Show HN: macOS app to help you blink more (github.com)

4 points by Remy42 1y ago ↗ HN

A macOS menu bar app that helps reduce eye strain by fading your screen when you stare at it for too long without blinking. Perfect for long HN sessions!

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chewz 1y ago ↗

Wow, exactly what I need.

I would suggest adding also configurable time breaks, like every xx minutes for yy seconds.

Remy42 1y ago ↗

this is a great idea! thanks for the feedback. hope this app is helpful :)

jovezhong 1y ago ↗

I was wondering how to figure out "when you stare at it for too long", then saw "Uses Mac's built-in front facing camera".. Err, I am not sure whether I want to keep camera on for this..

Remy42 1y ago ↗

It uses a noticeable amount of resources/energy. I mainly use it for text-heavy tasks like reading research papers.