Category Archives: Wearable technology

OrCam MyEye 2.0 – “A Game Changer”

Posted on February 2, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

A recent AT assessment with a client with low vision explored both computer based and handheld magnification tools as well as text to speech tools that would help her access print required of her online classes. Reading hard copy print (textbooks) is also … Continue reading →

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MiniGuide US: Haptic Feedback Device for the Blind — The Assistive Technology Daily

Posted on July 5, 2018 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The Assistive Technology Daily provides a review of a new guide for individuals with visual impairment or deaf/blindness. MiniGuide US,  developed by the American Printing House for the Blind is a haptic feedback tools that uses ultrasound to detect objects … Continue reading →

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Cyber Eyez M300 – smart glasses — Technology Options for Special Needs

Posted on July 5, 2018 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The wearable technology options continue to expand providing more and more options for individuals with visual impairments. Check out the Cyber Eyez review as reposted from Technology for Special Needs. Smartglasses or smart glasses are wearable computer glasses that provide additional … Continue reading →

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SafeTracks GPS – Personal GPS Tracking Devices — The Assistive Technology Daily

Posted on December 2, 2017 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

  TRiLOC GPS Monitoring Safetracks offers a reliable GPS Personal Monitoring Device which is ideal for communicating and locating those with living with Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Autism, those suffering from PTSD, Lone Workers and other high-risk applications. Key Features: SOS button Fall … Continue reading →

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OrCam My Reader and My Eyes for Text, Facial and Product Recognition

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

  Advances in optical character recognition (OCR),  object recognition, artificial intelligence and computer vision has resulted in remarkable, new products to aid individuals with visual impairments. One such new device, the OrCam, provides a variety of features allowing OCR and … Continue reading →

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The Owlet Smart Sock 2

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The Assistive Technology Daily shares the Owlet Smart Sock 2, offering monitoring of vital signs for young children. Read on for more information about the new Owlet Smart Sock 2 features. The Smart Sock 2 enhances everything that our 100,000 … Continue reading →

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Reveal, A Wareable Band the Records Physiological Responses to Anxiety

Posted on July 10, 2016 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Awake Labs, is developing an electronic band that to help children on the Autism Spectrum. Currently an Indiegogo project, wearable measures and tracks anxiety to understand behavior and predict behavior meltdowns. Called Reveal, this project is projected for commercialization in … Continue reading →

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AWARE App – Creating Location Services Indoors

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

We are all familiar with GPS systems and most likely use it regularly to assist with locating businesses, homes and other attractions by address or GPS guides us to an address  or location, an essential tool for those of us who travel to and … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Activities of Daily Living, Android, App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Assistive Technology, Environmental Control, Intellectual Disability, Low Vision/ Blindness, Maps, Mobile Device Use, Occupational Therapy, Special Needs, Uncategorized, Wearable technology | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

More iPhone Lanyard Options for Security

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

       Lasso Attachment                                   Smart Catch Lanyard Options for iPhone or iPod Touch Finding the right tools for the job can often times feel like looking for that needle in a haystack. For a number of clients in need of work related cognitive … Continue reading →

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Monitoring System Takes Stigma And Stress Out Of Aging Independently

Posted on June 13, 2015 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

For any senior who has cringed at the infamous “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up” ads, there’s a new product in store that can take the stigma out of aging, far more discreetly Sourced through Scoop.it from: Huffington Post … Continue reading →

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