Samsung developed Galaxy Core Advance with accessibility in mind and they’ve just announced three new accessories that enhance the accessibility of the device. The new accessories were created after “research and in-depth interviews” and includes an Ultrasonic Cover, Optical Scan Stand and Voice Label.
The Ultrasonic Cover allows users to detect obstacles and navigate unfamiliar places by sending an alert through a vibration or TTS feedback. By holding the Cover in front of the user, it can enhance a visually impaired user’s awareness of their surroundings by sensing the presence of a person or object up to 2 meters away.
The Optical Scan Stand positions the device to focus on printed materials, automatically activating the Optical Scan application, which recognizes text from an image and reads it aloud to the user. The Optical Scan Stand is particularly useful when a consumer is alone, automatically initiating the application to read text as soon as paper is sensed on the stand.
The Voice Label assists users in distinguishing objects by allowing them to make notes and tag voice labels easily on-the-go. With NFC technology enabling a seamless connection to their smartphones, users can record, stop and access their notes. This feature can also help a user distinguish how to use electronics by allowing them to record a short explanation.
Galaxy Core Advance is currently available in limited markets with South Korea being the most recent one to get it.
Samsung claims similar accessories will be available for other Galaxy devices in the future.
Ultrasonic Cover:
Optical Scan Stand:
Voice Label:
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