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SMPL Large Button Universal TV Remote

Traditional universal TV remotes feature dozens of buttons, which can be overwhelming for many individuals.  Additionally, their buttons are often too small for certain users to even view.  If you’re looking for a simpler TV remote, check out the SMPL Large Button Universal TV Remote. The SMPL Universal TV Remote is an “easy-to-use big button, […]

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AM413 – August Wi-Fi Smart Lock

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! Are you looking to transform your existing deadbolt into a smart lock?  Check out the all-new […]

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VoiceNote II Chrome Extension

Over the years, I have written about several Google Chrome Extensions that may benefit individuals with or without special needs.  I have yet to cover the VoiceNote II Chrome Extension, however. VoiceNote II is a standalone word processor that opens in its own Chrome window.  The extension’s key feature is dictation, which allows children to […]

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Consumer Highlight: Candy Sherd

Candy Sherd was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease in 2006 after having spinal meningitis in 2004. VKH is a rare disorder that causes a rapid loss of vision. Knowing that she would have progressive vision loss, Candy started preparing and made large prints of things such as important documents and her favorite recipes. Candy is […]

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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock

Are you looking to transform your ordinary deadbolt into a smart lock?  Check out the all-new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock!  With August’s new Wi-Fi Smart Lock, you’ll be able to remotely lock or unlock the door, check door status, and more! One unique feature about this lock is that it has built-in Wi-Fi, which means […]