Choosing The Best Computer for Low Vision; Accessibility Does Matter

[@darleneprickett5988]

Thanks, this was helpful. Mom is 81, deaf, and now has MD. She’s very frustrated with her vision issues and she wants a Mac laptop. You’ve given me a good place to start.

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

@darleneprickett5988, thanks for watching and finding this video on the best computer for low-vision. Accessibility settings such as spoken content make the iMac and MacBook my computers of choice. I hope you find something that works for your mom. Stay safe, make it great day.

[@llazare]

Thanks for the video. I use dual monitors: a 32" repurposed TV monitor and a 43" LG computer monitor. I can't imagine life without my 43" monitor

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

@llazare good to hear form you. I have a quick question for you, how do you connect the TV to your computer: USBC or thunderbolt?

[@llazare]

@@LegallyBlindGeek, both my monitors are connected via HDMI. I use a Mac Mini with an external hub

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

Thanks.

[@Stephen-zx4uf]

Thanks for sharing these tips! I find that the 34” curved monitors improve endurance for work.

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

I am glad you found these tips helpful.

[@cdomenicci]

Thanks for the advices 😊

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

Good to hear from you.

[@ECHO15charlie]

I enjoy your content.You give genuine responses.

[@georgestokes5116]

my compier came from dell the va gave it to me also i have xzootex

[@adrianacorrea6082]

Thank you for all your recommendations! My mum is 82 with macular degeneration. She has used a Windows computer so it would be hard at that age to switch to Apple. Her desktop computer is now old so I’m trying to find a Windows desktop computer that will help her. Would you have a list of the specs to look for to buy such computer? Thanks 🙏🏻

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

A large 4K or better Monitor makes all the difference select the monitor. Your space will allow , a desktop usually our is the best choice.

[@johnsaenz8488]

I use a MacBook Pro and use an app named Vivid which doubles the brightness of the display. Really helps me! 🙂

[@malkahmollie]

This is so helpful thank you!

[@racheliselin750]

Thanks . I recently lost one eye and losing my vision the other eye. I am looking into buying some tech purchases that will help me. I'm

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

@racheliselin750, sorry to hear about your eye loss. There are many high and low tech devices that might help you overcome low vision challenges. Hand held magnifiers are a good place to start. These types of low-vision devices are generally a low cost option. Be well, make it a great day and let me know how I might help. Thanks for watching the Legally Blind Geek.

[@larrytestut4655]

I think a larger display is helpful for someone who is legally blind like myself. I do better with a larger display.

[@LegallyBlindGeek]

@larrytestut4655, What display do you like, do you have a favorite display?

[@larrytestut4655]

@@LegallyBlindGeek I don’t, but I use one when I go to the library where I live

[@JimSilverthorn-v2b]

❤james