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Equipment
DakotaLink works with a variety of assistive technology vendors. We are South Dakota’s number one resource for new and used equipment. No matter the disability, DakotaLink can assist in finding a technology solution for any life limitation.
For used equipment, please visit the DakotaLink equipment exchange and the South Dakota Equipment Recycle & Reuse Program at https://myatprogram.org/home/46.
Merlin elite Pro HD/OCR
Merlin elite Pro is a high performance desktop video magnifier (CCTV), featuring a Full HD 1080p camera and Full Page Text-to-Speech (OCR).
CloverBook Pro
A foldable, touchscreen magnifier with OCR & distance camera! This large 12.5″ FHD touchscreen video magnifier comes equipped with 3 viewing modes (near, self and distance view) and text-to-speech all in a compact, foldable design weighing less than 5lbs!
OrCam MyEye
OrCam MyEye is a revolutionary voice activated device that attaches to virtually any glasses. It can instantly read to you text from a book, smartphone screen or any other surface, recognize faces, help you shop on your own, work more efficiently, and live a more independent life!
Clover 6HD
6″ touchscreen video magnifier with folding handle and multiple viewing modes! The Clover 6HD handheld video magnifier offers the perfect combination of compact size, easy-to-use features and superior image quality. With two 13 mega-pixel cameras and an HD screen, the Clover 6 HD produces a crystal clear image at any magnification level in any viewing mode.
Vision Buddy
Vision Buddy allows you to see the world with clarify - This advanced low-vision device lets you see your surroundings, connect to any cable box or streamer for an enhanced TV viewing experience with superior image quality, and the 4K screen display takes your viewing experience to the next level, offering crystal-clear visuals!
Lighted Handheld Magnifiers
We carry a wide variety of Eschenbach, PowerMag, and Magno handheld magnifiers as well as a selection of wearable filters, bino/monoculars, and speciality magnifiers.
SureHands Ceiling Lifts
SureHands Home Mobility lifts and Homecare Ceiling Lifts allow for independent living. Power Patient Lift and Care Systems for people with reduced mobility.
Ergotron
Ergotron uses movement to remove constraints from how people create, collaborate and work with technology. With a focus on healthcare, education, general office and custom solutions, they rely on ergonomic principles and user-centered designs to build kinetic work environments that help people thrive.
Proloquo2go
Not being able to speak isn't the same as having nothing to say. Children, teens and adults who can't speak can use this Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app for ios as a daily communication tool and build language skills. From the first time someong opens the app, a few taps are all it takes to start talking to the world.
Livescribe & Inq Smartpens
Capture what's important with smartpen! Record everything you hear, say, and write, while adding your audio recordings to your notes. Quickly replay audio from mobile device with a simple tap on your handwritten notes. It's never been easier to take notes and stay organized.
WorldPen Scan Go
Scan. Hear. Speak Right, Instantly. Just scan any word, phrase, or sentence with the WorldPenScan Go reading pen. Its built-in text-to-speech reads it aloud so you can connect letters to sounds and master pronunciation with ease.
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Software
Whether you’re looking for low vision, reading and writing or memory and organization software, DakotaLink has you covered. Below is a list of our most popular software programs.
ZoomText Fusion
ZoomText Fusion is the ultimate accessibility tool for individuals with any level of vision impairment. ZoomText Fusion provides the best of both worlds – ZoomText, with its screen magnification and visual enhancements for screen viewing ease, coupled with the power and speed of JAWS for screen reading functionality.
ZoomText Magnifier/Reader
ZoomText Magnifier/Reader is a fully integrated magnification and reading program tailored for low-vision users. Magnifier/Reader enlarges and enhances everything on your computer screen, echoes your typing and essential program activity, and automatically reads documents, web pages, and email.
Kurzweil 3000
Kurzweil 3000 is the comprehensive reading, writing and learning software solution for any struggling reader, including individuals with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, attention deficit disorder or those who are English Language Learners.
Read&Write
Read&Write is a literacy support tool that offers help with everyday tasks like reading text out loud, understanding unfamiliar words, researching assignments and proffing written work.
Genio
Genio creates beautifully simple learning tools that boost knowledge, skills and confidence. With this easy to use software, you can take notes effectively and use them as a study tool later with AI features, transcription, and even near real time closed captioning!
Speechify
Speechify is your voice AI assistant - text to speech with natural sounding voices. You can follow along as you listen at your own pace, and use the AI tools to get answers about what you're reading. Listen to anything - books, PDF docs, and more!