Traditional navigation apps are designed for drivers. While many include “public transportation” and “walking” options, the typical assumption is still that the user can read street signs, identify landmarks, and otherwise see where they’re going. It’s only recently that navigation…
Cristen Reat, our Co-Founder and Program Director, has a 19-year-old son with a visual impairment plus Down syndrome. The following are apps she has found to be helpful assistive technology (AT) for making his world more visible.
February is Low Vision Awareness Month—a time to learn about visual impairments and how people live with them. What Is Low Vision? “Low vision” should not be confused with nearsightedness or temporary bleariness. A person with true low vision cannot…
Welcome to the second week of our “Favorite 5” series, which showcases items of interest among the latest technological offerings. For the full “Favorite 5” list, see “BridgingApps Picks for the Best New Consumer Technologies,” the last section in our…
