When I first started, back in August, I had no idea what the words “assistive technology” meant. Blindly, I accepted the position as a social media intern with the INDATA Project because I could tell my interviewers, Wade and Nikol, loved their work and I wanted in on it. Now, as I write my final […]
Posts in the Products and Devices category:
Drake Music: breaking down musical barriers
At the heart of one music company is the idea of connecting people with and without disabilities through music locally, nationally and internationally. Drake Music currently operates in the United Kingdom; however, their technology is really cool and totally worth sharing. Since 1988, Drake Music has been working to pioneer programs involving assistive technology and […]
Monday Tech Tip: Reading Stand for The Ruby Handheld Magnfier
Greg Blackman from Eye Can See Inc. shows us the new Reading Stand for the Ruby Handheld Magnifier. Having trouble viewing the video? Click here! Click here to visit our archived videos. To view Closed Captioning, click on the “CC” in the lower right corner of the video.
EyeRing: Fluid Interfaces
One new technology for the blind or visually impaired is as simple as pointing and clicking. Literally. The EyeRing device is an object worn on the user’s finger that, when directed at an object, will tell the user more information about it. The device is comprised of a small camera mounted onto a ring is […]
Blind and visually impaired students get the most out of science laboratories
Very few students who are blind or visually impaired have been able to actively contribute to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) simply because laboratories, data and experiments are sight driven and rely on observations. However, GW Micro is seeking to change this. The new collaborative effort between GW Micro and Independence […]
Friday Podcast: Bob Heil (part 2), Blackberry Screen Reader, Ice Cream Sandwiches for the blind, Bionic Ear to Replace Cochlear Implants, Step-by-Step Communicator, The OSX Dock by Keyboard only, Haptic Interfaces
Information from the INDATA Project is now available via podcast! Every Friday, the INDATA Project will release two podcasts featuring new assistive technology projects. The podcasts are available for viewing on the INDATA Project website and on iTunes. The “Assistive Technology Update” is a fast-paced weekly update for AT professionals and enthusiasts. The “Accessibility Minute” is designed […]