The EnhanSit provides a clear example of how a seemingly small accommodation can make a big difference in people’s lives. The EnhanSit is an electric lift frame to which consumers can easily mount their recliner. In fact, its universal design safely fits over 95% of recliners worldwide. The only information anyone needs to verify is […]
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A Modern Magnifying Glass
Imagine a traditional handheld magnifying glass … but with digital clarity. Rehan Electronics made this vision a reality with its Looky Mag video magnifier for people with low vision. Unlike an old-fashioned magnifying glass, when you use the Looky Mag to read or examine items, it delivers five levels of magnification. Users can switch between […]
A Different Kind of Doorbell
From door knockers to doorbells, visitor signaling devices have long been inaccessible, as they depend on a building occupant’s ability to hear. The Qepi Tiuo Loud Flash Doorbell provides a solution for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. This wireless doorbell system comes with two pieces: a transmitter for visitors to press on the […]
Monday Tech Tip: Gemini AI Research Using JAWS Screen Reader
During this demonstration, Jim Rinehart, Assistive Technology Specialist, shows us how to use Gemini AI to conduct research with the JAWS screen reader. Learn how individuals who are blind or have low vision can navigate Gemini, explore information, and access AI-powered research tools using assistive technology. This video highlights the possibilities of combining AI and […]
XR Navigation Reinvents Election Results
As U.S. midterm election results trickle in this week, a large portion of Americans won’t be able to see the country’s map filling up with blue and red. That’s why Brandon Biggs, the founder and CEO of XR Navigation, is launching an accessible live U.S. election-results map for low-vision or blind users like him. The […]
Monday Tech Tip: Using Claude AI with the JAWS Screen Reader
During this demonstration, Jim Rinehart, Assistive Technology Specialist, shows us how to use the JAWS screen reader to navigate and search Claude, an AI assistant by Anthropic. He demonstrates how people who are blind or have low vision can use screen-reading technology to access Claude’s features and interact with AI tools more accessibly. Check it […]