Explore 8 is a powerful handheld magnifier designed for users with low vision who need a portable and versatile solution. With a large 8-inch touchscreen, adjustable magnification up to 30x, and HD image quality, it delivers crystal-clear viewing for reading, writing, and viewing objects at a distance. Ideal for home, school, or travel, this handheld magnifier enhances daily living with comfort and ease.
Explore 8 Handheld Magnifier– Big-Screen experience in a portable package.
Regain your visual independence with the Explore 8, a premium handheld magnifier designed to deliver high-definition clarity and portability for individuals with low vision. Whether you’re reading fine print at home, scanning menus in restaurants, or reviewing documents on the go, this device puts the power of a large-screen magnifier in your hands.
With its 8-inch touchscreen display and up to 30x magnification, the Explore 8 gives users a crisp, detailed view of both near and distance objects. Dual 21-megapixel cameras automatically adjust to reading or viewing modes, and the slim, lightweight design fits easily in your bag or briefcase—making it an ideal solution for people who need magnification in real-world settings.
Engineered by HumanWare, a leader in low vision technology, the Explore 8 strikes a perfect balance between screen size, image quality, and portability. Its user-friendly interface is intuitive for first-time users while offering advanced settings for those who want to customize their experience.
Portable Magnification Without Compromise
Experience the freedom of reading anytime, anywhere. With up to 4.5 hours of battery life and easy-to-use tactile buttons, the Explore 8 is ready when you are.
Built for Real Life Use
Whether you’re catching up on mail at home or reviewing presentation slides at work, the Explore 8 is built to meet the needs of modern users with low vision.
Who Can Benefit
The Explore 8 handheld magnifier is designed to assist a wide range of individuals who require enhanced visual support for everyday tasks. Its portability and powerful features make it an excellent tool for reading, viewing distant signs, and engaging in detailed activities wherever life takes you.
Students Supports reading textbooks, viewing classroom boards, and completing assignments independently both in school and at home.
Veterans Ideal for veterans experiencing age-related vision loss, helping them navigate documents, medication labels, and personal correspondence.
Seniors Enhances independence by making it easier to read newspapers, manage finances, and enjoy hobbies like crosswords or knitting.
Professionals Enables seamless access to reports, emails, and documents during meetings or while traveling for work.
Individuals with Progressive Vision Loss Provides a flexible, adaptable solution that can grow with users as their needs evolve, offering both near and distance magnification.
How will this product change your life?
The Explore 8 handheld magnifier brings clarity, convenience, and control into your daily life. Unlike smaller magnifiers, it offers a full 8-inch HD touchscreen with sharp magnification and dual cameras, allowing you to view both nearby and distant objects with ease. Its intuitive interface and portability mean you can take it from the living room to the grocery store without missing a beat. Explore 8 stands out by combining the benefits of a desktop system with the flexibility of a truly mobile device.
Why choose Explore 8 Handheld Magnifier
Explore more of the world, more image, less border – Biggest screen for tablet size
You read a newspaper one moment and admire the view the next, your Explore 8 follows your gaze. No fooling around with switches, twists or buttons. – Foolproof, automatic, hands-free switch between near and far vision, TWO cameras instead of one to make your experience seamless
Need to see better a road sign on the other side of the street? Freeze that frame with one touch and pinch the touch screen to zoom. – Touch screen, easy to magnify distant images
Crispest, clearest image, most beautiful true to life colors. PERIOD! – Top of the line cameras for unmatched image quality
Explore YOUR WAY – custom features designed to suit your needs
Easy to connect to your TV
Does the thinking for you – Automatic shut off
Ready when you are – instant turn-on time
Recharging flexibility is no problem. Explore 8 has a USB charger – The only tablet USB charger enabled
Fantastic value for the price
Quick Overview
The first 8-inch handheld magnifier on the market
Magnification up to 30X with HD stunning image quality
Fully customizable functions
Touchscreen to navigate easily through menus
Twin Ultra HD cameras for desktop or distance viewing
Large physical buttons to adjust magnification and contrast
Can be connected easily to a large screen TV
Battery life : 4.5 hours
Big Picture in a Small Package
More than ever, people with low vision are looking for a powerful yet lightweight tool to help them see clearly in their daily activities. Our latest innovation? The Explore 8 Handheld Electronic Video Magnifier, a Touchscreen HD handheld magnifier for active people who prefer a large screen but still want maximum portability. It is smaller, lighter and more affordable than most 7-inch magnifiers on the market while providing a screen more than 30% larger, designed to make life easier—and a whole lot clearer.
Delivering unmatched image quality, the explorē 8 features two 21-megapixel cameras—one for things less than 15 cm away like documents, books, and newspapers, and a second camera for distance viewing away to see things like street and store signs.
The device boasts the largest screen in the smallest package, designed with the latest technology, innovative features, and an easy to use the touchscreen for unmatched mobility, comfort, and convenience wherever you go.
