Vision Australia - Smart Glasses 17 August 2026

Could smart glasses be life-changing for people who are blind or have low vision? Vision Australia Access Technology Specialist Jason Mirah joins Cheralyn Darcey on The Nightline to explore the rapidly changing world of smart glasses and assistive technology. How do smart glasses actually work? What can they recognise, read or describe? Do you need special apps? And, most importantly, what can they do in everyday life to help someone live more independently?J ason explains the different options available, who they may benefit and some of the real-life ways people with vision impairment are already using this technology. For information about services, support and assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision, contact Vision Australia on 1300 847 466. Vision Australia websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.