Your Guide to Thriving with Low Vision—From Someone Who’s Been There.
Sylvia 
First published November 2024 — Updated for 2025 When I first wrote this article, I was caught up in the excitement of new technology. Every headline seemed to promise another breakthrough for people with vision loss, and I wanted to capture that energy. A year later, I can look back with clearer eyes. Some of … Read more
The Safe Mandoline Slicer That Builds Kitchen Confidence I’ll admit it — I love my mandoline slicer. It’s quick, gives me even slices, and makes meal prep so much easier. But if you’ve ever used one, you know the risk: exposed blades. Even with the guard or glove, it only takes a slip for dinner … Read more
From coffee makers to “the good ice,” here’s how to add voice control and smart tech to your daily routine—plus where to shop for them. Why Smart Small Appliances Matter If you’ve already seen how a voice-controlled oven or microwave can change your kitchen routine, it’s easy to imagine the same convenience trickling down to … Read more
Simple tools, different strengths — finding the right magnifier for the right moment. If you’ve ever struggled with small print on a label, squinted at a restaurant menu, or held a receipt up to the light hoping it would come into focus, you already know how frustrating it can be to see the fine details. … Read more
What I’ve learned from using a voice-controlled microwave and oven in my own kitchen A few days ago in a low vision group, someone asked about our favorite AI-powered or smart devices. I mentioned that I use a voice-controlled microwave and a voice-controlled oven. To my surprise, I received several replies asking for more information … Read more
The Problem Outlets tucked behind couches, desks, or nightstands are a pain to reach for just about anyone. But for those of us with low vision, it’s even more difficult. Even outlets that aren’t hidden by furniture can be tricky when you’re trying to line up a plug without clear visual cues. The Solution This … Read more
A simple voice trick that saves me time and stress The Problem Like most people, I sometimes forget where I’ve put my iPhone. For someone with vision loss, that can turn into a real scavenger hunt — checking countertops, couches, tables, and even under stacks of mail. An iPhone responding to “Hey Siri, where are … Read more