In our bustling, fast-paced world, it can be especially challenging for visually impaired individuals to move around safely. Fortunately, advances in technology are making life much easier for them.

Aside from using a cane or a service dog, visually impaired individuals now have another high-tech option to help them navigate their surroundings. This innovation comes from a company based in Austria called Tech-Innovation.

Tech-Innovation has developed a revolutionary pair of shoes equipped with built-in sensors that alert visually impaired wearers through either vibrations or sounds when they detect obstacles.

These remarkable shoes, named InnoMake, have sensors that can detect obstacles up to a distance of four meters and as close as half a meter. The sensor fits snugly into a special slot within the shoe and is powered by a rechargeable battery that can last up to a week before needing a recharge. The battery is also quick to recharge, taking only three hours to reach a full charge.

Additionally, the shoes and sensor come with a free app that allows users to customize various settings. For example, users can adjust how far away an object needs to be to trigger an alert.

A concern many might have is how these shoes perform in wet weather conditions. Thankfully, the creators have ensured that the sensors are water-resistant. Users can also enable an intelligent mode where the sensors deactivate when the user is seated and reactivate upon sensing movement.

For those who wish to try the shoes before purchasing, several shops across Austria offer this opportunity.

This innovation is undeniably life-changing, offering new levels of independence and safety for visually impaired individuals.