The global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired market size was estimated at USD 3.60 billion in 2021 and is expected to surpass around USD 13.8 billion by 2030 and poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.6% during the forecast period 2022 to 2030.
Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market: Overview
Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market: Key Segments
Report Scope of the Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market
Report Coverage |
Details |
Market Size |
US$ 13.8 Billion by 2030 |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 13.6% from 2022 to 2030 |
Largest Market |
North America |
Fastest Growing Market |
Asia Pacific |
Base Year |
2021 |
Forecast Period |
2022 to 2030 |
Segments Covered |
Product Type, End-user and Region, |
Companies Mentioned |
Amedia Networks, Inc., VFO, Cambium Learning, Dolphin Computer Access Ltd., Access Ingenuity ,American Thermoform, LVI Low Vision International, ViewPlus, Humanware Australia Pty Ltd., Freedom Scientific, Inc., Nippon Telesoft, Co., Ltd, OrCam Technologies |
COVID-19 Crisis Highlights Importance of UN Sustainable Development Goals Standards
It has been found that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a catastrophic impact on users of assistive technology (AT) across the globe. Such findings are affecting the growth of the assistive technologies for visually impaired market. Market stakeholders are gaining cognizance about these findings and increasing efforts to establish strong user-centered development of funding policies.
Companies in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market are increasing the availability of braille devices, mobility products, and information communication technologies during the ongoing pandemic. They are taking efforts to meet standards set by the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the requirements highlighted in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Market players are focusing on meeting the needs of minority groups already living with health inequities.
Innovations in Braille Computers Help Expand Market Share
Braille computers are generating stable revenue streams for participants in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market. Moreover, users who cannot see their computer screens have the option of screen readers. Companies are increasing their research in this segment, since this software is able to describe images on the screen using alt text and read web pages with text to speech technology.
In case a user prefers the tactile experience of reading braille over listening to a voiceover, braille displays can be attached to the computer. Such innovations are translating into revenue opportunities for stakeholders in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market.
Lack of Understanding about Smartphone-based Assistive Technologies Affects Market Growth
The theoretical definition of AT needs to come to reality in order to counteract challenges that advanced societies will face in the upcoming years such as population aging. In order to tide over these challenges and be future-ready, participants in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market are increasing their R&D in ehealth and computer based systems.
Smartphone-based assistive technologies hold promising potentials for people with visual impairment. However, lack of awareness and understanding of the beneficial aspects of smartphone-based assistive technologies are affecting market growth. Hence, companies should develop more innovative and readily accessible user-friendly mobile technology and accessible apps.
AI Backpacks Notify Wearers of Obstacles via Bluetooth Earbuds
The introduction of AI (Artificial Intelligence) backpack is ushering significant changes in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market. AI is helping visually impaired individuals to navigate independently. Market stakeholders should collaborate with researchers to develop backpacks integrated with AI software, a GPS module, and a 4K camera. They should increase R&D in computer vision to innovate in backpacks that are embedded with an AI camera to view the wearer’s surroundings.
Companies in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market are taking cues from these innovations to develop backpacks that work with a laptop or a computer to notify the wearer of signs or obstacles via Bluetooth earbuds.
Electronic Books & Low Vision Apps Storming Market Landscape
Apart from braille computers and AI backpacks, companies in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market are unlocking revenue opportunities in audiobooks and electronic books to expand revenue streams. Reading machines are being replaced with audiobooks such as Audible and electronic books, including Kindle that allow individuals with low vision to adjust the content’s text size and customize contrast of the page.
An increasing number of startups are tapping revenue opportunities in the assistive technologies for visually impaired market. Low vision apps and software are storming the market to help individuals with visual impairment to easily navigate on-screen.
Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market: Regional Outlook
Some of the prominent players in the Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market include:
Segments Covered in the Report
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2017 to 2030. For this study, Nova one advisor, Inc. has segmented the global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired market
By Geography
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Key Points Covered in Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Study:
Preface
1.1. Market Definition and Scope
1.2. Market Segmentation
1.3. Key Research Objectives
1.4. Research Highlights
2. Assumptions and Research Methodology
3. Executive Summary: Global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market
4. Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Product Definition
4.1.2. Industry Evolution / Developments
4.2. Overview
4.3. Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Drivers
4.3.2. Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunities
4.4. Global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast, 2017–2030
4.4.1. Market Revenue Projections (US$ Mn)
4.4.2. Market Volume/Unit Shipments Projections
4.5. Porter’s Five Force Analysis
5. Key Insights
5.1. Key Industry Events (mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, etc.)
5.2. COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Industry (value chain and short / mid / long term impact)
5.3. Technological Advancements
6. Global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast, by Product
6.1. Introduction & Definition
6.2. Key Findings / Developments
6.3. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
6.3.1. Educational Devices & Software
6.3.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
6.3.1.2. Braille Computers
6.3.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
6.3.1.4. Reading Machines
6.3.1.5. Others
6.3.2. Mobility Devices
6.3.2.1. Canes
6.3.2.2. Others
6.3.3. Low Vision Devices
6.3.3.1. Smart Glasses
6.3.3.2. VTS Link
6.3.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
6.3.3.4. Others
6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Product
7. Global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast, by End-user
7.1. Introduction & Definition
7.2. Key Findings / Developments
7.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
7.3.1. Blind Schools
7.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
7.3.3. Personal Use
7.3.4. Federation & Hospital
7.3.5. Others
7.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by End-user
8. Global Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast, by Region
8.1. Key Findings
8.2. Market Value Forecast, by Region
8.2.1. North America
8.2.2. Europe
8.2.3. Asia Pacific
8.2.4. Latin America
8.2.5. Middle East & Africa
8.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Country/Region
9. North America Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Key Findings
9.2. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
9.2.1. Educational Devices & Software
9.2.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
9.2.1.2. Braille Computers
9.2.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
9.2.1.4. Reading Machines
9.2.1.5. Others
9.2.2. Mobility Devices
9.2.2.1. Canes
9.2.2.2. Others
9.2.3. Low Vision Devices
9.2.3.1. Smart Glasses
9.2.3.2. VTS Link
9.2.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
9.2.3.4. Others
9.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
9.3.1. Blind Schools
9.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
9.3.3. Personal Use
9.3.4. Federation & Hospital
9.3.5. Others
9.4. Market Value Forecast, by Country, 2017–2030
9.4.1. U.S.
9.4.2. Canada
9.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
9.5.1. By Product
9.5.2. By End-user
9.5.3. By Country
10. Europe Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Key Findings
10.2. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
10.2.1. Educational Devices & Software
10.2.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
10.2.1.2. Braille Computers
10.2.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
10.2.1.4. Reading Machines
10.2.1.5. Others
10.2.2. Mobility Devices
10.2.2.1. Canes
10.2.2.2. Others
10.2.3. Low Vision Devices
10.2.3.1. Smart Glasses
10.2.3.2. VTS Link
10.2.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
10.2.3.4. Others
10.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
10.3.1. Blind Schools
10.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
10.3.3. Personal Use
10.3.4. Federation & Hospital
10.3.5. Others
10.4. Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030
10.4.1. U.K.
10.4.2. Germany
10.4.3. France
10.4.4. Spain
10.4.5. Italy
10.4.6. Rest of Europe
