Tag: iOS

Bridge Communication App

Posted on March 19, 2020 by In A.T. Devices, AAC, Apps, iOS
Two children communicating using assistive technology.
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology is designed to provide vocal output for those who cannot (or struggle to) express themselves verbally. This technology could be useful for a wide variety of communication challenges, including autism spectrum disorders, neurological disorders, brain injury, developmental delays, dyspraxia, and any other type of challenge or injury that might…

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iOS 13 Accessibility Features

Posted on November 27, 2019 by In A.T. Devices, iOS, Learning, Mobility, Updates, Vision, Writing
An iPhone settings screen.
Since its initial release in 2010, the iPad has set the golden standard for built-in accessibility features, and Apple’s accessibility innovations have continued to be developed at an impressive speed. Each major update contains new accessibility features, improvements, and fixes, greatly improving and enhancing the overall user experience, especially for those users who take advantage…

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Symbol Support

Posted on November 07, 2019 by In Apps, Learning, Writing
A girl using an iPad in the classroom.
In the past, students were often treated with a “one size fits all” mentality, and in many cases, individuals with wildly different learning styles were forced to complete their work within a narrow educational framework. The reality is, all of us learn differently; some of us are visual learners, some of us kinesthetic learners, some…

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