New smart glasses tech enables disabled people to control assistive devices more accurately
AAVAA, which specialises in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology for enhanced accessibility, has launched new assistive technology that incorporates into existing smart glasses to give the…
Innovative cane designed for hiking launches for blind and partially sighted people
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) has launched the All-Terrain Cane (ATC) from AwareWolf Gear, which aims to change the game for blind…
Microsoft announces launch of personalised natural-sounding voice tech for those with speech disabilities
On 7 March 2024, Microsoft kicked off its 14th Ability Summit, a free virtual annual event that brings together thought leaders to discuss the future…
Let’s Get It Clear: What’s in an ‘assembly’, and what should we call the components?
Figure 1. PSD Pad and PSD Supporting Structure When you order an ‘assembly’ to fit onto your assistive technology device such as onto a wheelchair,…
Competition winner receives assistive tech bundle for her school
In a bid to foster creativity and awareness surrounding assistive technology (AT), Aventido recently hosted a nationwide competition inviting primary school children to design their…
Spring Budget 2024: Key points at a glance for the assistive tech sector
Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt Yesterday (6 March 2024), Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt unveiled the Spring Budget 2024, which sets out the…
Bed rail measuring guide launches following success with OTs
NRS Healthcare, a large UK assistive technology supplier, has launched new guidance and training on bed rail measuring. Created in coordination with the NRS Healthcare…
Students applying for assistive tech via the DSA will now have a single point of contact
A new Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) service model has been launched to break down barriers of the previous service being too long and complex for…
Assistive app now available on phone designed specifically for blind and visually impaired people
Envision, an assistive technology specialist, has teamed up with BlindShell, a developer of phones for people who are blind or visually impaired, to make the…
Healthcare and assistive tech professionals invited to enter coveted industry awards
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has announced the return of its awards dinner for 2024, which celebrates excellence within the healthcare and assistive technology…