Toyota develops wearable device for blind people

[annie]

Toyota is developing a wearable device to help give blind and visually impaired people greater mobility, the manufacturer has said.

The gadget is worn on the shoulders and uses cameras to recognise surroundings, such as signs, then directs the wearer with speakers and vibration motors.

Details were released this week, though no release date has been set.

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) called it an exciting development.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-35753978

[maureenho]

Could be life changing for blind and visually impaired.

[wendy]

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