In addition to a smartphone’s built-in accessibility features, apps are a great way to increase your device’s accessibility. HeardThat is a new app available for individuals with hearing impairments. Noisy environments can be daunting for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. According to its website, HeardThat is a “game-changing” hearing assistive smartphone app that […]
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4 Accessibility Apps from Shravan
Oswald Labs is an award-winning accessibility technology company. Their mission is to “build new technologies that help people grow, and do it in a manner that promotes accessibility and equality.” Their research project, coined Shravan, offers four accessibility apps for individuals with different special needs. Shravan is a research project that works specifically on making smartphones accessible. […]
AmeriLuck Suction Shower Grab Bars
If you’re looking for an easy way to increase accessibility in your shower, installing grab bars is one way to do so. Further, if you’re looking for a solution that requires zero tools, check out the AmeriLuck Suction Shower Grab Bars! The AmeriLuck Suction Shower Grab Bars are “an easy and safe solution for seniors […]
Monday Tech Tip: App Library iOS14
Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, at Easterseals Crossroads shows us how to find and organize the apps on your iPhone using the App Library in the new iOS14 update. Check it out here: Click here for more information about the App Library iOS14.
AM396 – Ellie Smart Pillbox
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! If you’re looking for a new pill organizer for you or a loved one, check out […]
Tobii Dynavox I-110 AAC Tablet
The other day I wrote about the I-Series available from Tobii Dynavox. Another one of their available communication devices is the Tobii Dynavox I-110 AAC tablet. According to Tobii Dynavox’s description, the I-110 is an “ultra-durable” speech-generating device built for communication on the go. Additionally, this touch screen tablet enables people who cannot speak to […]