Alternative Computer Access
A computer access device designed for use by individuals with severe physical or upper extremity disabilities. Connects to to other alternative computer access devices like the HeadMouse Extreme or the Swifty, and transmits their signals to the computers wirelessly.
Market Price Estimate: $150
Manufacturer: Origin Instruments
A microphone that allows users to operate the computer using voice commands. Compatible with Windows XP and higher.
Market Price Estimate: $300
Manufacturer: InSync
A Morse-code interface for a computer designed to provide mouthstick access for individual speakers with upper extremity disabilities. Also has audio feedback through a built-in , making it usable by persons who are blind or have low vision. Device plugs into a computer's USB port and serves as the keyboard.
Market Price Estimate: $600
Manufacturer: WesTest Engineering
An eye-operated communication and control device designed for users with physical, cognitive, and dexterity disabilities. Users make selections by looking at keys displayed on the screen for a fraction of a second (eye gaze). The camera mounted under the screen takes pictures of the user’s eye, and the processor interprets where the user is looking. Can be used with computers and communication devices.
Market Price Estimate: $8,500-$10,500
Manufacturer: LC Technologies
Provides access to the computer via head movements. Device is attached to the top of the computer and tracks the movement of a small, disposable target that is placed on the user's forehead or glasses. Can be used with most desktops, laptops, and communication devices.
Market Price Estimate: $1,000
Manufacturer: Origin Instruments
Provides full mouse control of computers or communication devices through head or body movements and voice commands. Cursor sensor can be positioned anywhere on the body. Comes with built-in microphone that processes and interprets voice commands. Compatible with most computers and communication devices.
Market Price Estimate: $800
Manufacturer: LaZee Tech
A switch interface designed to provide mouse or keyboard access for people with severe physical, neurological, or upper extremity disabilities or spinal cord injury. Switches can be attached to the device that signal to the computer mouse clicks, joystick button actions, or keyboard functions. Compatible with computers and communication devices.
Market Price Estimate: $100
Manufacturer: Origin Instruments
A peripheral eye tracker that enhances computer accessibility through eye gaze interaction.
Market Price Estimate:$1249
Manufacturer: Tobii
A head tracker that allows the user to control their computer through both head movements and voice command.
Market Price Estimate: $99-450
Manufacturer: Vortant Technologies
