# Visual Assistance Wearables The 'Nomad' Wearable Technology Device Guides the Visually Impaired By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technology-device References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/02/08/oculus-for-the-visually-impaired/) The 'Nomad' wearable technology device is designed to help those with visual impairments to navigate a city or location without having to feel out of touch with their surroundings. Utilizing LiDAR technology, the 'Nomad' is inspired by the technology at work within [autonomous car projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedivere). This makes the wearable 'Nomad' headset capable of being used to guide users through busy cities, traffic and new neighborhoods without feeling as though they are unaware of what's around them. The 'Nomad' wearable technology device is the design work of Jorge Enrique Paez and relies on Blindscape (a [mapping app for the visually impaired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navigation-system)) to offer users audio feedback to ensure they are always heading in the correct direction of their final destination. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Lidar Technology:** LiDAR technology can be leveraged to develop wearable devices that assist visually impaired individuals in navigating unfamiliar environments. - **Visual Assistance Wearables:** The development of visual assistance wearables presents opportunities to enhance the independence and mobility of people with visual impairments. - **Audio Feedback Solutions:** Incorporating audio feedback solutions into wearable devices can provide visually impaired individuals with real-time information and guidance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can explore the development of visually impaired-focused devices that utilize LiDAR technology and provide audio feedback solutions. - **Assistive Technology:** The assistive technology industry can expand its offerings by incorporating visual assistance wearables that cater to the needs of visually impaired individuals. - **Navigation and Mapping:** The navigation and mapping industry can collaborate with developers to create specialized mapping apps, like Blindscape, that integrate with wearable devices to assist navigation for the visually impaired. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haptic Navigation Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-navigation-wristband.md) - [Wearable Assistive Smart Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lighthouse-tech.md) - [Robotic Visual Impairment Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-guidance-device.md) - [AI-Powered Visual Co-Pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biped.md) - [AI-Powered Mobility Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navicane.md) - [Neck-Worn Navigational Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loovic.md) - [Visual Impairment Support Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-bone-conduction-headset.md) - [Setting-Describing Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seekr.md) - [Visual Eyewear Visor Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-aid-smart-visor.md)