Hear visual information
Direct image-to-sound mapping that relies on brain neuroplasticity. You'll learn to perceive shapes, colors, and motion through detailed auditory cues, effectively "seeing" through sound.
See the world
through sound
SonoVizio is a research project exploring how to help people with low vision or blindness access visual information through sound. Your perspective helps us build what actually matters.
Accessible-first
Worldwide
Community-led
Remote participation
To achieve our mission we work in three directions:
The technical approach may evolve. The mission stays the same: information shouldn’t be locked behind eyesight.
Navigate space confidently
Real-world navigation with spatial awareness. Hear where objects are, their distance, movement, and even identify what they are, providing confidence in both familiar and new environments.
Interactive UI Explorer
The next generation of screen readers. Instead of just text, hear fonts, colors, and precise element positions. It provides an intuitive mental map of digital interfaces for effortless productivity.
How to get involved
No technical background required. Just your experience and a willingness to help steer something that could matter.
Participant
For people with low vision or blindness who use a computer. Share how you work today and optionally test early prototypes.
Perk: Lifetime access to the platform after release.
Join as Participant
Observer
For accessibility specialists, designers, developers, and allies. Receive updates and help share the project.
Perk: A front-row seat to how the project evolves.
Join as Observer
Partner
For organizations and individuals who can support through funding, outreach, expertise, or equipment.
Perk: Direct impact on project priorities.
Contact as Partner
You can change your role later. We keep communication minimal—at most twice per month.
FAQ
If something isn’t clear, email us — we’ll improve the page.
Is this a medical device or a “vision cure”?
No. SonoVizio is an accessibility project. It does not claim to restore vision.
Do I need special hardware to join?
No. Joining starts remotely and can be done on a regular computer. Future concepts may explore wearables, but participation is always optional.
Who can participate?
People with low vision or blindness are the core audience. Observers and accessibility professionals can also join to help steer decisions.
How much time will it take?
You choose your level of involvement. We keep requests lightweight and optional, and we aim for minimal email frequency.
What does “lifetime access” mean?
If the platform is released, early participants will keep access without paying. The exact scope will be defined clearly before release.
Will the platform work with screen readers?
Sure, we aim for full accessibility. If anything is hard to use with assistive technology, please tell us — we will fix it.
Is this only for an academic paper?
No. The PhD structure adds accountability, but the project is built with the community and aims for real-world impact.
How often will you contact me?
At most twice per month, and only if you opt in. You can stop at any time.