EchoSight is an innovative mobile web application designed to enhance the mobility and independence of visually impaired individuals. By providing audio descriptions of their surroundings through the use of the phone's camera, EchoSight offers a 360-degree awareness tool in the palm of your hand. This application combines the power of Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Text-to-Speech (TTS) technologies to deliver real-time information about the environment.

• Real-time object and scene recognition using the phone's camera
• Contextual and spatial audio descriptions for comprehensive environmental awareness
• Intuitive web interface specifically designed for ease of use by visually impaired individuals
• No installation required; accessible directly via web browser on most modern smartphones
• Strong commitment to user privacy and data security

• A smartphone with a camera and internet connectivity
• Headphones for the best audio description experience

1. Open the web browser on your smartphone.
2. Go to [EchoSight Web App URL].
3. Grant the necessary permissions for the app to access the phone's camera.
4. Use the app's features to navigate and interact with your surroundings.

To use EchoSight, follow these simple steps:

1. Ensure your device's internet connection is active.
2. Point your device's camera at the environment around you.
3. The app will automatically begin to describe the scene audibly.
4. Use gestures or voice commands to interact with the application if needed.

• Pranathi Mokshagundam
• Chaitra Vishweshwaraiah
• Wesley Shih

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all individuals and organizations that have supported the development and refinement of EchoSight.

EchoSight is designed as a supplementary navigational aid and should be used in conjunction with other navigation methods recommended for visually impaired users.

For further information, feedback, or inquiries, get in touch with us at [email protected].