NSquirrel
iPF Novice
Sometimes you come across by chance an app that is obviously really worthwhile - not that many others aren't. I came across a short video on the BBC website of an app called Be My Eyes at An app to help blind people to 'see' - BBC News While they talk about using an iPhone, the app is on the iPad app store -and is free. (Btw, I have nothing to do with the app!)
From their website: ( at Be My Eyes | Lend Your Eyes to the Blind)
Bringing Sight to the Blind and Visually Impaired
Be My Eyes is an app that connects blind and visually impaired with sighted helpers from around the world via live video connection.
Blind Requests Assistance
A blind person requests assistance in the Be My Eyes app. The challenge that he/she needs help with can be anything from knowing the expiry date on the milk to navigating new surroundings.
Volunteer Receives Video And Describes
The volunteer helper receives a notification for help and a live video connection is established. From the live video the volunteer can help the blind person by answering the question they need answered.
From their website: ( at Be My Eyes | Lend Your Eyes to the Blind)
Bringing Sight to the Blind and Visually Impaired
Be My Eyes is an app that connects blind and visually impaired with sighted helpers from around the world via live video connection.
Blind Requests Assistance
A blind person requests assistance in the Be My Eyes app. The challenge that he/she needs help with can be anything from knowing the expiry date on the milk to navigating new surroundings.
Volunteer Receives Video And Describes
The volunteer helper receives a notification for help and a live video connection is established. From the live video the volunteer can help the blind person by answering the question they need answered.
