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Forbes
01-07-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Game On: Designing Monitors For Gamers' Performance And Well-Being
George Toh, Vice President & GM - Visual Business, Lenovo Intelligent Devices Group. As screen time trends upward, averaging seven hours daily for Americans, the gaming community—61% of the population—faces a unique conundrum: how to continue immersing in their favorite games and enjoy the benefits of gaming while decreasing the impact of too much screen time. This question also affects monitor designers and manufacturers, who consistently ask, "How can monitors help enhance gaming performance but also support users' eye health and well-being?" The Benefits Of Gaming Beyond entertainment, gaming offers benefits for people's cognitive, mental and emotional well-being. Recent studies highlight gaming as a powerful tool for stress relief, anxiety management and fostering social connections, particularly for younger generations who thrive in online environments. As technology has evolved, so has the nature of social interactions. In fact, a Deloitte survey reveals that 40% of Gen-Z and millennials socialize more in video games than in real life, with 50% viewing online interactions as 'meaningful replacements' to face-to-face interactions. Gaming has become a hub for communication and can even serve as a source of emotional support. The global Power of Play report emphasizes the increasing popularity of gaming and its tangible benefits on mental health and well-being. Globally, 63% of players use video games to feel happier, and 71% say gaming reduces stress. Gaming has also evolved into a supportive tool for navigating difficulties. In fact, more than half of the global players surveyed (52%) credit video games with helping through challenging periods, a sentiment echoed by 59% of U.S. gamers. Video games are increasingly recognized for boosting cognitive development. A 2022 study found that those who played video games for 21 hours a week demonstrated better cognitive and memory-related performance than non-gamer peers. Earlier research from 2013 also highlighted video games' ability to enhance problem-solving skills, suggesting video games are more beneficial to cognitive development than previously thought. Addressing Screen-Time Challenges With Thoughtful Design While the benefits of gaming on mental health and cognitive development are increasingly recognized, it's equally important to address the impact of extensive screen time on physical well-being. According to the Vision Center, prolonged screen use can significantly increase the risk of eye strain in adults, with symptoms such as dryness, irritation, blurred vision and headaches. That statistic is even more worrisome since the average global internet user spends 6 hours and 40 minutes online daily, according to Exploding Topics. The blue light emitted by screens is often implicated in disrupting sleep patterns and contributing to discomfort, particularly in low-light environments, but extended screen use can have even bigger impacts. For instance, a study found that six or more hours of screen time can lead to an increased risk of depression, and another study found that limiting social media to 30 minutes a day can significantly boost one's well-being. For monitor designers, it's crucial to create displays that elevate the benefits of gaming while managing the risks of excessive screen time. Studies have shown that the 20-20-20 rule, which states, "For every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and focus your eyes on something at least 20 feet away," can help alleviate eye strain symptoms. Other research suggests that incorporating physical exercise to break long screen sessions can be beneficial with extended screen time. By defining healthy screen habits and embracing new visual technologies designed with the user in mind, we can empower individuals to leverage gaming's advantages while maintaining overall health and well-being. How Innovative Visual Technologies Can Promote Better Wellness Outcomes Developing monitors that meet the needs of modern gamers requires a shift from focusing solely on specs like resolution and refresh rates to addressing wellness. Monitor features can play a vital role in reducing eye strain and improving overall comfort. Monitors that meet the Eyesafe Display Standard—an industry-leading benchmark approved by eyecare physicians around the world for low blue light safety in digital displays—are invaluable. These features help reduce eye strain and support better sleep, empowering gamers to spend more time in front of their screens without discomfort. Today's monitors must also be designed with ergonomics in mind, offering customizable features that adapt to the individual user's needs. Even slight changes to viewing angles can have significant long-term health benefits. Options such as height, tilt, swivel and pivot can help create an optimal personalized gaming setup for each gamer, avoiding discomfort even after intense gaming sessions. Additionally, features like dynamic brightness adjustment and anti-glare coatings optimize visual comfort, reducing headaches and distractions during extended sessions. In Conclusion Gaming is no longer just a hobby; it's a lifestyle and a community with important psychological benefits. The gaming monitor of today and of the future must do more than deliver stunning visuals and rapid refresh rates. It must empower gamers to perform at their peak while safeguarding their long-term health. By designing products with gamers' physical and cognitive needs in mind, the future of gaming can evolve to better foster both performance and well-being. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs and technology executives. Do I qualify?
