Join our tech team as we explore our favorite assistive technology supports at Westchester Institute for Human Development, a university center for excellence in developmental disabilities.
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Crank up the volume!
Engrossed with electronics from an early age Dr. Amar G. Bose built an affluent radio repair business. While employed at MIT in 1964, he chose to broaden his horizons by establishing his own company called Bose. By studying psychoacoustics, it led him to invent state-of-the-art audio merchandise like no other of that time. Building on prior algorithms, Bose has become a monumental pioneer in the audio entertainment industry.
The SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker is engineered with the consumers’ needs in mind. Whether you are at the poolside or in the office, you can have your music readily available. Weighing 1.2lbs makes it convenient and easy to transport. In addition, the lithium-ion battery sports a battery life of up to eight hours. The sturdy water resistant soft exterior enables the speaker to withstand everyday wear and tear. You can activate countless features with the press of a button. Unlike similar devices, it delivers voice prompts to easily connect with a myriad of bluetooth devices including smartphones, tablets, and computers. It offers an extraordinary wireless range of 30 feet.
The Bose Connect app permits you to customize your settings based on your own personal preferences. Through the app, you can simultaneously alternate between diverse modes (DJ, Party, and Stereo) and receive quality customer support.
Bose designs their merchandise to be accessible to everyone on different platforms. Since I have physical and mental disability I am extremely fascinated with the many unique features it has to offer. I utilize it to listen to an assortment of audiobooks, music, and voice memos. The dynamic sound is so crisp and clear that I never miss a beat. The voice prompts walked me through the pairing of my devices. Since I am an enthusiastic auditory learner, it has been a crucial component in my success. The function I appreciate most is that I can answer calls hands-free.
I strongly urge anyone interested in a portable speaker to consider purchasing one. While the Soundlink Color is quite pricey at $129, its superb sound and impressive functionality make it a worthwhile investment. You won't regret it!
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Thursday, August 30, 2018
Brushing your way to a healthy smile!!!
‘’Good oral health is so important to one’s overall health.
” Dr Pat Seagriff
Oral hygiene is an imperative skill for everyone - no matter
your age, background or ability. Taking good care of your teeth and gums,
will not only benefit your whole body, but also your smile and
confidence. Brushing, flossing and rinsing regularly on a daily basis, is
pertinent to one's well-being.
There are a number of tools available to facilitate this
process. One can use a regular toothbrush and a length of floss, or a
battery operated toothbrush and a flosser with a holder. But, if you
really want to embrace all that the latest technology offers, you can consider
the Oral B Genius Pro 8000.
For decades, The Oral-B brand has been a monumental pioneer
in the dental hygiene industry. They provide multifaceted state-of-the-art
electric toothbrushes that exceed ADA standards. All their products are backed
by clinical research. The company prides itself on safety and effectiveness. Using
an electric toothbrush is the best way to improve one’s oral health. Their
brush heads and handle are extremely effective at sweeping away at
plaque and food debris. Brushing twice a day and limiting sugary
snacks is a vital way to avoid cavities.
Oral-B is the most trusted brand recommended by dentists
worldwide. The elite Oral-B Genius Pro 8000 is the world’s first
exquisite toothbrush to offer position detection. The 3-D sensors allow you to
maintain a healthy smile since they monitor your brushing habits via
Bluetooth. Then the intricate app translates the useful information
based on your desired needs. It makes you cognizant of your brushing behavior
and has a two-minute timer. Each cutting-edge Oral-B electric toothbrush has a
rotating, oscillating, and pulsating head that breaks up plaque, sweeping it
away. There are four brushing modes (whitening , sensitivity, tongue and deep
clean) with diverse interchangeable heads that give you a
one-of-a-kind brushing experience (CrossAction, Whitening, Flossing , and
DeepSweep)
Individuals with developmental disabilities tend to have
poor dental hygiene. It would behoove them to use the Oral-B toothbrush.
