XR Navigation provides Audiom, the first inclusive digital map solution that transforms geographic data into an accessible experience for all users. This platform ensures WCAG and ADA compliance by offering auditory and tactile map interaction alongside visual elements. By integrating a simple code snippet, organizations can enhance existing digital maps for users with visual impairments, promoting true geographic information equity.
Funding
$80K 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
Digital maps often lack accessibility features, creating barriers for blind and visually impaired users who cannot access geographic information effectively. This exclusion limits their independence and access to essential services and information.
Solution
XR Navigation provides Audiom, a WCAG AAA-compliant digital mapping solution that transforms geographic data into an accessible experience for both blind and sighted users. Audiom enables equal access to geographic information through auditory and tactile interactions. The solution allows users to navigate digital maps using keyboard controls or other controllers, similar to a video game, with auditory feedback providing spatial awareness. It can be integrated into existing websites or applications with a few lines of code, enhancing or replacing existing maps.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations that require accessible digital maps, such as universities, corporate campuses, and healthcare facilities, as well as government entities needing to comply with accessibility standards.
Features
- WCAG AAA, Section 508, 504, and ADA compliant digital map solution
- Auditory feedback system that conveys spatial information to blind users
- Tactile map interactions for users with visual impairments
- Customizable map settings, including zoom and contrast adjustment
- Keyboard-based navigation for non-visual map exploration
- Simple integration with existing websites and applications