Wednesday, October 29, 2008

AbleNet's Impulse™ Bluetooth(R) Technology Access For Computers For People With Significant Physical Limitations

from Medical News Today:

AbleNet announces the release of the innovative new Impulse™ Bluetooth® Technology Access product. Impulse is specifically designed for persons with significant physical limitations, allowing them to use any muscle surface (face, jaw, neck, arm, leg, etc.) to control their computer. This device is particularly applicable for persons with degenerative conditions such as ALS, MS and MDA; as well as anyone with physical limitations or paralysis.

"This product leapfrogs anything in the market in terms of flexibility, usability, safety and price," said AbleNet CEO Jen Thalhuber. "Computer access unencumbered by wires and visual limitations is now possible for persons with the most severe physical limitations, as long as they have even faint muscle control somewhere on their body."

"Impulse offers consistent, wireless computer access capability for users who may be using complementary tools including eye-tracking technology," continued Thalhuber. "We expect the price point will be very appealing, especially when coupled with the flexibility and usability improvements. Impulse also has the stylish technology design of a Bluetooth headset, giving the user the same look and comfort other consumers demand and receive."

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