Ability Drive™ gives those individuals in powered wheelchairs the ability to drive by their eyes. Using virtual buttons and eye gaze technology, people who aren’t able to use a joystick can regain their movement independence. And now Tolt Technologies, the maker of Ability Drive, is teaming up with Talk To Me Technologies. The collaboration will […]
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Bucklebee car seat release tool
A few weeks ago I wrote about UnbuckleMe, which is a small tool that makes it easier for adults to unbuckle a car seat. Another similar product is Bucklebee. However, unlike UnbuckleMe, Bucklebee is an easy car seat buckle release aid for adults and children. According to the product’s website: “This allows responsible children to […]
Monday Tech Tip: Side Button on iPhone
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us the Side Button feature on an iPhone, which allows an iPhone user to change whether they would like the side button to pull up Siri, classic voice control option, or turn off side button feature. You are also able to set the speed required […]
ATU590 – Ramp Doctor with Nate Davis
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest – Nate Davis – Founder and Owner – The Ramp Doctor Ramp Doctor Website: www.therampdoctor.com Live Well […]
AM490 UnbuckleMe
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 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! Did you know infant and child car seat buckles require a minimum release force of 40 […]
Save money with GasBuddy
It’s no secret that gas prices are outrageous these days. Fortunately, there are apps like GasBuddy that can help you save money! For over 20 years, GasBuddy has saved users over $3.1 billion. The app provides users with local gas prices with the gas map. You can also use the free GasBuddy fuel card to […]