Turn your words into action with this week’s tech tip. Assistive technology specialist Craig Burns demonstrates the Livescribe 3 smartpen. This pen writes like a premium ballpoint pen, but pairs with your iOS device making your notes available anywhere you go. Check it out!
Posts with the mobility tag
Sit anywhere with the Chairless Chair
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to sit but chairs weren’t available? Like if you’re waiting in a seemingly endless line to get tickets to your favorite show? Individuals on foot oftentimes need to take breaks from standing as a precaution for their health. Physical strain, repetitive movements and poor posture may lead to conditions […]
Osmo: Interactive Educational Tool for iPad
Author: Laura Medcalf There is no denying that technology plays a major part in our lives. (In fact, if you’re reading this right now, you are likely doing so on a smartphone, tablet, or computer, thus further proving my former statement.) Although these technologies provide us with a world of possibilities, they may also often disengage us from […]
Introducing the ultimate off-road wheelchair: The HexHog
I cannot count how many times an individual has asked me regarding my power wheelchair: “Does that thing go off-roading?!” Each time I am asked this, I politely chuckle and smile, wishing my chair could withstand rough terrain. Although my chair is able to handle some bumpy terrain, it is not designed to maneuver through mud, water, […]
The Evolution of Elevators
After writing a post on the history of the light bulb and GE’s new smart bulb, I pondered the evolution of other everyday inventions. As I was leaving my office yesterday I began to daydream asking myself, “What is an invention that has an impact on my daily life?” Suddenly, a bell dinged and an automated voice announced, “First […]
10 New Accessibility Features in iOS 8
Last week at Apple’s annual developer conference, the company announced the launch of its new mobile operating system, iOS 8. Over the years, Apple has strived to make its products as accessible as possible for all users. With the said mission in mind, though both OS X and iOS platforms currently offer many accessible features, Apple continues […]