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Health & Safety Warning

Last Updated: January 25, 2025

Important Health and Safety Information​

Please read these health and safety warnings before using vrOS (Virtual Reality Operating System). These warnings are designed to ensure safe use of our VR software and compliance with general VR safety guidelines.

General Precautions​

Consult Your Physician​

  • Before using VR: Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, elderly, have pre-existing binocular vision abnormalities or psychiatric disorders, suffer from a heart condition or other serious medical condition.
  • Seizure Warning: Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have severe dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns while using VR, even if they have never had a seizure or blackout before.

Age Restrictions​

  • vrOS is not recommended for children under the age of 13
  • Adults should monitor children (age 13 and older) during and after use for any of the symptoms described below
  • Prolonged use should be avoided, as this could negatively impact hand-eye coordination, balance, and multi-tasking ability

Safe Environment​

Clear Your Play Space​

Before using vrOS:

  • Ensure your play area is clear of furniture, objects, stairs, balconies, windows, walls, and other hazards
  • Remember that while in VR, you may not be aware of your surroundings
  • vrOS boundary systems can help, but are not foolproof
  • Never use VR outdoors or near roads, water, or other dangerous areas

Stay Seated When Possible​

  • vrOS is designed to work excellently while seated
  • Many productivity features are optimized for seated use
  • Standing use increases risk of loss of balance and falls

Health Warnings​

Motion Sickness​

Virtual Reality can cause motion sickness in some users. Symptoms include:

  • Nausea
  • Discomfort
  • Disorientation
  • Headache
  • Fatigue

If you experience any discomfort:

  1. Stop using vrOS immediately
  2. Remove your headset
  3. Rest until symptoms subside
  4. Do not drive or operate machinery until fully recovered

Eye Strain and Fatigue​

Extended use may cause:

  • Eye strain
  • Eye fatigue
  • Eye discomfort
  • Blurred vision

Prevention:

  • Take a 10-15 minute break every 30 minutes
  • vrOS includes built-in break reminders (enable in Settings)
  • Adjust headset IPD (interpupillary distance) settings
  • Ensure proper headset fit

Repetitive Stress Injuries​

Like other computer use, VR may cause:

  • Muscle, joint, or skin discomfort
  • Tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness

If symptoms occur:

  • Stop and rest for several hours
  • Consult a doctor if symptoms persist

vrOS-Specific Safety Features​

Ergonomic Enforcement​

  • vrOS automatically prevents overlays from being placed in positions that require uncomfortable neck angles
  • The system enforces regular micro-breaks
  • Haptic warnings alert you when approaching boundaries

Comfort Settings​

  • Motion smoothing options to reduce nausea
  • Adjustable overlay distances for eye comfort
  • Customizable break reminders
  • Seated mode optimizations

Emergency Exit​

  • Press and hold both grip buttons for 3 seconds to instantly close all overlays
  • System Menu button always accessible for quick exit
  • Automatic pause when headset is removed

Best Practices​

  1. Start Slowly: Begin with short sessions (15-30 minutes) and gradually increase
  2. Stay Hydrated: Keep water nearby
  3. Good Posture: Maintain proper seated posture
  4. Proper Lighting: Ensure your room has adequate lighting
  5. Clean Equipment: Keep lenses clean for optimal clarity
  6. Listen to Your Body: Stop immediately if you feel unwell

Medical Conditions​

Do NOT use vrOS if you have:

  • Epilepsy or seizure disorders (without medical clearance)
  • Severe motion sickness susceptibility
  • Serious heart conditions
  • Psychiatric disorders that may be aggravated by VR

Interference with Medical Devices​

VR headsets may contain magnets or emit radio waves that could affect:

  • Cardiac pacemakers
  • Hearing aids
  • Defibrillators
  • Other medical devices

Consult your physician and device manufacturer before use.

Disclaimer​

Use of vrOS is at your own risk. Cute & Funny LLC d/b/a catnet systems assumes no responsibility for injuries or property damage resulting from use or misuse of our software. By using vrOS, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these warnings.

Contact​

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vrOS is committed to user safety. These warnings are based on industry standards and best practices for VR safety.