Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes is revolutionizing the way people who are blind or have low vision interact with the world, offering a comprehensive suite of tools to enhance their daily lives. With over half a million visually impaired users worldwide, the app connects them to a network of more than 7 million volunteers ready to provide visual descriptions whenever needed. Additionally, the app features an innovative AI image describer, known as 'Be My AI', and a 'Specialized Help' section for direct assistance from company representatives. All these features are available 24/7, in 185 languages, and at no cost.

'Be My AI' is a groundbreaking feature within the Be My Eyes app, enabling users to send images for detailed, conversational AI-generated descriptions in 36 languages. Whether it's checking your appearance before heading out or translating text from various languages, Be My AI offers versatile support powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence.

The 'Specialized Help' section facilitates direct communication with company representatives, ensuring accessible and efficient customer support for products and services, all within the Be My Eyes app.

Be My Eyes is a global, free service available around the clock. Its key features include the ability to choose between connecting with a volunteer, using Be My AI, or contacting a company representative for help. Volunteers and AI assistance are available worldwide and in multiple languages, ensuring no one is left without support.

The app can assist with a variety of tasks, such as:

• Operating home appliances
• Reading product labels
• Matching outfits and identifying clothes
• Reading product expiration dates and cooking instructions
• Reading digital displays or computer screens
• Navigating TV or game menus
• Using vending machines or kiosks
• Sorting music collections or other libraries
• Managing paper mail

Users around the world have praised Be My Eyes for its impact on their lives:

• “It was just amazing that someone from the other side of the world could be in my kitchen and help me with something.” - Julia, Be My Eyes user
• “Having access to Be My AI has been like having an AI friend by my side all the time describing things to me, giving me unprecedented access to the visual world and helping me be more independent.” - Roberto, Be My Eyes User
• “The tie-up between Be My Eyes and Microsoft is fantastic! I don’t know what I would have done to fix my PC issues without their help. Well done!” - Gordon, Be My Eyes User

Be My Eyes has received numerous accolades, including:

• Featured in Time Magazine's 2023 list of best inventions
• 2020 Dubai Expo Global Innovator
• 2018 Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award at the NFB National Convention
• 2018 AbilityNet Accessibility Award at the Tech4Good Awards
• 2018 Google Play Awards for "Best Accessibility Experience"
• 2017 World Summit Awards for Inclusion and Empowerment