Ring Video Doorbell is a handy home automation device for older adults and individuals who are disabled. With a motion-activated camera, two-way audio and HD video, you will never miss a visitor again. See, hear and speak to anyone at…
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BridgingApps Reviewed App | Microsoft Soundscape
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: Microsoft Soundscape is a wayfinding app for the iOS platform intended to be used by people who are blind or low vision. Unlike commonly used mainstream GPS apps, Soundscape…
Dodie Success Story | Older Adult Benefits From Mobile Tech in NYC | Travel Accessibility Apps
Dodie, a 65-year-old with Multiple sclerosis (MS), used mobile technology to assist her recently while traveling to NYC to celebrate her granddaughter’s 16th birthday. Her limited mobility often poses challenges when traveling. Dodie used TripAdvisor in the months prior to…
BridgingApps Tech Tip | Accessibility Magnifier iOS 11 for iPhone and iPad 🔎
Magnifier in iOS11 is a feature that turns your device into a digital magnifier. Learn with us! This video walks through the magnifier feature available on the iPhone and iPad running iOS 11 software. Go to ‘Settings’. Touch ‘General. Touch…
Parent Tech Tricks – Use Clock App to Set Limits!
Tired of being a nag? Done with negotiating screen time limits? We hear you! One of the most frequently asked questions we receive from parents, teachers and caregivers is how can I restrict my child’s access to their iPad, iPhone…
Technology, Our Children and the 21st Century: A Father’s Reflections
In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we would like to share a story of how technology has empowered a young man to create community, reach his goals and achieve his dreams. Technology, Our Children and the 21st Century: A…
Handsfree: Mastering Switch Control on iOS
Our friends Luis Perez and Christopher Hills have released an iBook about switch control. Â Switch Control is a powerful accessibility feature that is built into iOS and OS X to allow users who are unable to use a touchscreen handsfree…
Todd’s Success Story
At the age of eight, Todd Stabelfeldt became a C4 quadriplegic after he was accidentally shot by his young cousin when they were playing with an antique rifle that was left lying around his house. In spite of this incredibly…
iPhone Navigation Solution for Those with Visual Neglect
OT and Assistive Technology Specialist Sarah Pickford has created an iPhone/iPad solution to help her clients who have visual neglect, due to brain injury. Â Sarah found that some of her clients had difficulty locating apps and scanning across the…
New Free Udemy Course: Accessibility Features on Android
Course Details: This course will cover all of the Android accessibility features up to version 4.3 on both tablet and phone devices. 1. Vision Features 2. Auditory Features 3. Physical and Fine Motor Features 4. Language Features Link to Course:Â Accessibility…