Though there are no cures for individuals with spinal cord injuries or other mobility impairments, technology such as REX Bionics, is helping these individuals regain freedom. According to its website, REX is the “world’s first hands-free, self-supporting, independently-controlled robotic walking device.” REX Bionics currently offers two separate products: 1. REX P The REX P is a robotic mobility […]
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To Learn Yourself By Teaching Others
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing “I’m grateful for my challenges because they have pushed me in ways that are invaluable, making me more compassionate for others and very aware we all are carrying our own baggage.” Kathy Nimmer couldn’t have said it better — especially since she’s a 10th grade English teacher who also teaches […]
Introducing Airing: a new CPAP device
Individuals who have sleep apnea often don’t wear their CPAP masks as they’re supposed to. This is likely due to the CPAP’s bulky mask attached to tangling cords and hoses. However, soon there may be a hoseless, cordless, maskless, battery-powered CPAP device available for these patients called Airing. First, what exactly is sleep apnea? According to the Airing website: Obstructive Sleep […]
Monday Tech Tip: Fooducate App
David Frye, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us an app called Fooducate that helps you track the food you eat in hopes to create healthier eating habits. Check it out here:
ATFAQ006 – Q1. iPad or dedicated book reader? Q2. Best headsets for Dragon? Q3. Smart phone cord management? Q4. iPad apps for Kindle books? Q5. Liquid level indicators and cup sizes? Q5. Best laptop computers for blind college students? Q6. Will Windows 10 really be the last version of Windows?
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Show Notes: ATFAQ006 – Q1. iPad or dedicated book reader? Q2. Best headsets for Dragon? Q3. Smart phone cord management? Q4. iPad apps for Kindle books? Q5. Liquid level indicators and cup sizes? Q5. Best laptop computers for blind college students? Q6. Will Windows 10 really be the […]
AM131 – ATFAQ, another of our shows!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 131-05-15-15 – ATFAQ 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! If you haven’t already checked out our other podcast, ATFAQ, be sure to […]