Gunnar Optiks

Purpose: Reduce eye stressHow:

Fractyl Lens Geometry Diamix Lens Material Lens Tints Lens Coating

Gunnar Optiks

Fractyl Lens Geometry

Problem Reduces Blink Rate Dry itchy eyes

Solution Curvature More humidity

Benefit More comfortable and protected eyes

Fractyl Lens Geometry

Problem Eye muscles flex to view near objects Loss of distance vision

Solution Focuses light before reading eye

Benefit Eyes are less tires Not flexed for extended periods

Diamix Lens Material

Problem Clarity Durabilty

Solution No bi-refringence edge effects Colored tints

Benefit Lasts longer and has clear vision

Lens Tints

Problem Artificial lights Unbalanced spectrum of light

Solution Reduces high energy light

Benefit Helps visual recovery Reduces ‘after image’ effects

Lens Coatings

Problem Reflection and Glare

Solution Antireflection properties on both sides of

glassesBenefit

Reduces visual noise Less stress on eyes

Lens Coatings

Problem Degrading products

Solution Hard protectant

Benefit Resists scratching Less oil buildup

Prescription Glasses

Gunnar Rx officeOrder online to

customize

Pros and Cons

Pros Cons

Ease of Viewing Not Stylish

Reduces Eye Strain Amber Tint

Eyes are less tired Color Distortion

Lightweight Expensive

Reviews

PC Magazine MP 1st

References

Flew, Terry and Humphreys, Sal (2005) "Games: Technology, Industry, Culture" Oxford University Press.

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"GUNNAR Overview." Gunnar Optiks RSS2. N.p., Apr. 2009. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. http://www.gunnars.com/what-are-gunnars/ >.

“Gunnar Optiks PPK Digital Performance Eyewear." PCMAG. N.p., 29 Apr. 2011. Web. 15 Apr. 2013. http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2337144,00.asp