OneCourt

Tactile sports broadcasting devices for blind and low-vision fans to track live matches via haptic feedback.

OneCourt is a hardware & semiconductors company based in Seattle, US.

Overview

OneCourt develops assistive hardware that allows blind and low-vision sports fans to follow games in real-time. By converting live gameplay data into trackable tactile vibrations, the company enables users to experience sports intuitively through touch. The technology supports basketball, baseball, soccer, and American football [0]. Founded in 2021 by University of Washington students, the venture grew from a design and engineering initiative to address a lack of accessibility in sports media [1]. OneCourt provides its devices at various professional sports venues and has also developed an at-home fan experience [0]. The team, consisting of experts in engineering, design, and business operations, focuses on using haptics to make live entertainment accessible to a wider audience [1]. While the company's official stage and funding details are not publicly disclosed, it has established partnerships across major professional leagues to offer its services at no additional cost to fans [0].

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