“Would you assemble an IKEA shelf with your eyes closed?” For Martin, “there’s no question about it,” especially with the Tactonom Reader in his toolbox. Named after the words “tactile” and “autonomous,” Inventivio’s Tactonom Reader combines braille, tactile graphics and digital speech explanation in order for blind people like Martin to learn independently. Through printing […]
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Gain Control with the MirrorPad Pro
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 13.5 percent of adults with visual impairment have used assistive, adaptive devices within the last two years. The MirrorPad Pro is a recent vision solution from Irie AT that can be another tool for those who need help at school, at work or in the […]
MagniLink TAB Offers Mobile Vision Solution
Manufactured by Low Vision International, the MagniLink TAB is a new mobile tablet that “sets a new quality standard in tablet solutions for the visually impaired.” Foldable, lightweight and simple to set up, this device is as easy to use as a laptop in a coffee shop. The tablet has a touchscreen with low-vision adapted […]
Avaz AAC App Allows for Authentic Expression
Available across iOS and Android platforms in multiple languages, the Avaz AAC app not only makes communication easier for users, but it allows them to express themselves more authentically. The Avaz interface allows users to communicate in digital speech by choosing from visual representations of various words and phrases. Now, thanks to the new feature […]
The Joy of the Oticon EduMic
The Oticon EduMic is changing the way we connect with people who are hard of hearing. If you’re a teacher, imagine your voice cutting through the clatter of a classroom and directly reaching a student’s hearing aids. Or if you’re a parent, imagine cooking at home and your child being able to hear you over […]
AT from Kindergarten through High School
School’s out for the summer, but INDATA is hosting a full-day training session this week for those interested in making classrooms more accessible come future semesters. This Thursday, June 26, INDATA will present “Assistive Technology for K-12.” Here is a preview of the training and the AT it will highlight. Enhancing Education in Indiana The […]