a LIVEdigitally original Eyetop DVD review: Watching it


Eyetop DVD provides what they call a "virtual 14-inch screen". The system is designed to let you watch through one eye, while still being able to see what's happening in the real world beyond. I found the experience quite surreal. Unfortunately, it wasn't Salvador Dali surreal, but more David Lynch surreal (yes, yes, I liked Twin Peaks too, but he's batting about .150 these days).

The viewing area really does appear to be the 14" screen the company promises, but I found it creates two unpleasant effects:

  • A sense of 'floating' inside my vision
  • A minor amount of, what's the kind way to put it… nausea.

    I really don't want to come down too hard on the product, because I like what they are trying to do. However, for those of us who tested out the system, we all felt a bit queasy after watching for a while. I don't think I could make it through a whole movie, especially not while in a car or on a plane. Then again, maybe your system starts to adjust to it after longer exposure - as a frequent migraine sufferer, I was unwilling to take the risk.

    Here are a couple of pictures of the virtual screen (click on the image for a full-screen view):




    NEXT… Conclusion

  • Introduction
  • Equipment
  • Wearing it
  • Watching it
  • Conclusion