My name is Stephen, and I am the sole developer behind Vision AI Assistant, a web-based exploration engine designed to help blind and visually impaired individuals explore photos and real-world scenes as if they were navigating a video game.
Instead of waiting for a static description, users can drag a finger across the screen to hear detailed descriptions of what lies directly beneath their fingertip. In live camera mode, the app maps surroundings in real time, helping users independently locate doors, hallways, and objects.
The Challenge of Growth
The response from the community has been overwhelming. During our beta phase, enthusiasm was so high that we exceeded our AI integration limits, even after I raised the usage cap to $500 per month. Because each AI interaction incurs a cost, the service currently runs between $300 and $500 monthly.
I currently cover these expenses out of pocket while working a full-time job. While this keeps the project afloat, it limits how quickly I can roll out new features. As the app gains traction, my goal is to dedicate more time to development, but I cannot do that without financial support.
How Your Contribution Helps
Your support will allow us to achieve several critical milestones:
* Implement Haptic Feedback: Currently, the app lacks vibration feedback. Adding tactile cues will make the live camera mode truly immersive, allowing users to "feel" objects and boundaries alongside audio descriptions.
* Increase Capacity: We need to expand our AI and server capacity to ensure the app remains online and reliable during periods of heavy usage.
* Continuous Improvement: Your donations help us develop new features, improve cross-device accessibility, and keep the service affordable for those who need it most.
* Accelerated Development: Financial support reduces my dependence on a full-time job, allowing me to focus entirely on building the best possible tools for the visually impaired community.
Please consider donating today to help Vision AI Assistant grow. With your support, we can implement requested features like haptic feedback, prevent service outages, and ensure this groundbreaking tool continues to empower people to explore their world independently.