Optelec UK

Naples’ famous Sansevero Chapel has launched a tactile experience for visually impaired visitors. This project allows guests to explore the marble textures of the Veiled Christ and other magnificent sculptures. Read more: optimistdaily.com/2026/03/reach-…

Let the Compact 10 HD do the heavy lifting 🔊 Unfold the camera arm, take a snapshot, and listen as it reads full-page documents out loud. Perfect for long letters or newspapers. Learn more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electronic-mag…

We were mind-blown by the vision-impaired Para biathlon at the Winter Paralympics! 🤯 Their rifles are fitted with a scope that detects the target - sending a tone to the athletes' headphones. Amazing convergence of sport and technology.

We love a good recipe swap, especially when it comes with accessible cooking tips! In this BBC In Touch episode, Ian Macrae shares his step-by-step guide to making Cod Eleanor. Listen here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0…

The only time you’ll know it’s there is when you need it! The Pebble HD is made to be part of your daily routine. Weighing only 7.2 ounces, it is light enough to carry in a purse or pocket without a second thought. Discover more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electronic-mag…

Changing batteries can be a fiddly business! And few things are more frustrating than an unexpected outage. Now you can cut the hassle with our new range of rechargeable optical magnifiers from Schweizer. Read more in our latest blog: lowvisionshop.co.uk/blog/new-recha…

Standard sunglasses often let light leak in, which can be distracting and uncomfortable if you have sensitive vision. Our fit-over sunglasses are designed to solve this, featuring integrated side shields that provide 360° protection. Learn more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/optics/p/wrap-…

Good luck to Hester and the rest of @ParalympicsGB! ⛷️ The Winter Paralympics are officially underway, and we couldn’t be prouder of athletes representing the low vision community on the world stage. Learn more: somersetlive.co.uk/sport/other-sp…

The latest edition of the Eye Catcher newsletter is here! Look inside for an @OrCam success story from Mary, an update on our VisionZone events, a look at the convenience of the Luna 6, and another chance to win a Ruby XL HD! Dive in: mailchi.mp/optelec/the-ey…

@LondonFashionWk was looking (and feeling) a little different this year 💃 A new focus on touch, sound, and inclusive design is making the world of high fashion more accessible to guests with low vision. Read about how the industry is adapting: theguardian.com/fashion/2026/m…

One device, three views. The RUBY 7 HD’s rotating PivotCam handles everything from reading books to spotting distant signs and even a mirror-view for grooming. Find out more here: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electronic-mag…

Unlike some devices, the @OrCam Read 3 lets you scan an entire page at once. Point, press, and sit back and listen to your text. No more scanning line by line! Here's Mary showing how it's done, from the comfort of her armchair in Bedfordshire!

Rugby fans, how good was the @SixNationsRugby last weekend? We loved having live audio description (AD) available, keeping everyone up to speed with the action. In the next round, you can watch @EnglandRugby v Italy with live AD. More details here: itv.com/presscentre/me…

With the Transformer HD's reading preview feature, you can select exactly where you’d like the device to start reading aloud, in a natural voice. You can even export these files to your computer to save them for later. Learn more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electronic-mag…

There's a lot of excitement around cutting-edge electronic magnifiers, but for viewing objects at a distance, monoculars have offered the perfect solution for many people, for many years. We've looked at how they help & how they work. Read more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/blog/monocular

For a long time, the tools used to make video games felt like they were off-limits. Freya Shaw, a visually impaired software developer, has created a tool to simplify game design into a layout that works well with screen readers. Learn more: hud.ac.uk/news/2026/febr…

Optimal lighting varies by individual, as different eye conditions respond better to specific tones. The MULTILIGHT Pro table lamp offers three distinct light temperatures to help you find your most comfortable view. Read more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/optics/p/multi…

This week's success story is from Mr Thurley, shown here using the aptly named Traveller HD to take a closer look at an atlas The Traveller HD is perfect for all manner of reading tasks, giving you powerful magnification wherever you go - home, the office, school, or on holiday!

Huge congratulations to the British athletes who took the @AustralianOpen by storm! 🎾 Naqi Rizvi was dominant in the inaugural Blind and Low Vision Showdown, while we also saw incredible results in the Intellectual Disability Tennis Slam. Read more: lta.org.uk/fan-zone/austr…

When it comes to reading comfortably, screen size matters. With a 13.3-inch widescreen, the Traveller HD doesn't compromise your view. This reduces the amount of panning needed, making word recognition faster and less tiring for your eyes. Learn more: lowvisionshop.co.uk/electronic-mag…