# Brail-Inspired Texting The 'Tactile Texting' Utensil Helps the Blind Type on Their Cell Phones By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-09-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactile-texting References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1662207/an-interface-that-allows-the-blind-to-text) & [idportal.nl](http://www.idportal.nl/Portfolio3/) Although it may not be easy for the [blind to use cell phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vembi-hexis), this 'Tactile Texting' feature will definitely make it easier. Featuring grooves in certain areas, this 'Tactile Texting' gadget recognizes [specific patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voxelite) which represent specific letters. Using these patterns, the user can then text a full sentence or paragraph without using his vision. Check out the featured video and get a feel for how this 'Tactile Texting' device works. **Implications** - Social good and products that help those in need are becoming increasingly popular in contemporary society. Companies that wish to appeal to the large number of consumers looking to improve the well-being of others should consider these social good options to improve their business as well as the lives of others. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Enhanced Connectivity for the Visually Impaired:** Opportunity for companies to develop innovative devices and technologies that improve communication and accessibility for the blind. - **Tactile Interface Technology:** Opportunity to create new gadgets and tools that utilize tactile patterns to enhance user experience and interaction. - **Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities:** Increasing demand for products and services that assist individuals with disabilities, presenting opportunities for businesses to develop inclusive solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Technology:** Mobile device manufacturers can integrate tactile texting features to enhance accessibility for visually impaired users. - **Assistive Technology:** Companies specializing in assistive technology can develop and market tactile texting devices for the blind. - **Social Impact:** Businesses focused on social good and improving the well-being of others can invest in and promote inclusive technologies like tactile texting. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Braille Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tdot-braille-keyboard.md) - [Tactile Accessible Mobile Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-mobile-technology.md) - [Inclusive Smartphone Control Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assistive-key-device.md) - [Accessible Keyboard-Like Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multidimensional-communication.md) - [Inclusive Label Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-label-maker.md) - [Engaging Braille Education Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-learning-device.md) - [Minimal Braille Learning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartio-edu.md) - [Accessibility-Friendly Tactile Educational Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brailledoodle.md) - [Redefined Braille E-Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dotary-device.md)