When you reach a certain age, emergencies can happen fast. So, you might want to consider installing a remote monitoring system.
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Microsoft Develops Device That Helps Blind and Visually Impaired Navigate Virtual Spaces
Microsoft Researchers have developed a device that makes virtual spaces accessible to blind and visually impaired users. The VR technology has made huge strides to become more immersive than ever.
No Room in Health System for Private eye Surgery Clinics, Says Health Coalition
The Canadian Health Coalition says cataract surgeries and other procedures should be done in public hospitals and public centres.
Australian High Commissioner Hands Over 200 Canes to Assist the Blind and Visually Impaired
The independence, confidence and safety of the blind and visually impaired adults and children across Fiji will now be enhanced.
Lighthouse Guild and Bookshare Make World’s Largest Online Library Available to Local Libraries
Lighthouse Guild is collaborating with the Palm Beach Libraries to provide annual memberships to Bookshare for Palm Beach County residents who have vision impairment. Bookshare, a Benetech initiative, is the world’s largest online library for people who read differently due to blindness, low vision, a physical disability, or dyslexia.
Study Confirms Accuracy of Using Mouth Clicks to Identify Location of Objects
Some people who are blind learn the extraordinary skill of echolocation, using mouth clicks to explore their environment in a way comparable to how bats navigate. Echolocation is typically used alongside a cane or guide dog and gives an impression of the person’s broader surroundings.
Hadley’s New Business Venture Competition is Open for Submissions!
Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired are running a contest for legally blind entrepreneurs. If you have a great idea for a new start-up, submit your business plan to Hadley by March 15, and you could win up to $30,000!
How to Set Up and Use Your New AirPods
If you were holding out on redesigned AirPods like I was because of their Frankenstein look, then you will probably still be waiting until 2019 based on the latest AirPod rumors. I finally gave in to getting a pair of AirPods after going through at least a dozen bluetooth headsets over the past year. Many mainstream publications picked AirPods as Apple’s best product of last year. After testing out a demo unit in the Apple Store, I have to agree that they really do offer a huge upgrade on all of my previous bluetooth headsets. They are easy to use, and the sound is impressive.
How to Cancel App Subscriptions on the Google Play Store
Want to get rid of some recurring app subscriptions? There are a few steps you’ll need to take on Android. Google Play Store Cancelling an auto-renewing subscription on the Google Play Store is fairly straightforward.
Dreamlight Eye Mask Uses Sounds and Lights to Help You Sleep
Assistive tech can sometimes help us cope with adverse effects of various levels of sight loss. The Dreamlight is an eye mask trying to make a difference. This one comes with an optical heart rate monitor, IR sensors, accelerometers, gyroscopes and four speakers that are fitted into the side strap.
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