What is Uhallo Image?
Free AI-powered image description for low-vision and blind people to experience the world of vision. Built by a Low vision for low vision and blind users for help experience the vision.
Problem
Blind and low-vision users rely on manual or basic alt-text descriptions for images, leading to lack of accessible, accurate image descriptions that exclude them from visual digital content.
Solution
A free AI-powered tool where users upload images to receive instant, spoken descriptions, enabling blind/low-vision individuals to 'see' images through audio.
Customers
Blind and low-vision individuals, accessibility advocates, educators, and developers integrating accessibility features.
Unique Features
Built by a low-vision developer, prioritizing empathy and real-world usability; uses AI to generate context-rich, user-centric audio descriptions.
User Comments
Life-changing accessibility tool
Free and easy to use
Accurate and detailed descriptions
Empowers visual independence
Community-driven development
Traction
Launched on Product Hunt (date unspecified); positioned as a free, niche solution with potential partnerships in accessibility ecosystems.
Market Size
2.2 billion people globally have vision impairments (WHO), driving demand for assistive tech valued at $7.5B+ (Grand View Research, 2023).
