OPPO Pad SE | Sharp Rise in Childhood Myopia in India Tied to Excessive Screen Time, Say Experts
– Nearly 50% of Indian children may face myopia by 2050 if screen usage trends continue. – Common issues: digital eye strain, disturbed sleep, behavioural changes. – Over 50% of kids under 5 with prolonged screen exposure show fatigue, headaches, and mood issues.
– Myopia in urban Indian children (5–15 years) rose from 4% in 1999 to 21% in 2019. – 81% of children under 10 use screens daily, mostly for cartoons during meals. – Experts urge limiting screen time, following the 20-20-20 rule, and using blue light filters.
– OPPO Pad SE features: TÜV Rheinland-certified low blue light, flicker-free display, Kids Mode, adaptive eye protection. – Designed to reduce visual strain and promote healthier screen use. – Focus: safer, more responsible technology for young users.