Techday NZ
23-04-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Lenovo unveils new ThinkPads for AI-powered hybrid working
Lenovo has announced a refreshed lineup of ThinkPad devices aimed at meeting the needs of professionals working in AI-powered and hybrid environments. The new portfolio includes the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 AMD and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 AMD mobile workstations, as well as updated ThinkPad L Series business laptops and expanded ThinkPad X1 Aura Editions. Lenovo has focused on integrating features to support advanced workloads, sustainability targets, and flexible work models across the range. "Lenovo is defining the new era of AI computing for professionals with advanced workstation solutions that empower the workflows for people that design and build amazing things. With exceptional performance in a mobile form factor for compute-heavy, AI-driven applications, the newest ThinkPad P series workstations accelerate innovation and productivity," Rob Herman, Vice President, Worldwide Workstation and Client AI Business at Lenovo, said. "The latest ThinkPad L series portfolio reflects how we design for the real needs of business users — from creative professionals and knowledge workers to remote teams and large enterprises. Whether you need mobile workstation power or scalable productivity, Lenovo is delivering the flexibility and intelligence required to thrive in the AI era," Tom Butler, Vice President, Commercial Portfolio and Product Management, Lenovo Intelligent Devices Group, added. The ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 AMD is described as the thinnest and lightest mobile workstation in Lenovo's portfolio, weighing 1.39kg with a thickness of 16.13mm. Meanwhile, the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 AMD offers increased portability and performance, targeting professionals dealing with complex workloads while on the move. Both are powered by AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series processors—up to the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370, which can reach 5.1GHz and has 12 cores—delivering up to 50 NPU TOPS to accelerate AI-optimised workflows and multitasking. The AMD RDNATM 3.5 graphics architecture supports these devices, offers up to 96GB of memory, and is designed for high-performance tasks, such as CAD and BIM workloads. Furthermore, battery life and flexibility are emphasised, with a unified memory architecture enabling up to 75% of memory to be allocated to the GPU when needed. Both workstations are certified by ISVs for key industry applications. Lenovo cites up to 82 TOPS of heterogeneous AI processing power, enabling features such as AI assistants to streamline everyday professional tasks. Lenovo has also refreshed its ThinkPad L Series, including the ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and ThinkPad L16 Gen 2. These business laptops continue to deliver configurability, reliability, and scalability, now offering options with the latest Intel Core Ultra 200U and 200H processors and AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series mobile processors, depending on configuration. The ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and L16 Gen 2 can be configured with up to 64GB of memory and up to 2TB of SSD storage. Smaller models, including the ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 and L13 2-in-1 Gen 6, support up to 32GB of memory and up to 1TB of SSD storage. The L Series now offers improved display options, with brighter panels for enhanced visibility. The updated ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 and L13 2-in-1 Gen 6 feature a redesigned chassis, offering a smaller footprint and a higher screen-to-body ratio, as well as new collaboration features, including a 5mp+ir camera and an optional world-facing camera on the 2-in-1 variant. Both models use 50% recycled aluminium in the top cover and are packaged in materials with 90% recycled and/or FSC-certified content. Across the latest portfolio, Lenovo has introduced enhancements to support user accessibility and ease of management. Features include enhanced collaboration, such as Dolby Atmos audio with Elevoc noise suppression. There are also expanded connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 7 and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports. Additionally, more customer-replaceable units are available for components like batteries and keyboards. Improved security is provided via ThinkShield, featuring BIOS-level protections, secure wipe, and integrated privacy controls. Built-in software tools, such as Lenovo Commercial Vantage and Lenovo View, also assist with device management and offer AI-powered video features. Lenovo is also adding more configuration choices to its premium ThinkPad X1 range. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition will now be available with the latest Intel Core Ultra 200U and 200H processors and Intel vPro, offering performance, manageability, and collaboration tools focused on business professionals. These devices continue the "Aura Edition" experience, providing enhancements in design and user experience for professionals seeking premium mobility. The new ThinkPad devices will be available in EMEA with the following expected starting prices (excluding VAT): ThinkPad P14s AMD Gen 6 at EUR €1379, ThinkPad P16s AMD Gen 4 at EUR €1419, Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 at EUR €1069, Lenovo ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 6 at EUR €1199, Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and L16 Gen 2 at EUR €1099, ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition at EUR €1679, and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition at EUR €1879.
