Sao Mai Vocational and Assistive Technology Center for the Blind is a nonprofit organization founded in 2001. One of their main missions is to “empower the blind by using and developing assistive technology in education, employment, and daily living activities.” This nonprofit developed SM Music Reader, an app that allows users – with or without […]
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Brailliant BI 40X Braille Display
Yesterday I wrote about the Mantis Q40, which is a first-of-its-kind integrated keyboard and refreshable Braille display. Another new product from HumanWare is the Brailliant BI 40X Braille Display. According to its description, the Brailliant BI 40X Braille Display is the “faster, stronger, future-forward Braille display.” This refreshable 40-cell Braille display will “double your pairing […]
Mantis Q40 Braille Display
HumanWare is a Canadian-based company that was founded in 1988. The company’s mission is to “develop solutions enabling people living with visual impairment, vision loss, and even learning disabilities to develop their potential and maintain their autonomy.” One of their newest products is the Mantis Q40, which is a first-of-its-kind integrated keyboard and refreshable Braille […]
Reminder Rosie 2 – Alarm Clock, Voice Reminder Assistant
We originally wrote about Reminder Rosie several years ago. Now, there is an all-new model: introducing Reminder Rosie 2! Reminder Rosie 2 is an alarm clock that doubles as a voice reminder assistant. Reminder Rosie 2 boasts an “extra-large display” with 2-inch LED numbers, making it ideal for individuals with low vision. With Reminder Rosie […]
Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier
Zoomax is a company that has been committed to developing assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments. They offer a full line of low vision aids including handheld, portable and desktop magnifiers, as well as wearable devices. One of their newest devices is the Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier. The Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier […]
Reizen Digital Video Magnifier
Looking for a lightweight, portable digital video reading magnifier? MaxiAids offers several possible options including the Reizen Digital Video Magnifier! This “high-performance, lightweight” video reading magnifier is ideal for individuals with low vision. Its top speed (60 frames per second) advanced design means there’s “no stagnation, no lag, no trail — resulting in only perfectly […]