Dot Pad

Dot Pad is a multi-line refreshable tactile graphics display for the visually impaired and blind. With 2,400 dynamic pins and AI, it instantly transforms any visual content into a tactile format, making it accessible for both visually impaired users and educators to create and explore.

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Dot Pad takes learning to the next level by letting users interact with graphics, graphs, images, maps, texts, and much more in real- time.

Dot Pad integrates with VoiceOver, and with free tools like Dot Canvas and Dot Cloud, users can easily create and share their own content globally.

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Real-time Experience

Experience instant, real-time access to both graphics and text in Braille.

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Converts PDF to Braille

Converts any PDF document to Braille with just one click.

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Dual Display

One display for graphics and one for Braille text, making it easy to switch between them.

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VoiceOver

Allows instant reading of text, icon labels, graphs, simple images, and browsing the Internet on Apple devices.

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Intuitive Control

Effortlessly manage Dot Pad with six buttons.

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DOT NVDA

Convert Excel bar graphs into tactile displays on Dot Pad, with titles and information shown on a the second display for easy reading and interpretation.

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Dot Canvas

An online tool for easily creating and customizing graphic content.

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Dot Cloud

A digital platform for storing work and discovering new ideas.

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Dot Vision app

Engaging rehabilitation exercises and educational content.

The Dot Pad connects to any laptop, allowing educators to create and share content with students worldwide through Dot Cloud, helping to exchange ideas within the Dot Pad community.

"Because a picture is worth a thousand words".

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WORK ACCESS

By making productivity apps accessible, Dot Pad creates whole new career opportunities and a more inclusive workplace.

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LEARNING

Dot Pad gives the low vision community access to maps, diagrams, charts, and other illustrations, allowing easy access to content on the internet.

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CREATIVITY

Dot Pad is a powerful tool for creative expression, empowering diverse creators in the fields of graphic design, music production, photography, and more.

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ENTERTAINMENT & CULTURE

Artworks, exhibits, comics, and movies. The possibilities are endless when it comes to the world of content that is now accessible through the Dot Pad.

Thanks to AI and a strategic partnership with Apple, Dot Pad uses the latest technology and guarantees the continuous innovation.

Technical Specification

Dot Actuator 3.0

  • Patented actuator technology based on electromagnetism

iOS & iPadOS Integration

  • Works seamlessly with iOS/iPad OS and Android (laptops)

Dot Image Processor

  • An AI based processor that renders the most meaningful tactile output

Intuitive Control Elements

  • Take control of the content with six freely assignable buttons

Dot Image Explorer

  • Explore, zoom, pan, invert, and rotate content directly on device

Connectivity

  • Classic USB-C and and Bluetooth LE for power supply and data transfer
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