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Trying to work out which optical magnifier is for you?
Choosing the right one requires careful consideration of your visual requirements, ocular condition and lifestyle.
Schweizer offers a comprehensive range of over 250 optical magnifiers, with each option designed to...
ALT Four SCHWEIZER handheld magnifiers in different shapes and sizes, featuring round and rectangular lenses, ergonomic handles and adjustable magnification, arranged on a light-coloured tabletop.
...address specific visual needs and viewing requirements. Schweizer’s range includes:
Magnification/Dioptre level
Light temperature
Lens size
Hand, stand or pocket magnifier
Battery or Rechargeable option...
...Our latest blog takes a closer look: lowvisionshop.co.uk/blog/sch…
And our comprehensive brochure can be downloaded here: indd.adobe.com/view/e2a3ba8f…
As the weather turns, some people may feel a little less confident about getting out and about, making it a great excuse to pop over to theirs for a cuppa, put on a favourite film, or simply spend some time having a good chat.
A little company makes all the difference.
ALT A photo of as candle in the window, it's raining outside.
Congratulations to our good friend Brandon Hulcoop, CEO of All Things Dotty, winner of The Pride of Britain Award!
All Things Dotty creates Braille menus, greetings cards, board games, card games, colouring books and more...
Learn more: mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/bl…
...We look forward to congratulating him in-person at our VisionZone South West event next Thursday in Exeter.
More info about VisionZone: facebook.com/events/s/vision… #VisuallyImpaired #AssistiveTechnology #PartiallySighted #SightLoss #Blind
Rediscover the joy of reading with the Smart Reader HD!
This lightweight reader/scanner reads books, magazines, and newspapers aloud with premium audio quality, over 20 languages, and natural voices.
Learn more here: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electron…
ALT A person’s hand holding the Smart Reader HD.
We love advanced tech, but sometimes you just can’t beat a simple solution!
This fun, short video from @blindonthemove goes through cheap, effective, often ingenious tools that help people with low or no vision in everyday life.
Watch it here: youtube.com/shorts/BAhOre3wt…
Great to see audio bus displays making a difference to accessible travel in Northamptonshire!
Hugh Spence, who works for @nab_northants, said that usually, while waiting for the bus, he would have to keep his arm out for up to 10 minutes, then ask the driver or another...
...traveller what number it was. But after testing the system, which included buttons with braille and spoken information, he said it just "worked" and that he felt people had been "listened to".
Read more here: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm4g…
Fantastic video from @Henshaws, looking at how far our technology has come over the last 20 years.
Two products, both cutting-edge technologies when they were released, two decades apart 🧐
Watch it here: youtube.com/watch?v=JAFNrSHd…
We love doing free home demos, as we get to visit some amazing people and hear some amazing stories along the way.
It's a perk of our team always being on the road, and the same is true of our VisionZone events - you never quite know who will come along...
ALT An elderly couple smiling in the doorway of their home. The woman stands in front using a walking frame, while the man stands behind her. Both wear glasses and knitted clothing, with an open black front door and red brick wall framing the entrance.
...It's a privilege to be part of a visually impaired community and the wider community of support services. It's a group that's full of positivity and hope for the future.
In that spirit, tomorrow, during World Mental Health Day, we encourage you to reach out to someone and...
“Lego is much more than a hobby for me – it keeps me moving forward. I’m always trying new things and pushing myself, and it is actually a really practical, tactile, activity for someone with sight loss.”
Congratulations to Mr Lego, Stewart Lamb Cromar, on having his...
...Highland cow concept turned into an official @LEGO_Group model. Stewart, who is partially sighted due to a retinal tear, was chosen as the Lego Ideas Rebuilding Outdoor Adventures 2026 winner after a public vote.
Read more: aop.org.uk/ot/news/2026/09/1…
Perfect integration.
The ONYX PRO connects to your Microsoft Surface Pro 7 to magnify printed text or read it aloud.
Learn more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electron…
ALT A person using the ONYX PRO to magnify the text of a book.
Thanks to The Town Crier for spreading the word about VisionZone Farnham earlier this week!
Don't worry if you missed it. We've got plenty of events scheduled for the rest of October.
See our full schedule here: facebook.com/OptelecUK/event…
One of the most common questions we get asked is: Which magnifier is right for me?
The reality is, the best device depends on your needs and your daily life. And matching your tools to your routine helps you stay independent.
Pocket-sized handheld...
ALT The Compact 8 magnifier enlarging a page of a magazine. There is also a glass of wine and a cheese board on the table.
...magnifiers are lightweight, slip easily into a bag or pocket, and let you check menus, price tags, and timetables while on the move.
Desktop video magnifiers offer large, stable screens and smooth XY tables, making them ideal for long reading...
ALT A woman viewing a magnified family photo using the Acrobat Ultra HD.
