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Sony Wireless Noise Cancelling Headset 720

Model: WH-CH720N

  • Active noise cancelling, focus

Noise Cancelling with Dual Noise Sensor technology.
Battery life is 35 hrs, 3 Min charge for 3 hrs playback.
Adjust the ambient sound across 20 different levels with the Sony | Sound Connect app.
Features include a lightweight design, multipoint connections, and speak-to-chat technology to automatically reduce volume during conversations.
Sony WH-720 – AES Guide
User Guide
Sony Website
Sony Connect App
Product on Amazon.ca

Copy Holder

Models: 1048, 4000

  • ergonomic, stand

The Copy Stand Basic from Humanscale is a freestanding document holder that you can use in-line with your monitor and keyboard to avoid having to twist your neck while reading documents. Made of powder-coated steel, the Copy Stand Basic is sturdy, durable, and easy to adjust.
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Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard

Models: 1048, 4000

  • ergonomic, split keyboard

Work in comfort all day. Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard reduces fatigue and delivers a slim, refined design with split keyboard, improved cushioned palm rest, and dedicated shortcut keys.
The advanced design promotes a more natural hand, wrist, and forearm position for greater comfort, and its curved key layout makes keys easier to reach. The Zoom Slider lets you zoom in for close-ups of Web pages, images, and more with the touch of a finger.
Improved cushion and ergonomically tested palm rest covered in premium fabric provides all-day comfort and promotes a neutral wrist posture.
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Posturite Sloping Writing Board

Model: 1011

  • ergonomic, platform

The Posturite Board Writing Platform and Document Holder is a magnetic desktop easel designed for anyone whose job involves handwriting, research, drawing or drafting. The unit can be inclined vertically from 18° to 35°, facilitating a healthy alignment of the spine whether reading, writing, drawing, or simply making notations.
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3M Ergonomic Mouse

Model: EM550GPL3M Mouse

  • ergonomic, vertical mouse, right-handed

The vertical grip design of the 3M Ergonomic Mouse keeps your hand and wrist at a neutral angle for improved comfort and ease-of-use, while the mouse works as a regular optical mouse. It is ideal for those who have limited articulation of their fingers and need to ‘hook’ their hand onto a mouse.
Reduces the muscle strain and discomfort associated with carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive stress injury
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Kinesis Advantage Contoured Ergonomic Keyboard

Model: KB500USB-BLK

  • ergonomic, split keyboard

Kinesis KeyboardThe ergonomic design of this keyboard resulted from two years of research and testing and has proven itself with many years of commercial use. The unique design aims to minimizes the pain and strain typists experience from heavy use of conventional computer keyboards. The Advantage offers ergonomic and programmability features most suitable for the everyday computer user.
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Mindomo Software

Compatibility: PC, Mac, Tablet, Chrome, Web

  • Mind map, brainstorm

Mindomo is a simple to use mind mapping and brainstorming software. Is a powerful visual tool that can help students organize their thoughts, structure their ideas, and retain information more effectively. Great for creating study guides, project planning, essay writing, and research.

  • Freemium version available through their website
  • Premium version available through AES
  • Online and offline versions available for Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, and iOS devices.
  • Cloud-based storage and automatic saving of mind maps.

Product Website
Login Page
Help Documentation
Video – How to build a simple mind map with Mindomo
Video – How to create a mind map from your learning material

Compact 5 HD US

Model: CCP-5-HD

  • Low Vision, magnification, high contrast

The Compact 5 HD is a handheld video magnifier that magnifies text when placed on a document. It offers an auto-focus camera with high definition and is suitable for reading up to 1 m. Settings can be adjusted to specific needs.

  • Continuous magnification: 1.5X – 18X
  • High Definition auto-focus camera for superior images
  • Distance viewing: up to 1 m / 3 ft
  • 5-inch full colour TFT widescreen display
  • Adjustable document and distance viewing modes:
  • Full colour photo mode
  • 18 selectable high contrast colour combinations for easier reading
  • Patented LED lighting for even illumination
  • Tilting screen position for comfortable viewing
  • Designed to move smoothly over reading materials
  • Snapshot facility with audio indication sounds
  • Large icon settings and information menu
  • Integrated rechargeable battery offering an average of 3 hours continuous use
  • Dimensions: 13.7 x 8.8 x 2.3 cm / 5.4 x 3.5 x 0.9 in
  • Weight: 294 g / 10.4 oz

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User Manual
YouTube Video