More than 900 people test .lumen’s glasses for the blind in tour across Romania

14 July 2026 Over the course of 55 days, more than 900 participants, ranging in age from 7 to 92, tested the glasses for the blind developed by .lumen in 41 cities across Romania. The glasses developed by the Romanian startup use artificial intelligence and directional haptic feedback to guide users in real time. The device operates offline and processes all data locally without storing or transmitting images. Romania is home to an estimated 85,000 blind people, according to data provided by .lumen. For many of them, independent mobility remains a challenge. Limited accessible infrastructure, the small number of guide dogs available nationwide, and restricted access to assistive technologies mean that everyday journeys still often depend on the support of a family member or companion, the