I have to wear glasses every day as part of my life. I need them for driving and also for working on my laptop, computer tablet etc. As such I need a good pair of glasses with lenses that will match my prescription and also that will cut down excessive glare in the above scenarios.
This is why I have kept a close eye on Computer special glasses and in particular Gunnar Optics who have long been at the forefront of making glasses, particularly for gamers and computer users.
It has been a while since I have had hands-on experience with the Gunnar Optics glasses but I did try a pair about 10 years ago and I was quite impressed. here is my review of the glasses from back then.
SO Gunnar has just announced that they have a new lens they are bringing to market and alongside the new lens it has got a new frame style.
First, let’s take a look at the new lens tech that they are announcing. Plastic-free Mineral Glass lenses.
So what is the big deal with these new lenses then? It is time to get a bit techy and I am going to directly quote their press release below.
GUNNAR’s Mineral Glass lenses are made from the same material used in high-end camera and telescope optics, delivering superior scratch resistance and shock-proof durability. They are available in two options: the popular 65 GBLF Amber, designed to block harmful blue light and optimize contrast, and the new 20 GBLF Clear Pro lens, which offers ultra-precise color rendition and high fidelity. Each lens features GUNNAR’s patented lens technology, which includes advanced coatings that eliminate glare, reduce eye strain, block harmful blue light and 100% UV rays, and resist smudging. By incorporating these coatings and the distinctive GUNNAR focusing power, the new lenses provide a viewing experience that reduces eye fatigue, making them ideal for long hours of digital work, video editing, and gaming.
The launch of these Mineral Glass lenses marks a significant engineering milestone for GUNNAR, as they are the only blue light blocking glasses with mineral glass lenses available today. Mineral Glass has long been regarded as the pinnacle of lens technology for its ability to deliver perfect color rendition and clarity without distortion or haze. To adapt this material to GUNNAR’s standards, the R&D team overcame challenges to incorporate GUNNAR’s signature 0.2 diopter of focusing power to reduce eye strain, while ensuring the lenses met the company’s high quality and performance requirements for blue light blocking and color accuracy.
So in the simplest possible terms, this means that you have the clearest glass available with the Gunnar patented eye care technology included. The lenses will be available in both Clear Pro and Amber Tint. The tinting is designed to counter all the things that cause eye fatigue and string that those of us who use screens everyday experience as part of our daily lives.
The Frames that are being announced are called the Tahoe and will be available with the new mineral glass option. They have been designed as a functional frame inspired by the Crystal Clear water of Lake Tahoe. the frames weigh in at 20 grams making them feel comfortable when worn but are also strong due to they aluminium magnesium alloy that is used in their construction.
The Tahoe’s design will have both the GBLF 20 Clear Pro tinting shown above and also the GBLF 65 Amber tinting (the higher the GBLF number the higher the blue light filtering effect. There key features include the below
• Crafted from premium Italian acetate and lightweight aluminum magnesium alloy.
• Distortion-free, shatter-proof, and scratch-resistant Mineral Glass lens material.
• Blocks harmful blue light and 100% UV.
• G-Shield® Premium Plus lens coating for anti-glare protection.
• Flexible spring hinges for enhanced comfort and durability.
• Available in 65 GBLF Amber and 20 GBLF Clear Pro lens tints.
At the time of writing the Tahoe with eh mineral galas lenses are not currently showing as being available on the UK site, However, they are available on the US Site with a starting price of $250 for the non-prescription option. However, if you do want to get some glasses to help reduce glare from your screens then I would take a look at the Gunnar Website as they have a wide range available in both prescription and non-prescription options. They also offer Sunglasses as well which I was unaware of.