iPortal™ is a power chair accessory that connects to an iPhone or iPod touch to display wheelchair information in real time.

It is Dynamic Control's latest solution to help enhance the quality of life of people living with a disability. It is a unique approach to wheelchair displays that not only shows information in an exciting, easy to read way but brings the latest mainstream technology to the chair.

It is compatible with Dynamic Controls Shark, DX, and DX2 control systems.

Key features:

• Bluetooth® technology to connect with the wheelchair system
• Dashboard application for iPhone and iPod Touch that displays wheelchair information in real time (to download the application visit www.itunes.com and search for iPortal dashboard.
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    • speed and speed range indicator
    • compass heading (iPhone 3GS only)
    • seat adjustment indicator
    • battery state
    • one touch emergency contact
    • power chair event logging
• Operates with Apple iPhone 3G, 3GS, iPod touch V2.0 and 3.0
• Can be easily added to any new or existing Dynamic Controls DX2, DX or Shark wheelchair control systems without reprogramming the wheelchair
• Adjustable mounting arm and cradle to conveniently position the iPhone or iPod touch for the user
• an Apple USB charging port to keep the iPhone or iPod touch fully charged
• an auxiliary USB charging-only port for other devices

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Apple iPhone for wheelchair users                  

Many of the standard features of the iPhone and iPod touch can assist wheelchair users in the essential functions of daily life for example

• WiFi, Bluetooth®, 3G Phone wireless connections
• Mobile phone, texting and email for keeping in touch with friends, family or assistance on the go
• Web browser for information or entertainment
• Mainstream technology that interacts with standard Apple Mac or PC programs
• Maps, GPS and compass - never be lost again! Great for planning a trip and calculating distances
• Check the weather report quickly and easily
• iPod for playing music or accessing education
• Calendar and clock for planning your day and providing reminders
• Digital camera. Take photos and have a photo album available to view. Send photos to your friends.
• Access the iTunes webstore for thousands of iPhone applications, games, music, movies and more
• Join an online community by subscribing to special interest blogs and podcasts
• Listen to music or make calls privately using a Bluetooth® headset
• Add Bluetooth® headphones or speakers for enjoying various media

Apple iPhone/ iPod touch and accessibility

• The iPhone touch screen operates with very light touch. Many wheelchair users with poor hand function can operate the iPhone with their finger, knuckles or the side of the hand.
• VoiceOver is the world’s first gesture-based screen reader, enabling you to enjoy the fun and simplicity of iPhone even if you can’t see the screen.
• In addition to gestures, you can use your voice to play music and make a phone call. Just press and hold the home button, listen for the audio prompt, and speak the name of the artist, album, or playlist you want to hear. You can pause, play, change tracks, even shuffle your music.
• When you want to make a call, speak the name or telephone number of the person you want to call. iPhone 3GS understands 21 different languages.
• Zoom lets you magnify the entire screen of any application you’re using to help you see what’s on the display.
• For those who need or prefer higher contrast, iPhone 3GS provides an option to change the display to White On Black.
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) applications are available for iPhone and iPod touch for people who have difficulty speaking.
• Apple offers different styli that can be used with the touch screen instead of fingers.

Apple iPhone and Environmental Control

• Using VNC, control an Apple Mac or PC using iPhone as touchpad or mouse via WiFi connection, with the screen showing on the iPhone
• Many vendors of home automation products provide iPhone interfaces that allow you to connect via the WiFi connection and control lights, power, windows, doors, curtains, airconditioning etc.
• Control home appliances (TVs, stereos, DVDs etc.) via infrared. A 3rd party learning remote and WiFi hub is also available.