Caretakers can tailor the toothbrush to fit their loved ones needs right from
the app and share the brushing feedback with their dentist. To gain full access
to the app, you must attach it to your bathroom mirror using the suction cups
on the back, so the camera can watch you brush. This can teach the disabled
person how to brush their teeth. Tooth debris can be removed easily: simply by
massaging the gums and teeth in a circular pattern. This will reduce inflammation
and bleeding which is common among people with disabilities. Children and
adults alike have almost the same oral hygiene problems.
I recently purchased my Oral-B toothbrush on Amazon for
$157. That price included a 3 year protection plan. The
toothbrush came with a charger, carrying case, cell phone holder and brush
heads. I decided to buy it because I needed better dental support. It was
highly recommended to me by my dentist. Since I’ve been using it I haven’t had
any plaque or tartar . I use the toothbrush everyday with the CrossAction brush
head. It does a superb job at cleaning my teeth. I will never go back to a
manual brush! In my opinion, I feel Oral-B deserves five
stars. It offers more features than any other toothbrush on the market. I feel
I can’t live without it. Always remember when you brush don’t rush!!
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Friday, June 29, 2018
Give me a hand!
The Unger
enterprise was established in Hamburg Germany in 1964. They offer exceptional
cleaning tools for diverse milieus. Their products take the hassle out of
cleaning. Unger has become one of the leading competitors in the professional
cleaning industry. Some of the products they have include; squeegees, buckets,
microfiber cloths, chemicals and grabbers. They value superiority and safety when
designing products.
The NiftyNabber® Pro grabber is like no
other of its kind. It gives you an eco-friendly alternative to picking up
garbage and other objects. You can easily maneuver and manipulate the gizmo by
squeezing the handle. The robust rugged claws can withstand a lot of stress
without dismantling. The compact and portable design allows for easy storage.
This item can be purchased on Amazon for $31.30
Individuals with disabilities can use this device to promptly carry out everyday
tasks such as retrieving objects from a shelf or closing a door. The NiftyNabber® Pro can help people live independent and healthy
lives since they do not have to bend or strain themselves. Individuals with
severe dexterity issues might have difficulty utilizing the grabber. Instead,
they can use it as a stick to knock items off the shelf or pull things to them.
Since I am an extremely practical person, I utilize the grabber to push my
shoes off my feet on a daily basis.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns on this device or future
topics please contact me at tecblogspot89@gmail.com. I would
love to hear from you!
Friday, May 18, 2018
More Juice Please!!!
For the past
20 years, DiGiPOWER Electronics Company has provided us with phenomenal digital
accessories. They market state-of-the-art products that are for a convenient
fast-paced lifestyle. Some of their merchandise includes camera accessories,
power cables, power chargers and power banks. The company prides itself on
compatibility and reliability.
The 4-port
USB wall charger allows you to charge four devices effortlessly, at once, in
the blink of an eye. Its built-in technology automatically senses your gadgets
when synced together. This charger will expeditiously charge everything that is
USB friendly.
Given that
it is durable, portable and travel friendly, I find it especially suitable for
individuals with disabilities. They can have multiple devices charging
simultaneously with one wall unit. By utilizing this device, it offers a
stress-free experience. Individuals who are physically impaired might require
some assistance when charging their devices. You can get your hands on one of
these for $30. If you need to charge a variety of devices at the same time,
this would be a great investment.
For further
inquiries, please comment below or email me at techblogspot89@gmail.com
Friday, April 27, 2018
Get a Grip!!!!
Get a Grip
Popsockets are nifty electronic accessories that attaches to the back of a smartphone or tablet. They function as a grip, kickstand, and cord wrap. Individuals can take superb selfies with the click of a button. Pop it twice to expand and collapse it to lay it flat. Popsockets are extremely beneficial when playing games, reading books, and watching movies.
Popsockets are nifty electronic accessories that attaches to the back of a smartphone or tablet. They function as a grip, kickstand, and cord wrap. Individuals can take superb selfies with the click of a button. Pop it twice to expand and collapse it to lay it flat. Popsockets are extremely beneficial when playing games, reading books, and watching movies.
