Originally Posted By AutoPost This topic is for Discussion of <a href="http://www.laughingplace.com/News-ID10041080.asp" target="_blank"><b>Latest: Disney’s Innovative Technology for Visually Impaired Guests Earns National Award</b></a> <p>Walt Disney Parks and Resorts first-of-its-kind technology developed for visitors with disabilities has received another national accolade. The Assistive Handheld Technology Device for visually and hearing impaired guests earned the American Foundation for the Blind’s prestigious Access Award.</p>
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I hope we will share in appreciation for this award given to Disney on this day of Oscar Awards. Congratulations
Originally Posted By FerretAfros These really are neat devices. I got to use one several years ago at TDS, in the Magic Lamp Theater show. One additional benefit that they have that wasn't discussed in the article is that they can be used to translate the attraction into another language. They're conveniently sized (a little bigger than an iPhone), and can really add to the experience. I'm glad that Disney is getting recognized for these, since they really do seem to be the next step for the industry.
