Amazon’s Echo Show is a smart speaker designed around Amazon’s virtual assistant, Alexa. There’s also a smart display with a high-definition screen and stereo sound. The second-generation Echo Show 8 offers a higher-resolution camera than the previous model. It is equipped with a 13MP (megapixel) camera with auto-framing — which is a jump from the […]
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Get free eBooks, audiobooks, more with Libby app
Did you know you could borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and more from your local public library – for free? Libby, by OverDrive, is a free app that connects you to your local public library virtually. To use the app, just log in using your library card, set up your free account with an email address and […]
Monday Tech Tip: Vision Buddy
Dennis McKinney from Advanced Low Vision Technology shows us the Vision Buddy, which is a wearable electronic magnification for people with vision loss for watching television that can be used to do OCR scan and play, see individuals faces, or magnify printed materials. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Vision Buddy […]
ATU558 – Optimizing Highly Automated Driving Systems for People with Cognitive Disabilities with Dr. Alexandra Kondyli and Dr. Sanaz Motamedi
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Show notes: 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 Guests: Dr. Alexandra Kondyli – Associate Professor at the University of Kansas Dr. Sanaz Motamedi – […]
AM458 Patriot Viewpoint
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! Last week I talked about Vision Buddy, which is the world’s “first TV watching wearable headset […]
Elo Audio PDF Reader
Looking for an app to turn your documents, articles, emails, and more into audio? Check out Elo Audio! According to the App Store’s description: “Elo Audio is a personalized podcast for your team. Create a playlist of important documents, emails, and articles that your team can listen to instead of reading. Everyone receives a notification […]