Podcast: Play in new window | Download 218-1-13-2017 AskMyBuddy.net 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! Curious about how the Amazon Echo can help promote independence for you or a […]
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Blue2 Bluetooth Switch
AbleNet Inc. is a “world leader in assistive technology, curriculum, and services to help individuals with disabilities lead productive and fulfilling lives.” They offer a vast portfolio of assistive technologies designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. One of their products is the Blue2 Bluetooth switch. The new Blue2 Bluetooth switch provides single or dual switch access […]
5 Ways to Utilize Your Amazon Echo
Over the past couple of years, I’ve briefly covered the Amazon Echo. In sum, the Amazon Echo (aka “Alexa”) is a hands-free personal assistant. When I first wrote about the Echo, I had very limited knowledge on how it could really benefit individuals with special needs. I have only recently discovered some cool features and tricks which […]
SmartKlean Laundry Ball
I went 25+ years without doing my own laundry as the machines were always inaccessible. When I moved into my current house over a year ago, I was so excited about being able to do my own laundry! I know, I know– who gets excited over a chore?! This gal! It was satisfying being able to […]
Monday Tech Tip: How to avoid calls going directly to your voicemail on iPhone
Belva Smith, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to make sure your calls aren’t going directly to voicemail on your iPhone. Check it out here:
ATFAQ045 – Best Questions of 2016
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Best questions of 2016. We will be back to our regular format next time. Happy New Year and best wishes for 2017!