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The 5 W’s (and 1 H) on OrCam Read (self.Blind)
submitted by AdaptiVision
OrCam recently released a new personal reading device. About the size of a pen, it reads aloud any printed or digital text. If you're curious about the device -- what people are saying, what's the cost, and whether it's right for you -- check out our blog post: $1
Laser_Lens_4 3 points 2y ago
Has OrCam gotten over their little man syndrome yet?
Drunken_Idaho 2 points 2y ago
From this product promo, I'd say no lol.
Drunken_Idaho 2 points 2y ago
Ha, no.
1700 dollars? My God how are companies still doing this in 2020?
A 500 dollar iPhone with seeing ai over this thing any time.
Sure it'd be nice to have a dedicated reading pen but not almost 2 grand nice.
Also how many blind people could afford this thing without going into crippling debt? Says right on the blog post there you should ask your church or school.
Way to perpetuate the cycle of helplessness and reliance on charity for overpriced gadgets that won't even be supported in 2 years.
Thanks but no thanks Orcam.
1700 dollars? My God how are companies still doing this in 2020?
A 500 dollar iPhone with seeing ai over this thing any time.
Sure it'd be nice to have a dedicated reading pen but not almost 2 grand nice.
Also how many blind people could afford this thing without going into crippling debt? Says right on the blog post there you should ask your church or school.
Way to perpetuate the cycle of helplessness and reliance on charity for overpriced gadgets that won't even be supported in 2 years.
Thanks but no thanks Orcam.
AdaptiVision [OP] 1 points 2y ago
Hi there and thanks for your feedback! We are actually an independent distributor that researches the best and latest available technologies for blindness and low vision. We recognize there are differences in the technology reflected in the price points. Some people do better with a dedicated product, though it is often just a matter of personal preference.
You may be interested in checking out this video by Henshaws comparing the different OCR technologies available in 2020: $1
You may be interested in checking out this video by Henshaws comparing the different OCR technologies available in 2020: $1
Drunken_Idaho 1 points 2y ago
Thanks for your thoughtful response.
I don't agree with the business model but I respect your trying to do something in a landscape where there are very few options.
Best of luck.
I don't agree with the business model but I respect your trying to do something in a landscape where there are very few options.
Best of luck.
AdaptiVision [OP] 1 points 2y ago
Thank you!
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