Android fragmentation has made it difficult for bluetooth hearing aid manufacturers to provide support to Android devices. Now Google is working to bring native hearing aid support for streaming on Android.
ASU Team Wins Competition with Robot Seeing Guide Dog
A team of students at Arizona State University’s Fulton School of Engineering recently took “First Prize” at a competition in China, hosted by Intel.
Ocutech Releases Autofocusing Bioptic for the Visually Impaired
Ocutech has announced a limited release of its VES Falcon Autofocus Bioptic Telescope, a telescopic vision solution for patients with visual impairment.
Netherlands Begins Fleet Accessibility Upgrades, for Passengers with Reduced Mobility and Visual Impairments
The Netherlands national rail operator, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), is planning to upgrade 131 of its Sprint Light Trains to make them more accessible for passengers with reduced mobility and visual impairments.
Rice Krispies Treats ‘Love Notes’ Now Include Braille Stickers And Recordable Audio Boxes
Rice Krispies Treats have been enjoyed by young children over the years. But, as Kellogg’s recently realized, the sweet treat wasn’t as universal as they had originally thought.
Local Motors Wants to Expand Olli’s Routes
Local Motors are a ground mobility company with a distinct focus on futurism and inclusion. That’s why they conceived Olli — the 3D printed shuttle made accessible for people with disabilities.
New Music Streaming Services Now Available on Google Home
You can now ask your Google Assistant on Google Home, Mini and Max to play some of your favorite songs with Pandora Premium and Deezer.
Blue Light from Smartphones and Tablets Accelerating Blindness, According to Study
Researchers from The University of Toledo studied the impact of blue light — which comes from the sun as well as digital devices — on our eyes.
FDA Approves Hydrus Microstent for Glaucoma Surgery
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Hydrus Microstent, a device used for microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) in patients with mild to moderate primary open-angle glaucoma, in conjunction with cataract surgery.
Research Reveals Autoimmune Disease as the Cause of Glaucoma
A breakthrough from researchers from MIT and Massachusetts Eye and Ear has revealed that the body’s own immune cells may be the culprit behind the slow retinal deterioration associated with glaucoma.
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