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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock

Are you looking to transform your ordinary deadbolt into a smart lock?  Check out the all-new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock!  With August’s new Wi-Fi Smart Lock, you’ll be able to remotely lock or unlock the door, check door status, and more! One unique feature about this lock is that it has built-in Wi-Fi, which means […]

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AM412 – Amazon Pharmacy

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! Amazon has recently launched yet another convenient service with Amazon Pharmacy.  That’s right — Amazon is […]

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SMPL Motion Alert Kit

Simpl Technology electronics are “simple solutions designed for common everyday problems” experienced by many people aging in place.  One of their available products is their SMPL Motion Alert Kit. Their Motion Alert Kit is a “simple and expandable monitoring solution.”  The starter kit includes both a pager as well as a motion sensor to help […]

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Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon has recently taken on the prescription delivery market with Amazon Pharmacy!  That’s right: Amazon is officially delivering medications straight to your door. Signing up for Amazon Pharmacy is super easy.  First, they’ll ask the kinds of questions a doctor’s office would ask on the first visit like your name, date of birth, contact preferences, […]

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AM411 – MiniVision2 Cell Phone for Visually Impaired

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! A couple months ago, we covered the BlindShell Classic, which is a cellphone for individuals with […]

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Mezzo Focus 16 Compact Desktop Video Magnifier

If you are in the market for a new desktop video magnifier, the Low Vision Store offers many different options!  One example of their available video magnifiers is the Mezzo Focus 16. According to the Low Vision Store’s description: “Whether you choose to use the mezzo as a compact desktop video magnifier, or as a […]