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Using an infrared light to improve your productivity sounds bizarre - so I put that claim to the test

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Why This Matters

The Sunbooster SLS2000 aims to simulate sunlight indoors using infrared light, potentially offering mood enhancement and combating winter-related drowsiness. However, the lack of strong medical evidence and concerns over safety and cost highlight the need for cautious adoption in the tech industry and among consumers. This product exemplifies the growing trend of indoor health tech solutions, though its actual benefits remain uncertain.

Key Takeaways

Sunbooster SLS2000 2.5 / 5 Fair pros and cons Pros Easy to set up and use

Potential sunlight boost for anyone stuck inside during winter Cons Expensive

Potential health risks

Lack of supporting medical evidence View now at Sunbooster

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Have you been outside today? Whether it's in the office or at home, chances are you've spent most of your time indoors. In fact, we spend 90% of our time inside, according to the EPA.

Now, a new slate of products is available to combat our growing homebody tendencies. Why step outside when you can buy something that mimics the outdoors indoors? This latest product is a $265 device that attaches to your laptop to bathe you in infrared throughout the day.

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SunLED, the company behind the infrared light device, known as the Sunbooster SLS2000, unveiled its product earlier this year at CES. Built for desk-based workers and those living in places with long winters, the device conveniently mimics the sun's rays (minus the actual light).

The Sunbooster emits this near-infrared (NIR) light through three LEDs. It has a motion sensor to calibrate the right distance before administering the light, as near-infrared light can be harmful if it's too close. After a session, which can last between two and four hours, the device will show weekly progress and NIR light intake.

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