Low Vision Technology
Low Vision Solutions
Low vision solutions can be an inexpensive aid such as a talking alarm clock or a more expensive talking computer program or a low vision CCTV. For the inexpensive aids like a talking clock or talking watch, buy one. But for more expensive low vision technology, I recommend that you first meet with a low vision specialist who can make recommendations that are specific to you and your needs at the moment. JORDY - Macular Degeneration GlassesAlthough there is no one magic set of macular degeneration glasses, the glasses that come closest is a low vision technology called JORDY (Joint Optical Reflective Display. These high tech goggles allow the wearer to see in any environment - close up or far away - at work, at home or any event like movies, theater, or sporting events. The glasses are portable and can be taken anywhere. To learn more about this technology click here:
Talking Wrist WatchLow vision watches come as large, bold easy to read numbers or many are talking watches. By simply pressing a button on the watch a clear voice will tell you what the current time is. This is a perfect solution for those who suffer from macular degeneration, or from low vision. To see a selection of low vision watches click here: Talking Wrist WatchLow Vision CCTV
A low vision CCTV is an electronic magnifier and a device that really is quite simple to operate. A special camera focuses on what you want to see (i.e. a pill bottle, a check, a photograph etc,) and displays it on a large screen. You can use it to:Read a newspaper Write your checks See your medicines Read a food label and much more. Click here to learn more: Low Vision CCTV Binocular VisionBinocular vision can help you see things from a distance. If you are wanting to watch your grandson play baseball, enjoy a sporting event or a broadway musical you will find that through binocular vision you can once again enjoy seeing things or people from far away. To learn more about this low vision technology click here: Binocular VisionElectronic Reading Device
An electronic reading device is a low vision technology that reads books, magazines, newspapers and blogs. Those with macular degeneration can continue to enjoy their favorite authors, periodicals or newspaper through this text to speech converter. The most portable electronic reading device is the Kindle 2. It is a small, lightweight and wireless device that can be taken any where. There is no need for a computer as books, magazines and newspapers can be directly downloaded onto the device. This device can read to you out loud or with its clear, crisp text and adjustable font size you can use it to read your books. Electronic Reading Device Low Vision TVYou can spend a lot of money and purchase a high definition large screen TV to help you see the screen better. If you get sticker shock by just looking at these new TVs like I do, you might want to consider an inexpensive, low tech visual aid called a TV screen magnifier. They typically magnify 2X and are glare free.You simply buy the size that fits your screen and slide the braces under your TV set. Click here to learn more: Low Vision TV Computer Screen Magnifier
A computer screen magnifier can be a simple magnifier that fits over your existing monitor or software that magnifies your pc screen.
And sometimes you can just by a larger computer monitor for better viewing and reading. To learn more about this low vision technology click here: Computer Screen Magnifier Speech to Text ConverterA speech to text converter will help the person with macular degeneration to dictate text into almost any Windows application.You can now search the web, write an e-mail, find a recipe,and check the weather all by voice command and dictation. To learn more about this amazing and simple technology click here: Speech to Text Converter Talking ComputerYou may find that as your macular degeneration progresses, that it may be easier to have your computer talk to you instead of struggling to read the print.Text to speech software can read out loud from: √ Internet Explorer √ Microsoft Word √ Outlook √ Power Point √ Adobe PDF To learn more about this low vision technology click here: Talking Computer Large Print KeyboardA large print keyboard has bigger keys and large, bold letters that are easier to see and use. To see what they look like and how much they cost click here: Large Print KeyboardHandheld Electronic Magnifier
A handheld electronic magnifier is a small, hand held, portable magnifier that helps you read labels when shopping or instructions in a manual.
This low vision technology allows you the ability to read any size writing or label - wherever you go. Click here to learn more:
Handheld Electronic Magnifer
iPod Touch
Features such as Voice Control, Voice Commands, and Zoom Technology make the iPod Touch easy to see and use. You can easily listen to audio books or podcasts anyplace and anytime. You may want to consider an iPod as a means to listen to books, your favorite podcasts, favorite radio shows and more. To learn more about the features of the iPod Touch and how it can help you if you have low vision click here:
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