Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital, in affiliation with Vision Aid India and Bengaluru-based startup SHG Technologies, has launched the third era of Smart Vision Glasses.

According to the corporate, this wearable system incorporates synthetic intelligence, machine imaginative and prescient, and machine studying to create a extra interactive, attention-grabbing, and unbiased world for these with visible impairments. At the launch occasion, 20 blind and visually impaired people have been supplied the most recent Smart Vision Glasses.

The recipients of the earlier model of the Smart Vision Glasses have been additionally current on the occasion and shared their expertise on how this wearable know-how has reworked their day-to-day lives. Along with them delegates from Vision Aid Inc., Rotary and Himani Bundela – first visually impaired contestant who received KBC 13 was additionally current on the occasion.

The newest model is light-weight and options an improved digital camera, sensor, and AI/ML know-how, making it much more efficient in aiding customers. The glasses venture photographs, present strolling help, and embody face recognition capabilities, accompanied by a wise earpiece that reads, understands, and relays info to the wearer. Additional options embody voice help and GPS navigation, making them a necessary instrument for visually impaired sufferers to navigate and keep away from obstacles.

“Technology has the power to revolutionize the lives of individuals with visual impairments, and we are proud to be at the forefront of this progress of eradicating blindness from the country. The Smart Vision Glasses launched in association with Vision AID India and SHG Technologies and Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital represent a significant step towards enhancing the quality of life for the visually impaired and blind patients. It is our firm belief that healthcare is a basic human right and should be accessible to all, regardless of their economic status or physical condition. We are committed to improving the lives of our patients and promoting a more inclusive society through our efforts in advancing technology and providing affordable healthcare services,” During the launch Dr. Umang Mathur, Executive Director and CEO of Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital stated through the press convention.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are at present an estimated 15 million blind folks in India, and one other 135 million folks with some type of visible impairment.

“We are proud to be working with Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital and Vision AID on this important project. By bringing together our expertise in eye care and technology, we can make a real difference in the lives of visually impaired and blind patients in India and beyond,” stated Ramu Muthangi, CEO and CO-Founder, SHG Technologies.

During the press convention, Muthangi additionally knowledgeable the fourth era of the Smart Vision Glasses can be launched later this yr.