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We are thrilled to announce that the Braillepen24 is now officially certified under the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR). With our official UDI-DI registered 05903754599996, we ensure the highest standards of safety and full compliance for public tenders, professional institutions, and everyday users worldwide. Please see all details below: Product name: BraillePen24 Basic UDI-DI: 59037545999BP244F UDI-DI: 05903754599996 BraillePen24 is an active electronic device intended to compensate for visual impairment by enabling access to and interaction with information through Braille. Medical … Read more

The Raising the Dots blog published a new podcast featuring Jarek Urbanski, who explains the technology behind the new version of BraillePen24. Listen here:  45 min

The exhibition stems from the robust cultural collaboration between Poznań and Venice, a dialogue launched in 2024 that sees the two cities united by a “history of forms and cultural flows,” despite their differing geographical paths. This project aims to present Poznań’s vibrant artistic milieu to an international audience, exploring how architectural traditions and modern ideas are reflected between the centers and peripheries of Europe. The Braille device featured in the “La Villa” exhibition at Villa Farsetti serves as a … Read more

We are thrilled to announce that the new BraillePen24 is officially available for purchase. Following an extensive development phase and a highly successful Early Access program, our latest device is ready to set a new standard in professional braille mobility. Combining superior tactile cell quality, ultra-lightweight design, and enhanced connectivity, the BraillePen24 is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of daily work and study. Order yours today: Contact your local distributor or write to us for full specifications and availability … Read more

An interview by Double Tap reveals the path to the current version of BraillePen24 and the role the industrial design played in the project.   Please check here: DoubleTap interview   Direct link to the video: DoubleTap interview

Frankfurt am Main, GERMANY — May 27th, 2026 — Following two years of success in many European countries, Harpo is proud to announce the global release of the next-generation BraillePen24. Set to become the new standard for portable braille technology, the 2026 edition features a revolutionary “D3” tactile cell system and an ultra-slim aluminium chassis designed for the modern mobile professional. Please see the complete press release here: PressRelease. Please fill in to express your expectations and/or take part in the … Read more

We are excited to announce that Harpo will participate in the largest international trade fair for blind and visual impaired – Sight City in Frankfurt am Main from May 15th to 17th, 2024. Explore our booth and be among the first to experience the European launch of the BraillePen24 edition 2026 — a super-slim Braille notetaker crafted to empower individuals with visual impairments. With its 24 Braille cells and sleek design, this cutting-edge device is set to redefine the landscape … Read more

New firmware is being published at our Downloads page from time to time, whenever the changes to the BraillePen24 system seems benefitial or new bug fixes are introduced. To install the firmware please follow this procedure: To update BraillePen24 with an update file: 1. Make sure that the SD card is properly formatted and contains the correct firmware file before starting the update process. 2. Go to the “settings” menu. 3. Navigate to “service”. 4. Then to “firmware update”. 5. … Read more

Colors for blind people? That’s probably a joke! After all, they can’t see them anyway. However… research by Dr. Joanna Leciejewska from the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts in Poznań has shown that the design (including colors) of devices used by blind people is very important to them and they do care about it. Attention – until the end of the year, we offer colorful BraillePen24 Braille notepads/terminals in one of these colours: green, purple, blue, black, and red, … Read more

We are thrilled to announce our participation in the 40th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, taking place from March 11-14, 2025, at the Anaheim Marriott in California. Visit us at booth #509 to explore our groundbreaking assistive devices: BraillePen 24: The thinnest Braille notetaker available, designed to enhance accessibility and independence. Mountbatten Brailler Tutor: A comprehensive Braille learning center that combines education with fun, perfect for students and teachers alike. PIAF Tactile Image Maker: A revolutionary tool for creating instant … Read more