The Orcam Read is a handheld device great for low vision users who want the perfect assistive tool for scanning the printed word. Luke Scriven, an Assistive Technology Specialist from the Vision Forward Association, shows you everything you need to know about this pen sized marvel.

0:00 Start
0:52 Physical Description
1:41 Button Layout
2:43 Laser Grid
3:37 Laser Pointer
4:39 Alternative Button commands
6:24 Low Light Reading, built in LED
7:06 Smart Reading Function
8:44 Reading Labels and Product ID
11:46 Goof Part 1
12:09 Distance
12:35 Bright Light / Exterior Demos
14:23 Wrap Up Review
15:08 Goof Part 2

The Orcam Read has a plethora of useful features including lowlight mode, laser pointer directed OCR, document capture and more! Luke starts with basic buttons and by the end you will be accessing advanced features like smart reading, fast forwarding and skipping backwards.

Then Luke goes mobile to test how the Orcam Read preforms in less than ideal environments. So does the Orcam Read stand a chance against outdoor encounters like bright sunlight, car noise and distant signage? How does it compare to other assistive technology? And what should you consider when deciding between the Orcam Read or the Orcam MyEye?
Well, strap in because there is only one way to find out!


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