Mobile Device Based EADL • Cellphone / tablet is center of user interface • Typically require Wi-Fi / internet access • Apple, Google, and Microsoft Oh My! Mobile Device Based EADL • Not going to discuss mounting here, but it is an important piece of the puzzle. Mobile Device Based EADL

• Pros – Cost efficient and aesthetically appealing – Natural language voice recognition – Modern tech • Cons – Scanning is limited – Voice activation not always fully featured – No control over updates – Higher cognitive load Material Cost Comparison

Traditional System Mobile Device System

• Possum Primo!, $2900 • Client Owns Mobile Device • Switch, $125 • Switch, $125 • Sero! landline telephone, • iPad Switch Interface, $400 $1400 • SmartThings Hub, $150 • Three led bulbs, $90 • Harmony Hub, $100 • /IR Converter, $100 • Three led bulbs, $90 • Total Parts: $4615 • Total Parts: $865 IR Control – TV/Cable/DVD

• Is you device IR? • Some cable systems not using IR • App or computer control IR Control

• Some Android devices have IR blaster built in. IR Control Hubs

• Logitech Harmony – Hub connects via WiFi – App and physical remote – Can integrate other home automation – Learning IR and Macros – Voice control via Echo – Add on extender for home automation features IR Control Hubs

• Anymote – App Control – iOS and Android – Voice control built into app – Learning IR and Macros – Switch Control in iOS not great (Gliding Cursor) – Button Location Easily Customized – Recently discontinued hardware – Can use third party IR Sender Content Streaming

• Amazon Fire TV – Voice Search • Apple TV – Siri • Roku – Voice Search via app • Chrome Cast – Voice? • Tivo –content on mobile device

• All have apps that act as remotes Thermostats

HoneyWell Nest

Other WiFi Thermostats Bed Control - No solution for Hospital Beds (yet) (Housemate – requires additional hardware) - Tempurpedic, Leggett and Platt, Reverie Front Door Camera/Locks

Ring Skybell Add on Door Lock Control

August Lock Sesame Automated Deadbolts

MiLocks Kwikset/Schlage

Hand Held Remote Z-Wave Garage Door Openers

I/O Modules LiftMaster MyQ Linear GD00Z-4 (Z-Wave) Some garage door openers now have app control built in. Home Automation Systems

• X-10 – Developed in the 70s – Powerline communication* – Used by AT products still – Good for simple remotes – Has relay module Home Automation Systems

• Insteon – iOS / Android app – Need hub for app control – Powerline and RF – Works with Echo – Works with IFTTT – Has relay module Home Automation Systems

• WeMo – iOS / Android app – Computer control – Works with Echo – Works with IFTTT – Has relay Module Home Automation Hubs

• Smarthings (Samsung) – iOS / Android app – PC computer control – Works with Echo – Works with IFTTT – Extensive compatibility Home Automation Hubs

• Wink 2 – iOS / Android app – No computer control – Works with Echo – Works with IFTTT – Works with Home Kit – Extensive compatibility Home Automation Hubs

• Lowes Iris – iOS / Android app – Handheld remote – No computer control – Works with Echo – Works with IFTTT – Security / monitoring* – Professional install Home Automation Hubs • SkyLink – iOS / Android app – Focused on security – Light control and cameras – Hand held remotes – Garage and swinging door openers – Works with IFTTT – No relay module – No computer control – No monthly fee Home Automation Hubs

• – iOS / Android app – Security and home automation – Installation assistance – Monthly fee – Works with Echo Home Automation Hubs

• SimpliSafe – iOS / Android app – Security only – Arm/disarm remotely – See history via app or email – Cameras – Monthly fee – DIY install – Works with Nest Home Automation Systems

• ADT – iOS / Android app – Security and home automation – Installation assistance – Monthly fee – Voice control via app – Computer control – Not available nationwide Home Automation Systems

• AT&T Digital Life – iOS / Android app – Security and home automation – Installation assistance – Monthly fee – Computer control Professional Home Automation

• Control 4 – iOS / Android app – Extensive dealer network – Voice control using * – Computer control Home Automation Systems

Miscellaneous Microbot Push – www.prota.info - https://youtu.be/5LLw8pOmerg Smart Switches

• Logitech Pop and Flic switches – Both offer a button to control other smart home or IOT devices – iOS / Android app Internet of Things (IoT) If This Then That – IFTTT This is where the magic happens!! Voice Control /

