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Fix Brightness Getting Reset (To A Very Low Value Or Maximum) On Reboot In Ubuntu

If your laptop's brightness is not saved and is set to a very low value or to maximum, each time you reboot and / or when you log out, read on for a fix / workaround.

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WildGuppy Adjusts Your Laptop's Brightness Automatically Using The Camera As a Light Sensor

Improper screen brightness can cause your eyes to tire faster and a bright screen at night can make it difficult to fall asleep. WildGuppy tries to overcome this by adjusting your laptop's brightness automatically based on the ambient light, using the laptop camera as a light sensor.