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AM461 AirPods Pro

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! Since releasing the first generation of AirPods back in 2016, Apple has released some newer models.  […]

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Vayyar Care Fall Detection Device

The other day I wrote about Alexa Together, a new subscription service from Amazon that “helps you care for the ones you love.”  The service offers 24/7 hands-free access to trained agents who can help your loved one get assistance.  If you use a compatible fall detection device like Vayyar Care, Alexa calls Urgent Response […]

Alexa Together subscription service

Alexa Together

I’ve written about several Amazon Alexa devices over the years as they can improve one’s independence.  Amazon is now offering a new subscription service, Alexa Together, that can help increase independence while helping you care for loved ones. According to Amazon’s description, “Alexa Together is a new way to provide support for loved ones, keeping […]

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AM460 Libby by OverDrive

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! Did you know you could borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and more from your local public library — […]

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Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox

Algebra can be challenging to learn for several individuals with or without special needs.  Kahoot! Algebra 2 by DragonBox is an innovative app that helps students learn different algebra concepts. According to the app’s description on the App Store, Kahoot! Algebra 2 is a “must-have tool for students to gain confidence in algebra and math […]