A powerful on-the-go solution for low vision due to macular degeneration and other forms of vision loss When traditional magnifying glasses are no longer enough, the OPAL is the answer. The OPAL is the world's smallest, most feature-packed portable video magnifier - unobtrusive and not embarrassing to use like a standard magnifying glass or head-worn magnifiers. When your friends see your OPAL, they will want one, too! The OPAL goes anywhere you can.Take it shopping to examine prices, labels, and small details.Take the OPAL to the bus stop to read the schedule, and never get on the wrong bus again! Take it to the library, the pharmacy, restaurants, and banks. Even prop up the built-in writing stand to write checks. Technology makes the OPAL powerful, magnifying from 4.5x to a mighty 9x. Freedom Scientific makes it easy. The OPAL is designed for people with absolutely no technical experience. Simply lay it flat on your reading, and slide the lever to increase magnification until words are crystal clear. You'll quickly become familiar with the OPAL and will be experimenting with different colors of type and background to suit your best vision.