In this article, you will find the following:

1. What is ally?
2. Introducing: ally, your everywhere AI assistant on Envision Glasses
3. How people use ally?
4. How is ally breaking down barriers?
5. Where can you use ally?

What is ally?

ally is the most accessible AI assistant—like calling a helpful friend who always picks up. Whether you’re asking for advice, scanning a document, or pointing at a menu, ally is ready to support you, wherever you are.

With ally, the Envision Glasses become even more powerful, providing spoken answers to natural questions through a friendly, adaptive voice assistant.

Looking for a recipe? ally can walk you through each step at your pace. Need a summary or a deep dive? You decide how much detail you want. It’s flexible, thoughtful, and built for real life.

Introducing: ally, your everywhere AI assistant on Envision Glasses

What can you do with ally on Envision Glasses?

Work smarter, explore further, connect deeper.

ally brings confidence and joy to every moment, making the world more accessible for the blind and low vision community—and beyond. See below all the types of information you can ask ally on the Envision Glasses:

General Information

• What’s the capital of France?
• What’s the square root of 625?

Current Information

• What movies are releasing this weekend?
• Tell me the top news stories from last night.

Weather

• How cold is it going to get tomorrow in San Francisco?
• Do I need to take my umbrella to Amsterdam tomorrow?

Vision Assistance

• Describe what I am holding.
• What does it say on the notice board ahead?
• Do you spot an empty chair?

Work Assistance

• Can you read this manual and tell me what the contact email is?
• Can you tell me if there are any boxes blocking the aisle?

Study Help

• Can you help me summarize this chapter?
• Can you quiz me with trivia about Orientation and Mobility exams?

Cooking

• What can I replace an egg with while baking a cake?
• How do I make a shakshuka?

Translations

• Can you tell me what this road sign says in English?
• Teach me how to say “Good Morning” in German.

Creativity

• Can you help me write a poem about sunsets?
• Help me come up with a new slogan for my business.

These examples highlight ally’s capabilities as a conversational assistant. The possibilities are vast—so feel free to ask away.

How people use ally?

From navigating daily routines to solving long-standing access challenges, people who are blind or have low vision use ally in a wide variety of empowering ways:

• Meal planning: Ask ally to suggest dishes based on dietary needs or menu options.
   
• Outfit selection: Get weather-aware fashion advice.
   
• Travel and navigation: Receive tips on airport menus or seat controls mid-flight.
   
• Daily scheduling: Plan your day or get reminders.
   
• Object identification: Use ally’s contextual support to describe scenes or locate personal items.

How is ally breaking down barriers?

Here are additional, powerful examples shared by users and discovered through hands-on demos. These represent scenarios where, even with screen readers and specialized tech, people who are blind or have low vision have historically had to rely on sighted help. ally helps change that:

1. Using medical devices: ally can read screens on blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, or thermometers. This lets users buy any brand, not just self-talking models.
2. Doorstep security: When the doorbell rings, users can ask ally to describe who or what is outside, adding a layer of safety and control.
3. Setting up appliances: Instruction manuals often use visual diagrams. Users can show ally the manual and the device, then ask questions like: 'Based on this picture, where is the start button on this toaster?' ally helps them set things up independently.
4. Staying safe in the kitchen: When it’s unsafe to touch, like checking a hot stove or pot, ally can confirm if it’s boiling or on, or what settings are active.