IrisVision

IrisVision is a company that provides wearable low vision glasses aimed at assisting visually impaired individuals. Their product lineup includes the Inspire and Live 2.0 models, which are available in the US and Australia. IrisVision’s technology is developed in collaboration with vision scientists from Johns Hopkins University, Stanford University, and UPMC Pittsburgh, and is supported by a research grant from the National Eye Institute. The devices are class 1 registered medical devices and incorporate advanced features such as remote screening, delivery, 1-on-1 training, and support. IrisVision’s technology integrates neuroscience, augmented reality, and wearable mobile devices, and is backed by Samsung’s hardware and virtual reality technology. The devices are designed to help with conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinitis pigmentosa, glaucoma, Stargardt disease, and optic neuropathy. They offer various modes including scene mode, reading mode, bioptic mode, and OCR (Optical Character Recognition), and are equipped with a high-definition camera and a wide field of view. IrisVision’s products are lifestyle-friendly, helping users manage their vision health and stay connected with features like YouTube and Amazon Alexa integration. They also include a flashlight feature for low-light environments. IrisVision has assisted over three thousand people in improving their vision and offers a 30-day evaluation period for their products. Veterans can access these devices at no cost through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, IrisVision provides personalized 1:1 coaching and free remote support for their users.