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! Are you looking to transform your existing deadbolt into a smart lock? Check out the all-new […]
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VoiceNote II Chrome Extension
Over the years, I have written about several Google Chrome Extensions that may benefit individuals with or without special needs. I have yet to cover the VoiceNote II Chrome Extension, however. VoiceNote II is a standalone word processor that opens in its own Chrome window. The extension’s key feature is dictation, which allows children to […]
Consumer Highlight: Candy Sherd
Candy Sherd was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease in 2006 after having spinal meningitis in 2004. VKH is a rare disorder that causes a rapid loss of vision. Knowing that she would have progressive vision loss, Candy started preparing and made large prints of things such as important documents and her favorite recipes. Candy is […]
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
Are you looking to transform your ordinary deadbolt into a smart lock? Check out the all-new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock! With August’s new Wi-Fi Smart Lock, you’ll be able to remotely lock or unlock the door, check door status, and more! One unique feature about this lock is that it has built-in Wi-Fi, which means […]
Monday Tech Tip: Power Banks
Craig Burns, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads discussed using power banks to charge phones, laptops, and tablets. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about Anker power banks.
ATFAQ140 – Q1. Battery Tester for blind or visually impaired, Q2. Apps that provide audio and visual feedback as someone types, Q3. Text-to-Speech on the iPad, Q4. Note-taking apps and tools, Q5. Emergency Preparedness – what items do you have set aside in case of an emergency
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panel: Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Belva Smith, Tracy Castillo. ATFAQ140 – Q1. Battery Tester for blind or visually impaired, Q2. Apps that provide audio and visual feedback as someone types, Q3. Text-to-Speech on the iPad, Q4. Note-taking apps and tools, Q5. Emergency Preparedness – what items do you […]