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Gadgets That Really Change Life

Too often we think about gadgets like small devices made for us to have fun: mp3 players, cell phones, PDA's, music players. So we forget about the ones made to help people and really change their life.
This article is about the gadgets that improve people life and aren't so known as party and funny gadgets. I'm going to talk about the gadgets built for people with disabilities, devices that help this people to have a better life. The majority of these gadgets are made for the blinds so I will start with those.

Electronic eyes
This high-tech device recognizes the white stripes of a pedestrian crosswalk and reads traffic lights could tell a blind person when it's safe to cross the street. The electronic eyes are being developed at Kyoto Institute of Technology.

Braille PDA's and computers
The Braille Display allows blind users to use standard computers or PDA devices. The Braille gadgets use refreshable Braille displays, which raise small dots through holes in a flat surface to create Braille that refreshes as the user inputs commands. So a blind person will be able to play music, read books, take notes, making presentations or reviewing/editing documents.

PC with a screen reader
Screen readers access information displayed on computer monitors and interpret that information via text-to-speech output. This software must be used along with text to speech synthesizers to allow the blinds to use the computer easy.IBM offers Home Page Reader, special software to read and navigate Web pages for those who are blind.

Cell phone with Talks software
Talks software was created by Cingular Wireless. With it a blind person will have full access to the capabilities of the cell phone using only his voice.

Other usual gadgets for blinds are: Braille and talking clocks, Braille color-identification labels for clothing, tactile writing and signature guides, talking calculators and magnifiers.

For deaf persons there are several helpful gadgets which I will tell you about.
Portable amplifiers
These are small devices that can be easily carried and they are used to provide increased sound amplification.

Telecommunication devices
The telecommunication devices for deaf have typewriter keyboards, and the typed conversation appears either in a readout display or on paper.

Telecaption Adapters
The adapter is attached to television set. These enable viewers to read captions on their television screen.

Alerting gadgets
Now a deaf person can know when someone knocks at the door, when the baby is crying or the telephone is ringing. All these are possible because of the alerting systems. An alerting system for deaf will send a signal if: the baby is crying, the doorbell rings, telephone rings, the smoke alarm systems is on, the security alarms or the wake up alarm was started. The signal may be visual (a flashing light); auditory (an increase in amplification); or vibrotactile.

For the ones without hands or fingers there are some new gadgets designed to improve their life.

X-Finger
X-Finger is medical gadget replaces lost fingers created by Dan Didrick. X-Finger is a non-robotic prosthetic finger, or set of multiple fingers, with a full range of motion, including being able to curl like normal fingers.

The Bionic Hand
The Bionic Hand was created by David Gow. It is unique because thumb and fingers can move and grip just like a human hand and it is unique because it is uses patients mind and muscles control the movements.

So when you hear the word gadgets don't think only to a device to have fun with, think about devices that improve people life, especially the ones with disabilities.

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Telephone Ringer Amplifier Flasher $55.65 Geemarc Amplicall 10 Telephone ring amplifier. Extra loud ringer (up to 95dB) with adjustable volume. Tone control (high/medium/low). Camera flash ring indicator. Optional shaker. 4 alarm options: light+alarm/light+shaker/alarm+s

RJ11 Socket Loud Telephone Ring Speaker Ringtone Amplifier $6 Features:Wonderful Ringtone AmplifierOFF/on switch of the RJ11 Ringtone Amplifier for ringer soundTo increase the volume of telephone ring in noisy placesThe Telephone Amplifier to help the hearing-impaired to recognize ring comingThe lamp flasher is offered to avoid the ring noise in a quiet environment2 RJ11 SocketNeed another adapter for UK buyers or othersInstallation:Please connect the c/o line plug with ringer's jackThe ringer's plug connect with telephoneOFF/on switch

Sonic Bomb Telephone Ringer Amplifier & Flasher. Each $37.61 Manufacturer: Sonic Bomb. Each. Geemarc Amplicall 10 Telephone ring amplifier Extra loud ringer (up to 95dB) with adjustable volume Tone control (high/medium/low) Camera flash ring indicator Optional shaker (not included) 4 alarm options: light+alarm/ligh

