MaxiAids Products for Independent Living Releases List of Top 15 Back to School Basics for Special Needs Students
As summer winds down, MaxiAids releases its list of top products to give students of all ages - some of whom may be heading off to college for the first time - tools to help them excel in the classroom and enjoy dorm life for the new school year

FARMINGDALE, NY, August 05, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The first week of August inevitably brings with it thoughts of the end of summer and start of a new school year. Parents begin to review required supply lists with their youngsters. College students ready themselves for the new semester, preparing for both the classroom and dorm.

As the shopping process ramps up, MaxiAids has released their list of Top 15 Back to School Basics. While there is a special focus on those with special needs, the list features a variety of items to help all students thrive in the coming year(s). A talking calculator announces keys pressed and calculations, while a vibrating alarm clock prevents over-sleeping early classes. A digital recorder makes note taking easy, and TV glasses provide a clearer view of television screens and blackboards. Here's the complete list:

1. MAGGIE-PRO HANDHELD ELECTRONIC MAGNIFIER. See Menus, Labels and Receipts Clearly. 4 levels of magnification: 4x, 6x, 8x and 11x. Color display & image freeze. Dimensions of a credit card. Includes rechargeable battery. USB/wall charger & cable. 606351 - $215.00. Also available: Maggie MD adds Reverse Image Function. Item #606350 - $248.00

2. REIZEN 8-DIGIT TALKING CALCULATOR WITH ALARM. Hear Numbers Pressed & Calculation Results Spoken. Talking function for calculator only, not clock. Time display with alarm. Female voice in English. 2 AAA batteries (not incl.) Item #752128 - $9.95

3. MASTER LOCK SPEED DIAL COMBINATION LOCK. Security Has Never Been Simpler. Open it quickly and easily. Combination is a series of up-down-left-right moves. Just slide dial in the sequence you pre-set. Item #501500 - $11.50

4. REIZEN DIGITAL ANALOG WATER-RESISTANT TALKING WATCH. Hear the Time at the Touch of a Button. Hourly chime plus alarm with snooze. Analog face plus LCD display. Resists splashing (but should not be submerged in water). Stainless steel back. Five models available: 700787 - Black; 700901 - Blue and Red; 700923 - Orange; 700931 - Yellow. 700701 - Black (Spanish). Cost: $24.95/each.

5. VICTOR READER STREAM DAISY/NLS/MP3/NISO PLAYER. Store Books, E-text files, Music and Voice Recordings. Built-in human sounding text-to-speech. USB port to transfer books and music from your PC. Compatible book formats: Plays DAISY 2, 2.02, DAISY and NISO, DAISY RFB&D, Bookshare, text and wav, MP3, and OGG Vorbis audio files. Item #808784 - $349.00 (Add $20 for S/H)

6. SONIC ALERT SONIC BOOM VIBRATING ALARM CLOCK. Wakes Even the Deepest Sleeper. Wake to 3 different combinations: audible, flashing light or bed
vibrator or all 3 simultaneously. Adjustable volume and tone control. Large bright green LED display w/auto dimmer. Item #SB1005WV - $76.70 - Clock with Vibrator. Item #SB1005W - $54.70 Clock Only.

7. REIZEN MAGNIFYING LAMP. 3 diopter (1.75x) with 12 diopter (4x) inset lens. Adjustable arm and head & uses standard AC power. Bright illumination from 30 LED's. 3.9" diameter lens with 1" diam. inset lens. Item #114127 - White. Item #114763 - Black. Cost: $39.95

8. ERGONOMIC MESH BACK SUPPORT WITH COMFORT CUSHION. Double Your Comfort! Decreases back strain and pain, making sitting more comfortable. Nylon mesh fabric allows airflow & minimizes perspiration. Includes foam cotton-covered
cushion for maximum comfort. Great for the car, office and home - fits almost any chair/seat. Back Support: 14.5" H x 16" W x 4.25" Deep - 6 oz. Cushion: 16" L x 16" W x 2" T - 6 oz. Item #156195 - $29.95

9. POCKETALKER ULTRA. Amplifies the Sounds You Need to Hear. Amplifies sounds closest to the listener while reducing background noise. Lightweight, ergonomic design for portability and ease of use. Finger tip adjustable volume and tone controls. Adjustable to your listening environment - whether your hearing loss is low frequency or high frequency sounds. Includes plug-in microphone, belt clip, 2 AAA batteries, TV extension cord & lanyard. Choose the earphone/headphone option that best suits your needs: (A)102134 - $129.95 - Mini Earbud & Headphones (B)102001 - $159.95 - Neckloop for T-Coil Hearing Aid Wearers (C)102026 - $129.95 - Rear-Wear Headphones (D) 102008 - $129.95 - Wide Range Earphone (E) 102014 - $129.95 - Dual Mini Earbuds (F) 102022 - $139.95 - Surround Earphone

10. COOL SURF COMPUTER LAP DESK. Stay Cool While You Work on the Go. Diverts heat from the computer and your lap. USB-powered exhaust fans and LapShield Heat Barrier. Comfortable dual Microbead pads. Built-in storage compartment. Measures 15-3/4" x 12-1/2" x 1-3/4". Item #204543 - $24.99

11. VOILA VOICE LABELING SYSTEM. Easily Identify Items in Your Office, Home or Dorm. Voice label recording and playback system. Label hundreds of items with voice labels you pre-record. Easy two-button operation: record and play. Includes: 2 AA batteries, labels 1-50 and attachment devices (rubberbands, magnets, Velcro strips & zip ties) 308557 - $139.95 - English. Item #308575 - $139.95 - Spanish (Additional numbered labels available.)

12. FRANKLIN SPECIAL EDITION SPEAKING LANGUAGE MASTER. Speaks Words & Definitions. 130,000-word dictionary. 500,000-word thesaurus including 11,000 antonyms. 12 Fun and educational games. Exclusive confusables feature,
identifies and clarifies easily mistaken words. Large keyboard and auto shut-off. Requires 4 "AA" batteries (included) Item #66000 - $399.95

13. RCA VOICE ACTIVATED TALKING CLOCK RADIO. You Can Set This Fun, Functional Clock Using Only Your Voice. Recognizes your voice commands. 0.9" green LED display. Dual wake - two alarm settings. Built-in AM/FM radio. AC-powered with battery back-up. Item #707250 - $39.95

14. OLYMPUS DIGITAL VOICE RECORDER. Record Important Notes, Meetings & Lectures. 2GB memory for up to 1,151 hours recording time. Voice Activation extends recording time and saves battery life. Fast and Slow Playback modes for easy, efficient transcription of recorded notes. Index Marks for easy file retrieval. Includes 2 AAA batteries & case. Item #302100 - $54.95

15. MAXISEE TV GLASSES. Great for TV, School & Sporting Events. Hands-free eyeglass style binoculars. 2.1x magnification for distance. Allow focusing each eye separately. Maximize the size of TV screens and view other objects that are at least 10 ft. away more easily. Item #607629 - $69.95

Visit www.MaxiAids.com to browse thousands of items for the blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, as well as those with mobility challenges and other special needs.

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