Karthik
@heykarthik.bsky.social
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Founder and CTO @letsenvision. Building smartglasses and AI to help over a 500,000 blind and low vision people to live life to the fullest!
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A6: Smart glasses will become mainstream-affordable around $500–$800, balancing performance and price. Entry-level devices at $300–$500 will open doors, but the real adoption surge happens when usability meets affordability. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
A6: Smart glasses will become mainstream-affordable around $500–$800, balancing performance and price. Entry-level devices at $300–$500 will open doors, but the real adoption surge happens when usability meets affordability. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
heykarthik.bsky.social
A5: Advocates and technologists must collaborate through open dialogue. Advocates should embrace and explore emerging tech early, while technologists should deeply engage the community -no more building products in isolation. #AXSChat
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A4a Tech ie smart glasses + AI can support disaster response, track environmental changes, and assist first responders.
Inclusive innovation isn't just helpful—it's essential for surviving global crises together.

#AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong #LifeUSA #SmartGlasses #AI #ClimateCrisis #Innovations
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A4: Yes, fears remain—but many now see the potential of smart glasses + AI to empower PwD, aging communities, refugees & people in crisis. This tech can help solve real human + climate challenges. Time for good.

#AXSChat #WeAreBillionStrong #LifeUSA #AI4Good #AI #SmartGlasses #Aging #ClimateCrisis
heykarthik.bsky.social
heykarthik.bsky.social
A4: Attitudes have improved, especially among blind & low-vision communities who've embraced smart glasses for their benefits. Society still grapples with privacy concerns, but clearer boundaries and growing awareness will drive broader acceptance. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
A5: Advocates and technologists must collaborate through open dialogue. Advocates should embrace and explore emerging tech early, while technologists should deeply engage the community -no more building products in isolation. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
A4: Attitudes have improved, especially among blind & low-vision communities who've embraced smart glasses for their benefits. Society still grapples with privacy concerns, but clearer boundaries and growing awareness will drive broader acceptance. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
thank you for shining a light on our work ( and on so many other stellar innovations and causes!)
heykarthik.bsky.social
heykarthik.bsky.social
A3: Open-source #AI democratizes access to powerful tech, allowing developers to deliver affordable, privacy-focused solutions for people with disabilities. It reduces costs, protects user privacy, and expands offline accessibility. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
i had an awesome time talk to the wonderful folks at #axschat!

i was genuinely moved by their passion and commitment towards accessibility. the world is a better place because of their advocacy!
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António @akwyz.com · Apr 8
Now on #axschat.
An accidental startup turned AI accessibility champion - @heykarthik.bsky.social from EnvisionApp shares how asking blind students about their dreams led to creating tech that bridges visual information for those who can't see.
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Eyes Through AI: Bridging the Visual World
What does independence truly mean for someone who can't see? This question lies at the heart of Envision's revolutionary approach to assistive technology…
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heykarthik.bsky.social
A3: Open-source #AI democratizes access to powerful tech, allowing developers to deliver affordable, privacy-focused solutions for people with disabilities. It reduces costs, protects user privacy, and expands offline accessibility. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
heykarthik.bsky.social
A: The real challenge for technologists is misunderstanding accessibility. It’s not optional or extra effort. Talk to blind & low-vision users. Accessibility is great design that improves products for everyone. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
A: The real challenge for technologists is misunderstanding accessibility. It’s not optional or extra effort. Talk to blind & low-vision users. Accessibility is great design that improves products for everyone. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
heykarthik.bsky.social
A1: Smart glasses powered by AI empower people with disabilities, offering independence through natural, hands-free interactions. By replacing complexity with conversation, tech becomes an effortless extension of daily life. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
thank you so much for having me over! really appreciate it!
heykarthik.bsky.social
A1: Smart glasses powered by AI empower people with disabilities, offering independence through natural, hands-free interactions. By replacing complexity with conversation, tech becomes an effortless extension of daily life. #AXSChat
heykarthik.bsky.social
excited today for the #AXSChat!

we'll be discussing ai, smartglasses and so much more!
heykarthik.bsky.social
it went on for 3 hours but it left me deeply energized. not exhausted.

i almost walked away with the feeling that acting is the art form for me. it’s in my bones.

the best part was 2nd act’s costar telling she sees a spark in me as an actor. that i was imaginative.

day made!! ❤️
heykarthik.bsky.social
i went for a play reading today. we had to do quick one act plays based off a script.

i nailed one of them and bombed the other. my costar for the second reading spoke zero english so i had to cue her by reading stage directions. a big no.

still, it was a lot of fun.
heykarthik.bsky.social
the hoot of being alive is how i’ll describe my best days from now on.