Author: Dr. Shaun Larsen
Electronic Glasses For Low Vision
No matter the form of low vision you suffer from, there are a variety of tools that may assist. Some examples are text-to-speech systems and magnified screens. Prismatic glasses use prisms to redirect light in areas that retain functionality, helping those with visual impairments see objects which would otherwise fall outside their field of vision.…
Connect 12 – Smarter, Smarter and More Connected Than Ever
Connect 12 is HumanWare’s smarter and more connected digital magnifier product yet, combining the benefits of their popular magnifiers with the versatility of an HD Android tablet to provide active seniors, students and professionals the power to take control of their lives at home or while traveling. Notable features of connect 12 include up to…
Video Magnifier App
Video magnifiers utilize cameras for digital magnification on displays ranging from smartphones to televisions, and are usually more costly than conventional optical magnifiers. Enlarge nearby objects and text. Adjust color contrast, add filter effects, freeze frames and freeze frames on supported models. Furthermore, detect people and doors, hear automatic descriptions of your surroundings and hear…
Low Vision Technology From Humanware
San Diego dealer BrailleNote Touch, a mobile app developed for smartphones and tablets that provides text-to-speech for blind and low vision users, is one such technology. Another solution is Communicator, a small handheld device capable of reading any document or web page – including books and magazines! – with text to speech capability for blind…
Low Vision Rehabilitation
Low vision rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary approach designed to teach those with low vision how to maximize their remaining vision through systematic training methods. People living with low vision often use stereotypical behaviors to reduce anxiety and can be misunderstood in social situations. They may also go through various stages of grieving and acceptance. Visual…
Using a Print Magnifier
Print magnifiers can assist in reading, crafts and hobby activities such as stamp collecting and jewelry making. Some models feature built-in lights to reduce eye strain and improve visibility. Magnifiers come equipped with either Fresnel or convex lenses and may include adjustable features like line markers and shadow mask knobs to increase clarity. Product Description…
Low Vision Page Magnifiers
Magnifiers allow people with low vision to read, write and participate in other activities more comfortably. There are a range of options available from handheld optical magnifiers to desktop computer monitors equipped with text-to-speech software. Researchers discovered that adding a line guide attachment to a stand magnifier can enhance reading and navigation performance for new…
Magnifiers For Reading
Magnifiers designed specifically for reading are an effective way to increase font size on printed materials, whether handheld or stationary. An easily portable neck magnifier makes reading or working on craft projects while sitting comfortably in your chair possible. These magnifiers offer wide viewing areas and bright LED lights that won’t burn out over time.…
Low Vision Store Near Me
At EyeCare Associates of Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and Los Alamos we find great satisfaction in helping patients reclaim their daily functioning following low vision evaluations. It is one of our greatest pleasures as experts in this area of eye care. We will help you define the optimal visual acuity, then work to find…
The Best CCTV For Visually Impaired Users
These devices, commonly referred to as Closed Circuit Television Magnifiers or CCTVs, have steadily improved in capability and variety since their commercial production began. CCTVs magnify printed material on a monitor screen or television and magnify it to provide larger reading lines. Evaluators should carefully consider four features when selecting a portable CCTV: Line Markers,…
Handheld Electronic Magnifier For Low Vision
Handheld magnifiers are ideal for reading on-the-go tasks such as mail, labels, prescription bottles or short period magazine viewing. Their lightweight construction makes them convenient and user friendly. Desktop magnifiers, also referred to as CCTV (closed circuit television) magnifiers, offer greater stability. They boast the highest magnification power and multiple viewing modes. Handheld Magnifiers Handheld…
Eschenbach Reading Glasses
Are your friends having difficulty reading books, newspapers, computer screen content and medicine bottles labels? How about train schedules, recipes or mail? Eschenbach reading glasses offer an excellent solution to these difficulties, designed specifically for long-distance viewing and easy to use for immediate gratification among many patients. Frames Are you or a friend having difficulty…
