Sensory and/or Physical Needs
Big Keys Keyboards
We use a range of different keyboards from extra large to small and wireless. Big Keys keyboards come in lower and uppercase and high visibility colour schemes, and can be a useful accommodation for those with visual impairment or limited motor control.
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Switches
We use a range of Switches in various shapes and sizes to aid computer access. These include but are not limited to;
Adapted mice
We use a range of adapted mice to aid computer access. These include but are not limited to;
Touchguides and Touchguards
CENMAC can provide touchguides and touchguards for young people with limited dexterity to improve accuracy of touch-enabled screens.
Joystick Mouse and Trackerballs
Control the mouse on screen via a joy stick and use buttons to left, right click and a latching drag lock button. We use an extensive range of joy stick controls or trackerballs:
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Microphones
CENMAC can provide various microphones, including desk-standing, bluetooth, lapel and directional microphones. These can be used to assist students who access e-learning and dictation.
Crick Boxes are switch interfaces that allow users to control software and exterior hardware via generic switches.
PowerLinks enable users to control exterior hardware such as electrical appliances with generic switches, promoting independence and ensuring real-world activities are more accessible.
iClicks
iClicks are switch interfaces that allow general switches to integrate with apps on electrical devices such as iPads.
Eyegaze
CENMAC can trial and provide various forms of eyegaze from SmartBox, Irisbond, Alea and Tobii Dynavox. Eyegaze can be used as an access method to allow users to use their eyes to control a cursor.
Eye gaze technology by Smartbox
Hiru, the first multiplatform eye-tracker | IRISBOND
A reliable and accurate, hands-free mouse alternative that allows complete control of a computer by naturally moving the head.
CENMAC can trial and provide a number of specialised cameras for users who use eyegaze/facial recognition technology.
The Prodigi Connect 12 is a powerful tool for low-vision users. It combines a high-performance digital magnifier with the versatility of a tablet, allows ease of use and integrated access to newspapers or magazines from online libraries and can be used at home, at work, in education or on the go.
The RNIB PenFriend3 allows the user to use their voice to record labels for a range of items around your home, at school or at work. The RNIB PenFriend 3 is easy to use and can store up to 250 hours of recordings.
A portable, pocket sixed device which reads text out loud in English, French and Spanish. It has a Dictionary function as well as a voice recorder and can scan text straight into a word document via USB cable.
AVI robot is a distance learning avatar that makes it possible for children and young adults with long-term illness to take part at school via an app on their phone or tablet.
Tailored for students in the classroom facing reading and learning challenges, including Dyslexia and ADHD.
It offers interactive and personalized AI support, reads text out loud for improved accessibility, and assists with reading fluency and accuracy, translation from English, dictionary usage, and comprehension.
A new approach to classroom technology, designing its visualisers as versatile, lightweight, and easy-to-use tools.
These tools, together with IPEVO software applications, enable educators and professionals to co-create, teach, and work remotely in a more intuitive, efficient, and convenient manner.
The HumanWare Connect 12 is a portable digital magnifier and tablet with a 12-inch HD screen, 40x zoom, OCR in 58 languages, and smart features that support reading, studying, and everyday tasks for low-vision users.
A standalone reading device which does not require a computer or mobile app. It features built-in Wi-Fi for online language packs and Bluetooth for wireless earbuds, so students can read, listen, translate, and take notes.
Ray-Ban Meta Smart glasses have AI-powered assistive features, helping visually impaired users navigate daily life as well as supporting students with severe reading challenges such as dyslexia. They offer voice commands, object recognition, and text reading, and hands-free accessibility while looking like regular eyewear.