Revolutionary Device to Make Labeling Easier for Visually Impaired

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In summary, a group of MIT students have developed a device that could potentially make labeling easier for the visually impaired. The device, which started as a class project, has undergone field tests and has received positive feedback from potential users. The students have formed a new company and hope to have the product on the market next year. While some may find humor in the situations involving blind individuals, it is important to remember to be respectful and not malicious in our humor.
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MIT students develop device that could make labeling easier for the visually impaired. Product could be on the market next year.

A device that started out as a class project last fall is moving rapidly toward becoming a commercial product that could make the lives of millions of visually impaired people a bit easier.

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Over the summer they conducted field tests around the country with 25 potential users of the product, giving each about a half-hour to work with the device.

"Blind people really wanted to see this product on the market," says Karina Pikhart '09, who is CEO of the new company.
 
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lol.
Hopefully they have no hard feelings about it.
 
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I doubt that anyone would take offense. W's 2 nieces and nephew are all blind (RP), and use that expression all the time. They'll say stuff like 'see you tomorrow' or 'I watched the football game yesterday'. Nobody thinks twice about it.
 
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Hahaha!:biggrin: I feel awful for finding this funny...
 
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G01 said:
Hahaha!:biggrin: I feel awful for finding this funny...

There's humour to be found everywhere, which is fine as long as it isn't meant maliciously. Like the stand-up comic who mentioned that drive-through bank machines have Braille on the buttons...
 
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Danger said:
drive-through bank machines have Braille on the buttons...
That's so you can keep your eyes on the road.
 
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:rofl:
 
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Danger said:
There's humour to be found everywhere, which is fine as long as it isn't meant maliciously. Like the stand-up comic who mentioned that drive-through bank machines have Braille on the buttons...
Wet paint signs too.
 
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After all, blind people do have an imagination.
 

What is the "Revolutionary Device to Make Labeling Easier for Visually Impaired"?

The "Revolutionary Device to Make Labeling Easier for Visually Impaired" is a new technology designed to assist individuals with visual impairments in easily labeling and identifying objects in their environment.

How does the device work?

The device uses a combination of braille and audio technology to create a label for objects. Users can input the label information through a keypad or voice command, and the device will print out a braille label and speak the label aloud.

What are the benefits of this device?

This device allows visually impaired individuals to independently label and identify objects, increasing their sense of empowerment and autonomy. It also eliminates the need for sighted assistance in labeling objects, making daily tasks more efficient.

Is the device easy to use?

Yes, the device is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive. The keypad and voice command options cater to different user preferences, and the braille and audio output make it accessible to individuals with varying levels of visual impairment.

When will the device be available for purchase?

The device is currently undergoing testing and development. It is expected to be available for purchase within the next year.

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