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#1
by Be My Eyes
A phone app for people who are blind or have low vision. Point your camera and an AI (or a human volunteer) describes what it sees.
Good for: Low vision: reading labels, mail, medicine bottles
Cost: Free
#2
by OpenAI
A chat assistant you can type or talk to. It answers questions, explains things simply, helps write emails and letters, and can describe photos.
Good for: Everyday questions, writing help, explaining confusing letters or terms
Cost: Free version; paid plans available
#3
by Google
Google's AI assistant. Works in a web browser and on Android phones, and connects with Gmail, Google Maps and other Google apps if you allow it.
Good for: People who already use Google, Gmail or an Android phone
Cost: Free version; paid plans available
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