Resource Bank on Mobile Apps

See AI

Seeing AI is an artificial intelligence application developed by Microsoft for iOS. Seeing AI uses the device camera to identify people and objects, and then the app audibly describes those objects for people with vision disabilities.

Access Inspector

Access Inspector is the world’s first friendly built environment assessment tool usable by a wide range of users. Access Inspector is comprised of checklists for assessing more than 40 common architectural elements that contribute to create universally designed and accessible environments, such as: access routes, kerb ramps, entrances, doors, corridors, ramps, toilets, elevators, signage, etc. Download App The… Continue reading

Access Houston Airports

George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport have rolled out Access Houston Airport Mobile App aimed at enhancing the airport experience for children with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. The app is free to download, and available through the App Store and Google Play.

Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes was created to help people who are blind or low-vision. The app is made up of a global community of people with vision disabilities and sighted volunteers.

Through a live video call, volunteers supply users who are blind with visual assistance for tasks ranging from matching colors, to checking if the lights are on, to preparing dinner.

Proloquo2Go

Proloquo2Go is an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) assistive technology tool that can help children dealing with a range of speech challenges better communicate and express their needs.

Proloquo2Go provides images and symbols to depict common emotions, requests, and responses.

SoundingBoard

A free augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) app available for download in the iTunes store. This app includes pre-loaded communication boards.