The Red Panic Button

Individuals of all ages and abilities can find themselves in a scary or stressful situation.  Nowadays, you can never be too alert or too safe!  Smartphones are already handy tools in case of emergencies, and now they’re even handier with the Red Panic Button app! The Red Panic Button app is available on both Android and […]

5 Fun Educational Apps by Originator!

There is an indefinite amount of companies dedicated to creating the best educational apps for children of all ages.  Developers at Originator “develop and publish the most entertaining and educational mobile apps for kids and families.” If your child or student is learning or about to learn basic educational lessons (e.g. numbers, alphabet, phonics, spelling, etc.) […]

Hooked on Phonics : Learn to Read App

Learning to read is one of the most challenging tasks in development.  It is even more difficult for individuals with special needs.  A common method used to teach reading is Hooked on Phonics.  The method has been around for nearly 30 years and has helped millions of children learn how to read!  Now the very same […]

EyeOn App

“Help!  I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!”  I’m sure you’ve seen or heard of this commercial advertising a button you can wear if you are living independently and at-risk.  A newer app, called EyeOn, takes this same concept, but works through your smartphone so you no longer have to wear a button on your […]

BrailleNote Touch by Humanware

If you are a student or professional who is blind and seeking for a smart, accessible device to take notes, check out Humanware’s new BrailleNote Touch.  The company has noted the device to be, “The note taker of the future.” The BrailleNote Touch is the first certified Braille tablet providing access to the Google Play Store. […]

Kapu Digital Toy Box

Kapu Toys is a team from Helsinki, Finland dedicated to making fun “digital toys” (apps) for early learners.   Kapu Toys creates “clever apps that spark the imagination, inspire families and let kids learn along the way!”  All of the apps featured in the Kapu Digital Toy Box are noted to feature beautiful colors, music, and […]