Like Braille, HapWare’s ALEYE allows users to engage with the world through a sensation on their skin. But rather than turning written language into bumpy dots, it turns nonverbal communication (hand gestures, facial expressions) into vibration patterns. The wearable device is designed for people who are blind, low vision, deaf-blind and neurodiverse. ALEYE is a […]
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Label Your Life With Speechlabel
Speechlabel, a free app from Hable, allows blind and visually impaired users to navigate the world with a simple tap of their phone. It’s basically an audio guide to objects at home, school or the workplace. Three Easy Steps First, choose one of four types of labels. There are stickers you can slap on or […]
A Hero Opens Doors
Fortunately, automatic and motion / button-activated doors are now common in most public places. But those are typically installed by electricians over several days for thousands of dollars. And we still see situations like the one in the picture above. Imagine making your bedroom, bathroom, or workplace door automatic in just a few minutes. Such […]
Keep Cooking Simple with the Brava Oven
With Thanksgiving and other family gatherings just around the corner, we could all use a little extra help in the kitchen. The Brava smart oven makes cooking easier for everyone — including blind and low-vision users. Using Pure Light Technology to cook meals, the oven stays cool to the touch and safe for independent use. […]
The 2025 Guide to Accessible Gifts
Finding gifts that accommodate both wants and needs remains one of the ultimate goals of the holiday season. Fortunately, assistive technology makes that search much easier. As it does every year, INDATA will release the first episode of a two-part holiday gift guide podcast on Black Friday. In the meantime, here is a preview of […]
The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
With gift-giving season just around the corner, INDATA is releasing its annual holiday gift guide podcast on Black Friday this week. The 2024 episode features a panel of our assistive technology specialists talking about products our clients have enjoyed that could bring holiday cheer to your loved ones this year. Listed below are a few […]