New smart house enables people to try out assistive tech that helps them to live independently
Sunderland City Council's Adult Services Team and Sunderland Care and Support have launched a smart home to demonstrate assistive technologies that will improve the lives…
Discrete wearable wristband that remotely controls Apple devices showcased at CES 2024
Wearable Devices has announced the general availability of its “groundbreaking” Mudra Band at CES 2024, a neural interface wristband for remotely controlling Apple devices. The…
New dyslexic-friendly computer monitor unveiled at CES 2024
French startup Lili for Life is showcasing its new monitor, the Lili Monitor, at CES 2024, which is designed to make computer work easier for…
€750k funding to improve access to digital and assistive technologies in Ireland
€750,000 funding will support nine projects under the Health Service Executive’s Cooperative Real Engagement for Assistive Technology Enhancement (CREATE) initiative. CREATE II is the second…
Pioneering assistive hearing tech showcased at CES 2024
At CES 2024, OrCam Technologies is showcasing its AI-driven assistive technology with hearing impairments, the OrCam Hear. Taking place annually and organised by organised by…
New preventative remote care solution to roll out to 228,000 patients in the north of England
Etc., the digital and startup incubation hub of BT Group, has launched the second phase of its NHS digital preventative remote care initiative designed to…
Free online workshops will discuss the latest AT innovations for people who are blind or visually impaired
Envision Glasses The Braille Institute, a US not-for-profit organisation that works to transform the lives of those with vision loss, is running a series of…
New “elegant” height-adjustable worktops help increase accessibility in the kitchen
Accessible kitchen and bathroom specialist Pressalit has added a new height-adjustable worktop to its Indivo range, which is designed to suit any need and enhance…
EXCLUSIVE: Inclusive design – Why we need to prioritise inclusive delivery and research
Alex Wright, Design Expert at PA Consulting, discusses why inclusive research and delivery are at the heart of inclusive design. Exclusion is almost always created…
Guest article: What OTs need to know about the latest UK stairlift regulations
With new regulations that came into force in April 2023 for the UK stairlift industry, BS EN 81-40:2020, Rick Bennett, Northern European Business Manager for…