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Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of
all important information stored in your device.
Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when
exposed to flashing lights, or when playing video games. These
seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had
a previous seizure or blackout. If you have experienced
seizures or blackouts, or if you have a family history of such
occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing video
games on your device or enabling a flashing-lights feature on
your device.
Parents should monitor their children’s use of video games or
other features that incorporate flashing lights on the device.
All persons should discontinue use and consult a doctor if any
of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or muscle
twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or
disorientation. To limit the likelihood of such symptoms, please
take the following safety precautions:
- Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or
need sleep.
- Take a minimum of a 15-minute break hourly.
- Play in a room in which all lights are on.
- Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen.
- If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while
playing, stop and rest for several hours before playing again.
- If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or
after playing, stop the game and see a doctor.
When you play games on your device, you may experience
occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck,
or other parts of your body. Follow the instructions to avoid
problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other
musculoskeletal disorders.
