About GlassesOff
About GlassesOff
At GlassesOff we believe in giving people the power to take control of their vision and quality of life. We are a software technology company focusing in healthcare, with patented technology and revolutionary neuroscientific research to produce an application capable of improving near vision sharpness by enhancing image processing in the visual cortex of the brain.
Using data from over a decade of research, we’ve developed an application that can change our user’s life by enabling them to read without glasses and delay natural near vision decline.
About the GlassesOff application
GlassesOff uses revolutionary neuroscientific research to stimulate the visual cortex of the brain to improve near vision reading capabilities. The result is a scientifically proven application for enhancing the brain’s image processing abilities and therefore improving near vision sharpness.
The program consists of around three 12-minute sessions each week for approximately three months in a row.
Since it runs on smartphones and tablets, you can take GlassesOff with you anywhere so you can train anytime.
What is different about this versus other exercises for near vision improvement?
GlassesOff boosts the visual cortex of the brain in its processing of images rather than altering the eyes, making it completely unique. Most other solutions work as magnifiers or provide temporary relief for near vision reading capabilities which will worsen over time.
The Technology
Who should use GlassesOff?
GlassesOff was specially designed for people who experience natural, age-related changes in reading abilities. Many users choose to use the product even before the unavoidable natural decline begins.
How does it work?
Our vision is limited by the quality of images captured by our eyes and the image processing abilities of our brain. For people who experience the natural age-related changes in reading abilities, GlassesOff is designed to exercise the visual cortex of the brain to achieve comfortable reading without the use of magnifying devices, such as reading glasses.
Was GlassesOff scientifically tested?
Our technology was successfully scientifically tested, most recently at the University of California Berkeley. Moreover, our technology and research were published in leading scientific journals, including Nature, Vision Research, PNAS, and more.
Do all users succeed?
The vast majority of users who were found suitable for the program and closely follow its protocol will be able to exercise the visual cortex of the brain to achieve comfortable reading without the use of glasses most of the time (e.g. for reading short text, menus, the time, etc.) but may require glasses when reading lengthy and small text or when in a dark environment.
Can my medical condition affect the program?
GlassesOff uses high speed visual stimuli to improve the brain’s visual system to perform visual tasks better. Still, the performance of the visual system may be affected by pre-existing medical conditions or consumption of prescription drugs. If you are suffering from any pre-existing medical condition or using drugs, we recommend you consult your physician before using GlassesOff.
How long until I complete the program?
The sessions are personalized and the overall program length is determined according to your initial vision evaluation and ongoing progress. In order to complete the program you need to accumulate your personal target score as presented on your main screen.
The GlassesOff Pro Program
Should I wear my glasses while using the product?
You should not use reading glasses or multi-focal glasses when using the product. However, if you use distance glasses / contact lenses on a daily basis, you should wear them during the sessions. In general, the less you use your reading glasses while using the program, the faster you will improve.
Why can’t I perform more than one session a day?
This limitation is dictated by the physiological requirement of our brain. Effective learning requires a night’s sleep between sessions to allow consolidation of the acquired skills. It is recommended to use the program at least three times per week, but it is also possible to practice every day. Long breaks between sessions will negatively affect the sessions’ efficacy.
Why do I keep making mistakes as I progress?
Making mistakes is a normal part of the GlassesOff™ sessions. Effective sessions require practicing at the user’s contrast detection threshold. The program identifies the threshold by making each session harder and harder until the user starts making mistakes, and then focuses the session around that point. As users progress, the program adapts each session according to the new threshold, hence mistakes are not only normal but a basic part of your progress.
Why am I forced to guess when I’m not sure?
When using the product at your threshold, you will often not know the answer. Still, in most cases, your brain will be able to interpret some of the information, and even though you believe you are making a random choice, it is often not the case. Subconsciously, the partial information you interpret affects your choice.
Can I try the product before I buy?
GlassesOff offers a free trial period that includes a free vision evaluation and the first phase of the product sessions. Only once you complete the first phase and experience the product’s benefits, will you be required to upgrade to the full version in order to advance to the next phases.
How much does the app cost?
The GlassesOff app is free to download from the App Store. You get access to the vision evaluation and complete the first segment of training for free (which takes approximately two weeks). You can then choose to subscribe to the full version that includes additional advanced segments. The list price is $59.99.
I’m not sure I want to pay $59.99 for it yet.
We are offering a three-week extension on the $9.99 price for users who would like more time to experience the application and the potential benefits.
The $9.99 price will pay for three weeks, which should give the user enough time to complete enough sessions to truly see a difference in their visual performance. This means if one session is completed a day, there is a potential for 21 sessions with GlassesOff.
Using GlassesOff
Why am I forced to guess when I’m not sure?
When using the product at your threshold, you will often not know the answer. Still, in most cases, your brain will be able to interpret some of the information, and even though you believe you are making a random choice, it is often not the case. Subconsciously, the partial information you interpret affects your choice.
It seems the sessions are only getting harder?
