BraillePen24 firmware upgrade procedure
New firmware is being published at our Downloads page from time to time, whenever the changes to the BraillePen24 system seems benefitial or new bug fixes are introduced. To install the firmware please follow this procedure: To update BraillePen24 with an update file: 1. Make sure that the SD card is properly formatted and contains the correct firmware file before starting the update process. 2. Go to the „settings” menu. 3. Navigate to „service”. 4. Then to „firmware update”. 5. … Read more
Colors for blind people!
Colors for blind people? That’s probably a joke! After all, they can’t see them anyway. However… research by Dr. Joanna Leciejewska from the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts in Poznań has shown that the design (including colors) of devices used by blind people is very important to them and they do care about it. Attention – until the end of the year, we offer colorful BraillePen24 Braille notepads/terminals in one of these colours: green, purple, blue, black, and red, … Read more
Join Us at the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2025!
We are thrilled to announce our participation in the 40th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, taking place from March 11-14, 2025, at the Anaheim Marriott in California. Visit us at booth #509 to explore our groundbreaking assistive devices: BraillePen 24: The thinnest Braille notetaker available, designed to enhance accessibility and independence. Mountbatten Brailler Tutor: A comprehensive Braille learning center that combines education with fun, perfect for students and teachers alike. PIAF Tactile Image Maker: A revolutionary tool for creating instant … Read more
IF Award for BraillePen24
**Breaking News!** Harpo is thrilled to announce that it has just been honored with the prestigious IF Design Award. This exciting news arrived today, and we couldn’t be happier. The award-winning product is our latest innovation, the BraillePen24, which is now available on the market.
Harpo at Sight City 2024
We are excited to announce that Harpo will participate in the largest international trade fair for blind and visual impaired – Sight City in Frankfurt am Main from May 15th to 17th, 2024. Explore our booth and be among the first to experience the European launch of the BraillePen24 — a super-slim Braille notetaker crafted to empower individuals with visual impairments. With its 24 Braille cells and sleek design, this cutting-edge device is set to redefine the landscape of Braille … Read more
Harpo at CSUN AT Conference 2024
We are excited to announce that Harpo will participate in the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference in Anaheim from March 18th to 22nd, 2024. Explore our booth and be among the first to experience the launch of the BraillePen24— a super-slim Braille notetaker crafted to empower individuals with visual impairments. With its 24 Braille cells and sleek design, this cutting-edge device is set to redefine the landscape of Braille technology. Event Details: Conference Dates: March 18-22, 2024 Booth Number: 509 Location: … Read more