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Teenager Develops AI Glasses To Assist The Visually Impaired

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A teenager named Alexander Du developed a low-cost AI-powered wearable to assist visually impaired individuals with navigation.

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  • Alexander Du created an AI-powered wearable called IRIS to aid navigation for visually impaired people.
  • The device utilizes vibration technology for obstacle detection as a low-cost alternative to existing products.
  • The development followed the teenager witnessing his grandmother lose her sight.
  • The White House honored the creator for his innovation.
  • The project aims to provide accessibility tools to a wider global audience.

What to watch next

  • Future efforts to expand the global reach of the IRIS device.

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