Grey Loud Telephone Ring Amplifier RJ11 Ringer $5.9 Description:Need another adapter for UK buyers or othersThis portable Telephone Ringer goes between your telephone set and the wall phone line to boost the volume of the ring.The RJ11 Telephone Ringer wonders in pronouncing incoming calls particularly in noisy places.It helps the hearing-impaired, the heavy sleepers, and people who love wandering far from their phones.Connect it the telephone line, no other electrical power is needed.2 RJ11 SocketThe Lound Telephone Ringer can give out clear and loud sound and it can be used in the noisy places.Volume: 75dBSize: 9.3cm long ( at the longest ), 5.6cm wide ( at the widest ), 2.7cm thick. ( at the thickest ).Weight: 41g.Installation:Please connect the c/o line plug with ringer's jack.The Grey Ringer's plug connect with telephone.

Telephone Ring Speaker Amplifier Surge Protector with 2 RJ11 Sockets $4.99 Description:This mini Ring Amplifier with 2 RJ11 Socket is elegant in style and has a good and stable performance.RJ11 Ring Amplifier can boost the volume of the ring, giving out clear and loud sound and you will not miss any incoming call.Applicable in all kinds of surroundings, especially in flourishing, bustling and noisy public places.Great for hearing Disabled and impaired.Easy to install, just connect the c/o line plug with ringer's jack, The ringer's plug connect with telephone.No need of extra power, Telephone Ring Amplifier can also connect extension telephone with bulit in surge protective circuit.Size: L7.2 x W6.1 x H2.5cmWeight: 44g.Attention: Need another adapter for UK buyers or othersPackage content:1 x Surge Protector Ring Amplifier

Mini Pink RJ11 Socket Loud Telephone Speaker Ringtone Amplifier Loudspeaker $7 Features:Loud speaker Telephone Ringtone AmplifierOFF/ON switch of the RJ11 Ring Amplifier for ring soundTo increase the volume of telephone ring in noisy placesThe Telephone Amplifier to help the hearing-impaired to recognize ring comingThe lamp flasher is offered to avoid the ring noise in a quiet environmentVolume: 75dB2 x R11 SocketsSize: 9.7 x 5.7 x 2.6cmWeight: 43.7gInstallation:Please connect the c/o line plug with ringer's jackThe ringer's plug connect with telephoneOFF/on switchPackage content:1 x Pink Telephone Loudspeaker

Ringer Amplifier $21.2 - Krown ringer amplifier- LED indicator for ringer- Ringer hi/low switch- Loud ring sound- To install: connect the telephone line to unit's telephone line jack, connect your telephone set to the unit's telephone jack- 1 Year manufacturer's warranty- Box d

Plantronics T10H Telephone Amplifier $88.99 Keypad Redial Flash Mute buttons Single-line telephone amplifier Adjustable volume and tone control Quick Disconnect feature for added freedom Dialing Modes: Pulse, tone Plantronics Plantronics, Inc T10H T10H Telephone Amplifier Telephone Amplifier www.plantronics.com

Bogen TPU35B Telephone Paging Amplifier 35W $522.99 The Bogen TPU35B Paging Amplifier features 35 watts of power is wall mounted and provides inputs for a paging microphone music source external telephone ringer music mute trigger and more. The TPU35B amplifies background music and pages sent via telephone lines in any office setting retail space etc. A variable music mute function adjusts the mute level of background music during pages and the onboard Aphexr Aural Exciter feature improves tonal quality and enhances intelligibility of the pages. There is an onboard ALC limiting circuit that prevents overload and distortion due to excessive audio peaks. Separate microphone and music volume controls also provide flexible control over the audio mix. 35W amplifier. Choice of outputs include 16ohm 25VCT 25V 70V balanced or unbalanced. Choice of inputs include RCA or screwterminal Music Input balanced microphone input music mute trigger contact ring telephone ring and ground. Flat design for easy wall mounting. Comprehensive dial controls on the front panel. Music Mute variable level adjustment. Aphex Aural Exciter tonal enhancement feature. Maximum Amplifier Power: 35W. Frequency Response: 70Hz to 15kHz +/ 1dB. Hum and Noise: 70dB (From 20Hz to 20KHz). Distortion: Less Than 1 (80Hz to 15kHz). Music Mute Mic Balanced GND TEL Music In GND Contact Ring Tel RingRCA. Music and Bridging. Screw Terminals (Removable Panel). 16ohms 70V 25V 25VCT COM and GND.

