Some time ago, a significant shift occurred in the landscape of hearing aids in the United States - they were deregulated. This change had far-reaching implications. Many traditional hearing aids were equipped with inductive loop technology, a system that, after half a century, no longer met the needs of today's tech-savvy audience. This technology posed several challenges, particularly for exhibits situated closely together and in historical venues where modifying the floor was not feasible.

Further, with the rising demand for cost-effective manufacturing and the growing preference for hearing aids compatible with smartphones, inductive loop technology has slowly began to fade into obsolescence, as corroborated by recent reports. Recognizing the need for a more effective solution to support visitors with hearing impairments, we began exploring alternatives. We aimed to cater to those using hearing aids, but also to those visitors who really need hearing aids, but make do with AirPods or similar devices, or even headphones, and provide them with a superior content delivery experience.

This led us to the concept of personalized media - why not empower a visitor with a smart device and AirPods to listen to information in a language not offered in the primary media? This exploration didn't stop there. Given that many of these devices also have screens, we decided that we wanted to provide sign language for profoundly deaf individuals. Once video content was in play, it seemed logical to integrate braille devices or tactile screens, creating a truly inclusive content experience. Multiple languages are now, of course, easy too - so that will be of great benefit in locations such as Europe, where multi-lingual support is a must.

This journey of discovery and innovation led us to the development of the Lory^® system, an advanced solution that harnesses the pervasive technology of the 21st century. It marks a leap forward into a future where accessibility and personalization are at the forefront. We will continue to develop Lory^® to create the best system to provide ADA support and personalization options.

Lory^® is a patented cutting-edge Personalized Media Delivery System (PMDS) that revolutionizes how we engage with public spaces by offering customized media content to each user. It's designed to enhance individual experiences in a variety of venues - be it museums, theme parks, sports arenas, retail establishments, or even cruise ships, to name a few.

Here's how it works:

• User Interface: Lory^® uses visitor's own smart devices, or devices supplied by the venue. It assumes the visitor will use hearing aids, and ear -or headphones such as AirPods and other interfaces including braille readers.
• User Identification: Lory^® recognizes users through various methods, from facial recognition and QR code scanning to near-field communication signals. It's like having a personal guide who knows you're there as soon as you arrive.
• Understanding User Preferences: Lory^® isn't just about recognizing the user; it's about understanding them. It identifies each user's unique preferences, such as their preferred language, learning style, and even presentation style based on education level or personal interests. It also caters to users with special needs, providing visual presentations for the hearing impaired and auditory or tactile presentations for the visually impaired.
• Location-Based Content: What's more, Lory^® knows exactly where the user is within the venue. This allows it to provide content relevant to the user's current location, enhancing their interaction with the surroundings.
• Customized Media Content: Based on user preferences and location, Lory^® delivers a personalized media stream. This can include general venue information, specific content tailored to the user's interests, and even live broadcasts of events happening in real-time at the venue.
• Versatile Content Delivery: The content can be presented in a variety of ways. Whether it's on a screen, through speakers, tactile displays, or even directly to a handheld device or a hearing aid, Lory™ ensures the media content reaches the user in the most convenient and accessible manner.
• AI-Driven: The system can leverage advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing to generate and deliver custom media content, making it a truly smart system.

In a nutshell, Lory^® is all about personalizing the user experience in public spaces. It offers an inclusive, accessible, and highly customizable media experience to all visitors, making every outing more enjoyable and engaging. With Lory^®, every visitor gets a VIP experience tailored just for them.

The thought process behind Lory^® was sparked by a significant shift in the landscape of hearing aids in the United States - their deregulation. This change has far-reaching implications. Traditional hearing aids are often equipped with inductive loop technology, a system that, after half a century, no longer meets the needs of today's tech-savvy audience. This technology poses several challenges, particularly for exhibits situated closely together and in historical venues where modifying the floor was not feasible. Not only that - in this age, hearing aid users use a Bluetooth link with their hearing aids, and that is a primary method for making this work.

Furthermore, with the rising demand for cost-effective manufacturing and the growing preference for hearing aids compatible with smartphones, inductive loop technology has already started to fade into obsolescence. Recognizing the need for a more effective solution to support visitors with hearing impairments, the creators of Lory^® began exploring alternatives. Their aim was to cater to those using hearing aids, but also to visitors who really need hearing aids but make do with devices like AirPods or even headphones, with the goal of providing them with a superior content delivery experience.

This exploration led to the concept of personalized media - the idea was to empower a visitor with a smart device and AirPods to listen to information in a language not offered in the primary media at a venue. The exploration didn't stop there. Given that many of these devices also have screens, they decided to provide sign language for profoundly deaf individuals. Once video content was in play, it seemed logical to integrate braille devices or tactile screens, creating a truly inclusive content experience. Although bi-lingual needs can be met using audio for the primary language and subtitles for the secondary language, it is still limiting. Multiple languages are now easy to include - a great benefit in locations like Europe, where multi-lingual support is a must, or cities like Los Angeles, where the mayor has set a requirement to (currently) support 13 languages, many of which do not use the European script.

