The functional settings of the Smombie Assistant module play a key role in its operation, allowing the system to be adapted to different usage scenarios and user preferences. These settings determine how the module responds to the surrounding environment, which smartphone resources it utilizes, and how it balances safety, usability, and power consumption during everyday use.
Enabling the module
This is the primary switch that activates the Smombie Assistant module. Once enabled, the smartphone will request permission to access its internal resources, including: camera access; notification access; location access.
Motion lock
When this option is enabled, the smartphone screen is immediately locked with a warning message whenever movement is detected, without recognizing hazardous objects (yellow-colored objects, tactile paving, or yellow road markings). The screen will only be unlocked after the user stops moving. This is essentially a "strict" mode that relies solely on the accelerometer and GPS.
Color-only analysis
By default, the module recognizes yellow lines as hazardous objects. This option allows line detection to be disabled, enabling the system to analyze only color. In this mode, the module searches for any yellow objects and their shades instead of specifically detecting lines. This reduces the image processing time required to identify potential hazards, resulting in faster warnings while also lowering battery consumption.
Camera view
When this setting is enabled, a live view from the rear camera is displayed in a movable window on the smartphone's home screen or over the currently running application as soon as the pedestrian starts moving. The window can be repositioned by dragging it with a finger, and its size can be adjusted in the settings. This feature allows pedestrians to visually monitor their surroundings and independently recognize potential hazards in their path.
LED flashlight
When enabled, the smartphone's LED camera flash is used as a light source. The LED flashlight improves the detection of obstacles ahead while walking at night or in poorly lit environments. It is also convenient for pedestrians using their smartphones in the dark, as there is no need to turn on the flashlight separately.
Password protection
This setting allows a password to be assigned to the Smombie Assistant module. This feature is particularly useful for parental control. By protecting the module with a password, parents can prevent their children from disabling it, helping to ensure their safety while walking.
Conclusion
The functional settings of the Smombie Assistant module define its behavior and overall effectiveness in real-world conditions, allowing users to customize its operation according to their individual needs. Thanks to these configurable options, the module can be optimized either for maximum accuracy and safety or for reduced resource consumption, while remaining a convenient and adaptive tool for everyday use.