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How to connect the OrCam Read to WiFi and download software updates

There are 2 ways to connect your OrCam device to WiFi in order to download the latest software updates. 

Please note that your device needs to be connected to the wall charger to connect to WiFi. 


1. On the app

  1. If not already done, download and install the app for your OrCam device.
  2. Click on the "Settings" button.
  3. Connect your device to the wall charger if not already connected.
  4. Click on "WiFi Settings"
  5. Select the network you want to connect to
  6. When prompted, enter the WiFi network password
  7. Your device will now connect to the WiFi, and will reconnect automatically every time you connect your device to the wall charger, provided it is within range of the WiFi network.
  8. If there are any software updates available your device will automatically download them. 
2. On our website 
  1. Open your internet browser and go to: https://www.orcam.com/en/wifiset/
  2. Enter your network name and password
  3. Click on "Generate QR Code"
  4. Use your OrCam device to take a picture of the QR code
    1. ​​​​​​​On your OrCam Read, use the arrow/pointer laser mode to take a picture of the QR code. 
  5. Your device will now connect to the WiFi, and will reconnect automatically every time you connect your device to the wall charger, provided it is within range of the WiFi network.
  6. If there are any software updates available your device will automatically download them. 

Connecting to WiFi is not necessary to operate the device. The only reason to connect your device to WiFi is to ensure you have the latest software updates. 


Please note that OrCam devices only support 2.4 Ghz WiFi. OrCam devices currently do not support 5 Ghz WiFi. Please contact your internet service provider for details about your WiFi network frequency.