In a project that certainly strays from today's norm, Chino Kim invented "Screeners" which are glasses that prevent people from looking at screens.
After getting sick of "mainstream tech culture," Chino Kim decided to take matters into his own hands in a quirky and defiant way. The lenses of the glasses have a "smart film" on them, which is made up of an opaque plastic that "becomes clear when an electrical charge is applied to it." The user wears a webcam that processes what they are looking at and once it sees a screen it immediately cuts the electrical charge being sent to the glasses. In response, the smart film on the glasses will turn opaque.
While this may be a drastic method of preventing yourself from looking at screens, this product allows users to think about the physical and mental strain that can result with the constant use of phone and computer screens.
What's Driving This Trend
- Screen-free Movement
- Embracing a lifestyle that minimizes screen time, providing opportunities for physical and mental well-being.
- Smart Eyewear
- Integrating technology into eyewear to enhance functionality and improve user experience.
- Digital Detox Solutions
- Developing products and services that help individuals disconnect from screens and improve overall well-being.
Who This Affects Most
- Eyewear
- Exploring opportunities to incorporate smart technologies and materials to create innovative eyewear solutions.
- Wellness and Mental Health
- Providing products and services that promote digital well-being and address the negative impacts of screen usage.
- Tech Integration
- Identifying ways to seamlessly integrate technology into everyday products like eyewear to enhance functionality and user experience.
