News, announcements and stories from BlindSquare.https://www.blindsquare.com/enhttps://www.blindsquare.com/2026/10/29/how-delivery-robots-can-help-blindsquare-users-navigate-more-safely/https://www.blindsquare.com/2026/10/29/how-delivery-robots-can-help-blindsquare-users-navigate-more-safely/Coco Robotics shares real-time observations of pavement hazards with BlindSquare, helping users learn about obstacles before encountering them.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:13:41 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2023/06/30/introducing-xploreninja-a-navigation-app-powered-by-blindsquare-for-android-devices/https://www.blindsquare.com/2023/06/30/introducing-xploreninja-a-navigation-app-powered-by-blindsquare-for-android-devices/Introducing XploreNinja – BlindSquare’s latest app release – a remarkable mapping system designed to support blind Android device users navigate safely and confidently; a new way to experience the world.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:55:26 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2023/03/01/enabling-adventure-for-the-blind-at-heartland-forest-in-niagara-falls/https://www.blindsquare.com/2023/03/01/enabling-adventure-for-the-blind-at-heartland-forest-in-niagara-falls/At BlindSquare, our mission is to create innovative and accessible technology that enables people of all abilities to navigate the world easily and confidently. That’s why we were thrilled to partner with Heartland Fo...Wed, 01 Mar 2023 02:07:22 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2022/11/01/over-300-rbc-bank-branches-across-canada-now-offer-greater-independence-for-canadians-with-vision-loss/https://www.blindsquare.com/2022/11/01/over-300-rbc-bank-branches-across-canada-now-offer-greater-independence-for-canadians-with-vision-loss/305 RBC branches (about 25% of the Canadian network) recently introduced the BlindSquare app to their customers to offer greater independence for those with vision loss. It’s estimated that 1.5 million Canadians ident...Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:32:03 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2022/07/24/st-johns-nl-launches-blindsquare-pilot-program-in-partnership-with-cnib/https://www.blindsquare.com/2022/07/24/st-johns-nl-launches-blindsquare-pilot-program-in-partnership-with-cnib/The City of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, recently partnered with our friends at CNIB to launch BlindSquare Event, a free accessible navigation and wayfinding tool, in their Downtown Pedestrian Mall to increa...Sat, 23 Jul 2022 22:23:45 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2022/04/14/join-us-in-supporting-world-blind-unions-ukrainian-benefit-concert/https://www.blindsquare.com/2022/04/14/join-us-in-supporting-world-blind-unions-ukrainian-benefit-concert/Since the declaration of war on Ukraine, the World Blind Union (WBU) has prepared an initiative to provide support for Ukrainians. In particular, those who are blind or partially sighted experiencing unimaginable chal...Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:26:23 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2022/04/12/blindsquare-responds-to-request-for-help-for-ukraine/https://www.blindsquare.com/2022/04/12/blindsquare-responds-to-request-for-help-for-ukraine/On March 31st, we were approached by Igor Kushni, a Ukrainian BlindSquare user, seeking help on behalf of persons who are blind and partially sighted in Ukraine. We immediately put a plan into action to support them....Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:21:02 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2021/10/08/blindsquare-among-citylabs-roundup-of-apps-redefining-accessibility/https://www.blindsquare.com/2021/10/08/blindsquare-among-citylabs-roundup-of-apps-redefining-accessibility/BlindSquare was recently featured in CityLab’s roundup of apps that are redefining accessibility; an impressive list of tools opening new pathways for people with disabilities. With COVID-19 came a new way of life; a...Fri, 08 Oct 2021 01:51:59 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2021/08/24/canadian-geographic-announces-the-largest-accessibility-project-in-north-america/https://www.blindsquare.com/2021/08/24/canadian-geographic-announces-the-largest-accessibility-project-in-north-america/Congratulations are in order for Ashley Nemeth, motivational