 2 years ago +1

I've not had any issues through Oakley or Tifosi polarized lenses.
tefkar over 2 years ago +1 suggested

I've noticed it too. It might be the sapphire crystal. Crystals can have polarizing properties.

That also might explain why the sapphire models have a slightly dimmer display.
NemoSandman over 2 years ago in reply to charlie_halloween +1

We are lucky because OLED screens are often covered with stressed glass that is thin, yet relatively strong. Stressed glass has molecules predominantly spaced further in one direction than the other directions…

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0 chrisallennc over 2 years ago

I've not had any issues through Oakley or Tifosi polarized lenses.

0 charlie_halloween over 2 years ago in reply to chrisallennc

Thank you for the reply, Chris.

After additional searching I do find this on reddit. I am hopeful I will not experience any issues with my sunglasses.

Visibility of Epix 2 Through Polarized Sunglass Lenses - Pics : GarminFenix (reddit.com)

Thanks again!

Todd

0 McPowdersnow over 2 years ago

I am using my Epix since day 1 also with polarized glasses and there is no issue with this combo.

0 Dunno1 over 2 years ago

Not a problem for me. Hope the same for you!

0 fjelsten over 2 years ago

Nope

0 jaamgans over 2 years ago

No issue through my Polarized and Prizm Polarized Oakley's either. Tested them on a couple of different sets from neutral to brown to blue and had no issues in terms of visibility with any of them. Viewing angels are fine too.

Can't say the same on the odd Sony phone I have had in the post where landscape mode was a no go.

0 charlie_halloween over 2 years ago

Thank you to all for your responses, sounds encouraging!

0 2739558 over 2 years ago

Idem, oakley prescription lensens black iridium polarized, no problem

0 Tunamark over 2 years ago

No issues with multiple Costa Del Mar's (plastic, glass, different colors, etc)

0 Gionny2000 over 2 years ago

The Epix 2 has an OLED display, not LCD.