What is Aira, and how does visual interpreting work? 🎙️

We joined Vision Ireland on Talking Technology to break it down.

In episode 109, Jenine Stanley shares how Aira connects people who are blind or have low vision with trained Visual Interpreters for real-time access to visual information. You’ll also hear what it’s like behind the scenes from a Visual Interpreter, plus a look at what’s ahead with Meta smart glasses.

From everyday tasks to unexpected moments, this episode gives a clear, human look at visual interpreting in action.

🎧 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wspFbhUARAo

#AccessForAll #AssistiveTechnology #BlindAndLowVision #Accessibility #VisualInterpreting

ICYMI: Our CEO, Troy Otillio, joined the Blind Level Tech podcast to talk about the evolution of Aira. He shared how Visual Interpreting empowers people who are blind or have low vision with access to visual information, and where human expertise and AI work together by choice.

Hear Troy’s journey from Silicon Valley to Aira, the latest on wearables, and how Access AI fits into the toolbox of solutions.

🎧 Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/troy-otillio-ceo-of-aira/id1675094936?i=1000735420316

Learn more about Aira: https://aira.io

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Aira Access at Kansas City International Airport ✈️

"True accessibility means every traveler should feel welcomed and empowered when they walk through our airport doors," said Mayor Quinton Lucas.

Now, all KCI guests can enjoy complimentary Aira access during their travels. Navigate terminals, locate gates, operate kiosks, and explore dining and shopping with greater independence.

https://fox4kc.com/news/kansas-city-international-airport-launches-new-service-to-travelers-who-are-blind/

#AccessibleTravel #AccessibleAirports #VisualInterpreting #AssistiveTechnology

🚶‍♀️✈️ Whether it’s navigating the “last 50 feet,” catching a connecting flight, or planning ahead, Aira’s Visual Interpreters can make travel smoother and more informed. Based on our 2024 Explorer Survey, here are 5 effective strategies to enhance your navigation experience with Aira.

🔗 https://aira.io/navigating-with-aira-5-effective-strategies/

#AiraExplorers #AccessibilityMatters #NavigationSupport #InclusiveTech #VisualInterpreting

🌍✨ This week, the Aira team is attending the Travel Ability Summit in San Francisco alongside accessible travel partner Flight for Sight! Each year, Flight for Sight awards three $10,000 travel grants, empowering blind and low vision individuals to design and lead transformative travel projects.

Past grant winners have brought white canes to Ghana, introduced blind sports in Italy, and shared accessible design insights from Japan with the U.S. The grant has also empowered a blind DJ's tour of Europe and supported a blind photographer in capturing stunning photography across America’s landscapes.

As a proud sponsor, Aira will continue to provide visual interpreting services to grant winners, ensuring accessibility, independence, and support on their journeys.

Check out the projects this incredible organization is bringing to life and apply today!

https://www.flightforsight.net/
https://lnkd.in/g7--EUpH

#DisabilityAccess #EmpowerThroughTravel #VisualInterpreting #AccessibleTravel

Hands-Free Assistance with Aira & Meta Ray-Bans! 😎

Check out Carrie on Accessibility demonstrating how easy it is to use Aira with the new Meta Ray-Bans. Now, all Meta Ray-Bans users can connect directly with Aira's professional Visual Interpreters through this integration. You can connect through the new "Customize Call" option. Follow these steps from your updated Aira app to get started:

1. On the Home page, select the new “Customize Call” button, then select the "Meta Ray Bans" option.
2. Your Visual Interpreter will initiate a call through Whatsapp. Simply select "join" to transition the call.
3. Double tap the button on your glasses near your temple to transition the camera view to your Meta Ray-Bans.

Want even smoother integration? Advocate and let @meta know you want #HeyMetaCallAira.

Learn more at our blog: aira.io/meta-ray-bans-public-beta-open-to-all/

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6lwkJctnRY

#AccessibleTech #MetaRayBans #VisualInterpreting #InclusiveTech

Aira’s Meta Ray-Bans Beta Open to All! 🎉🕶️
Now live for everyone with Meta Ray-Bans! You can connect with Aira's professional Visual Interpreters seamlessly through the new "Customize Call" option. Follow these steps to get started:
1. Ensure your Aira Explorer app is up to date.
2. On the Home page, select “Meta Ray-Bans” under the new “Customize Call” option, located below the “Call an Aira agent” button.

Get hands-free assistance with Aira and Meta Ray-Bans today! Want even more features? Advocate for deeper integration and let @meta know you want #HeyMetaCallAira.

Learn more at our blog: aira.io/meta-ray-bans-public-beta-open-to-all/

Need help?
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 1-800-835-1934

#AccessibleTech #Aira #MetaRayBans #VisualInterpreting #InclusiveTech

Aira X Meta Ray-Bans Beta: Over 75% of Waitlist Now Live!

Over 3/4 of our waitlist now has access to Aira’s professional Visual Interpreting via the Meta Ray-Bans smart glasses! Audio and video are working smoothly, but imagine how much more powerful these smart glasses could be with deeper Meta integration. That’s where we need your help!

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join for Aira early access:
- Open the Aira app
- Go to “More”
- Tap “Smart Glasses”
- Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To unlock the full potential of hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Check out our blog for resources, launch details, and a link to our video overview on YouTube:

https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/

#AccessibleTech #MetaRayBans #VisualInterpreting

"I'm thrilled about this!" - Explorer Konnie E. shares her experience using Aira with the Meta Ray Bans! (jump to 5:42 for the start of the call) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7prEFEI3mwI

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join the waitlist:

Open the Aira app | Go to “More” | Tap “Smart Glasses”

Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To fully unlock hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Share a Testimonial: Submit a positive review for Aira to feature on social media (with your permission).

Advocate to Meta: Open the Meta View App | Go to Settings → Help & Support → Submit a Report | Select Feature Request and share your thoughts!

Need help or have feedback? Email [email protected] or call 1-800-835-1934.

For resources, launch details, and a video overview, visit our blog: http://aira.io/ray-bans-beta

#AccessibleTech #MetaRayBans #VisualInterpreting

Aira X Meta Ray-Bans Beta: Over 50% of Waitlist Now Live!

Over half of our waitlist now has access to Aira’s professional Visual Interpreting via the Meta Ray-Bans smart glasses! Audio and video are working smoothly, but imagine how much more powerful these smart glasses could be with deeper Meta integration. That’s where we need your help!

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join for Aira early access:
- Open the Aira app
- Go to “More”
- Tap “Smart Glasses”
- Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To unlock the full potential of hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Check out our blog for resources, launch details, and a link to our video overview on YouTube:

https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/

#AccessibleTech #MetaRayBans #VisualInterpreting