Ericsson Unveils Torch It AI Glasses to Convert Visual Content for Blind Users

Ericsson announces its new “Torch It” AI glasses, a wearable device that captures visual information and uses artificial intelligence to translate text, diagrams and images into an alternative output for the wearer.

Torch It glasses employ on‑device processing to analyze captured content in real time, allowing users to receive immediate feedback without needing an internet connection, according to the company’s technical brief.

The technology is positioned as an assistive tool for individuals with visual impairments, offering a hands‑free way to access printed material and visual data, and is expected to complement existing accessibility solutions such as those used by schools for the blind.

Perkins School for the Blind appears in the same search results as Ericsson’s Torch It glasses, highlighting a possible connection between the assistive device and educational institutions serving visually impaired students.