Apple offers an app designed to help the special needs community with their communication needs. An app called Suno allows the deaf-blind to communicate with those around them using an Apple Watch. The deaf-blind can use the Apple Watch to communicate through touch. Type out Morse code on the watch using gestures (one tap for […]
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Worthy Reads: The Ables
“The Ables” is a fast-paced series about superheroes with disabilities Want a non-traditional novel with a new take on where superheroes come from? Then this book is for you. Jeremy Scott, a Nashville-based author has created a new literary series that’s breaking all the rules. “The Ables” is a fast-paced, captivating novel from the Midwest author. […]
Cymath: The Lifesaving Math Problem Solver
Math isn’t everyone’s strong suit. For students heading back to school after the holidays, the Cymath app is the perfect tool for making it easier. You can either type in a math problem or take a screenshot of it on your notebook, and Cymath will walk you through it step by step. This is particularly […]
Ergonomics and Working from Home
Ergonomics is the study of people in their working environment. The goal of ergonomics is to prevent injuries and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) caused by lifting, bending, working in awkward body positions and performing repetitive motions and tasks. Have you ever been hunched over your computer so long that when you finally get up, you throw […]
HomeAware Smartphone Signaler with Bed Shaker Kit
Harris Communications, Inc. was established as a mail-order catalog company in 1982. “Since that time, the customer base has expanded to the national and international levels.” One of their newer products is the HomeAware Smartphone Signaler with Bed Shaker Kit. The HomeAware Smartphone Signaler with Bed Shaker is ideal for individuals with hearing impairments. Once […]
Cleaning Your Assistive Technology Devices
Cleaning is more important now than ever before as we continue to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many people are keeping quarantined at home, it’s virtually impossible to avoid having to run errands — unless you have some kind of fallout shelter stocked up with food and supplies! Think of all the bacteria you pick […]