A South Korean startup has created an active Braille smartwatch for the visually impaired that can be read by touch. Aptly named Dot, the wearable relays the time with a set of pins that rise and fall. Users will be able to receive and read text messages in real time, read e-books and even learn Braille.
.. Continue Reading Braille smartwatch lets blind read textsSection: Wearable Electronics
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from Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine http://ift.tt/1M7ABNd
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