Eyeclops Night Vision Goggles
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If you want night vision without paying the price of real night vision goggles such as those used in the military, Eyeclops night vision goggles may be right up your alley. Sometimes they're advertised as toys, but who cares? They do what they're supposed to—really. Eyeclops is a company known for making educational, technology-based toys for kids and they didn't go wrong with these goggles. People of all ages enjoy them.
What Eyeclops Night Vision Goggles Are
Night vision goggles from Eyeclops allow you to see up to fifty feet in the dark with real infrared technology. Despite the fact that they're often shown as toys, these goggles are the real deal. They don't have a flashlight attached to the top and they really do work. So no one may be able to see you while you have them on, but you will be able to see them—in the dark.
They're designed for people over the age of seven. They're meant for simple navigational tasks in the dark, like sneaking off to the kitchen for a midnight snack without waking anyone or stubbing your toe. Don't try anything too complex since the night vision is monocular (right eye). Your vision, of course, won't be perfect because both eyes won't be engaged. You also won't be able to see in color, but if you're familiar with most night vision goggles, that is to be expected—you'll have a mix of black and white views and green ones.
Want a closer look at something? You're in luck. Focus on something and use an Eyeclops microscope at the top to get a more detailed view.
These goggles work with five AA batteries and come with an adjustable head strap so that they'll fit most people. In addition, if you wear glasses with small frames, there is a good chance you can wear them under the goggles.
There are two levels to choose from, each offering a different amount of vision in exchange for different amounts of power. On partial power, you'll be in stealth mode and be able to see up close. With full power utilized, you'll be in surveillance mode that allows you to see up to fifty feet ahead of you. There is a small, barely visible red light that shows up when working with this mode.
You can expect to pay between $80.00 and $90.00, hundreds less than real night vision goggles. If you just want them for very casual use (the occasional camping trip, for example) or you're buying them for a child, this is a no-brainer purchase. Skip the more expensive goggles for now.
Find Yours
Not only are Eyeclops night vision goggles easy to purchase due to their negligible cost compared to other night vision goggles, but they're easy to find, too.
- Think Geek has them and they make it hard for you to forget the batteries. In the section where you select a quantity and add your goggles to the cart, you can choose to add two packs of four AA batteries while you're at it.
- Walmart also carries them, so if you need them as a last minute gift, you may be able to find them in your local store. That takes the guesswork out of how long shipping will take as well as shaving a bit off of the price. You can also read reviews there if you're unsure about whether you or the gift recipient will be satisfied with the goggles.
- Amazon also has them in their Toys & Games section. This is another site where you can read extensive reviews to decide if the product is right for you or the potential recipient.
- Eyeclops, of course, shows off these goggles and many other fun toys for kids. You can watch the video commercial and read the instructions. While you can't purchase them straight from the site, you can find out more about the goggles and other toys, then click on "Where to Buy" link for more information.
What Others Are Saying
Overall, most of the people who have worn Eyeclops night vision goggles are floored by how well they do work. However, there are some things to keep in mind:
- There are several small parts that are choking hazards for small children
- You get a very narrow field of vision because they are monocular
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