10.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
10.5.1. By Product
10.5.2. By End-user
10.5.3. By Country/Sub-region
11. Asia Pacific Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Key Findings
11.2. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
11.2.1. Educational Devices & Software
11.2.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
11.2.1.2. Braille Computers
11.2.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
11.2.1.4. Reading Machines
11.2.1.5. Others
11.2.2. Mobility Devices
11.2.2.1. Canes
11.2.2.2. Others
11.2.3. Low Vision Devices
11.2.3.1. Smart Glasses
11.2.3.2. VTS Link
11.2.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
11.2.3.4. Others
11.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
11.3.1. Blind Schools
11.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
11.3.3. Personal Use
11.3.4. Federation & Hospital
11.3.5. Others
11.4. Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030
11.4.1. China
11.4.2. India
11.4.3. Japan
11.4.4. Australia & New Zealand
11.4.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
11.5.1. By Product
11.5.2. By End-user
11.5.3. By Country/Sub-region
12. Latin America Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast
12.1. Introduction
12.1.1. Key Findings
12.2. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
12.2.1. Educational Devices & Software
12.2.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
12.2.1.2. Braille Computers
12.2.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
12.2.1.4. Reading Machines
12.2.1.5. Others
12.2.2. Mobility Devices
12.2.2.1. Canes
12.2.2.2. Others
12.2.3. Low Vision Devices
12.2.3.1. Smart Glasses
12.2.3.2. VTS Link
12.2.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
12.2.3.4. Others
12.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
12.3.1. Blind Schools
12.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
12.3.3. Personal Use
12.3.4. Federation & Hospital
12.3.5. Others
12.4. Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030
12.4.1. Brazil
12.4.2. Mexico
12.4.3. Rest of Latin America
12.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
12.5.1. By Product
12.5.2. By End-user
12.5.3. By Country/Sub-region
13. Middle East & Africa Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Market Analysis and Forecast
13.1. Introduction
13.1.1. Key Findings
13.2. Market Value Forecast, by Product, 2017–2030
13.2.1. Educational Devices & Software
13.2.1.1. Braille Duplicators & Writers
13.2.1.2. Braille Computers
13.2.1.3. Mathematical & Science Devices
13.2.1.4. Reading Machines
13.2.1.5. Others
13.2.2. Mobility Devices
13.2.2.1. Canes
13.2.2.2. Others
13.2.3. Low Vision Devices
13.2.3.1. Smart Glasses
13.2.3.2. VTS Link
13.2.3.3. Magnifying Lenses
13.2.3.4. Others
13.3. Market Value Forecast, by End-user, 2017–2030
13.3.1. Blind Schools
13.3.2. Enterprises & Social Organizations
13.3.3. Personal Use
13.3.4. Federation & Hospital
13.3.5. Others
13.4. Market Value Forecast, by Country/Sub-region, 2017–2030
13.4.1. GCC Countries
13.4.2. South Africa
13.4.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
13.5. Market Attractiveness Analysis
13.5.1. By Product
13.5.2. By End-user
13.5.3. By Country/Sub-region
14. Competition Landscape
14.1. Market Player - Competition Matrix
14.2. Market Share Analysis, by Company, 2020
14.3. Competitive Business Strategies
14.4. Company Profiles
14.4.1. Amedia Corporation
14.4.1.1. Company Description
14.4.1.2. Business Overview
14.4.1.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.2. VFO
14.4.2.1. Company Description
14.4.2.2. Business Overview
14.4.2.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.3. Cambium Learning
14.4.3.1. Company Description
14.4.3.2. SWOT Analysis
14.4.4. Dolphin Computer Access Ltd.
14.4.4.1. Company Description
14.4.4.2. Business Overview
14.4.4.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.5. Access Ingenuity
14.4.5.1. Company Description
14.4.5.2. SWOT Analysis
14.4.6. American Thermoform
14.4.6.1. Company Description
14.4.6.2. SWOT Analysis
14.4.7. LVI Low Vision International
14.4.7.1. Company Description
14.4.7.2. Business Overview
14.4.7.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.8. ViewPlus
14.4.8.1. Company Description
14.4.8.2. Business Overview
14.4.8.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.9. Humanware Australia Pty Ltd.
14.4.9.1. Company Description
14.4.9.2. SWOT Analysis
14.4.10. Freedom Scientific, Inc.
14.4.10.1. Company Description
14.4.10.2. Business Overview
14.4.10.3. SWOT Analysis
14.4.11. Nippon Telesoft, Co., Ltd.
14.4.11.1. Company Description
14.4.11.2. SWOT Analysis
14.4.12. OrCam Technologies
14.4.12.1. Company Description
14.4.12.2. Business Overview
14.4.12.3. SWOT Analysis