Lookout is an app for Android devices that uses Google’s Artificial Intelligence toolkit to assist individuals, especially those who are blind or visually impaired. While the app isn’t new to the scene, there are two new features for Lookout app users to explore! The new features allow devices to read out food labels and scan […]
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Eyeware’s Vision for the Future
The Swiss company, Eyeware, is on the cutting edge of developing head and eye-tracking technology that will help both people with disabilities, medical students and medical professionals. Best of all, it provides software-only solutions, eliminating the need for headsets, glasses and webcams — thus also cutting costs. The Eyeware Beam app can create more immersive […]
LookyPlus Handheld Video Magnifier
If you or a loved one are looking for a new handheld video magnifier, check out the LookyPlus. This video magnifier allows users to read text more easily and view photos more clearly on its 3.5-inch LCD screen. The LookyPlus offers a magnification range of 2x to 20x and five different color modes. It features […]
WayAround Assists People with Vision Loss
Much of the way we perceive and understand the world is through our eyes. In fact, in one study, 88 percent of participants ranked vision as their most valued sense. For the at least 2.2 billion people around the world who have a near or distance vision impairment, accessing the world and getting information often […]
Sony A7 IV Screen Reader Feature
There are several photographers who experience some sort of visual impairment. Unfortunately, several camera menus are inaccessible making cameras difficult to navigate independently. The Sony A7 IV is on a mission to change that with a newer, exciting feature: a built-in screen reader. The screen reader is available by going to Menu > Setup > […]
Braille Scanner App
There are so many apps available to help individuals with visual impairments. If you’re looking for an app that translates Braille to text, check out the Braille Scanner app. Braille Scanner allows users to take a photo of a piece of paper with Braille on it using their iPhones, and then within seconds, it’s translated […]