P4A related - phone app enables crowd-sourced vision via video streaming

[Jonathan Hung]

Hi everyone,

I came across this article today about a new app (for iPhone currently)
that allows non-sighted users "vision" through crowd sourcing and personal
video streaming.

This app has some interesting features such as a reputation system based on
points.

This is applicable to Prosperity for All and may be worth investigating and
discussing.

Relevant links

   - Vimeo video <http://vimeo.com/113872517>
   - Article on Engadget
   <http://www.engadget.com/2015/01/16/be-my-eyes-iphone-app-help-the-blind/#continued>
   - Download the iPhone app
   <https://itunes.apple.com/dk/app/be-my-eyes-helping-blind-see/id905177575?mt=8>

Cheers,

- Jon.

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