When connected to your device, Dot Pad represents images as tactile graphics. Maps, graphs, photos, equations — Dot Pad unlocks a whole new world of content …
Because a picture is worth a thousand words.
Smaller, lighter, and cheaper than conventional tactile displays – that makes the new Dot Pad affordable and very convenient for people with vision impairments. Dot Incorporation makes the online world of images more accessible and aims to improve other areas as well. In our interview, the Senior Manager Mergel Takam talks about the advantages and technology behind the Dot Pad.
The Dot Pad gives people with visual impairments the unprecedented chance to experience the online world of images, graphics, and two-dimensional figures in real time.
Imagine having to do math horizontally. But not only that, there is a limitation in expressing images, shapes, and sizes with one line of braille display. But with a multi-layered braille display, we are able to display images, graphics, 2-dimensional figures, and more. It is our most ambitious innovation so far.
The Dot Pad consists of 320 Dot cells which serve the multilayered braille display. The production took almost six years.
Access visual content from any source.
Creation
For the first time, you can feel your handwriting, sketches, signature, and more. Dot Pad can convert any input on the connected device into a tactile graphic instantly.
Mobility
Get around independently with tactile maps. The Dot Pad technology is permanently installed in the public transportation kiosks of Busan, Korea.
Dot Image Processor
The innovative processor uses AI to analyze and segment images to produce tactile graphics best suited for visually impaired users.
Visual Input → Content Detection → Semantic Rendering → Tactile mapping
Interact with the graphics and explore every detail.
Simple intuitive controls along with a text-to-braille panel built-in for your comfort.
A simple bluetooth connection and boom. The App Store at your desk — the same 2.2 million apps, now accessible like never before.
Game-changing features that fit in your backpack.
– Dot Actuator 3.0 Patented actuator technology based on electromagnetism.
– iOS & iPadOS Integration Works seamlessly with iOS/iPad OS 15.2 and higher.
– 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.
– Portability Sized at 273 x 228 x 16 mm, weighs 1200 g, so you can take it everywhere with ease.
Learning
Dot Pad gives the low vision community access to maps, diagrams, charts, and other illustrations, allowing easy access to content on the internet.
Work
By making productivity apps accessible, Dot Pad creates whole new career opportunities and a more inclusive workplace.
Creativity
Dot Pad is a powerful tool for creative expression, empowering diverse creators in the fields of graphic design, music production, photography, and more.
Entertainment
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.
