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Orbit Reader 20 Plus
A few years ago, we wrote about the Orbit Reader 20, which is a refreshable Braille display that makes books readily available (like a Kindle.) Orbit Research, the company behind the device, now offers the Orbit Reader 20 Plus. According to LS&S Products, the newer model consists of the same features as the standard model, […]
Flare Calmer – Small device to help reduce stress, increase audio
Over the last ten years, Davies Roberts has been developing loudspeakers, headphones, earphones, and even ear protectors. More recently, his company, Flare, released Flare Calmer. Flare Calmer is made from silicone and easily pops in your ear. It is worn in addition to headphones to increase the quality of sound. Additionally, it also lowers the […]
Monday Tech Tip: Weather Updates with Alexa
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to receive personalized weather updates using the Alexa app. Check it out here:
ATFAQ136 – Q1. Glassouse experiences, Q2. One-handed keyboard or One-handed typing, Q3. Smartwatch for executive functioning, Q4. Buy, Sell and Exchange AT sites, Q5. Chrome Apps for executive functioning, Q6. Wildcard: Screen Time
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panel: Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Belva Smith, Tracy Castillo. Q1. Glassouse experiences, Q2. One-handed keyboard or One-handed typing, Q3. Smartwatch for executive functioning, Q4. Buy, Sell and Exchange AT sites, Q5. Chrome Apps for executive functioning, Q6. Wildcard: Screen Time —————— transcript starts here ———————– Brian Norton: Welcome […]
AM404 – PhoneSoap Pro
Podcast: Play in new window | Download 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! Did you know your phone is 18x dirtier and contains more harmful bacteria than a public […]