# Healthy Eye Webcams The Blink Now Device Reduces Eye Strain from Computer Usage By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blink-now-device References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2010/10/26/blink-now-you-know-i-actually-think-this-is-a-real-product/) & [blinknow](http://www.blinknow.co.uk/index.php) Working in a profession that keeps me in front of the computer through the entire day, I could definitely use the Blink Now device. The Blink Now device resembles a webcam that attaches to the top of your computer. It features a very pretty, blinking eye that hopes to send a subliminal message to you to blink as it does. Priced at $79, this gadget will be definitely helpful to those who have to spend long hours in front of a computer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eye Strain Reduction Gadgets:** There is an opportunity to develop various gadgets that reduce eye strain for people who spend long hours in front of a computer. - **Subliminal Messaging Devices:** Developing devices with subliminal messages could be a way to encourage certain behaviors or habits among users. - **Computer Accessory Innovation:** Businesses can explore creating innovative accessories for computers that improve productivity and comfort while working. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** Technology companies can focus on creating eye strain reduction gadgets as a way to improve the user experience while using electronic devices. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can incorporate subliminal messaging devices to encourage healthier habits among patients and improve outcomes. - **Office Supplies:** Companies in the office supplies industry can focus on developing innovative accessories that improve ergonomics and productivity while using computers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Eye Health Preservation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blink-eye.md) - [Eye Strain-Reducing Plug-Ins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-strain-reducing.md) - [AI-Powered Work Health Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bliink.md) - [Integrated Eye Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-health.md) - [Eye Contact Webcams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icontact-camera.md) - [Eye Strain-Reducing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomy-2.md) - [Infrared Light Eye Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koushicare-lumineyes.md) - [Sun-Mimicking Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunled-sunbooster.md) - [Relaxation-Focused Eye Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-eye-massager.md)