Can't Use Your Phone in the Car Without Getting Motion Sick?
Reading or scrolling on your phone in a moving car is one of the fastest ways to trigger motion sickness: your eyes say ‘still’ while your inner ear says ‘moving.’ This short explains why, and how to use your phone without feeling sick.
What to do
- Hold the phone up near window height so moving scenery stays in your field of view.
- Take regular breaks to look out at the horizon.
- Turn on your phone's built-in motion cues if it has them (e.g. iPhone's Vehicle Motion Cues).
- If you start to feel queasy, stop screen use, get fresh air, and try drug-free sound therapy such as the Dizzout app.
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This video is general information, not a substitute for professional medical advice. If symptoms are severe, persistent, or occur without any motion, see a clinician.