Adaptive Device

What is Adaptive Device?

An adaptive device is a tool that helps a person with a disability or impairment carry out everyday tasks, including eating, typing, walking, reading, or driving. A hearing aid is an example of a purpose-built adaptive device, whereas a loudspeaker may or may not be regarded as an assistive device, depending on how it is used. Adaptive devices, also known as assistive, assistive technology, or adaptive equipment, differ from assistive devices in that they are created specifically for use by people with disabilities. Similar to this, spelling and grammar checkers may be helpful for almost everyone, including seasoned writers; however, if they are created to aid those who struggle with dyslexia in writing more smoothly, they are considered adaptive technology.