Reading Magnifier
As your AMD progresses you will need more light and more magnification. Book MagnifierIf you are having trouble reading, you could start with just trying better lighting - a higher watt bulb or try reading near a window where there is lots of daylight coming in.Often less magnification is needed if better light is provided. Click here to read more about lighting options: Low Vision Lighting 
If improved lighting does not offer enough help then consider a reading magnifier to help you read. They come in many different styles. Think about where you like to read. Do you like reading at a desk? Then get a desk magnifier. Do you like to read in your favorite chair? Then get a floor lamp magnifier or a full page magnifier. Desktop Magnifier
If you like to read at your desk, look for a lighted desktop magnifier that has an adjustable and flexible arm that lets you adjust the location of the magnifier to make for easy reading.
To see a selection of desktop magnifiers click here: Desktop Magnifier Floor Lamp With Magnifier
A floor lamp magnifier is the perfect magnifier if you enjoy reading in your favorite and most comfortable chair. By providing light and magnification you will find reading to be easier and more enjoyable.
To see a selection of floor lamp magnifiers click here: Floor Lamp With Magnifier
Page Magnifiers
Rather than giving up reading your favorite magazine or newspaper, find ways to adapt. Using different magnifiers for different tasks will keep you reading and doing the things you enjoy.
Some of the features to look for in a full page reading magnifier are: Magnification Power - usually around 2x to 4x Large enough to magnify a full page of text -usually 8 1/2" by 11"
To learn more about this book magnifier click here: Full Page Magnifier Kindle Reader
The new Kindle 2 is an electronic reading device that features enlarged fonts and crisp, clear text and an easy to read display.
You can increase the text size of your favorite book or newspaper by simply pushing a button. If your eyes tire, simply increase the font size. Kindle has six adjustable font sizes. Now every book or newspaper can be large print. It also has can convert text to speech if you'd like the book read out loud to you. Click here to learn more: Kindle Reader Electronic Book Technologies
Electronic book technologies offer adjustable magnification up to 70X, a larger viewing screen, and adjustable contrasting colors.
Many reading magnifiers that offer a large viewing field, such as a full page magnifier can usually only provide up to 2x magnification. Smaller magnifiers can offer higher magnification but much a much smaller viewing field. So if you are needing higher magnification and want a large screen to view your reading material than consider a low vision CCTV. They are easy to use and offer many features that a standard magnifier does not. To learn more about this low vision technology click here: Electronic Book Technologies Dome Magnifier
A dome magnifier is an inexpensive reading magnifier. It √ easily slides across your favorite newspaper, magazine or book. √ allows ambient light to flow from all surfaces to illuminate your reading material √ is pre-focused so there is no need to hold it This type of magnifier is an ideal reading aid for those with macular degeneration. To learn more about dome magnifiers click here: Dome Magnifier
Ott-Lite Magnifer Lamp
As your macular degeneration progresses you will need more light and more magnification. How well this applies to reading. You might want to consider an Ott-Lite Magnifier Lamp.
Ott lighting provides a light that has less glare but better contrast than regular lighting. As your macular degeneration (AMD) progresses, your need for better lighting increases...and brighter isn't always better. Ott lighting simulates the sun to provide colors that are crisper, with reduced glare and better contrast. To learn more about magnifying lamps with Ott lighting click here: Ott-Lite Magnifer Lamp
What is your Best Reading Tip?
There are many different ways to adapt so that you can continue to read. Whether it is using a reading magnifier, finding better lighting or using an electronic reading device. What Other Visitors Have SaidClick below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
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