Waymap is a navigation app that utilizes motion sensors and a proprietary algorithm to provide precise indoor, outdoor, and underground navigation without the need for GPS or external signals. It addresses the challenge of accessibility by offering step-by-step guidance tailored to individual walking patterns, enhancing navigation for users with visual impairments and other disabilities.
Funding
$8.9M 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.
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Product
Problem
Individuals, especially those with visual impairments or mobility challenges, often face difficulties navigating indoor, outdoor, and underground environments due to the limitations of traditional GPS-based navigation systems and the absence of reliable wayfinding solutions in many venues. This can lead to disorientation, increased travel time, and reduced independence.
Solution
Waymap is a mobile navigation application that provides precise, step-by-step guidance in complex environments, including indoors, outdoors, and underground, where GPS signals are unreliable or unavailable. Utilizing a proprietary algorithm and smartphone motion sensors, Waymap accurately tracks the user's location and walking pattern to deliver tailored audio instructions without relying on external signals or infrastructure. The app supports accessibility requirements such as step-free routes and adjustable instruction styles, enhancing independence and mobility for users of all abilities. Venue operators can integrate their maps into the Waymap platform, providing accessible navigation for visitors and positioning their organization as a leader in ESG and accessibility.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals with visual impairments, mobility challenges, and anyone who needs reliable navigation in complex indoor or underground environments, as well as venue operators seeking to improve accessibility and visitor experience.
Features
- Precise indoor, outdoor, and underground navigation using proprietary motion-sensing algorithm
- Step-by-step audio instructions tailored to individual walking patterns
- Route planning with preferences for step-free access and customizable instruction styles
- Venue mapping and integration for accessible wayfinding in complex environments
- Compatibility with standard headphones for hands-free navigation
- Offline functionality, eliminating reliance on GPS, Wi-Fi, or cellular signals
- Real-time rerouting and continuous guidance to ensure users stay on track
- Support for multiple languages