Laser Pointer

There was a time when owning a laser pointer was nearly impossible. Just the thought that you could walk into a store and walk out with a laser pointer seemed far-fetched.  Decades later, it’s a reality. Even kids can own a laser of any type. Laser pointers are now available and built for several functions, …

A laser pointer is commonly used in educational or business presentations to enhance verbal guidance.  It is also helpful in scientific research in various fields, including chemistry, medicine, photonics, and physics A handheld laser pointer is often included in emergency bags or kits reserved for calamities, and it can replace a flashlight in certain situations. …

Laser pointers are increasingly becoming a social issue, with many reports being made of eye injuries due to exposure to laser pointers.  The human eye is extremely sensitive to radiation. Any exposure to laser light can cause severe eye damage that can be costly to treat. For this reason, presenters are apprehensive of using laser …

Laser pointers are used for various purposes, from highlighting important information when giving presentations to playing with your pets. However, one of the most useful and common purposes of laser pointers is in construction. Those working in construction can use these convenient devices for measuring large distances, inspecting sites, and communicating with others non-verbally. Construction …

A laser pointer is a pretty convenient illustration tool during presentations. It minimizes the number of visual queues you need to include in your presentation. It also helps draw your audience’s attention to important points in the slide, making the presentation fun and interactive.  If you cannot use the regular laser pointer for one reason …

Who hasn’t, at one point or another, had a laser pointer?  Some people use it in their office, especially if they regularly do presentations. Using a laser pointer to call your audience’s attention to a specific part of your slide is one of the best presentation techniques to use when you want to emphasize a …

If you wanted to take your laser pointer apart, where would you even start? Start right here. Laser pointers are small, simple devices. If it stops working, you may have dropped it carelessly and knocked a component loose.  To access its internal components and fix it, you have to take the laser pointer apart. The …

Those who work only with Apple products know how helpful Keynote is for making design-savvy and amazing presentations. However, have you ever found yourself wondering if Keynote has a laser pointer to aid you while you’re presenting? Yes, Keynote has a laser pointer that you can use during presentations, and it is simple to access. …

You have likely used Zoom so many times for school or work meetings that you might think you know all there is to the conference call software. However, how many times have you presented and missed having a little laser pointer? Have you ever wished there was a laser pointer in Zoom? Well, your wish …

How have your presentations fared during the virtual meetings during the pandemic? We understand the trouble you’ve been having with them because presenting without being able to point the audience towards key points is difficult.  You can use laser pointers in Google Meet, but there’s a trick to it. The process requires a little creativity …

It’s likely that you got a laser pointer for entertainment and are considering disposing of it since you have had your fill. However, have you thought about how you will do it? If you didn’t already know, you can’t dispose of laser pointers by throwing them in the bin as that’s dangerous. You’ll need a …

In its simplest form, a car alarm is a collection of sensors connected to a siren. A simple alarm may have a switch on the driver’s door. If someone opened or attempted to open the door, the siren would start wailing. In the same way, there can be several sensors and security features installed in …

There’s a lot of information about laser pointers out there, but we typically don’t have the time to go through it all.  It’s easier to assume that a red laser works well for everything. And that the only use for a laser pointer is when you have a business presentation scheduled.  Truth is, you can …

Laser pointers are not allowed in schools because they can cause eye injuries and, in worse case scenarios, blindness. Damage from lasers may not be detectable immediately, even in cases of long-term damage.  In this article, we will look closely at the reasons behind laser pointers not being allowed in schools or colleges.  Are Laser …

Laser pointers have become a go-to tool for presentations and reports done in both academic and corporate settings. However, as manufacturers make this equipment more readily available to users, the risk of deliberate or accidental misuse also increases.  Most laser pointers are equipped with a Class 2 laser, which emits visible light limited to a …

If you’re a teacher, a business professional, or someone using Notability for presentations, a laser pointer may make your job easier. Laser pointers are a makeshift remote control for your Notability presentations. They let you control the screen from a distance while you’re presenting/speaking. Ginger Labs (creator of the Notability application) understood this as they …

There are many laws restricting and regulating the use of laser pointers. When talking about laser pointers, a common question that comes to mind is, can a laser pointer take down a plane? This guide will explore the answer to this question and provide a deeper understanding of why laser pointers and the force of …

While chirping birds can be pleasant when you are enjoying your coffee in the morning before starting your day, it can get slightly annoying when a bunch of birds are having a singing competition right outside your window at dawn or when you are trying to concentrate on work. Various tactics are used to scare …

If you’ve ever used a laser pointer with your dog, stop doing it right away. Unfortunately, using a laser pointer leads to our dogs developing OCD. And taking a page from us humans, living with OCD is a struggle.  And as pet parents, we don’t want our dogs to feel the same way.  So what …

Generally, low intensity, everyday-use laser pointers cannot cause cancer or any skin diseases, as the concentrated light acts like normal red light would. However, there is always the risk of eye injury from improper use of laser pointers.  Let’s examine whether laser pointers carry the risk of cancer in detail.  Can A Laser Pointer Cause …