The TouchPad Pro Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for their BrailleDoodle device. It is an affordable, innovative device aimed to revolutionize how children with visual impairments learn. The BrailleDoodle is an “inexpensive, refreshable, two-sided tablet for learning Braille and creating tactile images. With Etch-a-Sketch-like technology, the BrailleDoodle brings Braille […]
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Monday Tech Tip: EyeTechDigital Systems
During ATIA, Austin Neto from EyeTechDigital Systems, showed us an overview of their communication devices with eye gaze systems. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about products from EyeTechDigital Systems.
AM525 PS5 Access Controller
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! In the past, I’ve written about different controllers available for the Xbox or Nintendo Switch. I’m excited to announce […]
ATU626 – Braille Doodle with Daniel Lubiner and Matthew Bullis
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: Daniel Lubiner – Founder and CEO – The TouchPad Pro Foundation Matthew Bullis – Chief Experience Officer […]
My SOS Family
There are many security apps and services available to help keep children and loved ones aging in place safe. Unfortunately, they can be rather expensive. My SOS Family, available on both iOS and Android devices is a game changer. This app connects users to people in their contact list they have added in the app. […]
Better Speech, Hearing, Technology and Treatment
Nearly 100 years ago, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) designated May as Better Speech and Hearing Month, which is fortunate because awareness of speech and hearing impairment didn’t always include the most sophisticated approaches to assistance. From gargling with a mouthful of pebbles and employing electroshock therapy to olive oil injections in the ears and […]