Abstract：Harnessing the Power of OrCam Library for Assistive Media and Talking Books servicesLAMTBare located at the main branch for the StClair Countys Library SystemLAMTB facilitates resources and technologies for residents of all ages who have visualphysicalandor reading limitations that prevent them from using traditional print materialsOperating out of Port HuronMichiganwe encounter many instances where we need to provide assistance above and beyond what a basic library may offerWe host Talking Book services which provide free playerscassettesbraille titlesand downloads to users who are vision or mobility impairedWe also have a large and stationary Kurtzweil reading machine that converts print to speechvideo-enhanced magnifierslarge print booksWe also provide home delivery service for patrons who are unable to travel to branchesThe library has been searching for a more technology-forward focus for our patronsThe states Talking Books center in Lansing set up an educational meeting at the Library of Michigan in 2018 to see a live demonstration of the OrCam My Eye readerThis was the innovation we were seeking and I was thoroughly impressed with the compact and powerful design of the readerthe ease of useand the stunningly accurate feedback provided by this AI reading assistive deviceUsers are able to read with minimal setup and total controlOrCam readers are lightweighteasily maneuverable assistive technology devices for users who are blindvisually impairedor have a reading disabilityincluding childrenadults and the elderlyThe device automatically reads any printed textnewspapersmoneybooksmenuslabels on consumer productstext on screensbooksor smartphonesetcThe OrCam reader will repeat back any text immediately and is fit for all ages and abilitiesOrCam works with EnglishSpanishand French languages and can identify money and other business and household itemsIt can be placed near either the left or right earUsers can easily adjust the volume and speed of the read textIt can be to either the left or right temple on your glasses using a magnetic docking deviceHaving a diverse group of users with different needs use the reader as they like is one of the more impressive offeringsChanging most settings is normally facilitated with just a finger swipe on the OrCam deviceThe mission of OrCam is to develop aportablewearable visual system for blind and visually impaired personsvia the use of artificial computer intelligence and augmented realityBy offering these devices to our sightmobilityor otherwise impaired patrons we open up the world of literacydiscovery and educationSome of our users are not able to read in any other fashion and the OrCam provides a much-needed boost to their learning profileWe secured a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library ServicesIMLSfor the purchase of the readersCFDA 45310We also worked with OrCam to get lower pricing for these unitsNormally they retail for3500 but we were able to move this to the lower price point of3000We also were awarded a22106 Improving Access to Information grant from the Library of Michigan to fund the entire purchaseWithout this funding stream we would not have been able to secure the OrCamHoweverif you have veterans in your service area please contact the company since there is availability for VA health coverage for low vision or legally blind veterans who may Library AutomationOrcam My Eye Reader can read booksnewspapers and other printing materials to automate them into voice contentConsulting ServiceThe library provides this technology consultation and teaching services to help users understand how to use itORCAM My Eye Reader is an auxiliary device that uses mode recognition technology to automatically identify and printed text and converts them into voiceso that users with difficulty in reading can hear the content