Wristband On: An Exploratory Study of Wearable Input for People with Visual Impairments

Users with visual impairments face challenges when interacting with the increasingly ubiquitous touchscreens of mobile devices. As an alternative, wearable technology has the potential to provide unobtrusive input that can facilitate effective non-visual interaction. In this preliminary work, we explore the intersection of wearable technology and accessibility with a wristband prototype for controlling an iPad, and a planned interview study. At the time of the writing, we have completed one interview. We hope the eventual results of the study will inform and motivate the design of future accessible wearable technology.