Lightweight device loaded with next-level features
The Explore 8 Handheld Electronic Video Magnifier may be compact but it packs a powerful punch, with a large Ultra HD screen for easy reading and a host of other cutting-edge features to help keep things in focus when you’re on the move. Take it to your doctor’s appointment, meeting with a financial advisor, attorney or anywhere you need a portable device.
The first 8-inch handheld electronic magnifier on the market
Touchscreen to navigate easily through menus
Intuitive and easy to use
HD screen with stunning image quality
Large physical buttons to adjust magnification and contrast
Twin Ultra HD cameras with outstanding image quality
Extra comfort with solid alloy folding stand for reading on tables
Weight : 580g (1.30 lbs – 20.8 oz)
Cutting-edge design
With its compact design and smart, intuitive features, the Explore 8 is changing the way vision-impaired people experience and interact with the world around them.
Intuitive touchscreen
Easy to use with few buttons
Customizable features like preferred zoom level settings
Automatic toggle to switch easily between desktop and distance viewing
Rubberized grip to hold the device
Solid reading stand that sets up quickly and easily
Elegant, streamlined design
Compact and lightweight for life on the go
Exploring the world has never been easier
With its innovative and comprehensive family of products, HumanWare is changing the way vision-impaired people communicate, work and travel. Now with the explorē 8, people with low vision can enjoy all the benefits of a large screen in a compact, portable package, with zero compromises on style, quality, and comfort.
Experience the Explore 8 Today
Find out how the Explore 8 handheld magnifier can improve your vision and enhance your independence. At New England Low Vision and Blindness, we’re committed to helping you find the best low vision solutions.
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Features
Large 8-Inch HD Touchscreen Delivers sharp images and easy navigation with a spacious viewing area for comfortable reading.
Near and Distance Viewing Equipped with two powerful cameras, one for close-up reading and another for distance viewing, all switchable with a tap.
Slim and Lightweight Design Weighs just 1.4 lbs, making it easy to carry in a bag or backpack wherever you go.
Simple and Intuitive Interface Designed with straightforward tactile controls and touchscreen functionality suitable for all users.
Long Battery Life Enjoy up to 4.5 hours of uninterrupted use with a rechargeable battery for day-to-day convenience.
Live HDMI Output Connects easily to larger monitors or TVs for an expanded viewing experience at home or in the classroom.
High-Contrast Color Modes Multiple viewing modes allow users to customize contrast settings to suit their specific vision needs.
Specifications
Technical Specifications
Screen: 8-inch HD touchscreen
Magnification: 2x to 30x digital zoom
Cameras: Two 21-megapixel cameras (near and distance)
Battery: Rechargeable Lithium-ion, up to 4.5 hours
Weight: Approx. 1.4 lbs (650 grams)
Output: HDMI video out
Viewing Modes: Full-color and multiple contrast modes
Unit Dimensions and Weight:
Height: 0.94” (24 mm)
Width: 8” (204 mm)
Depth: 6” (153.2 mm)
Weight: 1.30 lbs – 20.8 oz (580 g)
Intelligent software
The Explore 8 Handheld Electronic Video Magnifier was designed to be as user-friendly as it is intelligent, with next-level software made with the mobile user in mind.
HDMI compatible
Fully customizable functions
Easily transfer images to and from a computer
USB C-type quick charge
Can be connected easily to a large screen TV
LED lights power off when device is raised
Auto shutoff after 1, 2, 5 or 10 minutes
Battery life : 4.5 hours
Reviews
“This is exactly what I needed for reading books again.” – Margaret S. “The Explore 8 makes work so much easier—I can review documents in meetings with confidence.” – Thomas D. “Great screen size without being bulky. Love the distance camera.” – Rachel K. “My father uses this daily for his mail and medication bottles. It’s a lifesaver.” – Michael L. “As a college student, I carry this everywhere. Super easy to use.” – Ashley B. “Finally, a magnifier I can bring to the grocery store and read labels with.” – Linda F. “This magnifier helped me stay productive even with my vision changes.” – Kevin R.
What's in the box?
Explore 8 handheld magnifier
Protective carrying case
Power adapter and USB charging cable
Cleaning cloth
Quick-start guide
HDMI cable
Frequently Asked Questions
How much magnification does the Explore 8 offer?
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The Explore 8 offers up to 30x digital magnification, suitable for a wide range of reading and viewing tasks.
Can I view things at a distance with this device?
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Yes, the Explore 8 has a dedicated distance-viewing camera for reading signs or viewing whiteboards from across the room.
Is this magnifier good for travel?
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Absolutely. It’s designed to be lightweight, portable, and easy to carry, making it ideal for travel or everyday errands.
Does it come with color contrast modes?
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Yes, the Explore 8 includes several high-contrast color modes to assist users with specific visual preferences.
Is it compatible with external monitors?
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Yes, the HDMI output allows you to connect the Explore 8 to larger displays for an enhanced viewing experience.
What training is available?
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At New England Low Vision and Blindness, we provide personalized training to ensure you get the most out of your Explore 8 handheld magnifier.
What financing options are available?
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New England Low Vision and Blindness offers financing options to make this technology more accessible. Please contact us for details.
What Our Customers Say
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