Special traffic lights with a system that notifies visually impaired people what signal is currently being shown through auditory guidance on their smartphones are gradually being set up across Japan.
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Envision launches AI-assistive smart glasses for the blind & visually impaired
Based out of Hague, the Netherlands, Envision, an AI-assistive technology company that empowers blind and visually impaired people with access to the visual information around them, has announced the official launch of Envision Glasses, an AI-powered, assistive glasses.
How to turn Apple’s HomePods into a Surround Sound System
You can use two HomePods and a Apple TV 4K to create a Dolby Atmos home theater system. Here’s how it works.
Project Guideline uses AI to help partially sighted runners navigate
Google, with collaboration with nonprofit organization Guiding Eyes for the Blind, has piloted an AI system called Project Guideline, designed to help blind and partially sighted people run races independently.
This food label talks to the blind
Narrative Label has been developed in Italy to help the blind and partially sighted access product information in-stores.
NaviLens is being tested for Visually Impaired Bus Riders in New York
The MTA in New York is testing a new app that will allow visually impaired bus riders to find stops and learn arrival times.
New app enables visually impaired users to use popular apps with voice commands
Imagine being able to fully control popular Apps and phone functionality with just your voice. By just giving voice commands, you can:
United Airlines updates app with accessible features for people with vision loss
United Airlines recently launched a redesigned version of its mobile app, with new enhancements intended to make travel easier for people with vision loss.
Apple adds People Detection’ accessibility feature in iOS 14.2 Beta
Apple has included a new accessibility feature in the latest release of the iOS 14.2 beta called People Detection, which is a part of the Magnifier app.
Sony announces PlayStation 5’s accessibility features
Ahead of the PS5’s November release date, Sony has detailed some of the accessibility settings that will be built in to the console and its DualSense controller at launch.
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