Since the 1970s, the Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness Month in order to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism. Studies show that about 1 in 88 children in America sits somewhere on the autism spectrum. Technology has evolved along with our knowledge of this developmental disorder. With the […]
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Spring is in the air, time to get outside
With the number of sunny days increasing and the temperature rising, it’s getting harder and harder to stay inside. Along with the simple pleasures of the beginnings of baseball season, popsicle weather and nights spent looking at the stars come fun activities that get people outside and closer to nature. There are many activities available […]
Assistive Technology Update, Easter Seals Crossroads, INDATA News, Podcasts, Tech Tips, Wade Wingler
ATU044 – RESNA (Alex Mihailidis) , Run Windows on your iPad, Are you happy with SIRI, AppWriter, BrightStar, VisionAssist, Cause and Effect Apps
Podcast: Play in new window | Download http://traffic.libsyn.com/atupdate/ATU033012.mp3 Links: RESNA – Alex Mihailidis, PhD (www.resna.org) Run Windows & Microsoft Office on the iPad for Free with OnLive Desktop http://bit.ly/GNPn8w This Amazing Device Just Made Wheelchairs Obsolete for Paraplegics http://gizmo.do/H1bj1C RESNA certification changes http://bit.ly/H1eUNf Just over half of iPhone 4S users happy with Siri | TechJournal […]
Accessibility Reviews, Easter Seals Crossroads, INDATA News, Loan Library, Podcasts, Products and Devices, Services, Wade Wingler
Friday Podcast: RESNA (Alex Mihailidis), Run Windows on your iPad, Are you happy with Siri?, AppWriter, BrightStar, VisionAssist, Cause and Effect Apps and Sensory Bins
Information from the INDATA Project is now available via podcast! Every Friday, the INDATA Project will release two podcasts featuring new assistive technology projects. The podcasts are available for viewing on the INDATA Project website and on iTunes. The “Assistive Technology Update” is a fast-paced weekly update for AT professionals and enthusiasts. The “Accessibility Minute” is designed […]
AM044 – Sensory Bins
Podcast: Play in new window | Downloadhttp://traffic.libsyn.com/accessibilityminute/AM033012.mp3 Click the “Pod” link above to listen or subscribe with iTunes
Standing Alone
One company has taken the “chair” out of wheelchair and made it possible for paraplegics to stand and move around using a robot-like structure to help stabilize their bodies. Developed by AMS Mekatronic, a company that develops mobilization devices for physically disabled people, Tek Robotic Mobilization Device helps a person who has lost mobility in […]