Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, shows us the Jouse3, which is a a joystick-operated USB mouse that is controlled by mouth and allows someone who does not have use of their hands access to use a computer. The Jouse3 can also be controlled by a user’s cheek, chin, or tongue. Check it out here: […]
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ATFAQ152 – Q1 – Difference between Zoomtext Speech and a Screen Reader, Q2. Adjustable Desk safety, Q3. Discreet voice amplifier, Q4. Equipment Lending Libraries, Q5. Wildcard: What is in your junk drawer?
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panelists: Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Belva Smith, Tracy Castillo ATFAQ152 – Q1 – Difference between ZoomText Speech and a Screen Reader, Q2. Adjustable Desk safety, Q3. Discreet voice amplifier, Q4. Equipment Lending Libraries, Q5. Wildcard: What is in your junk drawer? —— Transcript Starts Here —– Brian Norton: […]
ATU539 – Digital FOV with Henry Johns
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: Henry Johns – Chief Innovator and Founder – Digital FOV Digital FOV, LLC Equipment Info: Henry Johns […]
AM441 – Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier
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! Zoomax is a company that has been committed to developing assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments. […]
Reminder Rosie 2 – Alarm Clock, Voice Reminder Assistant
We originally wrote about Reminder Rosie several years ago. Now, there is an all-new model: introducing Reminder Rosie 2! Reminder Rosie 2 is an alarm clock that doubles as a voice reminder assistant. Reminder Rosie 2 boasts an “extra-large display” with 2-inch LED numbers, making it ideal for individuals with low vision. With Reminder Rosie […]
Museums with Accessibility in Mind
Inviting Museum Accessibility Feedback In terms of their accessibility, local museums have come a long way from offering the standard wheelchair ramps and automatic doors. They’re now tapping into the latest technology and providing online platforms for people with disabilities and their loved ones to give advice and ideas for further accessibility efforts. The Children’s […]