According to the World Health Organization, over 5% of the world’s population experiences disabling hearing loss. Said individuals may often receive cochlear implants, however, these implants won’t always work for everyone. Now there is a newer technique being tested: auditory brainstem implants (or ABI). Auditory brainstem implantation can restore hearing for individuals who cannot benefit from cochlear implants. Right now, it […]
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Monday Tech Tip: Amigo HD-Portable Low Vision Electronic Magnifier
Josh Anderson, Assistive Technology Specialist at Easter Seals Crossroads, shows us the basic features of the Amigo HD handheld CCTV. Check it out here:
AM132 – Braille CocaCola Bottles
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 132-05-22-15 – Coca-Cola Braille 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! Last summer, Coca-Cola launched its “Share A Coke” Campaign, which invites fans […]
ATU209 – Alt_Text_Bot for Twitter (Cameron Cundiff), ICanConnect program extended by FCC, Man drinks beer with brain controlled robot arm, Open Source assistive technology hardware, iOS hidden low light mode
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Alt_Text_Bot – Cameron Cundiff FCC extends tech program for deaf-blind http://buff.ly/1cjnf1X Brain implant controls robotic arm – with the […]
Step into the future with REX Bionics
Though there are no cures for individuals with spinal cord injuries or other mobility impairments, technology such as REX Bionics, is helping these individuals regain freedom. According to its website, REX is the “world’s first hands-free, self-supporting, independently-controlled robotic walking device.” REX Bionics currently offers two separate products: 1. REX P The REX P is a robotic mobility […]
To Learn Yourself By Teaching Others
Writer: Tiffany Whisner, Coles Marketing “I’m grateful for my challenges because they have pushed me in ways that are invaluable, making me more compassionate for others and very aware we all are carrying our own baggage.” Kathy Nimmer couldn’t have said it better — especially since she’s a 10th grade English teacher who also teaches […]