The 6 Innovate UK Young Innovators Award winners that have developed pioneering assistive tech
A portable seat raiser for people with reduced mobility, an augmented reality smartphone app to support stroke rehabilitation, and an affordable 10-line braille display are…
Envision upgrades smart glasses range with more accessibility options for people with vision impairments
Today, assistive technology specialist Envision has announced that it is further enhancing the accessibility of its smart glasses for blind and visually impaired individuals by…
Video: US engineers develop smart walking stick that helps with everyday tasks
Engineers from the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) in the US have developed an AI-powered walking stick that can help people with vision impairments…
5 disruptive assistive tech start-ups at CES 2023
Credit: Biomotum A battery-powered ankle exoskeleton, smart wheelchair cushion that reduces the risk of pressure ulcers, closed-captioning badge that converts speech to text in real…
14 winners announced at the CES 2023 Innovation Awards in the accessibility category
Credit: Consumer Technology Association A helpful toilet lifter, stabilising smart makeup applicator, wearable navigation system for visually impaired individuals, and self-driving powerchair service have all…
‘New standard’ in wearable assistive vision tech unveiled at CES 2023
Vision-enhancement specialist eSight is launching a new assistive technology innovation at CES 2023 that is designed to heighten visual clarity and expand the wearer’s field…
New AI solution empowers students with learning challenges to read and learn confidently
OrCam Technologies, an assistive technology specialist, has launched OrCam Learn, an interactive assistive solution that supports teachers and schools by offering students vital practical reading…
New glasses could help the 430 million people globally with hearing difficulties to ‘see’ conversations
A “first of its kind” assistive device is set to make life more inclusive for people who are deaf or have hearing difficulties. Users wearing…
Student wins coveted award for pioneering gaming headset for hearing aid wearers
Sam Gaze, a Bournemouth University student, has designed a cutting-edge gaming headset for people with hearing aids that solves the issue of feedback. The Immersion…
New assistive tech solution allows students to read and learn independently with confidence
Assistive technology specialist OrCam Technologies has launched the OrCam Learn DSA, a comprehensive AI-driven study partner for students with Disability Student Allowance (DSA) funding. An…