The app Fleksy is an autocorrect app that is powerful enough to know what you meant to text, even if you aren’t looking at the screen. Today thousands of blind and visually impaired users can type faster and easier than many sighted people because of Fleksy. The app aims to revolutionize the way people think […]
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3 Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
When the Americans with Disabilities Act came into effect in 1990, schools were required by the government to accommodate the needs of students with disabilities. This began breaking down many barriers that prevented students from accessing educational resources and technology. It has enabled thousands of students to enjoy the full benefits of a college education. Many scholarships […]
Braillephone
The Braillephone is a portable braille telephone device designed for use by individuals who are Deaf and Blind. This piece of assistive technology is used as a telephone communication or for face-to-face communication. It’s helpful for communication between a person who is Deaf Blind and any other person using a telecommunications device for the Deaf. […]
Assistive Technology for People with Autism
People with Autism may need assistance doing every day tasks or communicating with the people around them. Below is a short list of assistive technology services and products that may be helpful for your or a loved one with Autism. The Center for AAC and Autism The Center for AAC and Autism aims to build […]
National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program partners with Easter Seals Crossroads
iCanConnect has a the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program that aims to “ensure that every person with combined hearing and vision loss has access to modern telecommunication tools and the training necessary to use them, granting every individual the opportunity to interact with the world as an involved, contributing member of society.” The outreach program […]
Making the Cloud more Accessible with Android and Chrome
People who are Blind or have low-vision face unique challenges when using Cloud services. Google recently led a workshop to share how the company is improving the accessibility of its technologies. Some of Google’s improvements to its Android and Chrome products are listed below. You can read the full list on Google’s Official Blog. Google OS […]