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Beacon Designer: Rachel Abrams Department: Computer Related Design First prize in the Mobility category Beacon is a mobile phone service providing people with restricted mobility contextual information about access to public facilities in the city. The system improves access by gathering information from two sources: first, businesses sign up to be listed and give detailed information about facilities and access; second, users subscribe to Beacon through their mobile phone service provider. A consultant helps the user register a 'profile' of their capabilities, level of independence and manoeuvrability. When the user wants to access the service, Beacon will filter the possibilities to match their request according to their profile and location. By using this service people can venture out and receive comprehensive relevant information about places they wish to visit. All they need to take with them is their mobile phone.
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