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Turning Smashed TVs into Realistic Artificial Daylight

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Turning Smashed TVs into Realistic Artificial Daylight

DIY Perks shows how to turn old or smashed TVs and monitors into realistic artificial window lights, using the backlight and Fresnel lens to simulate distant daylight.

HN points to it in threads on artificial sunlight, as a buildable and surprisingly convincing artificial window.

9 Hacker News mentions · 2019–2025

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  • 3D printing, CNC & maker projects
  • Home, DIY & practical skills

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