October 2, 2026 By CDHD Most requested assistive technology for 2026 Our Idaho Assistive Technology Project manages lending libraries that offer Idahoans access to assistive technology AT) that can be life changing. What’s better is that these libraries are featured in our AT Resource Centers located right across Idaho! You can also browse available items through the AT4All website, which is a digital lending library featuring AT devices available to borrow across our state. To give you an idea of the breadth and depth of AT available at little to no cost, we’re taking a look at the most requested AT from financial year 2026 … Reading pens Reading pens are a small, portable device that help with reading. They look similar to a highlighter or a marker. They scan printed text and read it aloud. Depending on the type of pen you’re using, you can also look up word definitions or translate text. Available through our lending libraries: SVANTTO 4-in-1 Reading Pen RocketPen CPen GoTalks GoTalks are an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device designed to help people with limited or non-verbal speech communicate. They can record and store messages, with programmable buttons that allow the user to personalize the device to their needs. Available through our lending libraries: GoTalk 4+ GoTalk 9+ GoTalk Connect Switch adapted toys Switch adapted toys are toys with an adapted operation switch that make them more accessible for people with limited fine or gross motor skills. Different switches are available for different purposes, including finger switches, foot switches and button switches in all sizes. When used, the switch can turn on lights, music, vibrations, movements, voice recording or playback, and more. Available through our lending libraries: Drum Hoppy bunny Alphabet Jodey Jelly Bean Switches Jelly bean switches are a wired button that can make devices and toys more accessible for people with physical, motor, cognitive or sensory disabilities. The buttons can be used with compatible communication and AAC devices, adapted toys, environmental controls and more. They are suitable for users with light to moderate touch. Available through our lending libraries: Jelly Bean Switch (red) CloverBook CloverBooks are touchscreen video magnifiers that help people with low vision, or those with moderate to severe vision loss, complete everyday tasks such as reading and writing. Some offer text to speech functionality. Available through our lending libraries: CloverBook XL DynaVox products DynaVox creates AT devices for people with communication and mobility disabilities. This includes AAC devices with eye-tracking and touch control. This allow users with limited mobility or motor skills to operate their communication device with their eyes/gaze. Available through our lending libraries: Tobii Dynavox I-13 Eyegaze Communication Device Our lending libraries can also provide guidance and access to app software that can be used with AT to improve or expand functionality. TD Snap TD Snap is compatible with DynaVox products. It offers a choice of evidence-based, professionally developed page sets with different communication symbols and text. Users can select the symbols/text using touch, eye gaze or switch methods. Proloquo2Go This is an easy-to-use communication app to help people who have limited speech or are non-verbal. It features natural voices and page sets designed for use on mobile phones. It is fully customizable and can help users communicate with those around them. LAMP Words for Life Similar to Proloquo2Go, LAMP is a communication app designed for AAC users. This app uses a therapeutic-based approach based on neurological and motor learning principles to address language development and communication needs. LAMP can be used with mobile devices such as smartphones. TouchChat with WordPower Another app for AAC users that is compatible with smartdevices, TouchChat is a full-featured communication solution for those who have difficulty speaking or using their natural voice. Users can choose from an extensive vocabulary file, with words, phrases, sentences and other functions. For more information about the Idaho Assistive Technology Project’s AT Resource Centers, or any AT devices available, please visit the project website, or email idahoat@uidaho.edu.