Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes is revolutionizing the way people who are blind or have low vision interact with the world around them, offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance their independence and daily living. With over half a million visually impaired users worldwide, the Be My Eyes app is a beacon of innovation and support, connecting users with a vast network of over 7 million sighted volunteers, an advanced AI image describer, and direct access to company representatives for product assistance—all within a single, user-friendly application.

Available in 185 languages and accessible 24/7 at no cost, Be My Eyes ensures that help is always just a tap away, no matter where you are in the world. The app's latest feature, 'Be My AI', introduces a groundbreaking AI assistant that provides detailed, conversational visual descriptions in 36 languages. Whether you're checking your makeup before an evening out or need text translated from hundreds of different languages, Be My AI is equipped to assist with a wide range of tasks, enhancing user independence and accessibility.

Additionally, the 'Specialized Help' feature connects users directly with official company representatives, offering tailored support for product-related queries, making customer service more accessible and efficient for those with visual impairments.

Be My Eyes is not just an app; it's a lifeline that empowers users to tackle everyday challenges with confidence. From using home appliances and reading product labels to navigating digital interfaces and sorting mail, Be My Eyes offers a helping hand for a variety of tasks. The impact of Be My Eyes on its users is profound, as reflected in their testimonials and the app's numerous accolades, including mentions in Time Magazine's best inventions of 2023, and awards from the NFB National Convention, Tech4Good Awards, Google Play Awards, and the World Summit Awards.

FREE. GLOBAL. 24/7.

Be My Eyes Key Features:

• Get assistance on your own terms: call a volunteer, chat with Be My AI, or contact a company representative.
• Volunteers and Be My AI available globally 24/7
• Always free of charge
• 185 languages worldwide in 150+ countries

What can Be My Eyes help you with?

• Using home appliances
• Reading product labels
• Matching outfits and identifying clothes
• Helping to read product expiration dates and cooking instructions
• Reading digital displays or computer screens
• Navigating TV or game menus
• Operating vending machines or kiosks
• Sorting music collections or other libraries
• Sorting and dealing with paper mail

What the World is Saying About Be My Eyes:

“It was just amazing that someone from the other side of the world could be in my kitchen and help me with something.” - Julia, Be My Eyes user

“Having access to Be My AI has been like having an AI friend by my side all the time describing things to me, giving me unprecedented access to the visual world and helping me be more independent.” - Roberto, Be My Eyes User

“The tie-up between Be My Eyes and Microsoft is fantastic! I don’t know what I would have done to fix my PC issues without their help. Well done!” - Gordon, Be My Eyes User

Selected Awards:

• Mentioned in the 2023 Time Magazine best inventions
• 2020 Dubai Expo Global Innovator.
• 2018 Winner of the Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award at the NFB National Convention.
• 2018 Winner of AbilityNet Accessibility Award at the Tech4Good Awards.
• 2018 Google Play Awards for “Best Accessibility Experience”.
• 2017 Winner of World Summit Awards - Inclusion and Empowerment.