AI software for smart glasses wins £1M prize for helping people with dementia
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- CrossSense AI software embedded in smart glasses wins £1m Longitude prize for aiding dementia independence.
- The system includes a chatty assistant named Wispy providing real-time prompts, feedback, and conversation via verbal cues and floating text.
- Pilot trials are planned for late 2026, with consumer availability expected by early 2027 at a cost of £50/month plus up to £1,000 for glasses.
- Initial testing showed dementia patients' ability to name household items improved from 46% to 82% with the glasses, with benefits persisting after removal.
- Experts call for larger trials to confirm real-world benefits and highlight ethical considerations like data consent and practical issues like one-hour battery life.