At OrCam, we believe in harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to enhance the lives of those facing visual challenges. Our cutting-edge devices utilize state-of-the-art algorithms and intuitive design to enable seamless integration into daily routines. Whether it's reading printed text, identifying faces, or recognizing products, OrCam's advanced solutions are designed to restore independence and unleash the full potential of every individual. If you have low vision and are out shopping, you can use the OrCam Read to read shop names, identify products on the shelf and read price tags. This is especially important in the age of COVID-19, allowing you to inspect products before touching them. You can also use the device to help navigate stores safely by asking it to read social distancing signage. Again, it does not require internet, so there is no need for WiFi to operate the device. Your device will now connect to the WiFi, and will reconnect automatically every time you connect your device to the wall charger, provided it is within range of the WiFi network. Additionally, we know that purchasing assistive technology is an investment of time and financial resources, and with many options on the market, finding the right solution is not always easy. Our goal is to narrow the field by researching, testing, and offering only the best, highest-quality products that use advanced, innovative technologies to help low vision users regain their independence.

Free testing sessions are available in London, Birmingham and with their partners (opticians, charities and low vision aids retailers) in other locations. The OrCam Read is a wonderful help for my father who suddenly went blind at the age of 88 due to macular degeneration. With the OrCam he can, for example, read his mail again, his magazines and books, and has therefore remained more independent. He no longer wants to be without the device and uses it every day. Because you can carry the OrCam around with you, you always have the reading aid at hand. The device is easy to use and works absolutely reliably and flawlessly for over a year of continuous use! Many people wonder whether a dedicated reading pen like OrCam Read is worth the investment, given that there are free mobile apps available that can scan and read text aloud. Despite it being the most affordable OrCam product, it is expensive. I’m fully aware it is a groundbreaking piece of kit, I just see so much potential and the price could make it unaffordable for people who really need it.The first of its kind handheld reader for people with low vision, dyslexia, reading fatigue or other difficulties. And, the device has gained international attention. Here is a brief clip from a tech reviewer talking about the OrCam Read on an Australian morning show: SightPlus is a headset that has been designed to enhance the vision of people with severe sight impairments. It combines the capabilities of a near-distance magnifier and long-distance telescope. It will help with stationary daily living activities such as watching TV, reading, following a play and working on screen-displays. OXSIGHT glasses can enhance remaining sight for individuals living with peripheral vision loss. The glasses are fitted with a camera that streams live video into two internal HD displays. By utilising the user’s remaining vision the glasses can potentially increase field of view to 68 degrees horizontally. Area: A red rectangle allows low vision users to accurately frame an area of text to read (e.g. a document or a particular paragraph in a newspaper)

Another unique feature of the OrCam Read is the new Smart Reading feature. With Smart Reading, you can use simple voice commands to locate information in a document. Find a word, headlines, amounts, dates, and more on any printed or digital reading materials such as books, bills, correspondence, newspapers, magazines, catalogues and menus.OrCam Read, for people with mild low vision, reading fatigue, reading difficulties including dyslexia, and for anyone who consumes large amounts of text, is a first-ever lightweight, handheld device with a smart camera that seamlessly reads text from any printed surface or digital screen. It enables you to enjoy the morning paper, read any book, and even read all that appears on your computer or smartphone screen. Privately read the text that you choose, improve your time studying, work more efficiently! I can absolutely recommend the device and the customer service of this company, therefore 5 stars from me. Furthermore, in the current health crisis, OrCam Read can help low vision users stay safe, improve mental health and reduce social isolation. You can have more confidence venturing out, knowing the device will help you navigate social distancing signage and identify products on the shelf without touching them. While home, you can use the device to stay active with hobbies like reading and cooking. Der Kundenservice hat unser Problem super schnell und perfekt gelöst: das alte Gerät wurde abgeholt und ein neues zugesandt. Die Bearbeitung war superschnell und sehr persönlich (immer der gleiche Mitarbeiter!) - so einen guten Kundenservice habe ich noch nie erlebt! Herzlichen Dank nochmals!