Smartphones have been a game changer for individuals with visual impairments. There are several accessibility features and apps that help said individuals complete daily tasks. WayAround is one example of these apps designed to simplify your life. According to the app’s description, WayAround is “a smart assistant that gives on-demand details about everyday things for anyone […]
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Consumer Highlight: Sister Gloria Memering
As a graduate of Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana I was familiar with St. Mary-of-the-Woods; however, I had never been on the campus and was not aware that it was also home to the Sisters of Providence. I recently got the opportunity to visit the campus to meet with Sister Gloria Memering so […]
Tobii Dynavox Speech Case
Tobii Dynavox is the business unit within Tobii Group where they help “individuals with different physical and cognitive limitations live richer and more independent lives.” The company offers several augmentative and alternative (AAC) devices and accessories. One of the company’s available devices is the Tobii Dynavox Speech Case for the iPad. The Tobii Dynavox Speech […]
Monday Tech Tip: DOT Braille Watch
Tracy Castillo, ReUse Technician at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the DOT Braille Watch, which is the first smartwatch for individuals who are blind. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about the DOT Braille Watch.
ATFAQ085 – Q1- Wheelchair backpack zipper pulls? Q2- Transcription pedals? Q3- App showdown Notability vs. AudioNote Q4- Spotify Accessibility? Q5- Sending Livescribe Notes to Google Drive or Evernote? Q6- Using phone for emergency alert button? Q7- Wildcard question: Do you still have a desktop computer at home?
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panel – Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Belva Smith, and Wade Wingler – Q1- Wheelchair backpack zipper pulls? Q2- Transcription pedals? Q3- App showdown Notability vs. AudioNote Q4- Spotify Accessibility? Q5- Sending Livescribe Notes to Google Drive or Evernote? Q6- Using phone for emergency alert button? Q7- Wildcard question: […]
ATU384 – Cognitopia with Tom Keating, Ph.D.
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. Show Notes: Tom Keating, Ph,D., Founder and CEO of Cognitopia Telephone: 1-866-573-3658 Email: contact@cognitopia.com Main Website: www.cognitopia.com Company Blog: http://blog.cognitopia.com/ […]