Be My Eyes

WHAT IS BE MY EYES? Be My Eyes is a mobile app that provides real-time visual assistance to people who are blind or have low vision. Users connect with trained sighted volunteers through live video calls to get help identifying objects, reading text, navigating spaces, and completing everyday tasks. WHO IS IT FOR? • People who are blind or have low vision • Individuals seeking independent assistance with daily activities • Anyone needing quick visual clarification without relying on in-person helpers • Users wanting community-powered accessibility support KEY FEATURES • Live video connection with vetted sighted volunteers • 24/7 availability across multiple time zones • One-tap access to immediate visual assistance • No appointments or scheduling required • Support for multiple languages • Premium subscription for priority access • AI-powered image recognition (Be My AI feature) PROS • Instant help for urgent visual needs • Builds independence and confidence for users • Free basic tier with volunteer support • Large, trained volunteer network • Flexible, on-demand service • Combines human and AI assistance options CONS • Dependent on volunteer availability for free tier • Premium subscription required for guaranteed response times • Requires smartphone with camera • Privacy considerations with video sharing • Volunteer quality may vary