Conigital Group is developing a range of inclusive and accessible solutions, including a virtual concierge called Gemma (similar to KIT from the Knight Rider series), a patented 4D tactile map for blind and partially sighted users, a Mobility as a Service app, as well as a fleet management system facilitating the coordination and the telematic health of autonomous vehicles.
Blind Musicians to Pilot World’s First Multi-Line Braille E-Reader
More than a dozen professional musicians – all of them blind will demonstrate the world’s first multi-line braille e-reader on 16 March at London’s Royal National Institute Of Blind People (RNIB).
Google Lens Describes Landmarks and Creates Contacts from Business Cards
Originally announced at Google I/O 2017, Lens is a visual search engine. When you take a picture with your phone, Google will do an analysis and provide insights into what you’re looking at. Now, it’s getting even better, and can store information from business cards as contacts, and even describe landmarks you’ve spotted.
Microsoft’s New Soundscape app Helps the Visually Impaired Navigate Cities
Microsoft has a new iOS app out called Soundscape that uses 3D audio technology to help map out landmarks and points of interest through audio cues.
Microsoft Develops Device That Helps Blind and Visually Impaired Navigate Virtual Spaces
Microsoft Researchers have developed a device that makes virtual spaces accessible to blind and visually impaired users. The VR technology has made huge strides to become more immersive than ever.
Routine Sexual Harassment of Women at Tech Company
Google has a “bro-culture” that allowed the daily sexual harassment of a female software engineer, a new lawsuit from a former employee alleges.
No Room in Health System for Private eye Surgery Clinics, Says Health Coalition
The Canadian Health Coalition says cataract surgeries and other procedures should be done in public hospitals and public centres.
Australian High Commissioner Hands Over 200 Canes to Assist the Blind and Visually Impaired
The independence, confidence and safety of the blind and visually impaired adults and children across Fiji will now be enhanced.
Amazon Buys Ring, Maker of Accessible Smart Home Products
Amazon said Tuesday that it had acquired Ring, a maker of internet-connected doorbells and cameras, pushing more deeply into the home security market.
Lighthouse Guild and Bookshare Make World’s Largest Online Library Available to Local Libraries
Lighthouse Guild is collaborating with the Palm Beach Libraries to provide annual memberships to Bookshare for Palm Beach County residents who have vision impairment. Bookshare, a Benetech initiative, is the world’s largest online library for people who read differently due to blindness, low vision, a physical disability, or dyslexia.
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