The advancement of innovative technology on the other hand has positively impacted the lives of the disabled in a manner that they are now able to thrive independently. The device innovations targeted at the blind and visually impaired have made it easier for them to socialize, travel and generally improve their well-being. With the invention of smart devices and AI applications the scope of assistive devices has greatly widened in the last few years. Let’s delve into more emerging technologies and devices for the visually impaired that are changing the world for them.

Screening Reading Devices That Are Powered By Artificial Intelligence.

Assistive technology that has made it easier for the disabled to socialize has relied on screen reading, however this is slowly shifting owing to the improvement in AI assistive devices.

Among the most widely used screen readers are JAWS (Job Access With Speech) and NVDA (Non-Visual Desktop Access) both of which have greatly been improved by Microsoft’s Narrator and VoiceOver on Apple devices.

Recent AI developments mean users are able to use screen readers to perform intricate tasks such as describing images in alt-text and interpreting different website formats, which makes it easier to use many applications and websites.

AI Wearables and Smart Eyeglasses

AI wearables and smart eyeglasses assist the blind interact with the external world with their thus aiding their mobility.

The Envision Glasses: The AI powered glasses have a cameras that allow the user to scan the environment, read aloud , or even recognize a person by their facial features.

OrCam MyEye: This device is filled with high technology and helps users in thriving their daily life with utmost ease. OrCam MyEye can be attached to the ordinary glasses and is used for recognizing faces, reading any sort of text, and even assists in shopping by scanning barcodes and other products.

Dot Watch: This device assists people that are visually impaired to manage their time and other tasks. Dot watch is a perfect combination of advanced technology and a basic time management device which is an inclusive wrist watch.

Braille Technology

Braille was and is still one of the most significant aspects of communication. However now with the assistance of modern technology, braille has been greatly enhanced.

Braille e-Readers: Devices like the BrailleNote Touch Plus and Orbit Reader provide a unique reading experience. The Literature gets easier to read as these special e-readers have the capability to save and showcase e-book content.

Refreshable Braille Displays: So many people nowadays use smartphones and tablets. Therefore these tools are great to read on those devices as they can transform any text into braille and the combination of email and web reading with the ability to create documents seems too good to be true.

Navigation Aids

Staying blind is a challenging task and going around in new areas is even tougher for blind people. But do not worry as the world is constantly evolving and new technologies are coming to aid them.

Aira: People that are struggling to see can use this service to their assistance. The trained agents help in guiding them in real time through face timed devices or smart glasses camera.

WeWALK Smart Cane: Blind people are easily able to navigate new areas with the help of this intelligent smart cane. WIth the ultrasonic sensors, the cane helps in identifies obstacles and aids in faster movements. Furthermore, the cane is compatible with smartphones， allowing the user to use GPS and public transportation.

Soundscape Microsoft: The developed application utilizes inside sound cues to assist users in identifying the markets and ambling into urban areas.

Autonomously Operated Devices:=For everyone, including the blind, devices that are operated by voice can be regarded as fundamental devices.

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri help users operate certain smart home devices, make phone calls, ask for information, and even set timers without their hands.

Integration with other devices allows carrier capabilities such as adjusting the thermostat, turning light on/off, listening to audiobooks, or accessing news.

AI applications or objects :In contemporary s individual activities it reliefs from everyday activities by even AI apps or gadgets which can recognize text or objects along with emotion.

Seen AI: It is an application designed by Microsoft which can explain the visual world around a user by speaking. It scans images through a phone and can read, recognize objects, describe places, and sense people’s facial expressions emotionally.

Be My Eyes: It is a free app where volunteers help blind users by connecting with them on video calls.

Supersense AI: It is an application that specializes in recognizing objects, reading texts, and completing tasks such as form filling up.

Gaming and Entertainment =In present time Entertainment is very important in life, so technology is making gaming for everyone.

Audio Games: Games aimed at the visually impaired utilize auditory guidance and verbal instruction such as A Blind Legend and The Vale: Shadow of the Crown.

Accessible Streaming: Services such as Netflix and Youtube have begun providing audio narration for movies and videos, that visually describes the scene.

Educational Tools

Various modern learning instruments are now aiding blind students with their education more and more, in order to provide an equal opportunity in learning.

Audio and Braille Tablets: The blitab and Bristol Braille’s Canute 360 for example, are changing the reality of education for all. They enable the students to hear and feel the pages of textbooks while reading thereby easing their access to education materials.

Math and Science Tools: A technology such as the Graphiti Tactile Display allows students to read graphs and charts in braille.

Employment Tools

Another challenge for technology has been supporting the blind people in their working environments.

Voice Typing Tools: Assistive tools like Google Docs’ Voice Typing and Dragon NaturallySpeaking allow documents to be created and typed without the use of hands.

Inclusive Software: Companies such as slack and zoom are working on enhancing their accessibility capabilities to enable blind employees to work from home.

Healthcare Innovations

In the healthcare sector, technology is also progressing in terms of accessibility.

Talking Gucometer: Blood sugar-monitoring devices that talk and tell a diabetic individual the reading of their blood glucose level.

Medication Scanners: ScriptTalk is an app that allows patients to listen to the directions for taking the medication for better management.

Robotics and AI

There is a chance to gain increased independence with the emergence of fields such as robotics.

Guide Robots: Robots being developed like Baidu’s Xiaodu are companions that help a person in finding their way and also provide emotional support.

AI Devices: When it comes to assistive technology, advanced AI has given a glimpse into the future where systems can comprehend surroundings and anticipate user requirements.

Challenges and the Road Ahead

Tackling these challenges is imperative, and they are as follows:

Exorbitant prices limit the reach of these technologies that are most needed.

Low level of knowledge and low availability in developing countries uphold resistance.

Standardization and interoperability of newer devices is another important challenge.

Looking forward, there has to be constant development, decrease in the prices of these tools and emphasis in education regarding these devices. Integration and collaboration of the government, technology providers and non-profit organizations is necessary to guarantee that this technology is available to everyone.

Conclusion

Les possibilités des technologies pour les non voyants sont très étendues et il apparait qu elles progresseront en effacant le sein des données qu indépendamment du séquencement il est possible d’utiliser des logiciels en meme temps tels que google traduction ou encore sephora. Toutefois, adults in any North American country, on average, need assistance three times more often than children do due partly to the apparent ease with which technology solving basic needs has been made available to the entire population. With the support of making such investments, it will be possible to meet the challenge of bridging the technology divide in the global economy and society.