Companies can advertise
their business by having their logo printed on Popsockets. In addition,
individuals can customize their own personalized grip with their photos and
choice of colors. Each accessory has refined designs and colors that accentuate
its features. Their prices range from $10-$15. Retailers from across the board
sell this wonderful device.
Patrons with Parkinson’s disease and arthritis express infinite gratitude for the product. These consumers see them as “life changers”. They are able to manipulate their phone independently without the fear of dropping it. The Popsocket mount attaches to any surface. This enables individuals with disabilities to use their phone hands-free especially while driving.
Patrons with Parkinson’s disease and arthritis express infinite gratitude for the product. These consumers see them as “life changers”. They are able to manipulate their phone independently without the fear of dropping it. The Popsocket mount attaches to any surface. This enables individuals with disabilities to use their phone hands-free especially while driving.
Since I am on a modest budget, I love that they are inexpensive. I enjoy perusing all the snazzy designs and materials. Sometimes, the adhesive does not stick to all iPhone cases or they lose their stickiness over time. In that case, you would have to get a new one. It is extremely lightweight and easy for me to use. Everyone should take advantage of its benefits. I look forward to creating my own Popsocket in the near future
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questions, please comment below or watch the video at https://youtu.be/k3z2Y4-YUlg
Thursday, April 5, 2018
No Strings Attached!!!!!!
The Apple AirPods are exquisite wireless Bluetooth earbuds that plummeted onto the market in September 2016. One of the features that makes them different from others alike is that they independently charge in a floss-like case that is compact and advantageous to users. This product permits the user to do a slew of things, which includes, listening to music, making phone calls and talking to Siri. The renowned W1 chip and sensors were developed, so the technology carries out an array of intricate tasks such as determining when the individual is using the AirPods.
The AirPods automatically synchronize with all Apple products. Individuals with mild hearing impairment can progress by utilizing the Apple AirPods to mitigate unnecessary stress. Each AirPod has a unique built-in microphone and sound system, which provides exceptional service to the user. The sound quality is articulate and sharp making it easy to understand each word thus decreasing the fear of not comprehending perceptible information.
The wireless earbuds are a blessing for many people with physical limitations since they do not have to worry about untangling wires. One minor downfall to the AirPods is that those individuals with severe dexterity issues might have difficulty grasping each earbud to take them in and out of the case as well as putting them into the ears. Whether you are physically or visually impaired, you might require assistance to plug the AirPods in to charge.
Since the AirPods are wireless, they have benefitted me immensely in many ways. Each AirPod fits adequately in the portable case that it comes with, without the annoyance of wires. I like that the AirPods can remain charged for five hours given my hectic lifestyle. I primarily use my pods when I am listening to Spotify, making phone calls, and using a variety of apps. Unlike my past headphones, they are reasonably priced at $160. Prior to purchasing the Apple AirPods, I bought a trendy portable purple outer case that can conveniently attach to my keys. Since the AirPods are a viable tool that can foster independence, I recommend them to people of different ages, backgrounds, abilities, and disabilities.
If you are interested in learning more about the Apple AirPods or have any questions, I cordially invite you to contact me at techblogspot89@gmail.com.
Friday, March 23, 2018
A good set of ears equals an excellent experience !!!!
Since the 1960s, the
Plantronics Electronics Corporation has provided us with versatile and compact headsets
that have enlightened us to engage in an infinite amount of responsibilities.
The audio computer headset is extremely flexible and accessible no matter the
situation. It conveniently connects to the computer via USB - no additional
software necessary. The earphones work with all operating systems. Each device
comes with a built-in noise-canceling microphone and volume controller that more
easily allows the device to understand your speech. With this helpful tool, you
can readily input information and enjoy music.
Speaking from experience, consumers with physical constraints can now utilize this technology for business and personal activities. The headset goes hand-in-hand with voice recognition software that allows for easy dictation. The microphone’s excellent quality, assures that almost one hundred percent of the dictated speech, is transcribed accurately from verbal speech to text. In addition, its rugged exterior does not permit it to fracture. Unlike other earphones, they are stowable. However, it should be noted that individuals with speech impediments might have an onerous time at dictating a multitude of information.
