UPnRIDE Robotics Ltd. is a developer of “innovative life-changing mobility technologies” for individuals with disabilities. Their product, the UPnRIDE wheelchair, is a wheeled robotic device that provides upright, seated mobility for wheelchair users, or individuals who have difficulty standing or walking. Here’s more from their website: “As the number of wheelchair and scooter users grows, […]
Posts with the assistive tag
BrailleDoodle
The TouchPad Pro Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for their BrailleDoodle device. It is an affordable, innovative device aimed to revolutionize how children with visual impairments learn. The BrailleDoodle is an “inexpensive, refreshable, two-sided tablet for learning Braille and creating tactile images. With Etch-a-Sketch-like technology, the BrailleDoodle brings Braille […]
AM525 PS5 Access Controller
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! In the past, I’ve written about different controllers available for the Xbox or Nintendo Switch. I’m excited to announce […]
ATU626 – Braille Doodle with Daniel Lubiner and Matthew Bullis
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Special Guest: Daniel Lubiner – Founder and CEO – The TouchPad Pro Foundation Matthew Bullis – Chief Experience Officer […]
My SOS Family
There are many security apps and services available to help keep children and loved ones aging in place safe. Unfortunately, they can be rather expensive. My SOS Family, available on both iOS and Android devices is a game changer. This app connects users to people in their contact list they have added in the app. […]
Voice Dream Reader
Many individuals with dyslexia, visual impairments, and more may have difficulty reading text. Fortunately, apps like Voice Dream Reader are available to help with this task. Voice Dream Reader is a versatile reading tool for iOS devices. It features a dyslexia-friendly font, text and audio synchronization, customizable font size, color combinations, and full VoiceOver support. […]