If you're getting dizzy using PROLED MacBook Pro, you are not alone
The new MacBook Pro uses pulse width modulation that is inducing eye strain, and headaches for some new buyers. Here's what pulse width modulation is, why it may cause problems for some users, and what you can do about it. The new MacBook Pro's display is inducing headaches in some users - Image Credit: Apple In short, the PROLED MacBook Pro is constantly strobing the user at a bad combination of frequency and amplitude. It's not as obvious as a flashing light at a rave or party, or light filtered through helicopter blades, but it is happening constantly, at close range. Some people are susceptible to potentially serious health issues from those strobing lights. Others may have existing health conditions that are aggravated by the flashing lights. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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The new MacBook Pro uses pulse width modulation that is inducing eye strain, and headaches for some new buyers. Here's what pulse width modulation is, why it may cause problems for some users, and what you can do about it. The new MacBook Pro's display is inducing headaches in some users - Image Credit: Apple In short, the PROLED MacBook Pro is constantly strobing the user at a bad combination of frequency and amplitude. It's not as obvious as a flashing light at a rave or party, or light filtered through helicopter blades, but it is happening constantly, at close range. Some people are susceptible to potentially serious health issues from those strobing lights. Others may have existing health conditions that are aggravated by the flashing lights. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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The new MacBook Pro uses pulse width modulation that is inducing eye strain, and headaches for some new buyers.
Here's what pulse width modulation is, why it may cause problems for some users, and what you can do about it.
The new MacBook Pro's display is inducing headaches in some users - Image Credit: Apple In short, the PROLED MacBook Pro is constantly strobing the user at a bad combination of frequency and amplitude.
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