SignGlasses develops smart glasses that provide real-time sign language interpretation and captioning, enhancing communication for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in educational and workplace settings. Their technology allows users to access live or pre-recorded media, ensuring seamless communication without the need for Wi-Fi.
Funding
$2M 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
Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals often face communication barriers in educational, workplace, and public settings due to the lack of readily available and accessible sign language interpretation and captioning services. Traditional methods can be cumbersome, requiring advance scheduling and potentially limiting spontaneous interactions.
Solution
SignGlasses offers an integrated platform that leverages smart glasses to provide real-time sign language interpretation and captioning. The smart glasses display interpretation or captions directly in the user's field of view, creating a seamless communication experience. Users can stream live interpretation or access pre-recorded media stored on the device, ensuring accessibility even without a Wi-Fi connection. In addition to the smart glasses, SignGlasses provides access to a network of certified interpreters and captioners, accessible through various platforms, including laptops, tablets, and a mobile app. The platform also offers scheduling tools, user management features, and study tools to facilitate effective communication and learning.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in educational institutions, workplaces, and public venues, as well as educators, employers, and venue operators seeking to improve accessibility.
Features
- Smart glasses with integrated display for real-time sign language interpretation and captioning
- Option to stream live interpretation or access pre-recorded media
- Access to a network of certified interpreters and captioners covering diverse fields
- Platform compatibility with laptops, tablets, and a mobile app
- Scheduling tools for managing interpretation and captioning services
- User management features for administrators
- Study tools to enhance learning experiences
- Customizable captioning options, including size and color preferences
- Instant transcript retrieval