7 Assistive Kitchen Cutting Devices

“For many individuals, time in the kitchen is special.  It gives them a chance to be creative and have a result that is as delicious as it is beautiful.”  Low vision and poor dexterity often make prepping and cooking foods extremely challenging.  Fortunately, there are so many kitchen advancements that allow individuals to continue to […]

Sunu Band – Sonar Smartband for Visually Impaired

There are many devices available on the market to help individuals with visual impairments.  If you’re looking for something to use in conjunction with your white cane and/or guide dog, check out the Sunu Band. The Sunu Band is a “sonar smartband that improves navigation for the visually impaired.  It combines sonar or echolocation with […]

Ditto Clear Bluetooth Vibrating Cell Phone Signaler

Do you or a loved one have a hard time hearing your cell phone ring?  Do you often miss emails, calls, or texts because you can’t hear it?  The Ditto Clear Bluetooth Vibrating Cell Phone Signaler may be just the solution for you! The Ditto is a tiny, discreet clip that vibrates whenever you receive […]

Aging in Place with Assistive Technology

Every year, INDATA hosts four free, full-day training sessions that offer an in-depth look at how assistive technology can help in our everyday lives. This Friday, March 2, INDATA explores how assistive technology can help people as they age. “Growing older comes with all sorts of obstacles,” said Brian Norton, the director of assistive technology […]

iDentifi – Object Recognition App

Anmol Tukrel is the developer behind iDentifi.  He developed the app in 12th grade after learning about the possibilities of machine learning and computer vision.  So, what is iDentifi?  In sum, it is is a free iOS app that allows users to point the camera at an object and receive a description of it. For […]