In 2019, 13% of adults aged 18 and over had some difficulty hearing even when using a hearing aid according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Additionally, 1.6% either had a lot of difficulty hearing or could not hear at all, even when using a hearing aid. As one of the five […]
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ElliQ: A Robot Roommate
Most of us are accustomed to calling on virtual assistants like Alexa and Siri when we need help. Now imagine an AI assistant that starts conversations in anticipation of your needs. ElliQ is “the very first proactive, empathetic robotic companion.” Although she was designed with seniors in mind, she is also beneficial for people with […]
Monday Tech Tip: Vibio Portable Bluetooth Bed Shaker
During the 2024 ATIA Conference, Peter Jugvid from Bellman & Symfon showed us the Vibio Portable Bluetooth Bed Shaker, which is a wireless bed shaker that connects directly to an iPhone or Android device via Bluetooth to allow the user to set 10 multi alarms and be notified of incoming calls and texts. Check it […]
ATU711 – NCADEMI with Cynthia Curry
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. Special Guest: Cynthia Curry – Director of the National Center on Accessible Digital Education Materials and Instruction (NCADEMI) – […]
Gemini and the Future of AI
We’re far from the days of using AI for driving directions or the occasional weather report. Thanks to advances in AI, our phones are now our daily assistants, helping us research, brainstorm, make grocery lists or explore the most complex questions — like the meaning of life itself. Gemini 2.0 is Google’s largest and most […]
Monday Tech Tip: Maxi Pro Amplifier
During the 2024 ATIA conference, Peter Jugvid from Bellman & Symfon showed us the Maxi Pro Amplifier, which is a sound amplifier for people with hearing loss. Check it out here: Click here to learn more about the Maxi Pro Amplifier.