Large Print Newspapers
Large Print News
If you are looking to subscribe to your favorite daily newspaper in a large print edition, it is now possible - thanks to low vision technology - called electronic readers and low vision CCTV. Electronic Readers
Electronic readers, such as Amazon's Kindle DX, the Sony Electronic Book Reader, and the Barnes and Noble Nook make it possible to turn your favorite daily newspapers into large print newspaper. Each morning the newspaper is downloaded right to your wireless reading device.
The advantages of reading your newspaper on an electronic reader, is that you can enlarge the font and adjust the contrast. For reading newspapers, the larger the screen the easier it is to read. The Kindle DX offers the largest screen at almost 10". Click here to read reviews written by those with macular degeneration. Kindle DX Macular Degeneration Reviews
E-NewspaperThere are some advantages and disadvantages to reading an e-newspaper.Some of the Benefits Are: 1. No ads 
2. Last minute news can be added that can't get added to a hard print copy 3. Easier to read - adjust the font size and contrast 4. Can take it with you wherever you go 5. Downloaded right to your wireless reading device. So if you are not at home or you've moved away, you can still get your favorite local paper. 6. Usually cheaper than a hard copy subscription Some of the Disadvantages Are: 1. No pictures 2. No tables or graphs, such as in weather or sports reporting Large Print Newspaper ListingsThe Kindle Newspaper subscriptions start with a 14-day free trial.You can cancel at any time during the trial period. If you enjoy your subscription, you do nothing and it will automatically continue at the regular price. If you don't like it be sure to cancel your subscription before the 14 days are up. You are charged automatically every month. Prices range from $14.99 per month for the Wall Street Journal to $5.99 for newspapers like the Houston Chronicle. National and international newspapers are available. If you'd like to see a list of newspapers that are available at Amazon that can be downloaded to your Kindle reader click here:
Kindle Newspapers Page Magnifiers
Page magnifiers are another visual aid for those with macular degeneration who want to continue reading the daily newspaper.
They provide a large screen that can magnify the print so that there is less eye strain. Many of them are lighted as well which often means less magnification is needed. To learn more about full page magnfiers click here: Page Magnifiers Dome Magnifiers
Try this inexpensive vision aid for macular degeneration. This reading magnifier easily slides across your favorite newspaper, magazine or book. It allows ambient light to flow from all surfaces to illuminate your reading material. There is no need to hold the magnifier at a certain distance because it is pre-focused. Use this magnifier while sitting at your kitchen table or desk. To learn more click here: Dome Magnifier Electronic Magnifiers
Electronic magnifiers, such as a low vision CCTV provides a nice large screen - up to 22". As one's need for magnification increases, a larger screen and a more options for magnification become important. According to Dr. Lylas Mogk, author of Macular Degeneration: The Complete Guide to Saving and Maximizing Your Sight To learn more about this low vision technology click here: Electronic Magnifiers Audio NewspaperDid you know that another option to large print newspapers is to "listen" to the daily newspaper instead of reading it? Audible.com offers Forbes, The New Yorker and the Harvard Business Review. These downloads would come to your computer and then from your computer you can transfer to a CD or MP3 Player.Get your first 3 months for $7.49/month and $14.95/month thereafter. With this plan you also get a Wall Street Journal or New York Times audio subscription. Each morning, you'll get stories from the Journal's front page, as well as the most popular columns and briefings from Marketplace, Money & Investing, and more. And, every Friday, you'll get a bonus delivery: features, columns, and reviews from the Weekend Journal. Delivery: Monday-Friday by 6:30 am ET With the monthly subscription you also get: One audiobook credit each month to use on any book you choose (choice of over 75,000 books) Up to 75% off of CD audiobook prices Roll over up to 6 unused credits each year
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Download audiobooks, news & more. Get your first 3 months at Audible for only $7.49/month! Go from Large Print Newspapers to Electronic Reader
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, "a CCTV is an excellent tool for anyone with less than 20/70 vision. If you have less than 20/400 vision you should definitely consider purchasing one." 