IrisVision
IrisVision is a low-vision headset brand that uses wearable technology to help people with vision loss stay independent.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
IrisVision is a product of Skipfour, focused on wearable assistive technology for people living with low vision. It introduced one of the first widely adopted headset-based technologies for low vision in 2017, developed in collaboration with neuroscientist Dr. Frank Werblin and supported by the NIH. The brand offers the Vista headset, described as the world's first voice-first low-vision headset with an AI assistant named Iris. IrisVision has customers in 39 countries across 6 continents.
History
IrisVision introduced one of the first widely adopted headset-based technologies for low vision in 2017, often described as 'glasses for the blind.' It was developed in collaboration with neuroscientist Dr. Frank Werblin and supported by research backing from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). IrisVision is a Skipfour product focused on wearable assistive technology for people living with low vision.
Products and positioning
Market leader in low-vision headsets
Vista
The world's first voice-first low-vision headset, combining advanced lens software, robust connectivity, and Iris, an AI voice assistant tailor-built for low-vision users.
Flagship businesses
- Vista
Sources
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