
"Strengthening and Uplifting People of Color who are Blind and Visually Impaired."
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
This section contains some information on products and a few suppliers of some of the latest technology. Topics include:
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News on JAWS
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Zoom text
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Meta Glasses and contact Ray-Ban at 866-472-9226
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Apple software: iPhones, iPads etc, etc...
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WeWALK attaches to the traditional white cane, transforming it into an innovative smart cane. This technology increases visually impaired people’s independence and promotes full participation in society via three of its features.
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1. Detects Obstacles: WeWALK detects obstacles above chest level with an ultrasonic sensor and vibrates when these objects are near.
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2. Paired with Phone: When paired with the WeWALK mobile application via Bluetooth, the user can use applications with WeWALK’s touchpad, without holding his or her phone. For example, the user can get navigation on the WeWALK device.
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3. Evolves with Integrations: WeWALK is integrated with “Google Maps” and “Voice Assistant”. In the future, WeWALK will be integrated with transportation applications and ride share applications. These new integration features are installed through periodic software updates.
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Check out these suppliers:
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Freedom Scientific - http://www.freedomscientific.com/
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SW Unlimited - http://swunlimited.com/ - Sherlock Washington, contact. SW Unlimited specializes in providing premier assistive technologies to clients located in New Jersey and New York.
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Maxi Aids - https://www.maxiaids.com/ - Products for Independent Living
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Blind Mice Mega Mall - https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Home%20
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Lutheran Braille Evangelism Association - http://www.lbea.org/ - Bibles in braille