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Braille displays

A refreshable braille display turns what is on a screen into braille you read with your fingers, so you can read and send messages, email and text.

Free for eligible Georgians ASL tutorial Home setup and training
Free if eligible
iCanConnect device

What it does

A refreshable braille display turns what is on a screen into braille you read with your fingers, so you can read and send messages, email and text.

  • Read messages and the web in braille
  • Type and send with a braille keyboard
  • Pairs with a computer, a phone or a tablet
Who it is forDeafBlind Georgians with low income.

iCanConnect chooses the exact device with you, after an assessment of your needs.

Tutorial

Learn it in ASL

A signed, captioned tutorial for this device will be posted here.

How to get it

Three steps, free of charge

  1. Apply onlineTell us about your hearing and vision, and your income. It takes about 20 minutes.
  2. Send your proofsAn audiogram, a visual acuity report and proof of income, or a professional's statement.
  3. We come to youA contractor assesses your needs at home, delivers the device and trains you.

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