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Doug Lear

Assistive Technology Specialist
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15 years as an Assistive Technology Specialist- Providing services to those with disabilities for those with and those why want to operate a computer more efficiently and effectively by voice, vision, or movements.

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February 28, 2023
Microsoft’s Release of Adaptive Equipment Is Good News for People with Impairments

Recently, Microsoft released Microsoft Adaptive Accessories. The newly-introduced trio showcases an Adaptive Mouse, Adaptive Button (in three styles), and a […]

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January 31, 2023
MindView – Mind Mapping Software for the Neurodiverse

MindView® is a professional mind mapping software application that allows users to brainstorm and visualize ideas quickly and easily.  See […]

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December 22, 2022
Microsoft, Apple, and Others Launch Apps to Help Low Vision and Cognitively Impaired

New Apps to Help Those with Low Vision and Cognitive Impairments Shop NaviLens: an app called NaviLens allows users to […]

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November 27, 2022
IrisVision Wearable Low Vision Glasses for Visually Impaired People

For those who are visually impaired and/or have low vision, their condition is likely permanent. Also, in many cases, they […]

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October 29, 2022
Biggest Tech Companies Collaborate on Speech Accessibility Technology

Tech heavyweights Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are teaming up to make computers and mobile devices more accessible to […]

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September 26, 2022
New Apps for People with Alzheimers and Dementia

Over 5 million Americans and up to 24 million people globally have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Therefore, the following […]

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August 22, 2022
Intel Endorsed UCL MotionInput Software Makes 'Hands Free' Computing Possible

In the past, the creation of computer processors was not associated with making technology accessible to disabled people. However, Intel […]

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July 26, 2022
Microsoft Announces New Adaptive Accessories at “Ability Summit”

At the 12th Annual Microsoft Ability Summit, it has announced that it is releasing a new line of highly adaptable […]

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June 29, 2022
Assistive Technology for Drivers Helps the Injured and Disabled Get Behind the Wheel

People with disabilities and injuries can have many struggles, but thanks to assistive technology (AT), getting where you need to […]

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May 31, 2022
Assistive Technology with AI Helps Elderly Adults Age-in-Place

There is a nationwide phenomenon of Baby Boomers facing a decision about whether or not they can  remain independent (like […]

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