GazePlay Opens Up the World of Gaming

GazePlay opens up a wide world of gaming for poly-disabled people with limited use of their limbs or voices. The free, open-source software grants users access to nearly 60 games playable with an eye tracker. GazePlay works on Windows, MacOS and Linux. Moreover, it can be used with all eye trackers that allow mouse movement. […]

Suno App – Be My Ears

Apple offers an app designed to help the special needs community with their communication needs. An app called Suno allows the deaf-blind to communicate with those around them using an Apple Watch. The deaf-blind can use the Apple Watch to communicate through touch. Type out Morse code on the watch using gestures (one tap for […]

Color-Dots Tactile Key Locators

If you’re looking for something to help orientate your hands on a keyboard, check out the Color-Dots Tactile Key Locators!  These raised tactile dots are ideal for individuals with visual impairments. According to MaxiAids’ description, the Color-Dots Tactile Key Locators are an “inexpensive, reliable key location system that allows you to easily and accurately orient […]

Reinecker Videomatic Video Magnifier

Reinecker Vision GmbH is a global company specializing in the development, production, and distribution of assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments.  The Reinecker Videomatic Video Magnifier was originally introduced back in 1971, but their latest model “combines contemporary design with innovative technology.” The innovative technology behind the new 20″ Videomatic Magnifier provides a reliable, […]

Talking Microwave Oven from MaxiAids

Talking products help provide more independence for individuals with visual impairments.  If you’re looking for something to make your kitchen more accessible, check out the Talking Microwave Oven from MaxiAids. The Talking Microwave Oven is a microwave that’s been “enhanced with talking functions in order to increase its accessibility.”  It looks like your traditional microwave […]

Soundscape Hears Around You

For years people have been saying “there’s an app for everything,” but a new app that helps visually-impaired individuals travel and interact with their environment can truly have you believing in the phrase. There’s a new smartphone app designed to revolutionize the way blind people interact with their environment. The app is called Soundscape and […]