Hands-free technology has come a long way, allowing users with disabilities to control their laptops, smartphones and wheelchairs with the blink of an eye — or even a bite. The Kinemo One wearable body switch is a highly customizable form of hands-free tech with fingernail-size motion sensors that attach anywhere, enabling users to click and […]
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SensePilot: Hands-Free Computer Control Using Head Tracking
For individuals with limited hand or arm mobility, navigating a computer can be a challenge. Tools like SensePilot offer a new way to interact with technology by turning simple head movements and facial gestures into full mouse and keyboard control. SensePilot is a head-tracking “mouse” software that uses a standard webcam — no additional hardware […]
ATFAQ159 – Q1. Accessing iPhone with Vision and Mobility needs, Q2. Smartphones without internet access, Q3. Voice-input with Zoom online meetings, Q4. Handsfree solution for answering phones, Q5.Favorite productivity apps, Q6. Wildcard: Favorite Podcast Listens
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Panel: Brian Norton, Josh Anderson, Tracy Castillo ATFAQ159 – Q1. Accessing iPhone with Vision and Mobility needs, Q2. Smartphones without internet access, Q3. Voice-input with Zoom online meetings, Q4. Handsfree solution for answering phones, Q5.Favorite productivity apps, Q6. Wildcard: Favorite Podcast Listens —— Transcript Starts Here ——
Zeba Shoes: Never Struggle with Sneakers Again
Do you have a family member or friend who struggles getting his or her shoes on due to an injury or disability? Now, there is a shoe that can help! They are called Zeba shoes, and they come in many different colors. Zebas are the world’s first hands-free sneaker also built for comfort. Designed to […]
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LipSurf the Web
Most of today’s households include one or more smart speakers, like Alexa or Google Home. But the problem with smart speakers is they are isolated from the web. That’s where LipSurf comes in — offering voice control for the web! It’s a tool that helps users finish everyday tasks by utilizing voice control — and […]
AM409 – Amazon Echo Frames
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! Over the years Amazon has released several Echo and Alexa devices, and it seems they’re not […]