In the past several years, there have been many breakthroughs in the field of assistive technology (e.g. the VEST for the deaf or hard of hearing, smart wheelchairs for the mobility impaired, etc.). A more recent example was presented by some students at Birmingham City University, who have developed the XploR mobility cane. XploR is cited as being “a revolutionary ‘smart’ […]
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Monday Tech Tip: Candy 5 HD
Belva Smith, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us the basic features of the Candy HD 5 handheld CCTV. Check it out here:
ATFAQ007 – Q1. Specific computer monitors to avoid seizures Q2. Apps to read aloud for Dyslexia Q3. AT low interest loan requirements Q4. Blocking bad web content for children Q5. Who are Cook & Hussey? Q6. Open source AT hardware.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Show notes: Q1. Specific computer monitors to avoid seizures Q2. Apps to read aloud for Dyslexia Q3. AT low interest loan requirements Q4. Blocking bad web content for children Q5. Who are Cook & Hussey? Q6. Open source AT hardware. | Panel: Brian Norton, Mark Stewart, Josh Anderson, Wade Wingler
AM134 – Dolphin Supernova
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! Do you find yourself straining your eyes when viewing the content of your computer screen? The SuperNova Magnifier software […]
AM133 – Airing CPAP Device
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 133-05-29-15 – Airing CPAP Device 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! Individuals who have sleep apnea don’t wear their CPAP masks as […]
ATU210 – Google’s Project Tango, Wunderlist for Apple Watch, FCC Awards, RESNA position paper on evacuation chairs, Apps for hard of hearing movie/theater goers, Top Tap Speak
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: Google’s Project Tango with George Takahashi & Dan Andersen, Purdue University Wunderlist’s Watch app is now better […]