A Hong Kong startup named AI Guided has unveiled a smart belt called GUIDi designed to assist the visually impaired in navigating environments with greater safety. The device aims to help wearers move with confidence and avoid obstacles along their path. This coverage comes from a tech portal report on Ferra.
GUIDi is built as a two-part system, with a front module and a back module. The front features two cameras, each rated at 8 megapixels, scanning the surroundings up to five meters ahead. The back houses the microprocessor and electronic unit, along with a vibration motor that signals the wearer when obstacles are detected for discreet, tactile guidance.
Operation relies on software powered by artificial intelligence that analyzes real-time video feed from the cameras. The system identifies static objects in the environment and conveys warnings through silent, subtle vibrations, enabling users to adjust their path without visual cues.
Beyond obstacle detection, users can pair GUIDi with a mobile app to set a destination and use GPS to follow a chosen route. The belt charges over a period of about ten hours.
GUIDi was planned for availability in early 2024 at a price point around 10,100 Hong Kong dollars, roughly equivalent to 117,000 in the Russian ruble at the time of reporting.
Earlier notes mentioned Windows 10 integrating artificial intelligence features in related contexts, illustrating emerging trends in wearable tech and assistive AI. (Source: Ferra)