Be My AI is a GPT-4-based extension of the Be My Eyes app. Blind users take a photo of their surroundings or an object and then receive detailed descriptions, which are spoken in a synthesized voice. They can also ask further questions about details and contexts (Image: DALL-E 3). Be My AI can be used in a variety of situations, including reading labels, translating text, setting up appliances, organizing clothing, and understanding the beauty of a landscape. It also offers written responses in 29 languages, making it accessible to a wider audience. While the app has its advantages, it’s not a replacement for essential mobility aids such as white canes or guide dogs. Users are encouraged to provide feedback to help improve the app as it continues to evolve. The app will become even more powerful when it starts to analyze videos instead of photos. This will allow the blind person to move through his or her environment and receive constant descriptions and assessments of moving objects and changing situations. More information is available at www.bemyeyes.com/blog/announcing-be-my-ai.
BY OLIVER BENDEL
