GuideDog Nav
Virtual Guide Dog
About
This navigation assistant uses your iPhone's sensors and AI to detect obstacles, stairs, and hazards in real-time. It provides voice and haptic feedback to help blind and visually impaired individuals navigate safely. All processing is done on-device for enhanced privacy.
What's New in GuideDog Nav
1.5
May 21, 2026
Introducing Hear Mode. A new way to use GuideDog, built for deaf and hard of hearing users. Live captions transcribe speech as it happens, and sound detection alerts you to sirens, alarms, doorbells, dogs barking, and over 30 other safety relevant sounds nearby.
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FAQ
What devices does GuideDog Nav work on?
GuideDog Nav is designed to work on iPhones and iPods. It functions best on iPhones equipped with LiDAR sensors, specifically models from the iPhone 12 Pro and later.
Does GuideDog Nav have ads?
No, GuideDog Nav is completely ad-free. The app is built as a student project and does not contain any advertisements.
How does GuideDog Nav protect user privacy?
GuideDog Nav prioritizes privacy by performing all detection on-device. Optional cloud AI processing is only used when scanning, and no images are stored, nor is an account required.
What kind of feedback does GuideDog Nav provide?
GuideDog Nav offers real-time voice alerts to inform users about detected obstacles and hazards. It also utilizes haptic feedback for an additional layer of sensory information.
How often is GuideDog Nav updated?
The latest version of GuideDog Nav is 1.5, which was last updated on May 21, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, it has received updates since its release.
What are the voice commands for GuideDog Nav?
Users can interact with GuideDog Nav using voice commands such as "What's around", "Is it safe", "Left", "Right", "Scan", and "Help".
What is the age rating for GuideDog Nav?
GuideDog Nav has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
What specific hazards can GuideDog Nav detect?
GuideDog Nav can detect various obstacles like walls and people using its LiDAR sensor and AI. The cloud AI component specifically identifies hazards such as stairs, wet floors, and doors.