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I despise the modern phones and internet
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Kasper:
Besides that, it's pretty tough to get datasheets, forums or news on paper.  So the choice is between phone and computer monitor.  Both of which have dimmed backlights.
magic:
I really don't mind technology. I would gladly buy a pocketable computer myself, if such things actually were available that weren't a hopeless pile of disposable consumer stinking rubbish.

Pic below is where it all went downhill. In retrospect, it was probably predictable ::)
Kalvin:
Straight from ChatGPT, when I asked it to write a comforting reply to a person who says "I despise the modern phones and internet":


--- Quote ---It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed by technology at times. The constant stream of information and notifications can be exhausting, and it's important to take breaks and set boundaries for ourselves.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by your phone and the internet, you could try setting limits on your usage, taking breaks throughout the day to disconnect, or finding ways to use technology in a way that feels more manageable and positive for you.

It's also important to remember that technology is a tool, and it's up to us to use it in a way that serves us, rather than letting it control us.

If you're finding that your phone and the internet are causing more stress than they're worth, it might be helpful to explore other ways to stay connected with the world and the people you care about. It's okay to take a step back and find a balance that works for you.
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pcprogrammer:

--- Quote from: Kalvin on December 16, 2022, 09:46:18 am ---Straight from ChatGPT, when I asked it to write a comforting reply to a person who says "I despise the modern phones and internet":

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That proves it, the internet is very wise.  :-DD
tooki:

--- Quote from: eti on December 16, 2022, 04:23:03 am ---You realise that staring at a backlit screen for hours, causes significantly greater eye strain than a piece of paper lit with ambient or directed, front light? You are literally shining white LEDs into your eyes; no wonder you get headaches!

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A photon is a photon, regardless of its source. (At least in the context of incoherent light, that is, not lasers.)

There is no evidence to support a backlight per se being a source of eye strain. What we know does cause issues is poor contrast, flicker, blurriness, and slow refresh rates. A well designed screen with non-flickering backlight and very high resolution solve those issues.

In contrast, people frequently read books with far too little light, and that is known to cause eye strain because it makes focusing difficult.

I think a problem is that people don’t adjust screen brightness appropriately, so that it’s not blindingly bright in a dim room.

What we do know is that when reading on screens, people tend to blink less frequently than when reading on paper. That is something one can try to actively counteract, of course.
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