At CES 2025, DotLumen unveiled a haptic headset designed to help blind people navigate and move. The VR headset-like device uses advanced computer vision and haptic feedback technologies to replace or supplement traditional means.
The headset is equipped with six cameras: three of which track objects at a short distance and three at a long distance. This data is converted into tactile signals: small elements on the front of the device touch the forehead and start to vibrate depending on the situation. Vibration in the center indicates a safe direction, and movement to the sides indicates that the route needs to be adjusted. Voice support is provided for more difficult situations, for example warning of a crowd of people ahead. The device’s battery lasts 2.5 hours with active use, but can be extended if necessary by connecting an external battery via USB-C.
The headset was tested directly on the exhibition grounds. Despite the difficult conditions with narrow passages and heavy traffic, the testers were able to successfully move and avoid collisions. The developers believe that this technology will significantly increase the autonomy and safety of blind users.
The headset is scheduled for sale in Europe in the near future. The price of the device will be less than €10,000 (approximately $1,000,000), which is significantly cheaper than the cost of training a seeing-eye dog. The DotLumen headset promises to be an important step in creating accessible technologies that can change the lives of people with visual impairments. However, before the device goes on general sale, developers will continue to gather feedback for further improvement.
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