PingPath is a navigation and assistive tech tool designed for people with visual impairments. It uses spatial audio, LiDAR, and AI to help users navigate indoor spaces, identify objects, and answer contextual questions about their surroundings. The app emphasizes independence and situational awareness by providing indoor maps, real-time guidance, and interactive question-asking capabilities via voice input. It also offers a beta tester program and provides accessibility-focused resources and support.
How PingPath Works
- Leverages spatial audio cues and LiDAR data to map indoor environments.
- Uses AI to identify objects and pathways, helping users find routes and avoid obstacles.
- Voice controls enable users to ask questions such as how much money is on a table, calories in a drink, or directions to a location (e.g., the fridge).
- Integrates with a conversational interface (Ask Siri or PingPath) to provide hands-free operation.
- Aims to improve independence and situational awareness for users navigating unfamiliar spaces.
How to Use PingPath
- Open PingPath on your device and ensure your hardware sensors (spatial audio, LiDAR) are enabled.
- Navigate with audio cues: listen to spatial audio feedback and object identification to move through indoor spaces.
- Ask questions using voice: say phrases like "How much money is on the table?" or "How can I get to the fridge?" to receive guided assistance.
- Explore maps and routes: use the app’s indoor maps to understand layouts and plan paths.
- Join the beta tester program if interested, and provide feedback to help improve the experience.
Core Features
- Spatial audio guidance to help navigate indoor spaces
- LiDAR-based environmental awareness for obstacle and layout detection
- AI-powered object identification and pathfinding
- Voice-controlled interaction for hands-free use
- Indoor maps and route planning
- Question-answer capability for contextual information about surroundings
- Beta tester program to contribute feedback and improvements
- Accessibility-focused resources and support (Terms, Privacy Policy, Open Source references)