RightHear provides a talking signage system that delivers real-time audio descriptions to smartphones and tablets, enhancing navigation for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. This technology enables businesses to create accessible environments, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards while improving visitor experiences.
Funding
$320K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Individuals who are blind or visually impaired often face challenges navigating unfamiliar environments independently, due to a lack of accessible signage and real-time information about their surroundings. Traditional wayfinding methods like braille are not universally accessible, leaving many unable to fully experience public spaces.
Solution
RightHear provides an audio-based accessibility solution that delivers real-time, contextual information to users' smartphones or tablets, enabling them to navigate venues with greater confidence and independence. The system utilizes strategically placed "talking signs" that communicate with the RightHear mobile app via Bluetooth or NFC. When a user approaches a RightHear-enabled sign, the app provides an audio description of the nearby area, including points of interest, directions, and safety information. This technology empowers businesses and organizations to create inclusive environments that comply with accessibility standards and enhance the visitor experience for people with visual impairments.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals who are blind or visually impaired, as well as businesses, public spaces, and organizations seeking to improve accessibility and inclusivity for this population.
Features
- Real-time audio descriptions of surroundings delivered to smartphones or tablets
- Compatibility with both iOS and Android devices
- Bluetooth and NFC-enabled "talking signs" for seamless communication
- Customizable audio content to suit the specific needs of each location
- Multilingual support to cater to a diverse user base
- Integration with third-party navigation apps like Moovit for enhanced wayfinding
- Remote management dashboard for businesses to monitor and update sign content
- Option for a 100% free, basic accessibility solution