Visit An Opticians … Without Leaving Home
It’s amazing just how many people in the UK have NEVER been to have their eyes professionally tested, with a particularly high percentage of those who have been not having had a test since being at school. Given just how valuable our eyes our to the way we live, it’s surprising how many people have never been tested, particularly considering how many life threatening illnesses can be diagnosed early on by an optician’s test.
Perhaps the reason a lot of people don’t go for tests is because it’s a hassle, or because they’re concerned about exactly what an eye test entails. This level of concern is no longer necessary though, as now you can not only get an eye test through your mobile phone, but even use the app to find out your prescription.
The software was concieved and developed by the creative team at MIT Media, who’s app is designed to bring full eye tests to anyone, anywhere in the world. The application works via a small, plastic viewpoint which attaches to your phone and acts as a lens to test your eyes. You then look down through the lens at your phone’s screen and take part in the test via your phone’s arrow keys.
The entire test can be completed in less than 120 seconds and will not only tell you if you’re in need of optics, but also tell you the level of prescription glasses you need. This could be particularly useful if you’re not interested in going down to the local high street, as it allows you to test your eyesight, find your prescription and buy your prescription sunglasses without even needing to leave the house.
The application was originally developed to help those in developing countries take proper care of their eyes, particularly in countries where opticians either aren’t available or cannot be reached.
If you’re looking to find out more information about the app you can simply search for the phrase ‘MIT Optometry App’, which will not only reveal a huge amount of information about the application but will also show you how to use the app and where you can find it. If you are worried about your vision and you’re unable or unwilling to make it to an opticians, this application could be just what you need to put your mind at rest, instead of just putting on your sunglasses and not worrying about it.
