The Go Talk Series of devices support communication needs by allowing the user to press a button that has a pre-recorded word or message programmed into it. Many of the devices have different overlays that can be used for different categories of communication.
Nabi tablets are marketed for children but can also be used by adults. The tablets come in different sizes with different features, uses the Android operating systems, and runs apps from the Google Play store and Amazon marketplace. The Nabi tablet is helpful for users that benefit from a touchscreen with over-sized buttons and built-n security controls in a low cost tablet. Other helpful features: Supported by wi-fi, built-in camera, microphone, can be used with headphones, SD and micro SD slot for games and storage, mini-USB port, and mini HDMI to display on HDTV.
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Textured switches provide stimulation and are also helpful for people who are partially sighted or blind.
Enabling Devices textured switches
These remote controls act as universal remotes for TVs and allow users to select functions by using switches. Products vary in their compatibility with different types of televisions.
These adapted switches control enabled devices and provide additional visual, auditory, and tactile stimulation. They can be used for sensory stimulation or for controlling other devices.
The Tiny MP3 play is a compact device that has five mini-gumball switches that allow the user to fast forward, rewind, turn the volume up/down, and pause/play. The player can fit in your hand, sit on a table, or attach to a belt or strap. Compatible with headphones and portable plug-in speakers.
The switch adapted iHome docking station allows the user to access an iPod device with six button switches. The docking station includes speakers, an alarm clock, and a line-in jack to connect other audio devices.
The adapted 2-switch iHome docking station allows the user to connect larger buttons to turn the music on/off and scan through songs.
When setting up adaptive switches be sure you have all of the necessary hardware and enhancements.
