Tag: iOS

Nine Ways to More Effectively Work From Home

Posted on March 19, 2020 by In How to:, Productivity
A woman using her computer to work from home
With many of us working from home this week, we thought it would be a good opportunity to look at some tips and best practices for telecommuting that will help you make the most of your at-home office. These tips are applicable to anyone working from home; whether you’re telecommuting due to sickness, for convenience,…

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Bridge Communication App

Posted on March 19, 2020 by In A.T. Devices, AAC, Apps, iOS
Two children communicating using assistive technology
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology is designed to provide vocal output for those who cannot (or struggle to) express themselves verbally. This technology could be useful for a wide variety of communication challenges, including autism spectrum disorders, neurological disorders, brain injury, developmental delays, dyspraxia, and any other type of challenge or injury that might…

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Live Listen: Enhanced Hearing for iOS

Posted on January 16, 2020 by In A.T. Devices, Hearing, iOS, Learning
Airpods and an iPhone
Apple’s Air Pods have become hugely popular among consumers thanks in part to the fact that this new iteration of earbud is small, discrete, and completely wireless. But, what a lot of Apple users might not know is that these devices can also be used as assistive technology for individuals with auditory challenges! In today’s…

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iOS 13 Accessibility Features

Posted on November 27, 2019 by In A.T. Devices, iOS, Learning, Mobility, Updates, Vision, Writing
An iPhone settings screen
Since its initial release in 2010, the iPad has set the golden standard for built-in accessibility features, and Apple’s accessibility innovations have continued to be developed at an impressive speed. Each major update contains new accessibility features, improvements, and fixes, greatly improving and enhancing the overall user experience, especially for those users who take advantage…

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Symbol Support

Posted on November 07, 2019 by In Apps, Learning, Writing
A girl using an iPad in the classroom
In the past, students were often treated with a “one size fits all” mentality, and in many cases, individuals with wildly different learning styles were forced to complete their work within a narrow educational framework. The reality is, all of us learn differently; some of us are visual learners, some of us kinesthetic learners, some…

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