Gadgets Offer ‘Peeking Protection’ to Consumers

Electronics makers are introducing new devices that stop people from peeking at other’s laptops and mobile phones, reports The Korea Times.

"LG.Philips LCD yesterday unveiled prototype of an LCD monitor that can shift its viewing angle between 180 degrees and 80 degrees at the press of a button.

When the privacy function is activated, the screen instantly clouds over for people viewing from the side, while it is still visible to persons directly in front of the monitor. When turned off, the blurring effect quickly goes away and the screen provides a wider view.

Mobile phone makers are also aware that peeking has become an irritating issue.

Samsung Electronics’ latest Ultra phone series has a "Zoomable SMS’’ function. Users can easily adjust the font sizes while sending or reading the messages.

"The idea was to help people to read the messages better in a dark area by zooming in, and to prevent others from peeking by zooming out,’’ said a Samsung spokesperson.

emily | 9:37 AM | Technology |
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