Tech Corner: 8 Great Accessibility Gadget Gift Ideas
December 11, 2013
1.) Live Scribe Pen: Smartpens
Photos from LiveScribe
http://www.livescribe.com
Photos from LiveScribe
http://www.livescribe.com
Features:
-Record (lectures, meetings, etc) then later playback what was being said audibly when you wrote that specific note in your special notepad
-Save (transfer from pen to your computer via USB) search and organize
-Send and share (share notes and audio recordings as a pdf or audio file)
Smartpen Price: $119.95 – $199.95
Dot Paper Notepad Price: $8.95 – $24.95
2.) Dragon NaturallySpeaking 12
Dragon Naturally Speaking
http://www.nuance.com/dragon
Features:
-Turns speech to text, fast and accurately
-Search the web, control your PC, capture ideas and content, or use with email
Price: $99.99 (home) – $199.99 (premium)
*Even less expensive through Amazon or Newegg
Gadgets for Phone Access
3.) iFaraday Stylus (use with smart phone)
Caduceus Stylus Pen
http://www.ifaraday.com/Caduceus.html
Caduceus Stylus Pen
http://www.ifaraday.com/Caduceus.html
Features:
-Lightweight
-Bendable stylus with replaceable fabric tip
-Can be put in a cuff or around your hand
Price: $20.00 + S&H
4.) BlueAnt S4 Bluetooth Car Kit
Blue Ant S4 Hands Free Kit
http://www.myblueant.com/products/speakerphones/s4/
Features:
-Place and answer a call truly hands free
-Text to speech (reads name of incoming caller)
-Embedded audio helps talk you through setup and operation
-High volume speaker
-$0 installation costs
Price: $45.00
Things to know:
-Call cannot be terminated by voice command
Gadgets for Computer Access
5.) Tetramouse: (Hands-free mouse)
TretraMouse
http://tetramouse.com/
Features:
-Mouth, lip or chin operated mouse
-Lifetime repair or replace warranty
Note: Mounting and clamp systems available
6.) Coglink Email System
Coglink Email
http://www.coglink.com/
Features:
-Filter emails to only receive emails from people in your “community”
-Visually simple and clear
-Customizable
Price: $69.95
EADL (Electronic Aids to Daily Living)
7.) AccessPro: Automatic door opener
Adaptive Solutions
www.adapsol.com
Features:
-Includes one Key-Fob
-Includes one Electric Strike
-Can program up to 13 Key-Fobs
-Will work on a door up to 36” wide
Price: $1395.00 + plus tax (includes installation)
Tech Tip:
Live in Colorado? Contact www.adapsol.com for your home accessibility needs.
8.) Griffin Beacon
Griffin Beacon for Android
Griffin Beacon for Mac
Features:
-Use your Apple or Android device to control your home entertainment system
-Control any combination of 200,000+ components
-Manage your Netflix Instant Queue
Beacon iOS Price: $64.31
Beacon Android Price: $64.31
Check out last month’s Tech Corner: 5 ways under $35 to turn on a light
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