Low tech assistive technology

Many believe that technology can be overwhelming or even daunting at times because of all of the upgrades, new editions and the never-ending list of new technologies to choose from. However, not all technology has to be “high-tech.” Assistive technology in particular can be anything from a heating pad to a magnifying glass, it just […]

Monday Tech Tip: PlexTalk Digital Text Reader

Watch as Brian demonstrates how to use the PlexTalk digital reader device. It reads, records and bookmarks important information.! 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.

AM046 – National Library Service

Podcast: Play in new window | Downloadhttp://traffic.libsyn.com/accessibilityminute/AM041312.mp3 A weekly look at assistive technology–tools designed to assist people with vision, mobility, or hearing impairments. Produced by the INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads in Indiana. www.loc.gov/nls

Groovy glasses: Google to introduce augmented reality goggles

In the recent past, people have become quite used to seeing people talk to themselves in the street. Watching individuals talking with their hands, shouting or having heated conversations with apparently no one have become the norm for those who use headphones, with microphones, attached to their mobile device. Hands free, it’s all the rage. […]