Seeing AI is
an AI-powered application designed to assist individuals who are blind or have
low vision by narrating the world around them. For LBS agencies, Seeing AI
offers tools that can enhance learning and accessibility for visually impaired
learners. Key features include:
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Text
Recognition:
Instantly reads and narrates short text as it appears in front of the camera,
facilitating real-time access to printed materials.
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Document
Scanning: Provides
audio guidance to capture full pages of text, recognizing and narrating the
content along with its original formatting, which is beneficial for reading
longer documents.
·
Product
Identification: Scans
barcodes to identify products, aiding in tasks such as grocery shopping or
organizing materials.
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Scene
Description:
Describes scenes captured by the camera, offering contextual information about
the user's surroundings.
·
Currency
Recognition:
Identifies different denominations of currency, assisting in financial
transactions.
By
integrating Seeing AI into their programs, literacy and upskilling agencies can
provide visually impaired learners with tools to access written and visual
information independently to promote greater autonomy. Learn more about this
app here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/garage/wall-of-fame/seeing-ai/.
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