Development of an Assistive Lighted Magnifier App for Enhanced Readability

The client seeks to develop a mobile solution that assists visually impaired and elderly individuals in reading small or fine print across various daily life scenarios, addressing issues of low visibility and lighting conditions on their devices.

A healthcare organization focused on providing assistive devices and solutions for visually impaired and elderly populations.

• Improve readability of small text via enhanced magnification features.
• Implement a seamless, one-handed operation for user convenience.
• Support both front and rear camera devices with supplementary lighting for low-light conditions.
• Include image stabilization features such as freezing and zooming to clarify details.
• Deliver a simple, unobtrusive user interface tailored to target user groups.

• A clean, minimal UI with no visual clutter to ensure ease of use.
• Effortless one-hand operation supported by accessible UI design.
• Support for both front and rear cameras to magnify live images.
• A bright LED light feature to aid visibility in low-light environments.
• Image freezing and zooming functionalities for detailed inspection.

• Device camera hardware APIs for image capture and live feed
• Device flashlight/LED control APIs for illumination

• App should launch within 2 seconds for quick access.
• Ensure stable performance with no crashes during continuous use.
• Optimize for minimal battery consumption without compromising functionality.
• Secure user data and permissions, adhering to privacy standards.

This app aims to significantly improve the ability of visually impaired and elderly users to read small or fine print in various settings, leading to increased independence and quality of life. The solution is expected to enhance user satisfaction, increase adoption rates among target populations, and reduce reliance on external assistance.