Most computers now have built-in accessibility features, but they can be difficult to find. In fact, recent studies show that 73% of seniors aged 65 and older say they need help using new devices. The free app Morphic puts accessibility features front and center with a large, easy-to-use toolbar. This is especially helpful for low-vision […]
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A Guide Through Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness for people over the age of 60. Roughly one in 180 adults in the U.S. have vision loss from this disease. But half of the people with this condition don’t know they have it because it often shows no symptoms — until the damage is already done. In […]
The Totchop Cuts Out Kitchen Challenges
Molded and assembled right here in Indiana, the Totchop is quickly becoming a staple of family households as well as AT expos and rehabilitation centers across the country. A dinnertime choking scare with his daughter sparked founder Matt Kawiecki’s initial idea for the device — a tool that would allow parents to safely and quickly […]
You Can Count on Amigo for Clear Vision
Amigo is a fitting name for Enhanced Vision’s new video magnifier, as it’s an easily reliable companion for reading everything from restaurant menus to street signs. This compact, portable device is a simple solution for people with low vision. It consists of an 8-inch LCD display and four tactile, easy-to-use buttons. The plus and minus […]
New App Opens Up the Dating World
When Jacqueline Child mentioned her disability on dating apps, she often faced negative reactions and outright rejection. She longed to find a platform where she could meet people who understood life with chronic illness and disabilities. So, she decided to make her own. With the help of her sister, Alexa, Jacqueline launched Dateability in 2022, […]
The Science Behind Apple’s AirPods Pro 2
This year, nearly 2.5 billion people are projected to have hearing loss. But recent studies show that only a small percentage of those with hearing impairment actually go as far as having their hearing tested or using hearing aids. Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 earbuds allow users to take a scientifically validated hearing test right from […]