Technology Spotlight – AT3 Center News & Tips

June 15, 2020 Technology Spotlight

Considering a Zoom Memorial?

Thousands of Americans never dreamed they’d have to change how they mourn. Here’s some advice and, perhaps, solace based on my own pandemic-driven experience.

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April 21, 2020 Emergency Preparedness / Technology Spotlight

Look Mom – No Hands! Easy Video Visits Using Amazon Echo Show

Here’s a way to visit family or friends this COVID-19 season without their having to do or know anything technical. Thank you, Jeannie Krull, of the North Dakota Assistive Technology (AT) Program (ND Assistive) for this deeper look.

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April 1, 2020 AT Tips / for Education / for Employment / ICT Accessibility / Technology Spotlight / Webinars

Six Tips for Zoom Accessibility

Thanks to Stacy Driscoll, Program Coordinator for the NH AT Program (ATinNH), for these tips for how to ensure your next Zoom meeting or webinar is accessible to all, including participants with disabilities.

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February 18, 2020 Technology Spotlight

Yay for Bidets!

Many thanks to Aimee Sterk of the Michigan Assistive Technology Program for this enthusiastic post espousing the benefits of bidets as assistive technology (re-posted with permission)!

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February 11, 2020 Events / Technology Spotlight

ATIA 2020 Gadget Roundup

7 tools and toys exhibited at the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) expo (plus two that should have been there).

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December 19, 2019 Emerging Tech / Technology Spotlight

The Dawn of Smart Assistive Technology?

At the nexus of the Internet of Things, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is what Mallozzi terms “Smart AT.”

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September 23, 2019 Technology Spotlight / Webinars

Teaching iDevices to Blind Users–the Amazing Rita Howells

Inspired by her own experience, Rita Howells has joined a team of instructors who are blind to create free online trainings for individuals with vision impairments to master the iPhone and iPad.

September 13, 2019 AT Tips / Technology Spotlight

Rita’s iDevice Advice: Your Home Button’s Many Uses

Thank you to Rita Howells and the Illinois Assistive Technology Program for providing these home button accessibility insights.

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June 11, 2019 Program Spotlights / Technology Spotlight

Affording that Tandem-Recumbent Dream Machine

Most states have an alternative financing program to help residents buy assistive technology (AT) and AT services. Jeff and Shelley Penick used Oklahoma’s for a very unique purchase.

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May 23, 2019 Technology Spotlight / Toolkits

Visual or Vibrating Alert Devices

Ten gadgets to help you stay safe, on time, and informed with a hearing impairment