bryan bolivar lives on the east coast of florida. he’s a music producer, worship leader, and the creator of the blind pov, a channel where he shares how he navigates life with low vision. diagnosed with stargardt’s disease at eight years old, bryan lost his central vision but never let that stop him from pursuing a full, vibrant life.
technology, especially ally on the envision app, has played a huge role in making that possible.
for bryan, ally isn’t just something he turns to when he’s stuck, it’s part of his daily rhythm. whether he’s reading a receipt, figuring out ingredients in his kitchen, or checking labels on gear in his recording studio, ally gives him instant access to the info he needs, without needing to ask someone else.
“now i can ask ally how long to cook a pizza instead of asking my wife or kids,” he said. “it gave me independence, even in my own home.”
what sets ally apart for bryan is its conversational nature. it’s not just reading text, it’s listening, responding, and adapting. when bryan scanned his son’s handwritten christmas list, ally didn’t just read it back. it picked up on the moment and gently redirected the conversation to avoid spoiling any surprises. “it felt like something a human would do,” he said. “it really blew my mind.”
he’s even customized ally’s voice and personality to feel more personal, naming it “mate” and adding a cheerful english accent. it’s become part assistant, part companion.
bryan’s journey with ally inspired him to start sharing more of his experience publicly. his wife posted a video of him using the app that went viral, racking up nearly 20 million views. since then, his blind pov community has grown, helping others with low vision discover tools that can open up new possibilities.
“i just want people to know that visual impairment doesn’t mean your life is over,” he said. “tech like ally is helping me live fully, and i want others to know they can too.”
ally helped bryan take back his independence, stay creative, and feel connected to the world around him. and it’s ready to do the same for you.
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