Clarity CE225 Telephone Amplifier $13.99 Features Clarity Power technology Amplifies incoming sounds up to 28 decibels Compact, portable design is great for home use, office use or travel Connects easily between the handset and base of a corded telephone (Dial pad must be on the base) Battery CE225 CE225 Telephone Amplifier Clarity Telephone Amplifier www.clarityproducts.com

Telephone Amplifier $4.99 Convert your phone into an amplified phone in seconds for crystal-clear calls you can actually hear and understand! Simply connect amplifier between handset cord and base. On/off button, adjustable volume and low-battery indicator. Works with standard and electronic phones. Uses 2 AAA batteries (not included). 2 3/4"L x 2 3/4"W x 1"H.

ClearSounds IL95 Telephone Amplifier $29.73 1.33" x 3.87" x 2.50" 2 lb Best sound quality Easy Installation No need to replace your existing telephone Compact size designed for easy transport IL95 Telephone Amplifier Base Amplifier AC Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord User Manual Offers up to 30dB max gain with the slider controls Up to 40 dB Adjustable Amplification with Tone Control User-Friendly Controls ClearSounds IL95 Portable Telephone Amplifier makes it super simple and ultra-affordable to convert any corded landline phone into an amplified phone. It connects in seconds to give you UltraClear sound clarifying technology with adjustable amplification up to 40 dB and separate tone controls. With the touch of the devices boost button you increase the volume and eliminate background noise. AC Battery ClearSounds ClearSounds Communications IL95 IL95 Telephone Amplifier Telephone Amplifier www.clearsounds.com

Geemarc / Telephone Ringer Amplifier & Flasher / AmpliCALL10 $47.58 Geemarc - Telephone Ringer Amplifier & Flasher - AmpliCALL10

Plantronics / Plantronics T10H Telephone Amplifier / T10H $93.44 Plantronics - Plantronics T10H Telephone Amplifier - T10H

Geemarc / Telephone Amplifier w/ Booster Button / PAMP-40 $30.83 Geemarc - Telephone Amplifier w/ Booster Button - PAMP-40

VXI Corporation VXi 200929 Telephone Amplifier $65.2 VXI Corporation VXi 200929 Telephone Amplifier

VXI Corporation VXi 201498 Telephone Amplifier $65.2 VXI Corporation VXi 201498 Telephone Amplifier

VXI Corporation VXi Everon 201502 Telephone Amplifier $65.2 VXI Corporation VXi Everon 201502 Telephone Amplifier

Gemini Telephone Ringer Amplifier & Flasher AMPLICALL10 $46.62 Gemini Telephone Ringer Amplifier & Flasher AMPLICALL10

Geemarc PAMP-40 Telephone Amplifier $28.99 "Geemarc PAMP-40, The Geemarc PAMP-40 telephone amplifier with booster button and tone control is lightweight, portable and automatically detects the best frequency band for your phone, making it compatible with 99 of modern telephones. Incoming sounds are amplified up to 30dB (decibels) and the ""boost"" button adds another 10dB. PAMP-40 Features: Telephone Amplifier, Volume / Tone Control w/ Up To 40dB Gain, Booster Button, Automatic Detection Of Best Frequencies, 99 Compatible w/ Modern Telephones, Automatic ON/OFF Voice Detection w/ VOIP Phone Capability, Simple Connection, Light & Portable, Sleek Modern Design"