In order to improve, the app must work at your maximum capability threshold. The better you perform, the harder the sessions will be. The most demanding stages of the sessions are the most effective.
Can I complete my sessions anywhere?
If you’re on-the-go, you can take your GlassesOff program with you. Just be sure you’re in a place with dim lighting and where you can sit and focus. At work, during a lunch break, or sitting in the living room — you get to choose what works best for you, making it accessible and flexible to suit your lifestyle and needs.
Can two people share the same license?
The product is personalized and each new session is formulated according to your previous sessions’ results. Therefore, your personalized session will not fit a different person.
Can I subscribe multiple users on the same device?
Yes, you can subscribe multiple users on the same device. Still, you must remember that the sessions are personalized, so make sure you always use the product under your account, in order to keep your product usage effective.
Can I use multiple devices?
Yes, you can use the product on multiple devices under the same single user account. Still, not all devices have the same screen characteristics. Though the program automatically adjusts to the device resolution, in some very advanced stages, some devices’ resolutions may not be sufficient to present the small visual stimuli required.
How do I invite friends?
You can add your friends to GlassesOff by inviting them to join the GlassesOff community via the “Share with Friends” option in the “More” menu of the application. Our technology can be shared with your contacts via Facebook, email, or SMS directly from the application, or you can “Like” us on Facebook and share with your friends that way.
If you register with GlassesOff using your Facebook account, you can share your progress on your Facebook profile, inspiring your friends to join the GlassesOff community.
Why do I keep making mistakes as I progress?
Making mistakes is a normal part of the GlassesOff sessions. Effective sessions require practicing at the user’s contrast detection threshold. The program identifies the threshold by making each session harder and harder until the user starts making mistakes, and then focuses the session around that point. As users progress, the program adapts each session according to the new threshold, hence mistakes are not only normal but a basic part of your progress.
Should I wear my reading glasses while using the product?
Reading glasses should not be worn during sessions, and should also be avoided as much as possible when not using the application. If you have multifocals, using separate glasses for distance and reading will allow you to avoid using reading glasses throughout the day. In general – the less you use your reading glasses, the better!
Not sure you can do this? Click here to find some tips that will help you avoid using reading glasses.
Should I wear my distance glasses?
If you use distance glasses / contact lenses on a daily basis, you should also wear them during the sessions.
Why can’t I perform more than one session a day?
This limitation is dictated by the physiological requirement of our brain. Effective learning requires a night’s sleep between sessions to allow consolidation of the acquired skills. It is recommended to use the program at least three times per week, but it is also possible to practice every day. Long breaks between sessions will negatively affect the sessions’ efficacy.
The Vision Evaluations
What are the ongoing visual evaluations checking?
The ongoing visual evaluations are simply checking your progress after a certain number of completed sessions. This information is then also used to calibrate the program to suit your needs. Various aspects of your progress will be measured, including reaction time, font size readability, and contrast sensitivity. These results will be compared to your initial vision evaluation to gauge your progress and help you move forward.
Where can I find my ongoing evaluation results?
On the home screen in the bottom left corner, there is a graph icon. Clicking on it will take you to a series of graphs which are easy to understand and will explain your progress as well as your ongoing evaluation results.
You can find more information about your ongoing evaluations by pressing the “Menu” button in the top right corner.
How often should I expect an ongoing vision evaluation?
This varies from user to user and is determined by your progress and not by the number of sessions completed.
The application will track your session results and notify you that your next session will begin with an ongoing vision test.
You will be reminded of your ongoing vision test at the beginning of the next session.
GlassesOff Ongoing Vision Care program
What is GlassesOff Ongoing Vision Care program?
GlassesOff Ongoing Vision Care program was designed especially for people that completed the GlassesOff Pro program, as most are still expected to experience natural changes in eye function with age. GlassesOff Ongoing Vision Care program was designed to further “boost” the brain’s image processing function to help maintain your achievement over time.
How often do I need to use the program?
The Ongoing Vision Care program is personalized, but usually only requires about two short sessions per month.
What is the cost of the Ongoing Vision Care program?
Users can choose between 3 different Ongoing Vision Care packages:
1) 3 months for $20.99 ($7 a month).
2) 12 months $69.99 ($5.8 a month).
3) Gold Care for $149.99, which will give you lifetime access to the GlassesOff sessions.
Technical information
What devices can I use?
Currently only iOS devices with version 6.1.1 and up are supported, including iPhone (3GS, 4, 4s, 5, 5s & 5c), iPad (2,3,4, mini & air), and iPod Touch (4 & 5).
Will the application work on my Android?
We are now in the process of developing and testing the Android version, scheduled for release by the end of Q2 2014.
You can keep track of updates via our Facebook page.
You can also register to be the first to use GlassesOff on Android.
Will the application work on my computer?
There are no plans to release a version of the application for computers as the resolution settings are too varied, and due to the precise science of the application, computers are not ideal for delivering the best results. GlassesOff needs very exact settings in order to deliver the optimal results and user experience, as well as making it accessible anywhere, anytime.
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