Night Owl Reading Lamp

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Neutral (3100K – 4500K): The middle of the brightness spectrum offers a mix of warm and cool light, and is the most versatile temperature. Our passion for authentic Scandinavian design inspires us to go beyond and unite new trends with classic styles. True craftsmanship is expressed throughout our range of timeless Danish designed reading glasses, tinted sunglasses and of course our tech-savvy blue light collection. And in case you’re wondering, all our sunglasses and blue light glasses are available as standard pairs or with +1 to +2.5 strength. Indulge in classic Danish designs materialised through round and iconic shapes to contemporary twists of square and rectangular frames that bridge glamour and comfort. While most of us might use this light to read on the sofa, in bed, or on public transport, you could think out of the box and take this on a dog walk, an evening jog, or to focus better on DIY and craft projects that need illuminating. The light comes in three colours and has a built-in lithium battery that’s recharged via a provided USB cable. It takes about 2.5 hours to reach full charge, and then should last for 16 hours at normal brightness or 6.8 hours at the highest brightness level. We found that these glasses align well with our face and rest nicely on the nose, which allowed them to stay in place. No matter how long we wore them, they never left any marks on our face nor did they feel tight or uneven. Even when we challenged these glasses by looking at three different computer screens and down at paperwork, they remained in place and the clarity never wavered.

That doesn’t mean they don’t work at all, just that studies haven’t proven these claims yet. It also means that you, personally, may rave about how well blue light glasses work for you while someone else finds they make no difference at all. Varifocal lenses are another option, especially if you are over 40 and have noticed that your eyesight at all distances is beginning to worsen. Varifocal lenses seamlessly transition between viewing close up, far away and everything in between, making them ideal if you have different prescriptions for distance vision, using a digital device or reading. Unlike traditional varifocals, however, our SuperDigital lenses have been designed with digital screens in mind. The near zone even caters for the closer, higher position we hold our mobile phone, and they also include our UltraClear SuperClean help to reduce the effects of screen glare. If you are a fan of aviator glasses but prefer the simplicity of clear frames, you’ll like the Zeelook Readers Chic Aviator Style readers. Not only are the clear frames complementary for any hair color and skin tone, but they also do not distract from your facial features. Plus, we found that they look great on Zoom calls. In addition to minimizing that annoying glare during video calls, the Felix Gray pair were also comfortable to wear throughout several eight-hour work days without needing adjustment. There was no slipping or pinching, either. As for clarity, we thought the untinted lenses were crisp and clear, though there was a more subtle rather than dramatic improvement in eye strain symptoms than with other glasses. (In other words, they may help reduce eye fatigue and headaches…or they may not.) Overall, if you need a pair of glasses that doesn’t cause a distracting, glare-y reflection during video calls, the Felix Gray Jemison is your best bet. Comfort: When your glasses aren’t comfortable, you’re less likely to wear them and see clearly. Glasses that were so comfortable we forgot we were wearing them scored the highest. We focused on whether they slid down our noses, pinched at our temples or were generally too large or too small. We also took note of any red marks they may have left behind after wearing them for an extended period of time.Noell WK, Walker VS, Kang BS & Berman S., ‘Retinal damage by light in rats’, Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci, 5. pp. 450–473. (1966). This is the loss of the ability of the eyes over time to focus clearly on near objects making reading text and close work more difficult. The magnification you need will depend on your age and the reading distance. Before you start shopping, schedule an appointment with your eye doctor to find out your correct magnification or whether you need a prescription (for example, if you need a different magnification for each eye or need bifocals or progressive lenses). Rimless glasses, like this pair from Maui Jim, leave the lenses exposed and are ideal for people looking for a minimalist design. Not only are these glasses lightweight and comfortable, but we like that they also offer a wider view of whatever you are working on. They feature lenses which reduce the amount of blue light reaching the eyes and so may reduce the problems of eye strain and headaches associated with using screens for

The three attributes we rated in our testing were fit, feel, and clarity. We considered whether their glasses fit snugly and comfortably on their faces, noting when glasses slipped down, pressed too tightly against their heads, needed constant adjustment, or felt too large or small for their faces. (We also made stylistic notes here, too, when a pair seemed particularly on- or off-trend.) For feel, we evaluated how our eyes felt after hours of wear; if we noted short- or long-term improvement in eye strain symptoms over the course of the testing week, those glasses scored higher for feel than others that didn’t give us any noticeable improvement. Brian Lojka, OD, optometrist at Clarkson Eyecare and division medical officer of optometry for EyeCare PartnersBifocal glasses are a traditional design correcting vision for two focal distances. The top part of the lens aids distance vision, while the lower portion is tailored for near vision, typically at about 16 inches, says Inna Lazar, OD, founder of Greenwich Eye Care and Dry Eye Spa. Regular eye tests and consultation with an eye care professional are essential for not only ascertaining your glasses requirements but also in the interests of both eye and general health. First, our editors and testers used screens as they normally would—without blue light glasses—for around four hours. We asked them to make note of any common eye strain symptoms, like headaches, dry or itchy eyes, and sensitivity to light. After that, they wore blue light glasses for around four hours, again making note of how their eyes felt. From there, we asked our testers to continue wearing their blue light glasses while using screens for one week, with the goal of noting any differences in eye health from the first day of use until the last. How tinted your glasses should be is something that can be assessed by your eye care provider, says Dr. Crews, but in general, people who may benefit from blue light glasses would be those who spend lots of time on screens and suffer from eye strain, headaches, light sensitivity, or insomnia.