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EnvisionOne week to go until the <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/MarathonRotterdam" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MarathonRotterdam</a> and team Envision are counting down the days! Cheer us on and wish us luck.<a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AllyEverywhere" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AllyEverywhere</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ArtificialIntelligence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ArtificialIntelligence</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AI4Good" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AI4Good</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Accessibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Wearables" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Wearables</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LetsEnvision" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LetsEnvision</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PerceivePossibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PerceivePossibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/StichtingRunningBlind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#StichtingRunningBlind</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/MarathonRotterdam" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MarathonRotterdam</a>

Envisionparham, who is blind, used ally to check if a meeting room was available at work. the first ai assistant built for accessibility, ally makes everyday tasks easier—from scheduling meetings to finding office snacks. try it today at ally.me.<a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AllyEverywhere" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AllyEverywhere</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/A11Y" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#A11Y</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LetsEnvision" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LetsEnvision</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ArtificialIntelligence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ArtificialIntelligence</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AI4Good" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AI4Good</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Accessibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Wearables" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Wearables</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PerceivePossibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PerceivePossibility</a>

Envisionsam from the blindlife made the best out of CSUN planning by using ally, the most accessible ai assistant. from conference schedules to picking out a coffee, navigating the hustle and bustle was a breeze. lead your day with more confidence. customize & meet your ally today, download the ally app or go to <a href="https://www.ally.me?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=ally_launch&utm_content=" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.ally.me?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=ally_launch&utm_content=</a><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LetsEnvision" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LetsEnvision</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PerceivePossibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PerceivePossibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AllyEverywhere" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AllyEverywhere</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ArtificialIntelligence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ArtificialIntelligence</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AI4Good" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AI4Good</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Accessibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Wearables" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Wearables</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AssistiveTechnology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AssistiveTechnology</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/CSUN" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CSUN</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/CSUN25" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CSUN25</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/CSUNAT25" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CSUNAT25</a>

John GassmanJust got this email from Vanessa from Envision. March 10th, 2025 – Rotterdam, Netherlands – Envision, a leader in AI-powered assistive technology, is proud to announce the public launch of Ally, a groundbreaking AI assistant designed to provide hands-free, intelligent support across multiple platforms. Starting today, Ally (also with a new website launching today) is officially available on the App Store, Play Store, desktop, and Envision Glasses, offering users a seamless, voice-activated experience wherever they go.Envision’s CEO, Karthik Mahadevan, describes the launch of Ally as “a defining moment for Ally and Envision. We’re excited to see our user base grow and explore how people beyond the blind and low-vision community engage with this AI assistant.”After an extensive beta testing phase that began in September 2024, Ally has been refined with the help of thousands of testers who are blind or have low vision. These early users helped shape its capabilities, ensuring it delivers real-world value across diverse use cases. Ally’s unique approach to AI assistance makes it more than just a virtual assistant—it’s an intuitive companion that understands context, adapts to user preferences, and provides relevant, meaningful responses.A Game-Changer in AI AssistanceUnlike conventional AI assistants that rely on predefined commands, Ally is designed to be truly conversational and context-aware. It works by processing user queries through a three-step intelligent system:1. Intent RecognitionAlly first determines what the user wants, whether it’s checking the weather, identifying an object, reading text, or managing schedules. Envision has developed a fine-tuned reasoning model that ensures high accuracy in understanding user intent.2. Tool SelectionOnce Ally understands the request, it selects the most suitable tool to generate a response. This includes:A language model (LLM) for answering general knowledge questions and complex reasoning tasks.A camera for recognizing objects, scenes, and text.OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for reading and interpreting documents, signs, and menus.Weather API for real-time updates.Calendar integration to provide schedule reminders.Web search to pull in additional information beyond its built-in knowledge.3. Personalized ResponsesAlly goes beyond simple answers by tailoring responses based on user preferences, location, language settings, and past interactions. Over time, ally builds a dynamic profile to enhance its responses, ensuring a truly personalized experience.CTO Karthik Kannan highlights what sets ally apart: “Intent recognition is the game-changer here. Ally doesn’t just process commands—it understands context, selects the right tools, and delivers personalized, meaningful responses. This makes it far more intuitive and effective than traditional AI assistants.”Shaping the Future of AI AssistanceEnvision continues to refine and expand Ally’s capabilities. Future updates will include enhanced intent recognition, integration with more third-party services, and deeper personalization features to make interactions even more intuitive.With Ally, Envision is setting a new standard for AI-powered assistance—one that is smarter, more accessible, and truly built for real-world needs.Get ally today! Desktop - <a href="https://www.ally.me/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.ally.me/</a>iOs - <a href="https://apps.apple.com/nl/app/ally-personal-ai-assistant" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://apps.apple.com/nl/app/ally-personal-ai-assistant</a>Android - <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.letsenvision.assistant" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.letsenvision.assistant</a>and, of course, already on the Envision Glasses. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Groups.io Links: You receive all messages sent to this group.View/Reply Online (#1740): <a href="https://groups.io/g/envision/message/1740" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://groups.io/g/envision/message/1740</a>Mute This Topic: <a href="https://groups.io/mt/111619393/6485" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://groups.io/mt/111619393/6485</a>Mute <a href="https://tweesecake.social/tags/ally" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ally</a>:<a href="https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/ally" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/ally</a>Mute <a href="https://tweesecake.social/tags/news" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#news</a>:<a href="https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/news" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/news</a>Mute <a href="https://tweesecake.social/tags/perceivepossibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#perceivepossibility</a>:<a href="https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/perceivepossibility" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://groups.io/g/envision/mutehashtag/perceivepossibility</a>Group Owner: envision+owner@groups.io

Envisionparham loves talking with zoe, his personal & quirky AI assistant on the ally app. it is not just about accessibility for him but also about humour and fun - so he and zoe were definitely a match. what's your AI assistant match? choose the ally that suits you best.download the ally app today or go to ally.me.<a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AllyEverywhere" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AllyEverywhere</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ArtificialIntelligence" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ArtificialIntelligence</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AI4Good" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AI4Good</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LetsEnvision" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LetsEnvision</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/PerceivePossibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PerceivePossibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AssistiveTechnology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AssistiveTechnology</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Accessibility</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/AIAssistant" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AIAssistant</a>

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