Traffic lights on the sidewalk in the Netherlands

A city in the Netherlands decided to install traffic lights on the sidewalk to ensure the safety of smartphone addiction, causing mixed opinions.

Traffic lights on the sidewalk are being tested in the Netherlands. Photo: HIG Traffic Systems.

The Bodegraven in the Netherlands uses pedestrian traffic lights to help people who regularly stare at their smartphone see the signal and keep them away from the traffic. Business Insider said on Feb. 16.

The traffic lights on the sidewalk designed by HIG Traffic Systems are being tested at an intersection. "The problem of using smartphones in pedestrians and bikers is worrying. The electric cars often have to brake suddenly because passersby ponder the phone instead of paying attention," said the spokesman. said HIG Traffic Systems.

However, the new lighting system is also controversial. " Improving the safety of pedestrians using smartphones is not a good idea, but we do not want people to use the phone while on the road, even when walking. " said Jose de Jong of the Dutch Association for Traffic Safety.