A four-legged, robotic guide dog system that can safely lead blind people around obstacles and through narrow passages has been developed by US researchers.
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This AI backpack system could help visually impaired people safely navigate
Intel Engineers have developed a voice-activated wearable system that can track obstacles in real-time and describe a person’s surroundings.
Tactile indicators, can help visually impaired people navigate
Public spaces can be especially difficult for people with vision impairment to navigate safely as they are unfamiliar with the obstacles that may be present in their path. A promising strategy that was first implemented in Japan and then replicated throughout the world is called tactile paving. Inspired by Braille, the reading system of the blind, tactile paving essentially consists of placing textured tiles to form a guiding path that can be felt through the sole or with a cane.
Starbucks partners with technology company to make stores more accessible to blind and visually impaired customers
Starbucks Corp. is partnering with a technology company to make it easier for customers with vision problems to shop its stores.
This shopping cart can help people with blindness navigate
A 24-year-old user experience designer created a prototype shopping cart for people with blindness and low vision.
How to use SOS emergency features on iPhone and Apple Watch
Why would you want to set up emergency SOS location tracking? There’s a variety of scenarios where you may not be able to talk on a phone, but you will be able to find a way to send your location to trusted individuals.
iOS 14.5 beta indicates that Apple’s Bluetooth tracker AirTags is coming soon
In the latest iOS 14.5 beta, Apple has enabled the Items tab in the Find My app for all users. This is a good indicator that Apple’s Bluetooth tracker product is imminent (following around two years of rumors that the product is in development). However, the Items tab will also be used by third-party accessories that integrate with the Find My network, so technically the two things are not inextricably tied.
How to speed up Your Apple Watch
Constant use of your Apple Watch, combined with new and more demanding apps or features, can make it run slow over time. If that’s happening to you, here are a few fixes you can try to make your Apple Watch run as smoothly as a brand new one.
Mojo Vision develops apps for Augmented Reality Contact Lens
Last year, startup Mojo Vision unveiled an early prototype of a contact lens that contains everything it needs to augment reality—an image sensor, display, motion sensors and wireless radios all safe and comfortable to tuck into your eye.
Razer launches smart glasses with lens options
Razer has decided to get into the smart glasses market with the Anzu. Aside from having two shape, size, and lens options, the Anzu also features built-in audio functionality.
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