Screen extender: a portable monitor that attaches to a laptop or other digital device, adding one or more displays to the setup. May fasten directly to the device’s built-in screen, or stand separately with a cable or wireless connection. Alternate…
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Looking Back: Assistive Technology in the Last Quarter of the 20th Century
Would it surprise you to learn that assistive-technology engineering began long before the age of apps? And long before the Americans with Disabilities Act? And even before computers became household appliances? My Father the Pioneer I grew up close to…
Parenting Special Needs Magazine Holiday Edition 🎄 Technology Empowerment
The holidays can mean different things to you and your family depending on your beliefs and traditions. Some families travel during the holidays, either to visit family or friends or just to unwind and relax a bit, while others stay home…
Mother’s Day Wearables: Easy-to-Use Assistive Tech That Moms Love
Whether your mother is a regular geek or a proud technophobe, everyone appreciates little gadgets that help organize tasks, goals, and “me time.” And mothers—noted for being busier and juggling more than most other people—deserve these gifts that keep on…
Autism Assistive Technology: Items of Interest
Many people find apps, smart devices, and other assistive technology a big help in managing autism—but there’s so much assistive tech out there, sometimes you have no idea where to start looking for the right item. Even where the tech…
ATIA Conference Recap
The World of Assistive Technology Assistive technology (AT) comprises everything, except implanted medical devices, that can be used for improved daily functioning with a disability. AT items range from the most basic cane to the most sophisticated computer technology; and…
Alexa, Play Christmas Music 🎄🎶
If you are hosting a holiday party and need a digital DJ or just want to enjoy some Christmas tunes, Amazon Prime members have access to a playlist filled with holiday music. Simply say, “Alexa, Echo (or whatever you call…
BridgingApps Reviewed App | Google Home
BridgingApps just published the following BridgingApps Reviewed App on the site: The Google Home app allows you to configure and manage many devices from Google including Google Home speakers, Chromecast devices, Nest speakers/thermostats, and Google Wi-Fi. It also allows you…
BridgingApps at CES 2022
Thanks to the generosity and ongoing support of the CTA Foundation, BridgingApps was able to attend the amazing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada last week. Although this show is highly anticipated as the place to see the newest…
Tech Accessories for the 2021 Holidays
So, you want to use those expensive tablets and smartphones to call family and friends during the holidays using Facetime, Zoom, Google Hangouts, or any of the many other means of video calling out there but are not sure the…