Sixth Sense logo

Sixth Sense

by Hope Tech Plus Limited · Since N/A
No reviews yet
Active1+ countriesCloud
Quick facts
VendorHope Tech Plus Limited
Year launchedN/A
StatusActive
LocationPO Box HOPE TECH Engine Shed Station Approach Temple Meads Bristol BS1 6QH United Kingdom
Countries served1+
Languages1
Integrations
Free tier
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About Sixth Sense

Sixth Sense is a software platform from Hope Tech Plus Limited that provides advanced analytics and insights for businesses. It includes real-time data processing, predictive analysis, and comprehensive reporting tools so organizations can make informed decisions based on accurate information. Sixth Sense is designed to track key performance indicators and identify trends, helping users adapt strategies effectively. Additionally, the software supports integration with various data sources, ensuring users have access to all relevant information. Key capabilities: real-time analytics predictive modeling customizable dashboards data integration reporting tools Best for: business analysts and decision-makers that need to analyze performance and drive strategy based on data-driven insights.

Hope Tech’s The Sixth Sense is an innovative wearable technology designed to enhance mobility and independence for people with low vision. The system combines haptic feedback, hands-free navigation, and hazard detection to provide real-time guidance in everyday journeys. Unlike traditional mobility aids, it is designed to detect obstacles above floor level while allowing users to keep their hands free, making it a highly practical companion for white cane users. The technology’s integration with a mobile app enables turn-by-turn navigation and precise GPS location, eliminating the need to constantly hold or check a smartphone. The device stands out for its reliability and adaptability. Its sensors provide accurate detection of hazards in all conditions, minimizing false alerts, while tunable haptic and audio signals communicate the direction and distance of obstacles. The single wearable format is comfortable, compact, and wireless, which avoids cumbersome batteries or external devices. Extensive user testing—over 100 hours across four countries—demonstrates Hope Tech’s commitment to building a user-centered product.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Reliable obstacle detection ensures safety in all conditions for visually impaired users.
  • +Hands-free navigation allows users to move confidently without holding a mobile device.
  • +Wearable design is compact, wireless, and comfortable for extended daily use.
  • +Accurate GPS and orientation sensing improve route guidance and location awareness.
  • +Turn-by-turn audio and haptic alerts reduce navigation errors and increase independence.
What users flag
  • Battery life could be a constraint during long journeys without easy charging.
  • Navigation accuracy may be affected in extremely crowded or complex environments.
  • Users may need time to adjust to haptic and audio feedback for obstacle detection.
  • Dependence on Bluetooth and mobile app may cause issues if devices malfunction.
  • May not detect very small or subtle obstacles that are close to the ground.

Features

Key features

Obstacle Detection
Reliable detection of all hazards above floor level with tunable haptic and audio alerts
Hands-Free Navigation
Turn-by-turn route guidance via Bluetooth and mobile app without holding a phone
Wearable Design
Single, comfortable device with no trailing wires, extra battery, or external computer
Open Space Navigation
Point-to-point navigation using onboard sensors without signal or line-of-sight requirements
Integration with White Cane
Complements traditional mobility aids for enhanced safety and independence
Accurate GPS and Orientation
Superior location accuracy and improved orientation sensing for confident navigation
User-Centered Development
Over 100 hours of user testing and engagement with communities in 4 countries

Additional features

Obstacle Detection
Detects obstacles in all conditions with minimal false alerts
Haptic and Audio Alerts
Communicates direction and distance of hazards through adjustable feedback
Hands-Free GPS
Navigation without needing to carry a mobile device
Mobile App Integration
Allows pause, start, repeat, and silence of navigation commands
Single Wearable Format
Comfortable, wireless, and compact design
Open Space Navigation
Uses onboard sensors for point-to-point movement
Compatibility with White Cane
Designed to work alongside traditional mobility aids
Extensive Testing and Development
Over 2000 hours of development and community engagement
Global Partnerships
Collaborations with organizations like Royal Academy of Engineering and Global Disability Innovation Hub
Vision-Focused Design
Technology developed to empower visually impaired users to navigate independently

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
Request a quote
Promo Offer

Countries & Languages

1
Countries served
1
Interface languages
2
Billing currencies

Available in

UK and Austria

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

🇬🇧GBP🇪🇺EUR

No reviews yet

Be the first to drop a review