Clarity XL45 Amplifier Telephone $103.99 0.98" 1 1 Year Limited 2.52 lb 3.50" 54500.001 7" XL45 Amplifier Telephone Handset Base Unit Telephone Line Cord User Guide Mounting Bracket Handset Coil Cord DC Adapter The Clarity Professional XL45 corded Caller ID telephone, featuring Digital Clarity Power technology, improves conversation by making words not only louder, but also clearer and easier to understand. With up to 50 decibels of amplification, the XL45 is ideal for those with a severe hearing loss or low vision. Boost Cable Clarity Delete Button Flash Button Hands-free Hearing Aid Hold Button LCD Memory Button Menu Professional Professional XL45 Standard Phone Redial/Pause Speaker Speed Dial Standard Phone Volume Control XL45 Yes www.clarityproducts.com

Telephone Amplifier with Booster GMPAMP40 $37.62 Geemarc telephone amplifier Receiving volume control up to 30dB and up to 40 dB gain with amp;quot;boostamp;quot; volume button Receiving tone control: Bass 10dB max Treble 10dB max Automatically switches ON/OFF voice detection Light and portable Automatic detection of best frequencies band makes it compatible to 99 of modern telephones Sleek modern design Simple connectionGMPAMP40

GN GN 8050-TCA Telephone Amplifier $73.42 If you use a headset for both telephone and computer, GN Netcom has you covered, with the GN 8050-TCA. Not only does the GN 8050-TCA work with just about any phone with a modular connector, it also plugs right into any Sound Blaster-compatible PC and lets you switch between your phone and your computer with a single click. GN GN 8050-TCA GN 8050-TCA Telephone Amplifier GN Netcom A/S Telephone Amplifier www.gnnetcom.com

GN GN 8210 Telephone Amplifier $86.17 82102-05 Digital Signal Processor (DSP) technology throughout to provide a flexible customizable amplifier The best sound quality with the highest degrees of protection against acoustic exposure and shock The completely digital GN8210 utilizes Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology to enhance the incoming signal and to reduce background noise, thus improving the 'voice/noise' balance radically. GN8210 is equipped with inbound noise suppression, automatic volume control and personal customizing features giving the user the best individual sound quality with the highest degrees of protection against long-time noise exposure and acoustic shocks. GN GN 8210 GN 8210 Digital Telephone Amplifier GN Netcom A/S Telephone Amplifier www.gnnetcom.com

Telephone Amplifier w/ Booster Button $26.45 - Geemarc telephone amplifier- Receiving volume control up to 30dB and up to 40 dB gain with "boost" volume button- Receiving tone control: Bass -10dB max, Treble 10dB max- Automatically switches ON/OFF - voice detection- Light and portable- Automatic de

Plantronics Clarity Ameriphone HA40 Portable Telephone Handset Amplifier 01933000 $29.51 Plantronics Clarity Ameriphone HA40 Portable Telephone Handset Amplifier 01933000

GN Netcom GN 8210 DIGITAL TELEPHONE AMPLIFIER 8210205 $98.03 GN Netcom GN 8210 DIGITAL TELEPHONE AMPLIFIER 8210205

Dakota Alert Extra Loud Telephone Signaler. Each $19.77 Manufacturer: Dakota Alert. Each. Telephone ring amplifier Extra loud sound 95dB High/low volume control Super bright LED indicator Wall mounted no battery required Easy installation 10' Extension cable (included) Telephone splitter/adaptor (included) Cus

Plantronics T10H Single Line Telephone Amplifier Headset $123.32 Plantronics T10H SingleLine Headset Telephone amplifier. This is a standalone telephone with standard features such as redial flash and mute. The T10H Headset Telephone features a headset rather than a traditional telephone handset making it ideal for telephoneintensive SOHO applications. The T10H Headset Telephone connects to a standard telephone jack. Complete singleline telephone. Connects to existing telephone jacks. Cables included with Quick Disconnect for Hseries Headsets. Plantronics HSeries Headset not included. Adjustable volume control and tone control. Fully functional dialpad. Redial flash and mute buttons. Mute indicator light. Ringer sound adjustment. Online indicator and headset stand included. Singleline telephone amplifier. Quick Disconnect feature for added freedom. Dialing Modes: Pulse tone. Singleline telephone. Online indicator and headset stand included. Volume and tone control. Mute with indicator light. Flash and redial. On/off switch for ringer. Cables included with Quick Disconnect.

