Tablet Suspension System Avoids Fatigue at Bedtime
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Summary
A maker has devised a way to avoid neck strain while using a tablet in bed by creating an iPad suspension system that uses a motor to raise and lower the device with voice command.
The device is fixed to the ceiling and holds the iPad on three cords, with a light sensor paired with marks on the cords to calibrate the height.
The ESP32 chip uses a motor to allow the iPad to be moved out of the way when not in use and over the bed when it is.
Commands can be given through Alexa, which can also be used to control lighting and other elements in the bedroom.
Some commentators have dismissed the idea, claiming screen use before bed can hinder sleep and relationships.
