[Ohio-Talk] Be My Eyes Partners with Microsoft.

Tue May 21 23:58:18 UTC 2024

	May 21, 2024
Press Contact: press at bemyeyes.com <mailto:press at bemyeyes.com> 
Phone: +39 3491973921

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

to Launch Be My Eyes for Windows App 
San Francisco, CA  - May 21, 2024 - Be My Eyes, the world's leading provider
of accessibility solutions for people who are blind or have low vision, is
thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Be My Eyes App on
Windows desktop, with immediate availability in the Microsoft Store.
Developed in partnership with Microsoft, this collaboration marks a
significant milestone in the Be My Eyes's mission to make the world more
accessible for 340 million people who are blind or have low vision.

A little over a year since the successful debut of the Be My AI(T)
functionality on Android and iOS platforms, Be My Eyes is proud to introduce
its latest innovation, tailored specifically for Windows users. Unveiling
the Be My Eyes for Windows App during Microsoft's Build Week demonstrates
the commitment of Be My Eyes to leverage cutting-edge technology in order to
enhance accessibility and inclusivity on a global scale.

"We are excited to collaborate with Microsoft to bring the Be My Eyes App to
Windows users worldwide,"  said Mike Buckley, CEO of Be My Eyes. "This
collaboration reflects our shared commitment to making technology more
accessible and inclusive for everyone."

The Be My Eyes App, offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to
provide rich visual descriptions to users who are blind or have low vision.
>From photos and graphs to screenshots and web pages, the app delivers
detailed descriptions in real-time, enhancing the way individuals interact
with their personal computers.

Key features of the Be My Eyes for Windows App include:
*	Describe Your Screen: Gain detailed descriptions of application
interfaces and web page layouts with ease.
*	Describe Local Images: Receive comprehensive descriptions of family
photos, documents, and more by simply uploading images to the Be My Eyes
app.
*	Describe Online Images: Seamlessly access descriptions of images
encountered while browsing the web, ensuring no visual content goes
unnoticed.
*	Help Get Ready for Video Calls: Prepare for video calls with
detailed descriptions of visual aspects, enhancing communication
experiences.

The Be My Eyes App also includes an interactive chatbot feature, allowing
users to ask follow-up questions and delve deeper into the content being
described. This interactive feature enhances engagement and fosters a more
enriching user experience for people who are blind or have low vision.

"The new Be My Eyes for Windows App will soon become an essential resource
for accessing all the information on the desktop," said Andy Lane, a Be My
Eyes user. "It's set to become a valuable tool for anyone who is blind or
has low vision!"

The Be My Eyes for Windows App is available for free on the Microsoft Store,
improving access to desktop files, images, and web content for individuals
who are blind or have low vision. For more information about this innovative
solution, please visit this link.
<https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9MSW46LTDWGF> 

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About Be My Eyes

Launched in 2015, Be My Eyes has created a global community that now
connects over 600,000 people who are blind or have low vision with
volunteers or company representatives. On the app, volunteers assist blind
and low-vision users through a live video connection and work together to
tackle inaccessible parts of life. The app harnesses the power of
generosity, technology, and human connection so that people who are blind or
have low vision have more accessible ways to engage with a world sometimes
not built with them in mind. Be My Eyes is available in more than 150
countries worldwide and its volunteers speak more than 180 languages. The
app is free and available for both iOS
<https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id905177575?pt=15492800&ct=BeMyEyesW
ebsite&mt=8>  and Android
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bemyeyes.bemyeyes&pli=1>
.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Michele Paris
michele at bemyeyes.com <mailto:michele at bemyeyes.com> 

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All the best
Michele Paris | Marketing and Communication Manager
Phone: +45 42718388 - Linkedin <https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheleparis92/>

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Richard Payne,  President
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
937/829/3368
Rchpay7 at gmail.com <mailto:Rchpay7 at gmail.com> 
The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back.

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