“The freedom of using the phone…”
- Carolyn

 

Tecla is a set of open software and hardware tools that facilitate switch access to electronic devices for people with mobility impairments.

With the Tecla App and the Tecla Shield, you can access Android-powered devices (e.g., smartphones) using your adapted switches and the driving controls of your powered wheelchair.

To learn more about Tecla, continue to “The Basics” below and visit the Tecla App and Tecla Shield pages. We also maintain a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ).

If you are a designer, researcher, coder or just someone interested in making Tecla better, the Tecla Access open source project welcomes your contributions, visit us at http://scyp.idrc.ocad.ca/projects/tekla to get started.

The Basics

People with mobility impairments may control devices using switches or their wheelchair driving controls.The Tecla Shield connects powered wheelchairs and external switches to Bluetooth-enabled electronic devices.The Tecla App integrates tightly with the Android operating system enabling access to most of its functions.

How to Get The App

The Tecla App integrates tightly with the Android operating system enabling access to most of its functions. Download the Tecla App now from the Android Market! To learn more about the Tecla App visit the Tecla App page.

How to Get The Shield

The Tecla Shield connects powered wheelchairs and external switches to Bluetooth-enabled electronic devices. Order your Tecla Shield today from the Komodo OpenLab Store! To learn more about the Tecla Shield visit the Tecla Shield page.