Here is just a small sampling of the
numerous products available to improve the lives of people
with mobility challenges. Happy
shopping and enjoy the holidays!
Tecla Shield DOS
The Tecla Shield DOS by Komodo
OpenLab is a wireless device that lets you control smartphones and tablets
using external switches or the driving controls of your powered
wheelchair. This locally developed product is a must have for anyone with limited
use of hands. A simple out of the box device, takes little time to configure
(works with any smart phone), is compact, lasts 4 days per charge and is
available with various mounts and accessories. Open up a world of opportunity
and independence for a loved one!
Website: Buy It Now!
Price: $349 USD
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Dragon Naturally Speaking
Dragon, the world’s best-selling
speech recognition software, lets you dictate documents, search the web, email
and more on your computer — quickly and accurately — just by using your voice.
You don’t even have to lift a finger.
NaturallySpeaking uses a minimal
user interface. As an example, dictated words appear in a floating tooltip as
they are spoken (though there is an option to suppress this display to increase
speed), and when the speaker pauses, the program transcribes the words into the
active window at the location of the cursor (Dragon does not support dictating
to background windows). The software has three primary areas of functionality:
dictation, text-to-speech and command input. Dragon is available in Home and
Premium versions, in various languages for both Windows and Mac.
Website: Buy It Now!
Price: $99 - $300
Clarity Fortissimo Remote Controlled Speakerphone
Designed for people with limited
mobility, The Clarity® Fortissimo™ remote controlled speakerphone offers
multiple options for hands-free control. The hands free design allows you to
operate the phone by adaptive switches, air switch or by simply using a optional
one-button pendant. Additionally, the Fortissimo has 85 dBSPL of amplification
and bluetooth connectivity.
Website: Buy It Now!
Price: $550.00
TrackerPro
TrackerPro is a handsfree USB input
device that takes the place of a mouse by tracking a small dot that can be
placed on your forehead, glasses or the rim of a hat. Simply plug it in and it
works just like a mouse (no additional software required). Anything that can be
done with a regular hand mouse can be done by using TrackerPro.
Website: Buy It Now!
Price: $995.00
IZ Adaptive Clothing
IZ Adaptive features a line of
clothing designed to meet the specific needs of wheelchair users. From formal
wear to bath robes, alterations and much more, IZ Adaptive is your one stop
shop for Stylish, Functional, Quality clothing.
Website: Buy It Now!
Neater
Eater
The Neater Eater by UK's Neater
Solutions, Is a electronic device to assist users with limited upper mobility
to independently feed themselves. Attached to any table the programable Neater
Eater's arm can be controlled with a variety of switches, helping people to
regain dignity and independence.
Check out the website for a number
of innovative solutions!
Website: Buy It Now!
The Ubi
The Ubi from Toronto based start up
Unified Computer Intelligence Corporation is a voice activated environmental
control and so much more, think of it as a hands free personal assistant.
Once switched on, connected to a Wi-Fi network and paired with compatible
devices, the Ubi (using Google’s speech-to-text software) can change thermostat
settings, adjust lighting and control blinds. Want to know the population of
Kuala Lumpur? Just say the phrase “OK, Ubi.” and ask away!
Website: Buy It Now!
Price: $299
Xbox One
Ok, I know what your
thinking someone wants a new fancy toy... However the Xbox One has many built
in accessibility features built around the Kinect motion sensor and camera.
Microsoft took the accessory that debuted on the Xbox 360 and revamped it,
making it more precise and capable of doing something never before seen in the
living room: voice controls. After a brief initial calibration of the Kinect
sensor to your voice, you are able to control every feature of the Xbox
entirely with your voice. A closer look reveals a robust close captioning menu,
that in addition to the voice control goes a long way to dramatically improve
the gaming experience for not only disabled gamers but anyone needing hands
free control of their entertainment system.
Price: $399
