Many individuals with dyslexia or other learning disabilities benefit from having text read aloud. With the NaturalReader app, you can have your books, PDFs, and more read aloud to you by 140+ AI-powered voices in over 25 different languages or dialects! NaturalReader is a mobile app that can read aloud various texts like online articles, […]
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Natural Reader Chrome Extension
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us Natural Reader Chrome Extension, which is an extension that uses AI to convert online text from emails, websites, PDFs, Google Docs and Kindle books into audio. This is helpful for individuals who are blind, have low vision, or reading impairments. Check it out here: […]
ATU648 – Part 2: Vocational Rehabilitation Updates with Theresa Koleszar and Kristina Blankenship
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guests: Theresa Koleszar – Director – Bureau of Rehabilitation Services Kristina Blankenship – Director – Business and Community […]
AM547 MedReady Pill Dispenser
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Hey there! Welcome to Accessibility Minute, your weekly look at Assistive Technology, those clever tools and devices designed to help people who have difficulties with vision, mobility, hearing, or other special needs! Many individuals aging in place may have difficulty remembering and taking their medications when they’re supposed […]
Braille Star 80
As I mentioned on Tuesday, Help Tech is a world leader in the design and manufacture of Braille devices. The company offers a variety of different Braille displays, keyboards, and more. The other day I wrote about the Activator Braille Display; another available Braille display from Help Tech is the Braille Star 80! According to […]
Richard Propes Lives the NDEAM Dream
In light of Spina Bifida Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month, check out this interview with disability advocate Richard Propes.