Magnifiers for the phone: characteristics and selection rules

Modern technologies have become part of our life. They make it easier, more convenient, and more interesting. Mobile phones, which were not so long ago were a curiosity, have become not only a means of making calls and sending text messages, they have practically replaced tablets, laptops and computers. The presence of mobile Internet and Wi-Fi made it possible to be in touch all the time and watch a variety of videos and even films through a smartphone. And to make viewing comfortable and complete, they came up with special magnifiers that significantly increase the image. To choose the right accessory, you need to know its main characteristics and features.

The appearance and size of a mobile phone changes every year, the body becomes thinner, and the diagonal is larger, but all the same, the text and image are quite small, and with constant use they cause vision problems, especially for children and adolescents. To help the eyes see the picture more fully, especially when viewing video content, manufacturers have developed a 3D magnifying glass. This accessory has a rather compact design, but allows you to triple the image on the screen.

A magnifier for a phone is, on the one hand, a stand on which the device is installed, and on the other, a lens that creates the effect of a TV. The screen magnifier is convenient for children who often ask to turn on a cartoon on their phone, come in handy on the road and travel, when there is a lot of free time and want to spend it with a pleasant activity.

The magnifying glass is manufactured made of durable plastic that will not break if accidentally dropped, therefore, even children can use it, but there are also glass options. The mobile phone is installed in a special holder, which makes it possible to place the device in a static position and enjoy viewing. A significant advantage of such a magnifying glass is the ability to expose it at the desired angle and at the optimal distance from the device. Each manufacturer has its own characteristics of this accessory, because it is important to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each sample and choose the best one for yourself.

A magnifier for mobile phones appeared not so long ago, therefore there are not many varieties of this accessory on sale, and they differ in the material or shape of the product. Several types can be distinguished.

• Magnifier for mobile, plasticwith a small phone holder and a front panel with a magnifying lens. The distance of the magnifying glass is adjusted by sliding it over the plastic support.
• Magnifier for phone made of chipboard and PMMA, looks like a notebook or a book with opening flaps. One part serves as a support for the phone, in the other you can install a magnifying glass and use it as a screen.
• Plastic magnifier, having the form of a volumetric box, which, if necessary, can be extended to a certain distance. There is a niche in the back of this product where the phone is installed. When unfolded, the magnifier looks like a small surround TV.
• Plastic phone screen magnifier, presented in the form of a book, one part of which serves as a screen, the other as a cover that protects the phone while viewing, which allows you to increase the quality of the picture.In the middle of the enlarger there is a holder for a phone, which when folded is placed inside the accessory, and, if necessary, unfolds.

To buy a good magnifier for your mobile phone, you should evaluate this accessory from different angles, drawing attention to a number of factors.

• Compatible with the phone brand and its operating system... Modern products are created in such a way that they are universal, and everyone who has a smartphone can use them. But there are limited editions designed for specific brands of phones, so you should pay attention to this.
• Material - in order for the magnifier to serve as long as possible, it is worth choosing those options that are made of dense plastic, wood, acrylic. Considerable attention should be paid to the screen, which can be plastic or glass. Glass can be purchased for an adult user, while a child should use the plastic option. When purchasing a magnifier, it is important to check the integrity of the screen, the absence of cracks, scratches and distortions on it, which will spoil the viewing.
• Product size - The mobile phone screen magnifier can be 7, 8 and 12 inches. The choice of size is determined by the purpose or personal preference. The larger the diagonal, the higher the price will be.
• Colour - the magnifier for the phone can be made in different colors. If the material of the case is plastic, then it is often a black or white version, for wooden products there can be any color palette.

Depending on the type of magnifier the installation location of the phone may vary. Pay particular attention to the surface where the phone should be placed. If the material is slippery, then when the entire structure is moved, the mobile may fall. The rubberized surface in the area where the phone is installed is considered optimal.

The process of using a magnifier for your phone is not difficult, even a child can handle it. Unlike modern gadgets that need to be charged every now and then, the screen magnifier does not need this. The diagram of using a magnifying glass looks like this:

1. remove the magnifier from the box, where it is recommended to store it, outside of use, so that the lens does not deteriorate;
2. collect accessory, the principle of assembling products may differ depending on the model and manufacturer;
3. raise the lens and expose it at the optimum distance from the phone holder;
4. prepare a place for the mobile and install it, by pre-selecting a movie, cartoon or by opening the application that will be used;
5. set the optimal tilt angle and distance, so that the image is as clear and pleasing to the eye as possible, and this completes the adjustment process.

A magnifier for enlarging the screen will help pass the time if you have only a phone with you, will give you the opportunity to keep your child busy on the road, and will allow you to stop transporting your tablet or laptop while traveling, using only your phone and a magnifying glass for him.

The following video provides an overview of the phone magnifier.