About us
We are a French team based between Lyon and Paris, dedicated to improving the daily lives of visually impaired and blind people through a smart tool that assists them at home, outdoors, and in partner locations.
The origins of the project
We are often asked how the idea for OOrion came about. It all started when Stéphanie and Thomas, the founders, met Christine, a blind woman. She told them how complicated her daily life could be, sharing a particularly striking anecdote: the night before, she had spent nearly twenty minutes crouched in front of her front door looking for her keys, which she had dropped. According to her, this was just one example of the many situations she faced every day. Identifying and locating objects in their environment is a constant challenge for people with visual impairments.
Our successes
Since its inception, OOrion has distinguished itself through its technological advances aimed at improving the lives of visually impaired and blind people, which has earned us numerous awards.
Milestones
2021
Thomas and Stéphanie start the journey
2022
First prototype version
2024
Mature version and international rollout (adding the “personal items” feature, first partner venues, CES participation and Innovation Awards)
2025
Enhanced version with AI assistant
Recognitions & Achievements
We’re honored to have our work recognized by respected institutions that share our vision for a better, more innovative future. Each award reflects the passion and creativity that drive everything we do.
Awards
- Tech For Future 2023
- Innovation Awards at CES 2024
- Initiatives Remarquables 2024