• Amazon Echo and Dot – Natural language voice recognition – Requires Wi-Fi and internet – Operates smart hubs and devices – Music, books, calendars, lists – Cable box control – Extensive product compatibility Voice Control / Home Assistant

• Other things for Amazon Alexa Voice Control / Home Assistant

• Google Home – Natural language voice recognition – Requires Wi-Fi and internet – Operates smart hubs and devices – In an “arms race” with Amazon Home Automation Integration

• Devices compatible with Apple HomeKit can be controlled by Siri Example Videos

• Echo with Insteon • https://youtu.be/7-285_sNzyg • Echo with Harmony • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0OTuUiLkIE • Echo with Nest • https://youtu.be/t1NN-6q79jY • Echo Calling with AAC • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weEbmtGOWWA • Echo control via AAC • https://youtu.be/nqUV9Y3dIqc • Insteon to Open Door • https://youtu.be/1JJQbz67cMU Example Videos

• Voice Control SmartThings • https://youtu.be/WqdIw_Pe2i8 • Push Computer 1 • https://youtu.be/OBdI6I2GUxU • Push Computer 2 • https://youtu.be/5LLw8pOmerg • Voice Control Door Opener SmartThings • https://youtu.be/U3Fx0koiycs Conclusion Consumer Devices A Potential Starting Point 1. Make a list of what you need to control 2. Make a list of what you want to control 3. Determine cognitive load permissible 4. Determine level of simplicity the user prefers 5. Determine potential access methods 6. Determine suitable controller devices 7. Determine budget for project 8. Determine environmental restrictions 9. Start a comparison of devices that meet the criterion developed What ImproveAbility Does 1. Looks at the whole situation to come up with the best solution 2. Slowing working towards solutions that do not require internet access 3. Looking at ability to have “best of both worlds” Case Studies Case Study 1: Voice Control with Switch Access Backup Client – Cervical SCI - Wants to Control TV, Flip Phone - Limited Caregiver Support - Basic Web/Email would be a bonus - Not able to access computer due to wound Case Study 1: Voice Control with Switch Access Backup

Solution - iOS Device with Wired Switch Control - Siri - AnyMote and Alexa - BlueAnt Commute Speakerphone - Charging Stand - Calendar Case Study 2: KISS Client – ALS – no speech, only head movement. - Another vendor had installed a full EADL system that the client could not use – too complicated/not accessible to the client, no cell phone access - Caregiver – not techie - We did a true evaluation to find out what he wanted. Case Study 2: KISS

Solution - Cell phone control via Tecla Shield and switch on headrest – VA working on wheelchair controls. - Control door opener, thermostat, overhead fixture in bedroom, two bulbs - RAM mount for wheelchair and bed. Case Study 2: KISS Case Study 3: Full Home Automation Client – Cervical SCI - Manual Wheelchair User - Lives alone, new house purchase - Wanted to have control over many items - Some of what he wanted to do needed custom programming Case Study 3: Full Home Automation Solution - Control 4 system with AT integration - Able to use app on phone or voice to control - Control 4 allowed for some custom commands to be created specifically for his needs - TV streaming functions - One voice command for door unlock/open ImproveAbility Services We are a full service, Assistive Technology consulting and sales company - Environmental Control Systems/Home Automation - AAC - Technology for Learning Disabilities/TBI - Access to Mobile Devices - Computer Access for Physical and Cognitive Disabilities - Computer voice recognition software training - Ergonomics - AT for College Students - Home Access - Ceiling Tracks/Stair Lifts ImproveAbility Services We can provide a “One stop shop” for all your veteran’s assistive technology needs. - One phone number to call (or email or text) - Since we do full setup, we know how all the parts work together - We will not give the veteran the run around. We are here to serve them! How to Learn More Attend Conferences: www.resna.org, www.atia.org www.closingthegap.com http://www.csun.edu/cod/conference/ Podcasts “Assistive Technology Update” http://www.eastersealstech.com/category/assistive-tech-update/ “Stacey on IOT” https://staceyoniot.com/ RESNA Listserv http://www.resna.org/membership/waysToGetInvolved/lists erves.dot Certification ATP – Assistive Technology Professional Generalist certification showing understanding of interfacing technology and people with disabilities Administered by RESNA Find local ATPs on www.resna.org - out of town patients

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