CES: How the all new GyroGlove enhances disabled people’s lives

Roberta Wilson-Garrett experienced a moment of relief at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas as the GyroGlove steadied her hand, temporarily quieting the tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease. 

This innovative hand stabilizer, developed by GyroGear, has transformed her daily life by allowing her to perform once-challenging tasks. This was just one item that can help people with disabilities. The GyroGlove features a compact gyroscope, spinning faster than a jet engine turbine, that counteracts the tremors.

Dr. Faii Ong, the founder of GyroGear, revealed that the gyroscope is produced in the same factory that manufactures Apple’s MacBook Pros. The plan is to miniaturize the gyroscope in subsequent iterations of the glove. Ong emphasizes that the focus should be on improving human lives rather than solely on the disease.

CES showcased numerous companies aiming to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. Glidance, founded by Amos Miller, a visually impaired individual, introduced a wheelchair-like device called Glide. Glide acts as a guide, leading walkers who are visually impaired and sensing obstacles along the way. With a beta program set to launch later this year, Glide hopes to be as affordable as a smartphone.

Another notable innovation at CES was OneCourt’s toy-sized replica of a football field that utilizes vibrations to convert real-time sports updates for visually impaired fans. This device allows users to feel the action of various sports, providing information on ball or puck speed, player positions, and maneuvers.

The incredible offerings displayed at CES show the power of technology in enhancing accessibility for people with disabilities. These innovations are paving the way for a more inclusive future, where individuals with disabilities can participate fully in various aspects of life.