6x Magnifier
Low Vision MagnifiersBefore you purchase your magnifier there are two things you need to ask ...1) What you are going to use it for and 2) What power magnification do you need. Your low vision specialist can recommend what power is best for you. Always purchase and use the lowest power magnification for your eyes. The lower the power of the magnifier, the larger the field of view - which means that you can see more of the page - more sentences, more words, and more letters. The larger the power of the magnifier, the smaller the field of view. If the magnifier is going to be used for a short period of time or for spot magnification, like looking up a phone number in the telephone book, checking a recipe, seeing a label or reading a bill then handheld magnifiers work great. If the task is for a longer period of time, like reading a book or working on a hobby, then it is best to get a hands free magnifier. Here is a selection of only 6x Magnifiers: Lighted Magnifying Glass
A lighted magnifying glass will make it possible to use a lower power magnifier. Just like it is so much easier to read something under the light of lamp or by a bright sunny window, so it is with a lighted magnifier.Even with the right magnification, if you are in a dark restaurant or a dimly lit spot in the garage, it still may not be possible to read the menu or to check instructions. This lighted magnifying glass has a 2.4" viewing area and uses bright LED lights that don't burn out. My father-in-law reminds me that another consideration is the type of batteries that are used and the ease of replacing them. This one uses three AAA batteries which are easy for him to find and replace. Go to MaxiAids now: Magnifying Glass Necklace  A magnifying glass necklace is the handiest of all macular degeneration magnifiers. Just put it one in the morning and wear it all day. No searching for a magnifier that you've misplaced or fumbling around in your purse to get it out.This is a 6x necklace magnifier. It is plain enough that even men can wear one. It is available at Amazon for a little more than $20. Go to Amazon here: Go from 6x Magnfier to Power Magnifier
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