Screen Distance: smartphone technology that protects your eyesight
The smartphone has become our daily companion - for work, communication, news, and study. But it is the phone that we most often hold too close to the eyes, without noticing it. This habit puts excessive strain on the visual system and can lead to eye fatigue, blurred vision, and headaches.
That's why modern smartphones have a technology called Screen Distance - a function that controls the safe distance between the eyes and the screen.
What is the problem with too little distance?
The optimal distance from the eyes to the smartphone is 30-40 cm.
In practice, many users keep their phones at a distance 20 cm and less.
It can cause:
overstrain of the eye muscles
rapid fatigue and dry eyes
blurred vision after prolonged use
headache
risk of developing or progressing myopia, especially in children
This habit is especially dangerous in the dark or during prolonged continuous use.
How does the technology work?
Front camera recognizes faces
The system analyzes the distance to the screen
In case of dangerous approach:
a notification appears
the screen is temporarily darkened
the user receives a recommendation to move the phone away
When the safe distance is restored, the smartphone automatically continues to work.
⚠️ Important: images are not stored - the analysis takes place locally on the device.
Who is Screen Distance especially useful for?
🔹 For children and teenagers
🔹 People from myopia
🔹 For those who spend a lot of time on the phone
🔹 For users who read from the screen in the dark
🔹 For parents to control the child's visual load
This function is especially important in children, because the visual apparatus is still forming.
The main advantages of the technology
👁 Prevention of visual fatigue
The eyes work in a more natural mode.
📏 Safe distance control
The smartphone reminds you if the phone is too close.
👶 Protection of children's vision
It is especially relevant for schoolchildren and preschoolers.
🌙 Benefit when used in the dark
Reduces eye strain in low light.
However. Screen Distance is effective supplement to optical correction and prevention.
This feature is often recommended in optics:
children at risk of myopia
patients with complaints of eye fatigue
people who cannot control the distance on their own
Take care of your eyesight today
Even the smartest smartphone technology is no substitute for a professional eye exam. If you or your child
1. you get tired of the phone quickly
2. you feel dryness or «sand» in your eyes
3. notice blurred vision in the evening
4. hold the screen too close
- This is a signal that the eyes need help.
In our optics you can go through free vision test, get expert advice and find out if you need correction, protective lenses or additional solutions for comfortable work with gadgets.
👁🗨 Regular eye exams are a simple step that can help you avoid serious problems in the future.
Sign up for a free checkup today - and allow your eyes to work without fatigue.
