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Playing video games — blind?

Many computer games are hardly playable for blind people. A start-up from Leipzig wants to develop video games that can be equally enjoyed by both sighted and blind players.

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AI canes: Smart and helpful

AI canes: Smart and helpful

Thanks to sensors, smart canes for the blind can now even detect overhead obstacles and navigate through crowds, enabling new possibilities for independent living.

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DW Sendung Shift | Gesamtsendung

New technology for blind and visually impaired people

New technology for blind and visually impaired people

Could AI and robots improve the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired? Shift looks at some new innovations: Like robot dogs as smart companions, AI canes, and accessible video games.

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Finding his way in the waves

Finding his way in the waves

Blind surfer Ben Neumann surfs by ear – and feel – alone. A wireless headset is helping him to navigate the water. The German para-athlete also competes in world championships.

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