Haptic, a startup that has been making waves in the accessibility space, has unveiled its revolutionary non-visual navigation technology that uses vibration to guide users. The company, which presented at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, has made significant progress since its inception in 2017, moving from concept to prototype to a fully-fledged platform.

Haptic's innovative approach uses tactile sensations to communicate directions, providing a more intuitive and accessible way for visually impaired individuals to navigate. The technology, which has been patented, uses a "haptic corridor" to guide users, with a steady pulse indicating they're on track and intensifying vibrations if they veer off course.

The startup has shifted its focus from proving the product to scaling globally, with plans to partner with major players like Google, Uber, and Apple. This could potentially put Haptic's technology in the hands of billions of users. The company has already secured a $1 million contract with Aira, an app that provides live assistance to visually impaired individuals, and is in talks with other major partners.

Haptic's CEO, Kevin Yoo, emphasized that the company's goal is not to monetize its own app but to license its technology to other companies, allowing it to integrate with a wide range of services. With its hyper-accurate location software and indoor navigation capabilities, Haptic is poised to make a significant impact in the accessibility space.