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iPhone Straining Your Eyes? This Feature Could Help
- A new iPhone feature named Screen Distance warns users when the device is held too close and blocks the screen until distance is increased.
- Screen Distance is found in Settings under Screen Time and is designed to reduce eyestrain and possibly lower myopia risk, per Apple.
- The feature explains how it works through two introductory screens, then turns on automatically after setup.
- If the user dislikes warnings, Screen Distance can be turned off via Settings > Screen Time > Screen Distance toggle.
- The article notes the feature may reduce eyestrain and the risk of nearsightedness, according to Cedars-Sinai.
- The feature blocks the screen after a few minutes of close viewing and requires moving the iPhone away and tapping Continue to resume use.
- The article includes related iOS tips and references to iOS 26 updates for additional guidance.
- The piece attributes the information to Zachary McAuliffe, a CNET staff writer, with a note on his background.
- The article uses a practical demo of the feature by describing the on-screen prompt “iPhone May Be Too Close.”
- The feature is described as potentially lowering the risk of nearsightedness when used as intended.
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