This journey of discovery and innovation led to the development of the Lory^® system, an advanced solution that harnesses the pervasive technology of the 21st century. It marks a leap forward into a future where accessibility and personalization are at the forefront. The creators continue to develop Lory^® to create the best system to provide ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) support and personalization options like never before, especially where it concerns languages and needs outside of those provided by the primary media source.

Lory^® is based on patented technology to create an innovative personalized media delivery system designed to provide an enhanced, inclusive, and accessible visitor experience for a diverse range of audiences. With a myriad of features tailored to address various visitor needs, this groundbreaking system is an excellent choice for your museum or theme park.

Key Features:

1. Personalization: Lory^® can be set up to meet the requirements of different visitors, and then, using technologies such as RFID sensors, NFC tags, QR codes, facial recognition, and GPS or other methods to derive their location, it can customizes media content based on user preferences and location, catering to the unique interests and requirements of each visitor.

2. Accessibility: It has specialized functionalities for individuals with hearing impairments, visual impairments, and non-native language speakers. It can provide auditory, visual, or tactile content, or a blend of all, creating an inclusive experience for all visitors.

3. Device Compatibility: Lory^® operates in conjunction with a visitor's smart device, which can be a handheld device or can be linked with a hearing aid. It delivers the custom content via WiFi, Bluetooth, or other wireless channels.

4. Custom Content Delivery: Depending on visitor preferences, Lory^® can generate a primary, secondary, or custom media stream, providing content that matches visitor's preferred language, learning style, and educational level. The system also considers personal interests, making your museum or theme park visit a truly personalized experience.

5. Interactive Displays: The media display devices integrated into Lory^® can include monitors, screens, touch screens, projectors, loudspeakers, speakers, text-based displays, and tactile displays.

6. Real-time Updates and Live Broadcasts: Lory^® can include real-time content or live broadcasts within the custom media stream, ensuring visitors receive up-to-date information or can partake in live events.

7. AI-Driven Custom Content Generation: Lory^® can use pre-generated media, or it can incorporate advanced AI and natural language processing modules that efficiently generate custom content tailored to each visitor.

Potential Possibilities:

1. Enhanced Visitor Engagement: By tailoring the content to individual preferences, Lory^® increases engagement, ensuring a memorable visit that visitors would love to repeat and recommend.

2. Improved Accessibility: Lory^® allows your museum or theme park to become a leader in accessibility, catering to an expanded demographic of visitors, including those with special needs.

3. Location-Specific Content: With geolocation features, you can provide location-specific information or stories, enhancing the visitor's understanding and appreciation of specific exhibits or attractions.

4. Educational Enhancement: With the ability to adapt to different learning styles and educational levels, Lory^® can significantly enhance the educational value of your exhibits.

5. Increased Operational Efficiency: By automating the delivery of personalized content, your staff can focus on other aspects of visitor services, leading to improved operational efficiency.

In conclusion, Lory^® represents an investment in the future of your museum or theme park, offering a unique and personalized visitor experience that will keep people coming back. By integrating Lory^® into your operation, you can meet and exceed the expectations of modern, diverse, and discerning audiences.

Let's look at a simple example for a Lory^® system:

John, a visitor from Spain, arrives at a major museum in Washington D.C., eager to explore the exhibits. Despite his enthusiasm, he feels a tinge of apprehension, as his English is not very fluent, and he is hard of hearing. But he has been told about the museum's new Lory^® system and is keen to try it out.

As he enters the museum, he takes out his smartphone and scans a label showing the Lory^® logo, which asks him to set up his preferences. He's opted for the Spanish language and enabled options for additional audio support, knowing his hearing impairment can sometimes make it challenging to understand audio content.

As John approaches the first exhibit, he scans another Lory^® label on an exhibit. He looks down to see a message (in Spanish, of course), that reads: "Welcome to the Space Exploration exhibit. Would you like to start the guided tour?"

He taps 'Yes,' and the Lory^® system immediately starts streaming content personalized for him. His AirPods come alive with a crisp, clear narration in Spanish, detailing the history of space exploration. The volume is perfectly suited to his hearing capabilities, and he smiles as he realizes he isn't missing a single detail.

Later, he approaches an exhibit about the Apollo missions. This time, the Lory^® system offers him an additional video option - a sign language interpreter explaining the exhibit. Intrigued, he decides to try it out. On his screen, a friendly face appears, signing the details of the Apollo missions in Spanish Sign Language. The experience is immersive and inclusive, and John feels a sense of belonging he hasn't felt at other museums.

As he continues to explore, John notices that the Lory^® system is also offering text descriptions for each exhibit. This feature would be perfect for his friend Maria, who is visually impaired. He makes a mental note to tell her about it.

After a full day of exploring the museum, John leaves feeling satisfied and enriched. He didn't struggle with language barriers or difficulties hearing the exhibit information. Instead, he was fully immersed in the experience, thanks to the Lory^® system.

John's visit to the museum is a testament to the power of the Lory^® technology - an example of how it has revolutionized museum visits for individuals like him, breaking down barriers and creating a truly inclusive environment.