speaker, writer, and blogger for her feature in Canadian Geographic’s magazine issue announcing the largest accessibility project in North America. In this...Mon, 23 Aug 2021 22:43:41 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2021/05/18/our-10th-anniversary-gift-to-you-this-global-accessibility-awareness-day/https://www.blindsquare.com/2021/05/18/our-10th-anniversary-gift-to-you-this-global-accessibility-awareness-day/BlindSquare, the most used and recognized waypoint navigation application for persons who are blind, partially-sighted or deafblind, today announces another first. Ilkka Pirttimaa (CEO and creator of BlindSquare) in c...Tue, 18 May 2021 08:14:25 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2020/10/28/extending-our-commitment-to-support-you-during-covid-19/https://www.blindsquare.com/2020/10/28/extending-our-commitment-to-support-you-during-covid-19/In an effort to continue our support in the fight against COVID-19, by popular demand, NaviLens and BlindSquare are extending the availability and free use of BlindSquare EVENT through to January 1, 2021. In co-operat...Tue, 27 Oct 2020 23:07:14 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2020/07/21/how-one-school-mastered-teaching-students-who-are-blind-virtually-during-the-global-pandemic/https://www.blindsquare.com/2020/07/21/how-one-school-mastered-teaching-students-who-are-blind-virtually-during-the-global-pandemic/There’s no doubt that COVID-19 swept the world in countless ways, and education systems globally were no exception to the impact. Teachers, students, and parents of students were required to drastically pivot their da...Tue, 21 Jul 2020 01:02:37 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2020/05/10/covid-19-keeping-us-indoors-with-unique-opportunities-supported-by-blindsquare-and-navilens/https://www.blindsquare.com/2020/05/10/covid-19-keeping-us-indoors-with-unique-opportunities-supported-by-blindsquare-and-navilens/BlindSquare and NaviLens, leaders in improving the lives for those who are blind/deafblind or partially sighted, bring you an opportunity to discover abilities and equip yourself in anticipation of a return to a new n...Sun, 10 May 2020 20:26:26 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2020/03/11/blindsquares-warming-up-for-the-formula-1-rolex-australian-grand-prix/https://www.blindsquare.com/2020/03/11/blindsquares-warming-up-for-the-formula-1-rolex-australian-grand-prix/BlindSquare is excited to partner with Guide Dogs Australia for the second year in a row to deliver an accessible journey for persons who are blind or low vision to offer a safe and exciting experience at the Formula...Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:46:13 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2019/11/01/blindsquares-getting-straight-as-on-campus/https://www.blindsquare.com/2019/11/01/blindsquares-getting-straight-as-on-campus/School’s in session and the campus is all abuzz for students around the world. Finding your classrooms can be a daunting experience, but for a blind student, far more so. Luckily, universities and colleges are install...Fri, 01 Nov 2019 06:00:40 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2019/10/24/independence-on-both-sides-of-the-door/https://www.blindsquare.com/2019/10/24/independence-on-both-sides-of-the-door/As a person with vision loss or blindness, safely navigating to your final destination is achievable in the same fashion as a sighted traveller, until entering a building or form of public transportation; until BlindS...Thu, 24 Oct 2019 05:00:34 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2019/05/04/why-making-your-apps-accessible-is-just-the-right-thing-to-do/https://www.blindsquare.com/2019/05/04/why-making-your-apps-accessible-is-just-the-right-thing-to-do/I’m Ilkka Pirttimaa, developer of an iOS app called BlindSquare. Uniquely it uses Open Street Map and Foursquare data to help people who are blind to navigate in new and familiar environments and provide them with a w...Sat, 04 May 2019 13:08:48 GMThttps://www.blindsquare.com/2016/05/15/mipsoft-at-sightcity-2016-2/https://www.blindsquare.com/2016/05/15/mipsoft-at-sightcity-2016-2/From 18 to 20 May, MIPsoft will present at SightCity in Frankfurt, Germany, the biggest European show of assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision. Come and visit us at booth E11. We look forwar...Sun, 15 May 2016 13:07:04 GMT