Screen-Staring Interruption Apps

Eyescare Flashes Foul Images to Stop You From Staring at a Screen

Upon arrival of World Sight Day, it's important to remind people that staring at a screen for too long is bad for their eyes and that doctors recommend those who work desk jobs to look away from their computer every 20 minutes. However, many people either don't remember to do that or get too drawn into their work to care. That is why the 'Eyescare' app was created to force users to automatically look away every so often by showing a gross, scary or unappealing image.

From hacked up feet to gross mating insects -- this app doesn't stop with a simple image of mold-covered cheese. The app is launching on World Sight Day and encourages people to keep their eyes healthier by interrupting time spent staring at a screen. Though it may come with a little social judgement at the office, the "eyecare" it provides in the end is worthwhile.

Screen-staring Interruption Apps
The trend of apps that interrupt screen-staring to promote healthier eye habits.
Eyecare Reminder Technology
The trend of technologies that remind individuals to take breaks from staring at screens for better eye health.
Gross Image Intervention
The trend of using unappealing or frightening images to discourage excessive screen staring.

Sectors Adopting This

Health and Wellness
The industry that can leverage screen-staring interruption apps to promote healthier eye habits and well-being.
Technology
The industry that can create and innovate eyecare reminder technologies to support healthier digital lifestyles.
Digital Entertainment
The industry that can incorporate gross image interventions into games or interactive experiences to promote healthier screen habits.
SCORE
4.6 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 45%
Activity 84%
Freshness 8%

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