Clarity 54500.001 XL45 Amplifier Telephone $105.99 Body Color: White Caller ID: Yes Speakerphone: Yes Volume Control: Yes Additional Features: Phone Lines: 1 Buttons & Keys: Memory Button Menu Delete Button Flash Button Boost Hold Button Redial/Pause Keypad - Talk Package Contents: XL45 Amplifier Telephone Handset Base Unit Telephone Line Cord User Guide Mounting Bracket Handset Coil Cord DC Adapter Display: LCD - Backlit Connections: 1 x Sub-mini phone Headset 1 x Neckloop Jack Parts: 1 year limited

Clarity CE-225 Portable Telephone Amplifier $35.99 "Clarity CE-225 Product # 70225.000 Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The Clarity CE-225 Telephone Amplifier is a small portable amplifier featuring Clarity Power technology that makes calls not only louder, but also clearer and easier to understand. The Clarity CE-225 amplifies incoming sounds up to 28 decibels for your comfort in conversation. This model can be connected easily between the handset and base of a corded phone. The Clarity CE-225 is perfect for use in the home, office or during travel thanks to its compact and portable design. CE-225 Features: Portable In-Line Amplifier, Clarity Power Technology Makes Calls Louder & Clearer, Up To 28dB Of Amplification, Compact, Portable Design, Connects Inbetween Handset & Base of Corded Phones, Battery Powered (Requires 2 AAA Batteries)"

Clarity Portable Telephone Handset Amplifier $24.99 This portable handset amplifier uses Clarity Power technology to make phone conversations clearer, louder and easier to understand.

Clarity CE225 Portable Telephone Amplifier $21 Type: Headset Amplifier Features: Features Clarity Power technology Amplifies incoming sounds up to 28 decibels Compact, portable design is great for home use, office use or travel Connects easily between the handset and base of a corded telephone (Dial pad must be on the base) Battery Powered (Requires 2 AAA batteries) Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited

Telephone Projects for the Evil Genius $24.95 EVIL NEVER SOUNDED SO CLEAR. Listen up! Telephone Projects for the Evil Genius has everything you need to build and customize both wired and wireless phone gadgets that not only save you money, but also improve the quality of your life!. Using easy-to-find parts and tools for creating both retro and modern phone projects, this do-it-yourself guide begins with some background on the development of the landline phone and the cell. You'll review basic building techniques, such as installing components, building circuits, and soldering. Then you'll dive into the projects, which, while they range from easy to complex, are all designed to optimize your time and simplify your life! Telephone Projects for the Evil Genius: Features step-by-step instructions for 40 clever and practical phone projects, complete with 150 how-to illustrations; Shows you how to enhance both wire-connected phones and cell phones; Leaves room for you to customize your projects; Removes the frustration-factor-all the parts you need are listed, along with sources. From simple phone gadgets to sophisticated remote control devices, Telephone Projects for the Evil Genius provides you with all the schematics, charts, and tables you need to complete such fun projects as: Ringing phone light flasher; Telephone amplifier; Telephone ring-controlled relay; Remote telephone bell project; Touch tone generator; Phone voice scrambler; Caller ID decoder project; TeleAlert phone pager and control; Wireless remote phone ringer; Conferencer; And much more!

Serene Innovations UA30 Portable Telephone Amplifier $39.99 "Serene Innovations UA30 Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The Serene Innovations UA30 portable telephone amplifier is great for those who need amplification on the go. Its digital speech enhancement design automatically optimizes speech clarity for unmatched intelligibility. Designed for those with moderate hearing loss, it can be used almost anywhere. Equipped with a durable, yet flexible rubber strap, DSI portable telephone amplifier easily slips over most telephone handsets including public payphones. It will provide the user with amazing sound quality and clarity up to 30dB. Features: Portable Telephone Amplifier, Amplifies Sounds up to 40 Times (30 dB), Digital Speech Enhancement Design, Easily Straps onto Any Standard, Cordless or Pay-Phone Handset, Auto Energy Saving Design for Long Talk Time, Compact & Light Weight, Includes Batteries & Soft Carrying Pouch"