Features and Functionality
Q. My laptop already has built-in ambient display dimming functionlity. What additional benefits do I get from Iris + Reflex?
A. Iris + Reflex can provide two benefits for you.
First, the built-in ambient dimming functionality found on many high-end laptops is not configurable. If you are not satisfied with the profile as configured by the manufacturer, you are stuck with it or have to turn the feature off. With Reflex, you can create and choose your own profile that best suits your environment and viewing needs.
Second, the same built-in ambient dimming functionality only works with the laptop's built-in display when the lid is open. If you routinely connect your laptop to a second, larger display when at your desk, the built-in dimming functionality does not apply to it. With Iris + Reflex, you can dim as many displays as you have connected, in unison or independently.
Q. My flat panel display has a newer LED (light emitting diode) backlight rather than the older CCFL (cold cathode fluorescent lamp) backlight, will Iris + Reflex save any power with this display?
A. For a given brightness and size, an LED backlit display will generally have lower power consumption than the equivalent CCFL backlit display.
However, on a relative basis, reducing the backlight level on an LED display can still have a dramatic reduction in power consumption and resulting energy savings for you1.
Q. Are Iris + Reflex compatible with Windows or Linux?
A. While Iris Ambient One itself is compatible with any computer featuring USB, the companion Reflex software is only available for Mac OS X at this time.
Windows support for Iris + Reflex is planned at a later date. Linux support is under evaluation.
Q. I have set both my display and computer to sleep after a period of inactivity. How can Iris + Reflex help me save energy?
A. Putting your hard disks, display and computer to sleep after a period of inactivity are important steps in saving energy when you are not using your computer. However, Iris + Reflex help you save energy while you are using your computer.
Development and Sales
Q. I am interested in distributing Iris + Reflex, whom do I contact?
A. Please contact sales at sales@nuovations.com
Q. I am interested in reselling Iris + Reflex, whom do I contact?
A. Please contact sales at sales@nuovations.com
Q. I am interested in adding my company's display to the Iris + Reflex ecosystem, whom do I contact?
A. Please contact business development at development@nuovations.com
Q. I am interested in embedding Iris into my company's peripherals and adding them to the Iris + Reflex ecosystem, whom do I contact?
A. Please contact business development at development@nuovations.com