Assistive Technology Blog
Oct 9, 2024 · Leading BCIT's MAKE+ team, he's revolutionizing mobility with "The BEAST" - a wheelchair that conquers stairs and rough terrain alike. As they gear up for Cybathlon 2024 in Switzerland, Borisoff and his team are pushing the boundaries of assistive technology. Their mission: to transform lives by reimagining what's possible for wheelchair users ...
Empowering Voices: How Tobii's Advanced Eye-Tracking …
Assistive technology, often overlooked in the gadget ecosystem, plays a crucial role in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. Simple devices like plastic tab openers for soda cans, though seemingly trivial to many, are vital for those with fine motor control issues. High-tech assistive devices, such as eye trackers that convert eye movements into speech on an iPad ...
Be My Eyes App Launches on Windows: Revolutionizing …
Jun 2, 2024 · Be My Eyes, a groundbreaking app designed to aid the blind and visually impaired, has launched its award-winning application on Windows desktop, available now on the Microsoft Store.Announced at Microsoft’s Build Week in Seattle, this expansion brings the Be My AI feature from their successful Android and iOS apps to personal computers, offering users unparalleled visual descriptions and ...
Redefining Boundaries: The Role of AI in Enhancing Assistive …
Jul 10, 2023 · In a world where technology reigns supreme, there is a rising force that is transforming the landscape of accessibility and inclusivity. It’s a force driven by the remarkable advancements of artificial intelligence (AI) and its integration into assistive technology. From augmenting human capabilities to breaking down barriers, AI has emerged as a game-changer, unlocking new possibilities for ...
TranscribeGlass Adds Distraction Free Closed Captions To Your …
Hearing aids and cochlear implants are expensive and unaffordable for many deaf/HoH people, especially in developing countries like India. Smart glasses are also expensive, and can be heavy and uncomfortable – they are often designed for different use cases. The reliance on closed captions as a solution via automatic speech recognition (ASR ...
Enhancing AAC with AI: Sam Sennott Discusses Predictive Text, …
Mar 3, 2024 · In a detailed discussion on the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), Sam Sennott, an assistant professor of special education at Portland State University, sheds light on how AI can significantly enhance the communication abilities of individuals with speech difficulties.
New Study Reveals Early Brain Development Differences in Autism ...
Jun 22, 2024 · Researchers have achieved a significant milestone in understanding how autism develops in the womb, potentially paving the way for future treatments.
TranscribeGlass For Deaf & Hard of Hearing: How It Generates …
May 10, 2021 · This guest post was written by Madhav Lavakare.Madhav is a young entrepreneur from New Delhi, India. He has had a passion for tinkering, creating, and innovating from a very young age, and has a keen eye for solving problems.
The Blog - Assistive Technology Blog
The Blog. I developed interest in assistive technology around nine years ago when, as a graduate assistant, I worked with students with disabilities at Student Access & Accommodation Services, Illinois State University. I started this blog in late 2010, and the idea behind this blog was to educate readers about the latest and greatest in ...
Almost One Billion Children And Adults With Disabilities And Older ...
May 23, 2022 · A new report published last week by WHO and UNICEF reveals that more than 2.5 billion people need one or more assistive products, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or apps that support communication and cognition.Yet nearly one billion of them are denied access, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where access can be as low as 3% of the need for these life-changing products.