What is Envision?
Envision is designed to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision by translating visual information into audible feedback. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Envision offers solutions through its smartglasses and a mobile application. These tools help users gain independence by interpreting the visual world around them, turning inaccessible information into accessible knowledge and enhancing their daily possibilities.
The technology excels at various recognition tasks, including reading printed and handwritten text across numerous languages, identifying objects, and describing scenes. It also facilitates real-time assistance through video calls with trusted contacts via the Envision Glasses. The platform aims to break down barriers caused by visual impairment by providing reliable and easy-to-use assistive technology.
The technology excels at various recognition tasks, including reading printed and handwritten text across numerous languages, identifying objects, and describing scenes. It also facilitates real-time assistance through video calls with trusted contacts via the Envision Glasses. The platform aims to break down barriers caused by visual impairment by providing reliable and easy-to-use assistive technology.
Features
- Real-time Text Recognition: Reads printed and handwritten text in over 60 languages from various sources like notes, packaging, and books.
- Scene Description: Provides AI-powered descriptions of surroundings.
- Object Recognition: Identifies everyday objects.
- Voice Controls: Enables hands-free operation of Envision Glasses.
- Hands-free Video Calling (Envision Companion): Allows users to get real-time assistance from friends and family via Envision Glasses.
- Smartphone App Integration: Uses the phone's camera for visual interpretation.
Use Cases
- Reading documents, books, and food packaging independently.
- Understanding surroundings through scene descriptions.
- Identifying everyday objects and specific items.
- Navigating environments with greater awareness.
- Getting real-time visual assistance from trusted contacts.
- Enhancing independence for blind and low-vision individuals.
