The Berkeley glasses are the most recent addition to the Autumn range from GUNNAR. I’ve recently looked at the RIOT glasses in a wonderful cobalt blue. However, today, I’m looking at a warmer finish thanks to the Cranberry colourway. The rounded frames offer a classic design with a professional edge. Yet the rich red colour adds a cheeky layer that shows you have fire in your belly, and you mean business.
This entry-level option is part of GUNNAR’s Signature range. This doesn’t mean that they’ve cut corners; instead, they’ve removed some of the accessories to keep the cost down. This is a great option if you are new to blue light glasses and you don’t wish to shell out large sums of money.
GUNNAR is a market leader when it comes to blue light protection. They offer patented technology to improve your eye health. Moreover, their products look incredible, and they are built to last!
What’s in the box of the Berkeley glasses?
- The packaging is simple but pleasant to look at. Moreover, it can be recycled.
- The Berkeley glasses come in several colours. The Cranberry finish is new for Autumn, and it looks amazing!
- A soft microfibre pouch keeps the glasses safe.
Technical aspects.
GUNNAR offers the best eye protection for office workers, gamers, and people who stare at a phone all day. Blue light is a real pain, and people don’t realise the negative impact it has on their eyes and their overall health. A lack of productivity, fatigue, interrupted sleep patterns, headaches, dry and itchy eyes, and a reduction in reaction speed are just some of the symptoms. Luckily, the Berkeley glasses help to reduce many, if not all, of these issues.
The 65% blue light and 100% UV light protection is the ideal option if you can cope with yellow-tinted lenses. Alternatively, you can go for 35% blue light protection if you need better colour clarity. Either way, your eyes will thank you. I appreciate the yellow tint as it reduces the harsh black-on-white colours of emails and Word documents. Moreover, whenever you have to sit close to a screen, it reduces that unwanted glare. The result is increased productivity as you can stay in front of your screen for longer.
If you have to wear +/-5 prescription lenses, you can organise this at the checkout. I’m not a streamer, but if I were, I wouldn’t want glare and reflections to put my audience off. Thankfully, the G-Shield protection offers anti-reflective benefits to improve your streaming. This is ideal as it is a win-win for everyone involved.
Build quality.
The durable nylon frame is surprisingly lightweight. Moreover, the rounded frame is comfortable, and the hinges have some flex to prevent temple pressure. This is ideal whenever you match it with a pair of Turtle Beach headphones. The glasses certification helps to prevent pressure and headaches when you combine both gaming accessories.
The durable multi-barrel hinges are designed to withstand roughhousing while offering extreme comfort. This is ideal if you have a bit of a temper and your accessories go flying. Although the Berkeley glasses are not indestructible, they will resist some mishandling when you throw them on your desk in a rage.
The Signature range drops some of the nice-to-haves. Accordingly, there is no cleaning cloth or hard case. This may disappoint some people, but the slight reduction in accessories is balanced by the affordable price point. Therefore, it is a cut I was willing to accept.
Are the Berkeley glasses worth it?
If you like a vibrant pair of glasses that deliver a professional edge and durable build quality, then the Berkeley glasses are perfect. Not only do they look and feel great, but they are built to last, and they will improve your work and gaming life. Accordingly, they are great, and I recommend buying them here!
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(Full disclosure! A sample was provided for an unbiased and free review!)