First and foremost, this multifaceted headset is a key steppingstone in my professional career. Since, I have been using the Plantronics DSP- 400 headset in my day-to-day agenda; it has given me the capabilities to prosper effectively. I use it to dictate Word documents and make phone calls. The feature that I find most crucial is its ability to fold and bend. Its sturdy outer shell makes it simple to grasp and manipulate. In addition, the palpable wires tend not to tangle. The clarity of the microphone is superb. I recommend this product for people of all ages and backgrounds who want to revamp their skills. I feel that this apparatus is one of the best investments I have ever made. Without this headset, I think I would be lost. It is realistically priced, at $45 (currently on sale at Amazon.com for $29.99) and comes with a carrying case.
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Friday, January 19, 2018
More storage and less stress!!!
Since 1988, The SanDisk Company has been providing us with award-winning memory and storage technology. The iXpand USB flash drive is different from previous technology since it predominantly functions on smartphones and computers. The iXpand phone app guides individuals in organizing their videos, music, photos and more. This exquisite software frees up space and allows you to share your material securely. You can instantaneously transfer files and conveniently have everything readily available. The drive is compatible with various file formats. It comes in 16 to 256 GB depending on what you are looking for, with a price tag from $30- $200.
This device can eradicate stress for persons with physical disabilities since it is lightweight, yet wide in size so people might be less inclined to misplace their drive. Given its rugged metal exterior, it’s less likely to disassemble or break. Individuals with challenging dexterity can now handle and maneuver the drive fluidly, taking it in and out of their computer and mobile devices efficiently without the need for assistance. The newer model is much more compact and difficult to maneuver for people with dexterity difficulties. As a tech savvy person who has physical challenges, I validate the legitimacy of this product
For me, using a flash drive is no longer an arduous task, but a breeze. I can save material at the click of a button. The feature that I find most crucial is its ability to automatically back up personal photos since I’m always on the go. I now have my vital information such as my resume at my fingertips. Since SandDisk is a reputable and reliable company you should try out their flash drives first hand. This way you always have what you need.
Thursday, January 4, 2018
When Grammar and Technology Collaborate
Individuals with an array of disabilities and abilities use
proofreading applications to bolster their writing skills.
Engineers design this software to ameliorate spelling, grammar, punctuation,
style,,and structure errors. Three specific applications I will highlight are WhiteSmoke,
LanguageTool and Microsoft Word. Each software application provides a free
version that is accessible to anyone who wants to get a taste of some of the
things it has to offer before purchasing. We reviewed the free versions. Even though these programs have a conventional
purpose, they are very diverse in many ways.
Language tool and WhiteSmoke are web-based applications. LanguageTool
corrected four of seven errors, including homonym, verb tense, spelling and
capitalization mistakes. It provided an explanation and offered a solution. It missed three errors regarding verb tense,
run on sentences and over-capitalization. WhiteSmoke identified a similar
amount of errors, but also reported some mistakes inaccurately. The writing
window was small and difficult to navigate. I also felt that it berated the writer, by
stating that their work was poor. Throughout the duration of using these websites, I
found them to be quite stressful and frustrating. Overall, I felt that each of
the websites performed below par, but LanguageTool was better.
Microsoft Word is a
word processor with built-in proofing software. When using the program, it
corrected five errors that included capitalization, verb tense, homonym and
sentence structure mistakes. Unlike the web-based applications, it helped me to
improve the strength of one of my sentences. Even though it is not one hundred
percent accurate, their suggestions were more helpful and easy to
understand. One of the built-in features that behooved me the most was the
text-to-speech read back. It allowed me to edit my work in a timely fashion.
I highly recommend this software to anyone who needs assistance with their
writing. The practical aspect about using Microsoft Word is that their proofing
services are free and there is no need to download anything.
Please share your experiences with proof reading services below!
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