Vive EMS TENS Unit

Are you looking for some effective pain relief without medications? TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) therapy units are one potential solution for nerve-related pain conditions. There are dozens of available TENS unit options, one being the Vive EMS TENS Unit from Vive Health. Vive Health’s EMS TENS Unit helps “relieve tired, sore muscles, fatigue, and […]

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Pocketalker 2.0 Personal Amplifier

I wrote about the Pocketalker Ultra Personal Amplifier all the way back in 2016.  Since then, a newer model has been released.  Introducing the Pocketalker 2.0 Personal Amplifier.  The Pocketalker 2.0 is the “highly anticipated successor to the Pocketalker Ultra.” The Pocketalker 2.0 Personal Amplifier features a modern, sleek design with several other noteworthy upgrades.  […]

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Monday Tech Tip: Jouse3

Brian Norton, Director of Assistive Technology, shows us the Jouse3, which is a a joystick-operated USB mouse that is controlled by mouth and allows someone who does not have use of their hands access to use a computer. The Jouse3 can also be controlled by a user’s cheek, chin, or tongue. Check it out here: […]

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AM441 – Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier

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! Zoomax is a company that has been committed to developing assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments.  […]

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Reminder Rosie 2 – Alarm Clock, Voice Reminder Assistant

We originally wrote about Reminder Rosie several years ago.  Now, there is an all-new model: introducing Reminder Rosie 2!  Reminder Rosie 2 is an alarm clock that doubles as a voice reminder assistant. Reminder Rosie 2 boasts an “extra-large display” with 2-inch LED numbers, making it ideal for individuals with low vision.  With Reminder Rosie […]

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Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier

Zoomax is a company that has been committed to developing assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments.  They offer a full line of low vision aids including handheld, portable and desktop magnifiers, as well as wearable devices.  One of their newest devices is the Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier. The Luna 8 Handheld Video Magnifier […]