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. Show Notes: Find Sam’s Videos: https://www.youtube.com/theblindlife Email Sam: theblindlifesam@gmail.com Census Website: https://2020census.gov/ Census Accessibility PDF: http://bit.ly/2PPcxqR —————————— If you have an AT question, […]
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AM368 – Talking Typing Teacher
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! The Braille Bookstore offers several products specifically designed for individuals with visual impairments. One of their […]
Reinecker Videomatic Video Magnifier
Reinecker Vision GmbH is a global company specializing in the development, production, and distribution of assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments. The Reinecker Videomatic Video Magnifier was originally introduced back in 1971, but their latest model “combines contemporary design with innovative technology.” The innovative technology behind the new 20″ Videomatic Magnifier provides a reliable, […]
Awareness Day for Assistive Technology
Last year, Congress made a resolution designating March 27, 2019 as the first National Assistive Technology Awareness Day. This year, it fell on March 4 in the midst of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Assistive technology is defined in the Assistive Technology Act, Public Law 105-394, stating: “An assistive technology device is defined as ‘any item, […]
Talking Microwave Oven from MaxiAids
Talking products help provide more independence for individuals with visual impairments. If you’re looking for something to make your kitchen more accessible, check out the Talking Microwave Oven from MaxiAids. The Talking Microwave Oven is a microwave that’s been “enhanced with talking functions in order to increase its accessibility.” It looks like your traditional microwave […]
Monday Tech Tip:Helix Opportunity Institute
David Fazio, Founder, Helix Opportunity shows us the Helix Opportunity Institute Learning Management System which is an accessible and immersive online learning management system. Check it out here: Click here for additional information about Helix Opportunity