Color Identifier-Light Detector
by Colorino
Last verified June 17, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This handheld device scans a surface and speaks the detected color aloud — distinguishing between 150 shades like pale red versus dark red — and also detects light presence and intensity through audio tones. It's designed for someone who is blind or has low vision and needs to independently match clothing, sort produce by ripeness, or decorate without relying on sighted assistance. The device is self-contained and pocket-sized, running on included AAA batteries with a zippered case for portability — no phone, app, or computer needed. 150 shades sounds broad, but color identification technology can still struggle with very dark or highly reflective surfaces, and results may vary under inconsistent lighting.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert the included AAA batteries.
- Hold the device against a surface and press the red button to hear the color announced.
- Hold the device in the air and press the yellow button to detect light intensity via audio tone.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Colorino — view on vendor site; last verified June 17, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.