Blue light from monitors is considered a problem for our eyes. For this reason, a 17-year-old invented a monitor in 2023 that should protect the eyes. Since mid-2025, model 2.0 has been available on the market. But how good is this revolutionary monitor really?
What kind of monitor is this? The Eazeye monitor was introduced in 2023 as a particularly eye-friendly monitor by 17-year-old developer Louis Huang and relied on reflective LCD technology instead of conventional backlighting. The idea behind it was primarily to reduce harmful blue light.
To achieve this, the teenager installed a reflective panel behind the display that captures light around the screen. This way, the color and brightness of the display could automatically adjust to the surroundings, such as your room.
Good monitor for office and outdoors, only partially suitable for gaming
How well does the monitor perform? Most reviews on YouTube highlight the significantly lower eye strain compared to classic LCDs, especially during prolonged use. Thus, the monitor achieves its goal of being gentler on the human eye overall.
Additionally, testers explain that the reflective design allows for a paper-like viewing experience, especially in daylight or direct sunlight. Outside, the monitor is clearly superior to all classic LCDs; indoors, the advantages are less pronounced, unless the lighting is optimal.
It is also important that the monitor works very well in everyday use and with office tasks. However, for professional work with colors or gaming, the monitor can quickly fall short.
Are there also disadvantages? Yes, it is criticized among other things for its limited usability in poor lighting and the sometimes visible gradient in the image (“clouding” in uneven lighting): color gradients in the display can appear unsightly and no longer create a smooth image. This is particularly annoying when colors need to be accurately represented. This is explained by a user in an extensive report on Reddit.com.
The MSRP of 999 USD is also considered too high: some reviewers believe that the model would be more attractive as a “budget option” under 750 USD. In euros, the model currently costs 867.95 EUR. For the 1st model, 520.95 euros are due.
Anyone looking to buy a new monitor must keep several things in mind before ultimately spending a lot of money on the wrong model. The most important features and what to pay attention to when buying a monitor can be found directly with us on MeinMMO: The 8 most important features to consider when buying a gaming monitor
