Delivered high-resolution panoramic imagery across Ghana to enhance Google Maps.
Project Regions
Ghana
Apple Live Photos Project
Client: Apple
About the Project
It involved capturing dynamic photos that include a few seconds of movement and sound before and after
the image is taken. This allowed Apple to refine its Live Photos feature for iPhones and iPads, which
turns still images into short, animated clips.
Collection of diverse visual and motion data to train and enhance Apple's machine learning models.
Project Regions
Ethiopia
Nigeria
Germany
South Africa
Ghana
United States/Canada
Apple Hand Gestures Project
Client: Apple
About the Project
Focused on collecting extensive hand movement and gesture data to enhance Apple's gesture recognition
technologies. These technologies were critical for improving features in AI-powered systems and
devices.
Project Regions
Ethiopia
Nigeria
Germany
South Africa
Ghana
United States/Canada
Google Feet-on-Street Project
Client: Google
About the Project
A data collection initiative designed to gather critical information from physical locations,
typically to enhance Google's digital services such as Google Maps, business listings, and other
geo-based platforms.
Project Regions
Kenya
Nigeria
Google Foot Print Project
Client: Google
About the Project
It was a data collection initiative aimed at gathering precise location data and mapping information
to enhance Google's geo-based services, particularly Google Maps and Google Earth.
Project Regions
Kenya
Bebapay Cashless System
Client: Google & Equity Bank Kenya
About the Project
The project was a collaboration between Google and Equity Bank Kenya to introduce an innovative
cashless payment solution for public transportation in Kenya. This project aimed to simplify fare
payments for commuters and enhance financial transparency for transport operators.
Project Region
Kenya
Project Tuscany
Client: Google
About the Project
The Project Tuscany aimed to improve the unlock functionality of the Android operating system by
collecting a diverse set of facial images through scripted tasks. These images were to enhance
Android's biometric capabilities, particularly facial recognition, ensuring improved accuracy and
usability across various user demographics.
Project Regions
Kenya
Nigeria
South Africa
Ghana
Google Identity Projects
Client: Google
About the Project
Google identity projects in South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, and Kenya. The project aimed to source high-quality biometric, image, and video data to support Google's initiatives in enhancing its digital tools, including improving facial recognition and related technologies. The data was collected through a customer-provided app from participants adhering to strict consent and compliance protocols.
The project emphasized on ethical practices, data security, and alignment with Google's and Cognizant's evolving standards.
Project Regions
Kenya
Nigeria
South Africa
Ghana
Apple FaceTime Project
Client: Apple
About the Project
The initiative aimed to collect videos from participants (simulating FaceTime conversations) using front-facing iPhone and iPad cameras, targeting videos from unique participants.
The project emphasizes quality data collection while maintaining participant privacy and technical specifications for optimal results.