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Old 20-03-2007, 20:21   #1
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GPS for the blind.
I know at least one person who would welcome this.


In Italy, they are trialling a GPS system that is designed for the blind and partially sighted.

The system uses a Bluetooth Mobile, a bluetooth GPS unit and software.

The software has two controls. One that tells the user their exact location, and another that phones a call centre, and the person can ask for help. The operator can then help guide them to their destination..

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/6458005.stm
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