by Terry Boone
As a service to our members and the general public, the National Federation of the Blind operates a blindness products store known as the Independence Market, which sells mostly low-tech items, designed to enhance the everyday independence of blind people. We will be highlighting a different product every month and listing sale products from time to time.
TALKING NON-CONTACT THERMOMETER: This infrared thermometer provides an almost instant reading of body temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. To use the thermometer, simply point it at your forehead from a distance of two to four inches and pull the trigger. The results are spoken in either English or Spanish and displayed in 1/2-inch-high numerals on a backlit LCD screen. The thermometer also has a room temperature mode. The unit powers off automatically and uses two AA batteries (included). AIM07T $50.00
TALKING ORAL THERMOMETER: This clinical thermometer gives temperature readings in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. Power-on the thermometer and wait for the prompt to “please measure” before inserting the thermometer under your tongue. In eight seconds, the result is spoken and displayed in 3/4-inch-high numerals on a backlit LCD screen. Six languages can be selected, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Russian. The unit powers off automatically. Uses three AG13 (1.5V) batteries (included). AIM03T $18.00
LADIES GOLD BRACELET BRAILLE WATCH: Montiel Swiss watches are known for their "flat look" design, craftsmanship and styling. This gold quartz Braille wristwatch has two raised dots at the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock hours. It also features a gold-plated adjustable bracelet band and gold-plated case. AIB37GB $155.00
THE PROPHET (by Kahlil Gibran—Audio) LSA32CD $5.00
(READ BY KENNETH JERNIGAN)
THE PROPHET (by Kahlil Gibran—Braille) LSA32B $7.50
CAMERA BAG AIA48B $1.00
MONOCULAR WITH CASE AIL75M $3.00
For more information about the products available from the Independence Market, contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone at (410) 659-9314, extension 2216, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. Our staff will be happy to assist.