For professionals and gamers battling eye strain during marathon screen sessions, BenQ has unveiled a game-changer: the ScreenBar Halo 2. This monitor-mounted smart lamp promises "zero glare" illumination, transforming desk setups into visually sustainable workspaces. Designed to combat digital eye fatigue, the device targets the modern user who logs 8+ hours daily in front of screens.
How It Works
The Halo 2 clips effortlessly onto monitors (compatible with 1–5 cm bezels), projecting light away from the screen while bathing keyboards and desktops in shadow-free, 95 CRI (Color Rendering Index) brightness. Its asymmetrical optical design eliminates screen glare—a common culprit behind headaches and dry eyes. Users adjust color temperature (2700K–6500K) and brightness via a wireless dial or app, syncing lighting to circadian rhythms for late-night focus or daytime alertness.
Key Upgrades
Building on its predecessor, the Halo 2 introduces:
- Triple-Layer Light Diffusion: 30% wider coverage than Gen 1.
- Backlight Mode: Ambient rear glow reduces contrast between bright screens and dark rooms.
- Auto-Dimming: Built-in sensors adapt to ambient light in real time.
- USB-C Power: Simplified cable management.
Early adopters praise its "set-and-forget" convenience. "It’s like having sunrise on your desk—no more squinting at 2 AM," notes a beta tester.
Why Eye Health Matters
With studies linking prolonged screen exposure to digital eye strain (headaches, blurred vision), BenQ’s timing is strategic. Ophthalmologists endorse task lighting that avoids direct screen reflection, a niche the Halo 2 dominates.
See It in Action
Curious about the tech? BenQ’s Japanese Smart Lighting YouTube channel breaks down the innovation:
👉 Watch the Halo 2 Demo
Pricing & Availability
Priced at ¥24,800 (~$160 USD), the Halo 2 is now available:
- Official specs: BenQ Japan Product Page
- Global purchases: Amazon US | Amazon Japan
As remote work cements its place, BenQ bets that healthier lighting isn’t a luxury—it’s a productivity essential. The Halo 2 ships globally this month.
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