Technology
A Japanese developer created an iBook to teach people Japanese and American Sign Language. You can purchase it today on iPad and Mac computers.
New iBook Teaches Japanese and American Sign Language
The DeafBlind community has gained long sought-after independence and can now call to their hearts content. The first ever VRSdb call was made through Texas-based CAAG. DHN has exclusive footage of one of their beta testers.
EXCLUSIVE: First Ever DeafBlind VRS Call Enters Beta Stages Through CAAG
Two Gallaudet University professors have made the first ever ASL videobook. We talked with the co-editors about what inspired them and one Deaf student who says this option is a benefit.
The First Ever ASL TextVideoBook Empowers Deaf Students Learning
You've likely seen one of those YouTube videos of "Deaf people hearing for the first time" when their Cochlear implants are activated. We spoke with two women who said it was a lot more work then just turning it on, but they wouldn't change a thing!
Hearing Isn't As Easy As It Looks -- What Happens After Cochlear Implants
Convo Relay just announced their newest features for Convo Mobile: the Deaf Ecosystem Directory. DHN takes a first look at what you can do with the features and what it includes.
First Deaf-Owned Business Directory Is Launched By Convo - Here's A First Look
UbiDuo Replaces Interpreters, Company Claims -- ASL Community Disagrees
sComm, a technology company, developed UbiDuo to break down communication barriers. The Face to Face communicator works like an instant messenger. For some in the Deaf community, it's no substitute for an ASL interpreter and they feel the company's promotion is misleading hearing companies.
Editors Note: After publishing this story it was brought to our attention that the anchor appeared to be saying the majority of deaf people use ASL and prefer an ASL interpreter. It was intended to mean that the majority of Deaf ASL users prefer an ASL interpreter. Statistically speaking the majority of people who are deaf do not use ASL.
These days more and more kids are becoming tech savvy. At the Museum of Design Atlanta kids as young as 8 can take 3D printing classes. They're building robots for fun and getting a confidence boost.
You'll Never Guess What 8-Year-Olds Are Making In Atlanta
It's been years since we saw new products from Apple. Well now they are at it again with the new Apple watch, set to release this month. Check out what benefits and drawbacks it'll have on the Deaf community.
See How the Apple Watch Benefits the Deaf Community
Wells Fargo announced the three companies entering its spring accelerator program. Motion Savvy was one of the three and is working towards furthering the development of their ASL-to-English tablet. The first meeting with Wells Fargo proved just how necessary the company is.
Tech Company Is Chosen For Accelerator Program -- How A Meeting Without Interpreters Proved Their Need