Category: A.T. Devices

How to: Use Mathway (a problem-solving app)

Posted on March 04, 2021 by In Android, iOS, Mac, Math, PC
A woman working on a math problem.
Mathway is a problem-solving app designed to not only solve math equations but to also explain the steps required to arrive at the correct answer. This can be especially helpful for students who are learning at home, for those who do not have access to a tutor, or even for adults who simply wish to…

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Easy Converter Express

Posted on February 25, 2021 by In Learning, Mobility, PC, Reading, Vision, Writing
A student using a laptop to study.
When it comes to serving individuals who require assistive technology (AT), the ability to provide alternative formats to standard text is critical. And while there are already a lot of ways to tackle this issue, especially when using mobile devices which can also function as mobile scanners, PC based options are a bit less common.…

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Socratic: A Companion App for Learning

Posted on February 11, 2021 by In Android, iOS, Learning
A young woman using headphones and a laptop to study.
With the advent of the internet, our ability to independently learn and research has grown immeasurably. It’s almost hard to imagine today that students once had to rely solely on textbooks, books, or encyclopedias for research. And while that method might have worked fine for the majority of students, what about individuals with disabilities related…

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Laptop Comparison: Windows vs MacBook vs Chromebook

Posted on February 04, 2021 by In Discussion, Mac, PC
A Chromebook, a Macbook, and a Windows laptop.
Finding the right laptop can be a challenge for anyone, and especially when having to consider accessibility and app compatibility, that process tends to be particularly confusing to new users. Even though all new mainstream laptops are shipped with at least some built-in accessibility features, not all laptops are created equal, and some shine in…

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How to: Set up and Use Voice Access for Android

Posted on December 03, 2020 by In Android, Mobility, Vision
A woman using her voice to control her smartphone.
In past e-bulletins, we looked at text to speech options that allow users to dictate text into their phones, tablets, and PCs. Voice Access takes that concept to the next level by allowing users to fully control their device using only their voice. This feature is especially helpful for users with mobility or vision challenges…

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