I have written about several smart home appliances over the years. While a lot of the technologies I write about can quickly become old news or outdated, anything related to smart home devices remains valid. If you are wanting to turn your standard lamp or appliance into a smart device, one easy way to do […]
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New Host Announced for ATU Podcast
The INDATA Project has announced a new host for its highly-popular Assistive Technology Update (ATU) podcast. Wade Wingler, vice president of technology and information services for Easterseals Crossroads, has been the host since the podcast’s inception in 2011. As he celebrates 25 years this month with Easterseals Crossroads, he is passing the microphone for the ATU […]
Discovery Putty
Different forms of putty are great for a myriad of reasons. Putty is good for strengthening hands, improving fine motor planning, fidgeting, and more. Fun and Function offers Discovery Putty. Children will have fun strengthening their hands and improving fine motor skills as they search through the Discovery Putty to find all the hidden objects. […]
Gel Aquarium Lap Pad with Moveable Fish
There are hundreds of products available to help soothe one’s anxiety, hyperactivity, and more. The Gel Aquarium Lap Pad is a multi-modal tool that can benefit these individuals in a myriad of ways. Keep on reading to learn more! Users can place the pad on a flat surface or their lap; once it’s in place, […]
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School Prep with PATINS
Summer vacation is winding down and school is almost back in session. This is a particularly busy time of year for members of the PATINS Project, which supports Indiana’s K-12 public educators in creating inclusive environments for students and providing assistive technology to meet their needs. In addition to delivering presentations at the Indiana Department […]
InnerVoice Communication App
InnerVoice Communication is a “thoroughly researched, award-winning communication app for children with autism that teaches social communication skills, using engaging animated 3-D avatars of themselves, characters, or favorite toys.”Users can choose an avatar from a library of faces, a photo of themselves, or one of their favorite characters – and watch them come to life […]