Brain Injury Awareness Month

Brain Power: Thriving with Assistive Technology

This year, at least 2.8 million Americans will likely sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Right now, more than 5.3 million are living with a permanent brain injury-related disability — that’s one in every 60 people. The world of assistive technology (AT) continues evolving to make life easier for people with TBI. In honor of […]

Air Pods Pro 2

Exploring iOS 18’s New Accessibility Features for Hearing

Nearly 60% of U.S. smartphone users own an Apple iPhone. And with 13% of adults having some difficulty hearing, Apple has made significant enhancements to the iPhone and Apple Air Pods to help those with hearing loss stay connected. Below are a few of the features that are typically available on Apple iPhones. Be sure […]

screenshot of BrailleNote Plus 32

Monday Tech Tip: BrailleNote Touch Plus 32

During the 2025 ATIA Conference, Peter Tucic showed us the BrailleNote Touch Plus 32, which is a braille tablet and note taker, which allows someone who is blind to take notes, write assignments, create graphics and also download and read books, watch YouTube videos, send emails and share content through Dropbox and Google Drive. Check […]

ClearCast

ClearCast Puts Hearing Control in Your Hands

According to Dr. Sreek Cherukuri, the problem with hearing aids is that they amplify all sounds. “It was like we were giving everyone with mobility issues a wheelchair, when most people only wanted a cane or a walker,” he said. The solution is ClearCast, which is not a hearing aid but rather the world’s first […]

The Lotus Ring

Wrap the World Around Your Finger with the Lotus Ring

Like most assistive technology devices, the Lotus Ring was born out of a simple problem. Born with twisted knees, Apple engineer Dhaval Patel established a routine of flipping off the wall switch for his lights before going to bed. But he forgot one night, and because he was too physically tired to get back up […]