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We Are Open For Business… But In A Whole New Way
To Our Clients and Partners, First and foremost, we want to express our best wishes for everyone’s good health as we navigate through this changing environment. We are living in some very challenging times. To help our clients, we have implemented changes in the way we do business in the following areas: 1. Remote Training:…
Read MoreHumanWare Buddy App
Have you been having a difficult time learning how to use a HumanWare product? The HumanWare Buddy App is the perfect tool to learn, teach and interact with HumanWare’s products. Designed to assist teachers, students, and professionals, the HumanWare Buddy App is the tool you need to have a successful and enjoyable experience with HumanWare’s…
Read MoreMagniLink TAB Webinar Series
The MagniLink TAB webinar series kicks off on March 26th. This is a great webinar for anyone who is interested in learning more about the TAB, or for individuals who already own the TAB and would like to learn more about how they can transform their home into a powerful work or learning environment. Here…
Read More12 Pieces Of Tech Every Smart Home Will Have Within The Next Decade
Technology has revolutionized households in the last 10 years, from the proliferation of smartphones and voice assistants to the introduction of smart appliances. As more and more people discover the convenience of this technology, it’s likely that smart devices are going to become fixtures within homes. So what’s the next revolution on its way to…
Read MoreCoronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Mar-18-2020
March 18, 2020 To: All New England Low Vision and Blindness Clients Re: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) New England Low Vision and Blindness, like many companies and institutions, are closely monitoring the ever-changing landscape associated with the escalation of the Coronavirus (COVID-19.) During this time, we want to re-assure our clients of our continued commitment…
Read MoreMarch Madness 2020 Sale
New England Low Vision and Blindness is having a March Final Four sale. Take advantage of these savings today, our March Sale has been extended until April 30, 2020. To help get you started, please consider these incredible ideas: Technology Buy one, get the 2nd system for equal or lesser value for 15% off! Portables…
Read MoreHaving trouble reading restaurant menus?
When my father had advanced dry AMD (also called geographic atrophy) between 2005 and 2012, going out to eat was a problem for him, and as a result, a problem for those with him. He would have my mother put his reading glasses and a lighted magnifying glass in her purse. Much of the time,…
Read MoreTop 10 Products for People who are Blind – 2020
If you or someone you know are blind – our life-changing resources can help! If you live in New England and want a no-obligation product demonstration or learn more about our training service, use the form at the bottom of this page to send us your request. You can also call our toll free number…
Read MoreMy Attempt to Use a Screen Reader for Google Docs
The job of a screen reader is just that: to read what is on the screen you are looking at which is certainly quite a good thing when you can’t read it. The screen can be attached to a desktop or laptop computer, a smartphone, or a tablet. How do screen readers work? There is not…
Read MoreI’m like the scared ostrich that buried his head in the sand…
Symptoms in Year 8 With My AMD Remember the old story about the ostrich that buried his head in the sand when he was scared? Denying the truth doesn’t change the facts. I’ve been guilty of being in denial about my waning vision due to my AMD. I’m not proud of it. But I’m not ashamed by…
Read MoreMichelle Perkins Recommends this Talkback Guide
Michelle Perkins, Senior Assistive Technology Specialist & Trainer at New England Low Vision and Blindness recommends this quick reference guide when teaching the Android in an Apple world. Michelle suggests that if you are teaching someone who is visually impaired and or using TalkBack, this young lady has some very informative YouTube Videos. Live Accessible. …
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators – 2020
Our full suite of low vision technology products and training services are designed to help students who are visually impaired, their teachers and TVIs be productive and successful. We Can Help! No matter what low vision or blindness needs are! +++ +++ +++ Here Are Our Top Products for Visually Impaired Students, Their Teachers,…
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