Technology
CCTV Magnifiers and Document Cameras for Students with Visual Impairment
If you are trying to help a student with a visual impairment keep up with reading and writing in class, the number of magnification devices out there can feel overwhelming. You are not alone in that. Most parents and teachers we talk with just want one clear answer: which tool actually helps a student read…
Read MoreWearable Tech for RP: Aira, OrCam, and Smart Glasses
If you are exploring wearable technology for retinitis pigmentosa, the choices can feel overwhelming—and the marketing rarely tells you what actually works for RP. The truth is that these devices can be genuinely life-changing for reading, recognizing faces, and getting around. The trick is matching the right device to your vision and your daily life.…
Read MoreBest Assistive Devices for Retinitis Pigmentosa
If you are looking for tools to help with retinitis pigmentosa, you have probably noticed that most low vision advice is written for conditions that affect central vision first. RP is different. It usually takes your night vision and side vision first, so the devices that help most are not always the ones you would…
Read MoreTop Magnification Apps For The Blind and Visually Impaired
Are you searching for the Top Magnification Apps for the Blind and Visually Impaired – search no further! Did you know that approximately 10% of the American population has low vision? That is why magnification is a necessity for this population to keep their independence. In addition, many of this population has access to an iPhone…
Read MoreBest Digital Magnifiers for Low Vision: A Complete Buyers Guide
A digital magnifier is a handheld or desktop device that uses a camera and screen to enlarge text and images, making them readable for people with low vision. Unlike a traditional magnifying glass, a digital magnifier (also called an electronic magnifier or video magnifier) lets you adjust the magnification level, change the color contrast, and…
Read MoreFix it Fast: Quick Solutions for Common Low Vision Software Problems
Low Vision Software Troubleshooting: Fix Common Screen Reader and App Issues Your software was working fine this morning. Now the screen reader has gone quiet, the magnification settings have reset, or the accessibility app won’t open at all. Low vision software problems are especially frustrating because software is invisible—you can’t see what changed or where…
Read MoreHelp is Here: Overcoming Challenges with Your Blindness Aid
Blindness Aid Problems: Causes, Fixes, and When to Get Help When the device you depend on every day starts causing problems, it’s more than an inconvenience. It can affect your confidence, your independence, and your ability to do the things that matter most. If you’re dealing with blindness aid problems, you’re not alone—and there’s a…
Read MoreMaking Things Right: A Step-by-Step Guide to Troubleshooting Your Low Vision Aid
Our Step-by-Step Low Vision Aid Troubleshooting Guide You shouldn’t need a degree in technology to fix your own low vision aid. With a clear, step-by-step approach, most issues are solvable at home—often in under 10 minutes. This guide gives you a reliable process for low vision aid troubleshooting, no matter what type of device you…
Read MoreSolving Common Problems with Your Blindness Aid
Blindness Aid Troubleshooting: Fix Electronic and Optical Device Issues It happens at the worst possible moment. You’re about to read a prescription label, answer an important email, or follow a recipe—and your blindness aid stops cooperating. Before the frustration takes over, take a breath. Most common blindness aid troubleshooting problems have quick, manageable solutions. This…
Read MoreGot a Glitch? A Troubleshooting Guide for Common Low Vision Aid Issues
Low Vision Aid Troubleshooting: Common Problems and Easy Fixes Your magnifier worked fine yesterday. This morning, the image is blurry no matter what you try. Or maybe your video magnifier turns on, but nothing appears on the screen. When a low vision aid stops working, it can feel like losing a lifeline. These tools help…
Read MoreSoftware Updates for JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion
The low vision software updates for JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion are here. No matter which product you use, you will benefit from the new enhancements. We strongly encourage installing new updates so you can take advantage of new features and updated performance. We regularly update JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion to stay current with Windows, browsers,…
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Veterans
This article has been updated: See what’s New! Click the link below to see the latest in low vision aids and technology. Read the newest Top 10 Low Vision Products for Veterans Additional Topics: 7 Best Low Vision and Blindness Products for Veterans We Can Help! No matter what your low vision or blindness needs are!…
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