If you’re looking for a way to keep tabs on your loved one aging in place, check out the Theora Connect GPS Smartwatch. Combined with the Theora Link smartphone app, Theora Connect provides a “complete remote monitoring and communications solution to keep families connected.” The smartwatch combines a watch, a pre-activated cell phone, two-way voice […]
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Always on the Lookout
Lookout is an app for Android devices that uses Google’s Artificial Intelligence toolkit to assist individuals, especially those who are blind or visually impaired. While the app isn’t new to the scene, there are two new features for Lookout app users to explore! The new features allow devices to read out food labels and scan […]
Light Switch Extenders Offer More Independence
Gaining independence while having a disability can feel difficult. One easy way to feel more self-sufficient is a light switch extender. This tool comes in many different designs fostered to help those reach a light switch in any room. They even have different extenders for different switch designs. Benefits to Having Light Switch Extenders Light […]
Monday Tech Tip: Alexa Frames
Blake Allee, Demo & Loan Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the Echo Frames, which gives you hands free access to Alexa. Check it out here: Click here for more information on the Echo Frames.
AM492 GasBuddy
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! It’s no secret that gas prices are outrageous these days. Fortunately, there are apps like GasBuddy […]
ATU592 – Phonics Builders and Otter Reading with Meagan Beam
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 Guest: Meagan Beam – Founder – Otter Reading https://otterreading.com Stories: Aesthetics of AT Story: https://bit.ly/3RhXxyC If you have […]