3D Audio Map for the Visually Impaired
Quick evaluation by Jutta Miroiu-Dunker
- IT Coordinator at Malta Society of the Blind -
April 2020
- IT Coordinator at Malta Society of the Blind -
April 2020
I just learned about Soundscape. This app, which is currently available for iOS (iPhone, iPad) only, sounds like a new dimension in developments for visually impaired people to find their way when they are out and about.
The idea is to receive 3D audio signals via an audio headset while walking around. One would set audio beacons and get information about the location of the desired destination as well as on significant points on the way. This kind of information could, e.g., include info on parking lots, shops, gardens, and even steps...,
This is probably more worthwhile for the techies around o check further into and have it tried out on an iPhone or iPad.
For now, the app seems to be available in USA, Canada and UK.
More information can be found at the following links:
Microsoft Research
Microsoft Soundscape Features
The idea is to receive 3D audio signals via an audio headset while walking around. One would set audio beacons and get information about the location of the desired destination as well as on significant points on the way. This kind of information could, e.g., include info on parking lots, shops, gardens, and even steps...,
This is probably more worthwhile for the techies around o check further into and have it tried out on an iPhone or iPad.
For now, the app seems to be available in USA, Canada and UK.
More information can be found at the following links:
Microsoft Research
Microsoft Soundscape Features
DETAILS
Current Version
2.2.1
Updated
Apr 1, 2020
We have some useful changes in this release to make your use of the audio be
We have some useful changes in this release to make your use of the audio be
Installations
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