Category: New Hardware
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Control Your iPod With Your Voice!
Accenda, makers of the popular voice controlled universal remote control, has now brought that same technology to the iPod with a voice activated controller for your iPod.
Switch Adapted MP3 Player Available
RJ Cooper has made available a very affordable switch adapted MP3 player which can be operated with 1 or 2 switches. It also functions as a thumb drive for moving files between computers, and is compatible with OS X.
Fin for your MacBook – Stand, Handle, Cooling System
Fins-Up has announced the availability of the FIN for Macbook and Macbook Pro customers. The FIN is an aluminium stand which screws into existing holes in the bottom of your Macbook and acts as a laptop stand to bring the keyboard to a more ergonomic angle. It also acts as a handle when you’re carrying your Macbook, and the aluminium stand helps dissipate heat so your laptop runs without overheating.
SmartNav 4 coming to Mac OS X
SmartNav is a hardware and software package that replaces a regular mouse by tracking small head movements – head tracking. A Mac OS X port of the SmartNav 4 software expected to be released by the end of March.
Did you know your Mac could do that?
If your computer already has the assistive technology you need, then accessing things via a computer means you don’t need to deal with yet another set of accessibility aids. So what amazing things might your Mac be able to do?
VisiSkin large print laptop skins
VisiKey, makers of large print keyboards, have introduced VisiSkin – keyboard skins for Mac and Windows laptops that feature extra large lettering for people who might have trouble seeing the printing on the keyboard. They cost US$24.95 each, and come in sizes designed to fit MacBooks, MacBook Pros and PowerBook G4s. Each VisiSkin is made [...]
Wacom Bamboo Tablets
Bamboo is a new category of pen tablets that help everyday people convey their ideas more clearly. With the natural feel of pen-on-paper, Bamboo and Bamboo Fun plug into your computer and make it quick and easy for you to get your point across. Whether you’re preparing a slide presentation or making a unique collage [...]
Accessible iPod Remotes
RJ Cooper has just made available a large cordless iPod remote control which is already switch-adapted. He reports that will be also be releasing a scanning version in coming months.
Belkin Washable Mouse
New Belkin Washable Mouse endures spills and can be hand-washed under the faucet to stay clean and disinfected.
zCover TypeOn Keyboard Skin for Apple Keyboards and laptops
zCover TypeOn skins are washable and durable, made of flexible silicone, and come in a wide range of colours. They may be blank or over-printed with various keyboard layouts including large print, Dvorak, and keyboard shortcuts for common programs.
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