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Sightless Shopping Assistants

The See by Dinard da Mata Gives the Blind Eyes to Help them Shop

— September 10, 2012 — Unique
Shopping has got to be one of the most frustrating experiences for the visually impaired -- it certainly already is for those who have sight. See by Dinard da Mata is a device that can make the necessary exercise more successful for a blind person who hopes to shop independently.

This gadget is a high-tech bracelet, made of a sleek, glossy and flexible material that can be fixed comfortably to your wrist or presumably used effectively while held in one hand. See by Dinard da Mata has been designed to read the barcodes of all products in order to identify ambiguous boxes and to inform its wearer about its price, material and more. This information is communicated verbally through a pair of Bluetooth earbuds.
Trend Themes
1. Assistive Shopping Technology - The development of high-tech devices like See by Dinard da Mata opens up opportunities for assistive shopping technology that can enhance the independence and experience of visually impaired individuals.
2. Barcode Scanning Wearable - The use of barcode scanning wearables, like the See by Dinard da Mata, can revolutionize the way visually impaired individuals shop by providing them with instant information about products.
3. Accessible Shopping Solutions - The creation of accessible shopping solutions, such as the See by Dinard da Mata, can create a more inclusive shopping experience for individuals with visual impairments.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The assistive technology industry can explore the development of innovative devices like See by Dinard da Mata to cater to the needs of visually impaired individuals.
2. Retail - The retail industry can adopt barcode scanning wearables like See by Dinard da Mata to improve the shopping experience for visually impaired customers, making their stores more accessible and inclusive.
3. Wearable Tech - The wearable tech industry can integrate barcode scanning capabilities into their devices, inspired by the success of products like See by Dinard da Mata, to enhance accessibility and usability for visually impaired users.
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