Toca Boca offers several fun, kid-safe apps with loads of open-ended play experiences. The company believes in “the power of play to spark kids’ imaginations and help them learn about the world.” They design their products from children’s perspective to “empower them to be playful, creative, and to be who they want to be.” One […]
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Monday Tech Tip: iOS 11 Accessibility Features
Josh Anderson, Manager of Clinical Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us some of the new accessibility features in iOS 11. Check it out here:
Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 from VTech
I covered three smartwatches for children last Wednesday. If you’re not looking for one with GPS-tracking capability, check out VTech’s Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2. The Kidizoom Smartwatch DX2 allows children to take pictures, videos, play games, and more. This durable smartwatch features a new sleek and stylish design in a variety of colors such as: Black […]
Inclusion Drives Innovation
Inclusion drives innovation. A prime example of this concept lies in the story of Internet pioneer Vinton Cerf. Despite his hearing loss and difficulty speaking, Cerf found himself heavily involved in communications with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency in the ’70s. His frustration with verbal communication — and his colleagues’ openness to alternatives — […]
LooPo Seat Belt Tension Adjuster
I have been driving independently off and on for the past 7 years. In order to drive independently, I require high-tech hand controls for steering, accelerating, and braking. One of the lower tech items that helps me tremendously is the LooPo Seat Belt Tension Adjuster. LooPo easily attaches to the top third of the seat […]
Monday Tech Tip: Are your apps accessible with new iOS 11 update?
Belva Smith, Assistive Technology Specialist, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to verify if apps are compatible with the new iOS 11 Apple update. Check it out here: