There are a lot of companies making really cool products with really cool lenses. But no matter which technology you choose, one fact remains the same: having sunglasses that block 100% of UV outdoors is extremely important. Please wear something — your eyes will thank you later!
Outdoor Displays vs. Indoor Screens
To understand Screen VU, you first need to understand how outdoor displays work.
Think about the difference between your TV and your fish finder or live scope screen. If sunlight pours in through your living room window, your TV becomes impossible to see. Yet outside, in bright sun, your marine electronics still stay visible.
Why? It comes down to screen technology.
- Indoor monitors: 250–450 nits
- Sunlight-readable displays: 1,000+ nits
This increase in brightness helps, but without transflective technology, your outdoor screen would still wash out in sunlight.
What Is Transflective Technology?
Transflective technology allows a display to harness ambient light and use it to enhance brightness. Instead of only blasting out more light, it reflects sunlight back through the screen, adjusting brightness according to conditions.
In simple terms: the sunnier it gets, the better your screen adapts.
How RLVNT Chameleon Lenses Compare
The RLVNT Chameleon lens works on a similar principle.
- In low sunlight: the lens lets more light through.
- As sunlight increases: the lens absorbs more light.
The result? Your vision stays consistent even as lighting conditions change — almost like the transflective tech built into your screen.
This means you can see clearly in both overcast conditions and bright sun, giving you the best visual advantage on the water.
The Polarization Question
A common myth is that polarized sunglasses make it impossible to see screens. While it’s true that polarization blocks certain light reflections (like glare off water), RLVNT developed polarized lenses that align with most manufacturers’ polarized screens.
This means you can still see your fish finder, GPS, or live scope clearly — without sacrificing polarization benefits.
Try this test with any polarized lens:
- Hold your glasses at arm’s length toward a TV or computer monitor.
- Rotate them 180°.
- The screen will turn black.
That’s polarization in action. Here’s a deeper dive on the physics behind it →
Real-World Solutions
At RLVNT, our goal is to solve real-world problems with advanced lens technology. Just like transflective displays made screens usable outdoors, Screen VU is designed to give you clarity where others fall short.
Our strength is in our science — and we believe that edge will help you on your next adventure.
