These prosthetics break the mold with third thumbs, spikes, and superhero skins
By Joanna Thompson: For Complete Post, Click Here...

Prosthetics designers are coming up with new ways to help people feel more comfortable in their own skin.

Many mornings,
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/02/13/these-prosthetics-break-the-mold-with-third-thumbs-spikes-and-superhero-skins/
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Sony Unveils Adaptive Controller for PlayStation 5
By Michael Franz: For Complete Post, Click Here...

In January Sony unveiled Project Leonardo, a new adaptive controller in development for PlayStation 5. Designed with input from accessibility experts and organizations dedicated to making gaming accessible, Project Leonardo is a customizable adaptive controlle
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/02/10/sony-unveils-adaptive-controller-for-playstation-5/
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Michigan Storytellers for Change – Frank Vaca
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"I feel like this is my calling: to help others with disabilities explore their potential." Frank Vaca discusses his work on employment and as a sexuality self-advocacy trainer.
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/02/07/michigan-storytellers-for-change-frank-vaca/
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‘God of War: Ragnarök’ Wins Big In Accessibility
By Frankie Negron: For Complete Post, Click Here...

The Game Awards have recognized accommodations in the gaming industry since 2020 and on Thursday night that award went to "God of War: Ragnarök."

The Innovation in Accessibility Award was developed to honor games that ensure as many people
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/27/god-of-war-ragnarok-wins-big-in-accessibility/
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OneButtonPIN increases security for blind and low-vision tech users
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New authentication method helps protect data from privacy attacks.

Working closely with blind and low-vision (BLV) users, researchers at the University of Waterloo and the Rochester
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/23/onebuttonpin-increases-security-for-blind-and-low-vision-tech-users/
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How to turn on Walking Steadiness notifications in iOS 16
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Walking Steadiness is a helpful tool for older folks to know their risk of falling. Here's how to turn on walking steadiness notifications in iOS 16.

Available on iPhone 8 or later and iOS 15 or later, Walking Steadiness uses a
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/19/how-to-turn-on-walking-steadiness-notifications-in-ios-16/
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Powerful and Concurrent Trends Have Converged to Turn Earbuds into Hearing Aids
By ScottCDunn: For Complete Post, Click Here...

What?

I remember when hearing aids were a stigma. When I was in grade school they were big, bulky things that some of the kids had to wear on their chests
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/19/powerful-and-concurrent-trends-have-converged-to-turn-earbuds-into-hearing-aids/
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5 ways to maintain fitness in winter if you have a disability
By Georgina Moore: For Complete Post, Click Here...

With a new year comes new goals and keeping fit is often one of them. Maintaining fitness is important for your health and wellbeing, but can come with challenges if you’re
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/09/5-ways-to-maintain-fitness-in-winter-if-you-have-a-disability/
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Assistive Technology For Daily Living
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Looking for a device to assist with daily activities?Look no further! We have a selection of devices to try in our Lending Library. Contact us to learn more about what devices are available.Contact Us
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/04/assistive-technology-for-daily-living/
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Five Pro Tips for Flying With a Power Wheelchair
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You’ve seen the numbers and heard the horror stories. Reports from the Department of Transportation show that domestic airlines are still damaging or losing an average of 30 wheelchairs and scooters every day.   

Factor in other pot
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2023/01/03/five-pro-tips-for-flying-with-a-power-wheelchair/
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Designing for people with dyscalculia and low numeracy
By Jane McFayde: For Complete Post, Click Here...

Dyscalculia (Dis - Cal - Coo - Lia) is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers.

It makes it hard for someone to read, understand and work with numbers. It impacts the
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2022/12/17/designing-for-people-with-dyscalculia-and-low-numeracy/
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The 6 Best Smartphone Apps for Children With Autism
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The Google Play Store is flooded with apps for children to enjoy, but many are designed for entertainment and early learning. There is an underserved population of children, though, that has another set of needs: children with autism.

For the
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2022/12/16/the-6-best-smartphone-apps-for-children-with-autism/
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Active Hands Company: Products for reduced hand function
Active Hands make gripping aids that gently, yet firmly hold your hand into a gripping shape enabling you to hold tightly onto objects from hammers to garden tools; gym equipment to drumsticks; ski-outriggers to boat tillers; adaptive bike handles to musical instruments; and many more. Our 
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2022/12/16/active-hands-company-products-for-reduced-hand-function/
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tive – The World at Your Fingertips
By Marc Hagen: For Complete Post, Click Here...

tive is

Connective

Supportive

Positive

Active

Interactive

The World at Your Fingertips.

tive brings opportunity, connectivity, accessibility, and community to the fingertips of all d/Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Americans.

Connect

In
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2022/12/01/tive-the-world-at-your-fingertips/
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With Training, People in Mind-Controlled Wheelchairs Can Navigate Normal, Cluttered Spaces
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Summary: New brain-machine interface technology allows those who are immobile to control their wheelchairs
https://disabilitycosmos.blog/2022/11/22/with-training-people-in-mind-controlled-wheelchairs-can-navigate-normal-cluttered-spaces/
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