After a year of trials and limited availability, Amazon is launching an updated version of its Echo Frames smart glasses to the general public.
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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.
SpaceX Starlink launches in Canada
SpaceX has started sending out Starlink beta invites to Canadians, with the first landing in email inboxes on Friday, confirming a previous report they would be coming this week, reports Tesla North.
SoundBeamer beams audio straight to your head
Who developed this technology and how does it work?
Developed by the Israeli company Noveto Systems, SoundBeamer 1.0 is a device that beams sound directly to a user’s ears through the use of 3-D sensing technology. The audio pocket created around the ears allows the user to hear the sounds in their head.
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:
Freeview Play’s Accessible TV Guide is now available
Freeview has rolled out its Accessible TV Guide and is available at Channel 555 on selected devices. The aim is to make it simpler for those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments and hearing loss, to find content using the service.
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.
This braille device will control your smartphone
This start-up from Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) introduces the Hable, enabling blind people to operate their smartphone with braille..
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