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Tactile iPhone case concept for the visually impaired
textually.org —
... This Silicon Touch iPhone case is used with an app store application designed for the Blind and the Visually Impaired to allow special accessibility functions like text-to-speech features and a moon type tactile alphabet keyboard.
This simple silicon case, covers all the Apple iPhone device, and with the help of the engraved bas-relief icons, keyboard and multi-touch scrolls, it gives fully access to the interface beneath.
Designer: Bruno Fosi
[via Yanko Design] ...
InVision Case Makes the iPhone Blind-Friendly, Defiantly Screenless [Accessibility]
Gizmodo —
... Feel-good sentiment aside, a project like this would face some huge hurdles. Not only would the screenreading and interface apps likely require a good deal of research and development, but their deep integration into the iPhone's OS would almost certainly violate the App Store rules, which can and one day will be construed to mean that Apple despises blind people. Right? RIGHT? Controversy! [Yanko] ...
With ‘Silicon Touch’ visually impaired scroll through the iPhone
Gizmo Watch —
... of modified bas-relief buttons engraved on it and it fits perfectly atop the iPhone gelling well with its apps, allowing the user to proficiently use the multi-touch scrolling, text to speech and the tactile feedback, which the iPhone lacked for the visually impaired until. The user has to compromise on none of the features of the iPhone, all that’s required to make the casing compatible is to install a special application and organize the case to the iPhone’s feasts.
Via: YankoDesign
The iPhone case that’s designed for the blind and visually impaired
CrunchGear —
... (Random fact: I’m legally blind in New York without my glasses.) It’d work with an iPhone App to make it so that people can feel what they’re typing, be it the SMS icon or actual, individual letters.
You don’t lose multi-touch functionality, either.
Now, the caveats. This has only been designed; you can’t yet walk into a store or order one online yet. Perhaps one of you have a factory in China you’d like to donate?
via Yanko Design
Silicon Touch: an iPhone case for the visually impaired
Engadget —
... not designed for touch typing), which makes this case by designer Bruno Fosi all the more impressive. The Silicon Touch covers the phone's screen and features a selection of bas-relief buttons that correspond to menu items in a custom app, allowing those with diminished sight access to all the phone's functions, including multi-touch and finger flick scrolling. Right now it's just a concept, but we're hoping to see this one become a reality sooner rather than later. [Via Yanko Design] ...
Nova case Silicon Touch para iPhone é perfeita para cegos e/ou deficientes visuais
MacMagazine —
... que faria a pessoa sentir no que está tocando (feedback táctil) — seja um ícone de SMS ou um caractere específico. E o melhor: a funcionalidade multi-touch não é perdida.
Mas tenha calma, o produto (ainda) não está à venda, é apenas um conceito criado pelo designer Bruno Fosi. Torçamos para que se torne realidade logo, ainda que seja estranho a pessoa não poder desfrutar do que o iPhone tem de melhor: sua linda interface.
[Via: Yanko Design.] ...
Silicon Touch Brings the iPhone to the Blind
Mobilewhack.com —
[image] In these modern times we should definitely be able to communicate no matter what. That’s why this Silicon Touch iPhone case comes in handy. The visually impaired can now use an iPhone . The case has a selection of bas-relief buttons which cover the touchscreen thus making various buttons accessible to the blind . The concept is really smart and it should enter production. via Yanko Tags: Apple , blind , case , iPhone , Mobile News , Other Brands
Silicon Touch iPhone case concept is for the visually impaired
SlashGear —
... Now this is pretty cool. Even though it’s only a concept at this point, the Silicon Touch iPhone case is an accessory for your iPhone that’s meant for those who are visually impaired. And the real plus side here is that it doesn’t take away any of the iPhone’s functionality. ...
Finally! Tactile feedback for the iPhone … sort of!
Technology - Channel Feed —
... Takashi’s Yanko Design features something really interesting for the iPhone - a case that gives you tactile feedback. The casing envelops the entire iPhone like the usual jelly cases we see in the market with the difference being — the keys are marked in braille. Not exactly the tactile feedback you were expecting, but it is a good idea. The jelly comes in many “designs” depending on what GUI you’re currently on. The jelly case works in tandem with text to speech options and special applications for the iPhone. ...
Apple iPhone 3G case for visually impaired: Silicone Touch
PR News: —
... as well as an application that allows the two to work together. The screen cover displays tactile icons and symbols, with the application software placing buttons behind the surface features.
The silicone case has been engraved with modified bas-relief buttons, each of these correspond to a modified home-screen on your Apple iPhone. All of the phone’s features still work, so if a friend or family member wants to use your iPhone; all they need to do is remove the case.
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Concepto para que personas no videntes puedan utilizar el iPhone
Gizmología —
... puedan utilizar el iPhone. ¿Cómo? La verdad que es muy simple y parece hasta raro que no se haya creado anteriormente. Lo único que hizo fue crear una especie de funda para el teléfono con relieve.
La idea es que tanto el software funcionase en conjunto a la funda con algunas características como, por ejemplo, text-to-speech. Una idea súper interesante que ayudaría y pondría en igual condición a miles de personas con este problema.
Enlace: This iPhone is “Touchier” Than Most
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Tactile silicon case allows visually impaired people to use the iPhone
IntoMobile - Cell Phone News, Information, and Analysis —
... to use the iPhone. The case is engraved with modified bas-relief buttons that correspond to a modified homescreen and is should work in tandem with a specially prepared application to add accessibility functions like text to speech and moon type tactile feedback. As a result, none of the iPhone’s functions are compromised, multi-touch and finger flicking included.
In a word - brilliant! Hopefully, someone will pick the idea and actually do something about it.
[Via: Yanko Design]
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My Chumby’s Fish!
Yanko Design —
... become a cinch. Now you can go away on long trips without needing a fish sitter.
Wait, that’s not all! A colorful touch screen and webcam enable you to feed your friend’s fish and maintain aquarium health. The Chumby’s accelerometer, compression sensors and microphone allow real-time online interaction with your friends’ fish, using the captured shake and tap movements to simulate vibrations and air bubbles each other’s aquarium!
Designer: Bruno Fosi
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Wrist Phone For Troubled Times
Yanko Design —
... Pre-Paid Phone could be that life-saving device, which could get you out of a sticky situation.
Simple, non pretentious, the phone is a very basic device that is devoid of the fancy stuff. This makes its cheap to manufacture and market. Another point in its favor is the portability factor; you can simply wrap it around your wrist. Leaving the connectivity issues aside, the phone has the potential to make its mark. But that doesn’t mean you don’t take your regular cellphone along!
Designer: Shirley A. Roberts ...
