This study explores how visually impaired people(VIP)engage in online dating and romantic relationships,highlighting their unique experiences and preferences when using smartphones.While much research has focused on technological aspects,this study shifts the perspective to the daily lives and subjective experiences of VIP.It employs the"Comprehensive Assistive Technology"model,integrating both"activity attributes"and"personal attributes"theories,to examine how these individuals navigate online intimacy.Key findings include:(1)VIP prioritize vocal qualities in partners,indicating a shift from visual to auditory intimacy;(2)Their criteria for partner selection extend beyond technology,reflecting broader physiological,social,and economic considerations;and(3)This new form of emotional attachment challenges visual norms and compensates for traditional family connections.However,VIP often adopt strategies to manage the risks and uncertainties in these relationships,resulting in a balanced form of intimacy.
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