Samsung: 3D TV Can Make You Sick
TVPredictions.com
Washington, D.C. (April 14, 2010) -- Samsung has posted a warning on its Australian web site that watching 3D HDTV could be harmful to young children, pregnant women, the elderly and others, even the drunk.
The company apparently is reacting to reports that watching the reality-alerting images has left some people with headaches and a feeling of dizziness.
Samsung, which last month launched two 3D HDTV models in the U.S., says in the warning that "children and teenagers may be more susceptible to health issues associated with viewing in 3D and should be closely supervised when viewing these images."
But the notice adds that some viewers can experience an epileptic seizure or stroke when exposed to certain flashing images found in TV pictures.
Additionally, the company says, "pregnant women, the elderly, sufferers of serious medical conditions, those who are sleep deprived or under the influence of alcohol should avoid utilising the unit’s 3D functionality."
Samsung even counsels against wearing 3D goggles for an extended period of time.
"Watching TV while wearing 3D glasses for an extended period of time may cause a headache or fatigue. If you experience a headache, fatigue or dizziness, stop viewing TV and rest," the company warns.
It's unclear why Samsung has posted the health warning at its Australian site, but not on its U.S. site.