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. Ben Jacobs – Founder of Rebel Tech Consulting Check them out online: www.Rebel-Tech.org Email Ben: ben.jacobs@rebel-tech.org Waymo Story: https://tcrn.ch/3iV6mhh —————————— If you […]
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AM389 – BJOY Hand-A Hand Mouse
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! If you’re looking for a new, accessible hand mouse check out the BJOY Hand-A Hand Mouse! […]
Extensity for Google Chrome
Google Chrome offers so many built-in accessibility features. In addition to that, there are countless extensions you can add to the browser to make the browser even more accessible. Monday’s Tech Tip features our very own director, Brian Norton, introducing yet another extension called Extensity. In sum, Extensity quickly enables/disables Google Chrome extensions. According to its description, it is “the ultimate tool for lightning-fast […]
Apple iOS 14 Changes the Game for Accessibility
This month, Apple released one of its biggest iOS updates yet — iOS 14. “Fortunately, this new version of the iOS operating system is beneficial for people of all levels of ability,” said Brian Norton, director of assistive technology at Easterseals Crossroads. “What’s convenient to some is vital to others, and Apple clearly understands that […]
Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener
Vision screenings are “crucial for early detection and prevention of vision loss in young children.” Welch Allyn offers a quick, contact-free vision screening device: introducing their Spot Vision Screener. In sum, it is a handheld, portable device that can automatically detect vision issues from a noninvasive 3-foot distance in just seconds! The Welch Allyn Spot […]
Monday Tech Tip: Extensity
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us Extensity, which is an extension that allows you organize all of your Google Chrome extensions. It helps you keep your browser fast, toolbar clean, and the ability to turn on and off extensions when you need them. Check it out here: Click here for […]