I’m a designer by day and a gamer by night. I spend 9-12 hours a day staring at a computer screen. At work, I started getting killer headaches, and by the end of the day my eyes felt like they were on fire. After a visit to the eye doctor I was told I had no need for glasses, so she gave me eye-drops for dry eye. The eye-drops only gave temporary relief and didn’t help at all with the headaches. I was skeptical that GUNNARS could put an end to all the pain. At first I chickened out on wearing yellow tinted glasses to work, so I purchased a style called PPK, which are designed for people that play video games.
I was happy to find the GUNNAR PPK’s temples/arms flexed so I could still wear my Turtle Beach X12 headset. I was so impressed, that after a few gaming sessions, I decided to start wearing them at work. The amber tint did cause a few heads to turn, and the critics of the office made their comments that I looked like a sniper. Everyone had questions on how the glasses worked and if they really did help. Simply put, yes, GUNNARS have put an end to the feeling of my eyes burning out of my head. My headaches have been reduced by 85%. They also helped reduce the glare coming off the screen of my iMac, and cut back on the killer florescent lighting. The amber lens and slight magnification do take a little time to get used to, but in my case it’s been well worth it! The days I forget my pair at home are they days I quickly remember how much these glasses have helped. GUNNARS are also prescription compatible and can be ordered through many eye care providers.
My pair cost $80 at Best Buy, but prices vary depending on the style. Online they offer plenty of styles for gaming, and also more traditional looks that better suit your office style. After hearing how the glasses helped me, one of the office critics decided to buy a pair. Since then, they’ve also become a GUNNARS advocate. If you’re not ready to wear amber lenses, they have a line called Crystalline with clear lenses, but on the GUNNARS website they do state that the amber lens provides the best benefits. As of today they also offer a 30 day money back guarantee. So what do you have to lose?
Benefits Found Using GUNNARS:
• REDUCES GLARE AND IMPROVES VISUAL FOCUS
• ENHANCES DETAIL FOR SHARPER, CLEARER VISION
• REDUCES VISUAL STRESS AND DRY EYES
• HELPS YOUR EYES FOCUS MORE NATURALLY PROTECTING AGAINST FATIGUE
• SPECIALLY FORMULATED TINT CONDITIONS AND SHIFTS THE COLOR SPECTRUM TO PROVIDE SUPERIOR CONTRAST, DETAIL, AND RESOLUTION.
• LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME AND ADJUSTABLE NOSE PADS FOR COMFORT AND STYLE
Lens Technology [i-AMP] – i-AMP lens technology is comprised of proprietary lens material in an advanced shape, finished with custom formulated lens tints and coatings specifically
engineered to reduce digital eye strain.
Lens Tint [IONIK] – IONIK lens tints improve overall contrast and comfort by filtering out harsh artificial light and reducing high-intensity visible light. Lens tint are designed to reduces
harsh fluorescent light for better focus.
• Amber – This signature lens tint offers the best enhancement of contrast and visual performance by providing a spectrum that closely replicates natural light.
• Crystalline – This specialized lens tint, provides an equally balanced color spectrum engineered specifically for creative visual artists who work in true color.
• Gradient Grey – This outdoor lens tint is designed to reduce the total light transmitted in highly lit or full-sun environments.
• Gradient Gold – This outdoor lens tint is designed for medium light environments, optimizing visibility to dashboard mounted nav screens, digital heads-up displays and avionics.
Lens Shape [FRACTYL] – FRACTYL lens shape improves efficiency of the eye, enhances detail and eases eye strain, through advanced focusing power. A highly wrapped lens design limits air currents and protects tear film during digital viewing where dry eye syndrome is common. Wrapped lens shape limits air currents near the eyes, creating a higher humidity
environment.
Lens Material [DIAMIX] – The proprietary lens material is optically pure, ensuring the clearest image while eliminating distortion caused by impurities and haze. Patented lens material provides optimal clarity. The proprietary lens material is optically pure for the clearest image possible and comprised of lightweight materials for long-haul ergonomics.
Lens Coatings [IFi & IFi Pro] – The lens coatings are designed to reduce glare and protect the lens. Our coatings include an anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and reflections, and a hard coat that reduces environmental damage and minimizes scratching of the lens material. Lens coating reduces glare and reflections to minimize eye strain.
Premium Lens Coatings [IFi-Pro] – The premium lens coating technology features three additional functional layers, achieving unparalleled anti-reflective properties, durability and color management.
Frame [eFit] – Designed with long haul visual ergonomics in mind, our lens and frame solution is constructed with the most advanced lightweight, yet durable materials available. With adjustable nose pads and an ergonomically friendly fit, GUNNAR eyewear delivers both comfort and style. Lightweight frame and adjustable nosepads make the fit comfortable to any face. The frame features lightweight magnesium alloy materials combined with adjustable nosepads that provide a stable fit while the stems rest comfortably along your temples.
20/20 Ready [20/20] – Read-to-wear for 20/20 vision or used with corrective contact lenses. Ready-to-wear for 20/20 vision or used with corrective contact lenses
Rx – GUNNAR eyewear is RX compatible. GUNNAR’s prescription lens program is supported and administered by the precision optics of Carl Zeiss Vision (Most GUNNAR frames are prescription compatible).
Note:
If you plan on gaming with a headset, make sure to purchase glasses that are headset compatible.
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