This startup provides a software solution that integrates with augmented reality (AR) glasses to deliver real-time subtitles for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing. By enhancing speech comprehension in everyday environments, the technology significantly improves communication and overall quality of life for users.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing often face challenges in understanding speech in real-time, especially in dynamic environments with background noise or when visual cues are limited. Traditional assistive listening devices can be cumbersome or ineffective in various everyday situations, impacting communication and social interaction.
Solution
Hearsight provides a real-time captioning solution delivered through augmented reality (AR) glasses, enabling users to see subtitles of conversations and ambient sounds directly in their field of vision. The system uses a smartphone app to process audio input and streams the text to the AR glasses, facilitating seamless communication in face-to-face interactions, meetings, and public settings. By displaying subtitles in the user's line of sight, Hearsight enhances speech comprehension and situational awareness, promoting greater independence and inclusivity.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing, as well as their families, educators, and employers seeking to improve communication accessibility.
Features
- Real-time speech-to-text conversion with low latency
- Adjustable font size, color, and positioning of subtitles within the AR display
- Compatibility with ActiveLook AR glasses
- Noise reduction algorithms to improve speech recognition accuracy in noisy environments
- Customizable vocabulary and user profiles to adapt to individual communication needs
- Mobile app for managing settings, pairing devices, and accessing support resources
- Integration with cloud-based services for continuous improvement of speech models