Sylvia If you’re like me and value simplicity in the kitchen, a 4 in 1 adjustable measuring cup with adjustable base will probably become one of your favorite tools. From cooking family meals to prepping recipes that require exact portions, there’s always a measuring cup within reach on my counter. For those who are blind or … Read more
Understanding The Real Differences For Low-Vision Users When I first started comparing telescopic glasses vs smart glasses, I quickly realized they serve completely different purposes for people with low vision. Telescopic glasses and smart glasses both promise new ways to help us stay independent, but from my own experience, they offer very different tools for … Read more
If you live with low vision, you already know how something as simple as finding or plugging in a cord can turn into a challenge. Outlets hide behind furniture, cords tangle underfoot, and identical black plugs all seem to look—and feel—the same. Power cords for low vision individuals should become an integral part of your … Read more
From milk jug spouts to bottle pumps — that promised to make pouring easier, but the results weren’t what I expected I discovered milk jug spouts and bottle pumps after reading several conversations in low vision Facebook groups discussing pouring aids for low vision. I hadn’t been aware of these gadgets before, but they sounded … Read more
Meta Ray-Ban Display vs Envision — What Really Works for Low Vision Users Smart glasses aren’t just flashy gadgets. For people with vision loss, they can mean independence, confidence, and a new way of engaging with the world. Although I have limited vision, it’s important to me to use and preserve the sight I still … Read more
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
