Tech Review: Loop Earplugs
Loop Earplugs are advertised sound-filtering earplugs which allow the user to experience sound without background noises, as well as reducing the overall decibel level.
Accessory
Our Assistive Technology (AT) Specialists have reviewed hundreds of apps and solutions to support our clients' goals. Below are our AT Specialists' recommended apps that have been used to attain the goals of our clients. More information can be found on our Assistive Technology page.
Dream Pad
Product: Dreampad Producer: DreamPad Compatibility: iOS/Android Cost: $149.00 USD Product summary: Dreampad is a high-tech pillow advertised as a sleep aid and sensory solution. Embedded within the pillow is a Bluetooth-enabled intrasound speaker that transmits vibrational sound once paired with the accompanying iOS/Android app. The pillow was designed to allow the user to hear and …
When It Comes to Adaptive Technology, Who is Doing the Adapting?
Over the past 6 months, DDA has been conducting research on the development of a unique adaptive communication system using a wireless, one-handed keyboard known as Tap™ (Tap™ Device Review). This project was originally addressed in our article, Harnessing Creativity for Accessibility. The initial idea of harnessing Tap™ for use as an assistive communication …
Apple Pen vs. Stylus vs. Manual Entry
iPad technology has had a significant impact on the disability community in a variety of ways including, communication, access to information, and recreation. The range of use has expanded significantly since the introduction of built-in accessibility features starting with VoiceOver in 2009 and Switch Control in 2013, with more updates and features continuing to be …
Tap Device for iOS/Android Review
Product: Tap Device Producer: Tap Systems Inc. Compatibility: iOS and Android Price: $179 USD (approx. $230 CAD) Product Summary The Tap device, also known as the Tap Strap, is a wearable keyboard designed by Tap Systems Inc. Each letter of the alphabet is assigned to a tapping code. When the user taps their hand using …
Skoog Musical Interface Review
Product: Skoog 2.0 Tactile Musical Interface Producer: Skoogmusic Ltd. Compatibility: iOS Cost: $399.95 + tax Product Summary The Skoog 2.0 Tactile Musical Interface is advertised as a, “tactile musical instrument” that, when paired with a compatible iOS device, can be used to produce music by pressing on one of five colour-coded buttons. It has been …
