Hi Billy
You would be better contacting your local Guide Dogs team and take it from
there.
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billy inglis
Sent: 14 April 2016 09:25
To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [access-uk] Re: looking for a device
hi guys, Not followed the thread fully, but I have to ask if anyone can advise
me.
I had a guide dog a number of years ago, but had to return the dog because of
health reasons. As my health deteriated so much, but as I am now a little
better health wise.
I was wondering if I could apply for a guide dog again?, can anyone advise or
help, Billy
On 13/04/2016 19:20, Eleanor burke wrote:
forgive me asking on this list but have come Alison is able to choose a new
guide dog? my guide dogs were selected for me as being suitable for me. I did
not select them.
On 13 Apr 2016, at 18:22, pete gurney <pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:-
hi john,
we're both doing fine, alison is choosing her new guide dog on friday
as her current one tillie has cancer and has to retire.
the price for the buzz clip is 149 US dollars plus 30 dollars for
shipping.
so roughly £128 and they are going to make sure it's labelled
correctly so people wont get charged VAT and admin charges when it
arrives over here.
here is the full description.
pete.
Introducing the BuzzClip Empowering those living with Vision Loss to
Move Freely and Safely The BuzzClip is a small and discreet wearable
for people that are blind or partially sighted . The device uses
ultrasound to detect obstacles that may lie directly in one's path.
It then notifies the user of these obstacles through intuitive
vibrations , allowing the user to safely navigate around any objects
that they may encounter. The BuzzClip offers essential head level
obstacle detection and can be attached to many forms of clothing,
making it a highly versatile and useful device.
Why The BuzzClip is Important...
Orientation and Mobility
is difficult for a person living with blindness or partial sight. In
urban jungles like Toronto, there happen to be many hazardous
obstacles scattered all over the city that are difficult to detect.
Navigating around busy streets with construction signs, barriers,
promotional signboards and tree branches has always been a daily challenge
for those living with vision loss.
A major pain point that needs to be addressed is detecting obstacles
above the waist, particularly at the head level. Traditional aids
such as a cane or a guide dog do not always address these issues. As
a result, irritable or serious accidents are a frequent nuisance for
someone living with blindness or significant loss of vision.
Moreover, due to the social stigma attached with visual impairment,
for those who are partially sighted , there are no solutions at all.
Many of these individuals tend to opt out of using a cane or a guide
dog as they do not want to stand out in public or be perceived as someone
that needs help.
Feel the Buzz. Not the Bump.
Utilizing a device like the BuzzClip can greatly improve day-to-day
life for a person living with blindness or severe vision loss by:
Reducing Accidents & Irritable Injuries
• Improving Independence & Confidence
• Quickening Rehabilitation & Training
• Reducing Care & Rehabilitation Costs
• Providing a Hands-Free Solution
• Reducing Fear of Mobility
• Encouraging an Active Lifestyle Key Features Accurate
Proximity Sensor The BuzzClip can accurately detect anything coming
into its range of detection. The sensor ensures that the distance to
any nearby obstacles is accurately measured regardless of lighting
conditions or transparency of the object. It does this by sending and
receiving sound waves. The received information is then relayed back
to the user instantly through intuitive vibrations.
Dual Range Detection
The BuzzClip has two selectable ranges: a
1 meter
range and a
2 meter
range. Users can gauge the distance to an object within the specified range
through intuitive vibrations from the BuzzClip:
The frequency and intensity of the vibrations increase as an obstacle
gets closer to the user (or vice versa) At about arm's length (50 cm)
there will be 3 quick vibrations warning the user to stop and make
sure the path ahead is clear.
Twist to Toggle Modes
You can toggle between the
1 meter and 2 meter
modes by simply twisting the top piece of the BuzzClip. The
simplified dial switch makes it much easier for a user to toggle
modes while actually wearing the device. In addition, a tactile indent has
been included on this top part to indicate the selected mode to the user.
OFF NEAR
FAR
Haptic Feedback
The spring loaded arm can be easily opened and locked through a
simple push and pull motion. The vibrator motor is at the end of
this arm is encircled in a sweat proof enclosure. This allows the
intuitive vibrations to be isolated , providing a stronger response
signal to the user. Ideal for when one is wearing loose clothing.
Battery and Charging
The battery will easily last up to 10 hours under rigorous use and
can be charged using any standard Micro-USB cable. The BuzzClip
indicated its battery level to the user through specific vibrations
as soon as it's turned on.
Battery Indications:
4
vibrations indicates that the battery is above 75%
3
vibrations indicates the battery is between 50% – 75%
2
vibrations indicates the battery is between 25% - 50%
1
vibration indicates that the battery is less than 25%......Charge it
soon!
Versatile and Discreet
The BuzzClip can be worn many different ways based on one's mobility
needs. It can be easily clipped onto shirts, t-shirts, on sleeves
(long or short), sweaters, jeans, sweatpants, and more.
Multiple BuzzClips can also be used at once for greater coverage
around one's body. This would give a blind or partially sighted user much
more information about their immediate surroundings. For example, one on the
chest and one of each sleeve in order to protect your front and sides.
The Spring Clip ensures stable and secure attachment to many forms of
clothing. It has been designed with an angle so that when one is
wearing thicker winter clothing, the sensor remains parallel to their body..
--
pete gurney <pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
On Wed, 13 Apr 2016 17:51:55 +0100
john gallagher <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
hi pete how you doing this sounds interesting. any help is better than
nothing. have you any idea of the price of this thing.
----- Original Message -----
From: pete gurney <pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Wednesday, 13 April 2016 5.13 pm
Subject: [access-uk] Re: looking for a device
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hi adrien,
there is a product that is about to be launched called the buzz
clip that might work for you.
it can be hung around your neck or clipped on to your clothing and
to make sure you retain contact to it it has a sprung loaded
vibration pad so for example if you clipped it on your shirt the
device would be outside your shirt with the spring and vibration
pad inside your shirt so if you lent forward and the shirt loosened
the spring would extend so the vibration pad kept contact with you.
it has a couple of different distance detection settings to choose from.
it can be pre-ordered at the following url and they expect to ship
by mid june:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-buzzclip-wearable-ultrasound
-for-the-blind/x/10507181#/story
pete.
--
pete gurney <pete@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
On Wed, 13 Apr 2016 16.21.36 60100
"Adrien Collins" <adriencollins22160@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi
I am in a wheelchair and am visually impaired, I am looking for a device
that will alert me if i am about to crash into something, I know there
are gadgets for walking visually impaired but am looking for something
that will help me from knee high. I have a brain injury and it only takes
a second for me to lose concentration and i hit a door or a wall or
another person. Something to alert me would be useful. I know the
technology is out there but it is finding it in a form I can use. any
ideas please guys?
Regards
Adrien
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