Spotlight on AT: OrCam MyEye 2.0
The OrCam MyEye 2.0 is designed for blind and partially sighted users, using a lightweight smart camera that reads text aloud and recognizes faces, products, and money.
“Volunteering has given me the opportunity to expand my own learning,” says Bruce
Bruce has been volunteering with the Neil Squire Society’s Distance Computer Comfort Program since 2017. “I learn about the individuals I work with and always come away with insight and knowledge about the challenges they face,” he says.
LipSync Update: We Built and Had Fun on World Create Day
On World Create Day, we worked on some (very cool) projects that would empower people with disabilities.
LipSync Update: Remembering Stephen Hawking
We are sad to hear of the passing of Stephen Hawking. Along with being one of the most brilliant minds of his time, he was also a steadfast advocate of assistive technology.
Technology@Work Gives Gordon His “Life Back”
After a car accident and two strokes, Gordon was left with severe vision loss and intense back and neck pain. With Technology@Work, he received assistive equipment which increased his “abilities or functions with the computer probably 300 or 400%.”