We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Being visually impaired has always brought forth its fair share of challenges for people. However, those affected have always found ingenious, ...

Inspired by bats’ use of echolocation, researchers have developed smart glasses that transform visual information into unique sound representations that enhance the ability of blind and ...

McClain Hermes knows precisely what it takes to swim, as fast as possible, to the far end of a 50-meter pool. Keeping count is vital because she is blind. “I have broken several bones running into the ...

Geek Life: Fun stories, memes, humor and other random items at the intersection of tech, science, business and culture. SEE MORE by Kurt Schlosser on Feb 3, 2024 at 8:00 am February 2, 2024 at 12:00 ...

The ExpressVote device uses touch screen technology for ballot marking. Wake County officials recently approved a new paper-based device that uses touch screen technology for ballot marking. Wake ...

What a unique idea. Designers Chueh Lee and team from Samsung, China came up with Touch Sight, a digital camera for the visually impaired. The cam records sound when the shutter button is pressed and ...