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Zoomax » Assistive Technology
11M ago
The eyesight situation of people with visually impaired can demonstrate in a variety of ways. However, to fit different eye conditions and meet multiple needs. Among several types of visually impaired aids, Zoomax Snow 12 has a certain reputation on the market. It’s a portable electronic video magnifier with powerful functions and can be used on a foldable stand. Many people choose it as it provides satisfying use to meet users’ demands, and people use Snow 12 in different places for their own purposes. In this read, we interviewed some of the users to figure out where the best place to use Z ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
Vision loss affects people of all ages. According to the WHO, about 2.2 billion people worldwide suffer from near or distant vision impairment. Thankfully, the development of assistive technologies has caught up and the low-vision community’s day-to-day needs are being adequately met by various kinds of low-vision assistive equipment. The following is a list of the top 5 most recent assistive technologies that have been developed to improve the well-being of the blind and visually impaired, as well as the prospective utilization of examples of these applications or devices in the everyday liv ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
Low vision E-glasses, namely wearable or headsets low vision eyewear assist the visually impaired to live a normal life by improving their visual performance and enriching their daily experiences. Low vision E-glasses are widely used for patients with varied eye conditions diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration AMD, retinitis pigmentosa, myopic macular, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, etc.
AR and VR: Hands-Free Tech for Visually Impaired
Both virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) low-vision eyeglasses use the built-in camera to collect images from the outsi ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
Our vision is extremely important to us. What would the world feel like without sight? That is why we go to the doctor when we are little to check whether our sight is working. Some of us lucky ones have 20/20 vision. But if you are only able to see at 20/200 or lower, even with corrective lenses, you can be diagnosed as legally blind. But there have been significant advancements in visual aids-related technology of late.
What does it mean to have a 20/ 200 vision?
We begin with an interesting fact. By 2050 an estimated 2 million people will be blind. A legally blind person has a visual acui ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
As medical-grade devices, low vision aids can enhance individuals remaining eyesight and compensate for visual impairment. Magnification aids, such as optical devices or electronic magnifiers, are commonly used to meet visually impaired people’s needs. This article introduces different types of low-vision aids and how to choose the right low-vision aids for reading needs.
Reading Devices for Persons with Visual Impairments
Low vision aids are tools made to make it easier for visually impaired people to read and see things. Magnification aids, such as electric video magnifiers, handheld, an ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
Do you know Zoomax Snow 12? Many people search for ZOOMAX or ZOOMAX SNOW 12 on Google. Do you know why? -- Snow 12 is one of the most popular low-vision portable video magnifiers on the market and has devoted followers all over the world.
Snow 12
Zoomax Snow 12, the best large-screen video magnifier
As assistive technology designed for visually impaired or legally blind individuals, Zoomax Snow 12 is desirable, intuitive, and user-friendly. People with low eyesight are aware of Snow 12’s advantages in a variety of ways, and recognize its value through communicating with each other. We talked ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
1y ago
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have been incorporated into a variety of different fields -- you’re able to choose between a variety of advanced VR or AR low-vision electronic glasses (E-glasses) in a low-vision store. So, how do these two technologies differ? And how are they being applied for low vision aids?
VR TechnologySmart Electronic glasses (E-glasses) Vs. Bioptic glasses
What’s low vision electronic glasses (E-glasses)? Low vision electronic glasses (E-glasses) are good choices for those who want to free their hands and do outdoor physical activities. The use of smart ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
3y ago
What is a Electronic Magnifier/Video Magnifier?
A video magnifier, also called electronic/digital magnifier, is an electronic reading aid for people with severe visual impairment who cannot be helped using ordinary magnifying glass.
How Many Kinds of Electronic Video Magnifier? Handheld
Handheld video magnifier M5 HD Plus
The handheld type electronic magnifier is the magnifier designed to fit in one’s hand. In general, they are light with basic functions as a compact viewer.
There are also some handheld devices with larger screens that are equipped with advanced functions, like OCR.
Portable ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
4y ago
We are thrilled to announce that the in-app purchases fee (US $1.99) is now removed from Zoomax app for both iOS and Android, allowing users to access the full feature set for free to support low vision community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Zoomax app is a magnifier app for people with visual impairment. It works with the device’s built-in and camera, and offers users the ability to zoom in the reading materials. The Pro version enables you to:
Read in 6 high contrast color combinations
Adjust the intensity of image in contrasts
Store & view photos
Open photo gallery
Watch the vide ..read more
Zoomax » Assistive Technology
4y ago
What’s the most important things to consider when choosing electronic glasses for the visually impaired?
Augmented Reality (AR) technology has been positively impacting many cutting cutting-edge fields around the world, including wearable assistive technology for people who are visually impaired. While many solutions for people with visual impairments remain quite expensive, the benefits to independence and productivity are significant.
While there is awareness about traditional solutions for low vision such as optical magnifiers and electronic video magnifiers, the same is not true for the e ..read more