Communication

Signly

master_admin — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:32:44 +0000

Signly

master_admin Mon, 02/25/2019 - 21:32

Brief description:

Open the app, point your device at the Signly-enabled printed stuff or barcodes and signed content will appear as if by magic. This smart layer of signed or spoken filmed digital information on the screen of a visitor's own mobile device animates, translates and invigorates their experience by making essential information accessible. Very useful for art and cultural events of all kinds.

Who would benefit from this:

Deaf BSL users

Cost:

Free

Link:

https://signly.co/

Function:

Access to cultural activities

Communication

Live Transcribe

master_admin — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:12:53 +0000

Live Transcribe

master_admin Mon, 02/25/2019 - 21:12

Brief description:

Live Transcribe (Google), brings “captions to conversations” by transcribing speech in real time using a smartphone’s microphone and an internet connection. It makes it possible for people with hearing loss to read a text version of what was said in 70 different languages. It will enable deaf and hearing impaired to transcribe events, art exhibition tours, musical events and talks.

Who would benefit from this:

Deaf and Hearing Impaired people

Cost:

Free

Link:

https://www.android.com/accessibility/live-transcribe/

Function:

Communication

Be My Eyes

master_admin — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 14:01:42 +0000

Be My Eyes

master_admin Mon, 02/25/2019 - 21:01

Brief description:

Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance through a live video call.

What's more, Write On Deadline offers a money-back guarantee if you are not happy with the final product.

Who would benefit from this:

Visually impaired people

Cost:

Free

Link:

https://www.bemyeyes.com/get-started

Function:

Communication

Pedius

master_admin — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 17:13:00 +0000

Pedius

master_admin Sat, 02/23/2019 - 00:13

Brief description:

This app allows phone calls for the deaf and hard of hearing. Through the app you can call landline and mobile phones. Using speech synthesis and voice recognition technologies, users can insert a phone number and start a call. To call, type your message and Pedius will send it to the contact that you choose, or you can use your own voice during the phone call. During phone calls a voice will read what you write, and you will be able to read on screen in real time no matter what the other person says.

Who would benefit from this:

People who are deaf

Cost:

Free but with in-app purchases

Link:

https://www.pedius.org/en/home/

Function:

Communication

Be My Eyes

master_admin — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 19:30:15 +0000

Be My Eyes

master_admin Wed, 02/20/2019 - 02:30

Brief description:

This app connects people who are blind or visually impaired and in need assistance with sighted volunteers via live video chat. The app aims to help people around the world with everyday tasks like navigating new places or confirming expiration dates on food. Users will get connected to the first available volunteer to get the help they need as quick as possible.

Who would benefit from this:

People who are blind or visually impaired

Cost:

Free

Link:

https://www.bemyeyes.com/

Function: