Section — 238 stories
Special Needs
We love it when designers and brands think of using their products and helping make life easier for users with special needs. We cover stories of products specifically created to be more inclusive and aid those that need a little extra help.
World’s First AR Glasses that correct Partial Retinal Blindness: Hands-on with Eyecane AR at MWC 2024
Is Your Elderly Dog Facing Issues While Walking? This Walking Aid Was Designed For You
MedEasy: A Medicine Box That Reminds The Elderly Of Their Dosages
Segway-style, motion-activated ‘standing’ wheelchair helps users confidently navigate life
A Music Instrument for the Hearing Impaired: This Synth uses Tactile and Color Cues Instead of Sound
This Korean institute’s robotic wheelchair can let the user stand up and climb stairs at will
This beautiful adjustable side table was made for accessibility and uses reclaimed wood
Affordable 3D-printed Bionic Prosthetic declared Luminary Winner at the 2023 Red Dot Award: Design Concept
This keyboard-like device uses visually impaired person’s sense of touch to deliver smartphone features
This Wearable Helps Visually Impaired People Make And Receive Online Payments
Sony launches PlayStation 5 Access Controller with highly customizable design for gamers with disabilities
This ‘Trackpad For Your Mouth’ lets people with limited mobility use their tongues to control cursors
Walking aid for the elderly comes with a box for carrying their furry friends
This hearing aid’s sleek redesign turns the medical device into a fashion wearable
Self-wearing shoe concept automatically opens and closes thanks to a clever low-tech shape memory alloy spring
