Using a Smartphone for Emergency Calls
A few of our clients want to be able to use a smartphone to call for assistance if needed during the night. Voice dialling is available...
SpecialEffect: Video Games for People with Disability
"Our mission is to enable anyone, whatever their physical disability, to enjoy video games, leisure technology and communication. But...
Newsletter: December 2014
Ability has been active in the Hunter NDIS pilot program since its inception in 2013. Like many in our sector, we share high expectations...
Newsletter: August 2014
We owe Apple a lot. The iPad, introduced in 2010, has transformed the computer industry. These light, easy to use devices with long...
Newsletter: March 2014
Tablets began as an adjunct to computers; now, for many people, they have replaced computers. Nowhere is this trend more obvious than in...
Newsletter: December 2013
People with disabilities in rural and regional areas have long missed out on specialised assistive technology services. In-person visits...
Newsletter: August 2013
After months of hard work, we have been pleased to announce the release of the AbilityHouse web site. The project was funded by the...
Newsletter: April 2013
It would be fair to say that Windows 8 has met with a mixed reaction in the community. The reaction in the disability community has also...
Newsletter: September 2012
There was a lot of discussion at ARATA in Sydney (August 22- 24) about the NDIS and the need to emphasise the importance of assistive...
Newsletter: May 2012
The iPad dominates the tablet market, but Android tablets are catching up. How do they compare? For people with a disability, there are...
