BIG Candy Corn 2
by AbleNet
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Last verified September 17, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
The BIG Candy Corn 2 is a proximity-sensing switch that activates the moment a user's hand or finger comes near or touches its large surface — no pressing force required. It's designed for people who can't reliably generate the pressure needed to click a standard button switch, including those with severe fine motor impairments, low muscle tone, or low vision who benefit from a larger target area. This is just the switch itself — to get any function from it, you'll need to plug it into a switch-adapted device such as an AAC device, tablet switch interface, computer, or other adapted electronics via a standard 3.5mm mono jack. The proximity sensor is highly sensitive by design, which can occasionally cause accidental activations if other objects or body parts pass nearby.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert the included 2 AA batteries.
- Plug the 3.5mm mono cable into the switch and into the switch jack on the target device.
- Move a hand near the activation surface to confirm the auditory beep and light feedback work.
- With professional help
- An occupational therapist (OT) or assistive technology professional (ATP) should assess the user's motor access to confirm proximity activation is the best access method.
- The same professional configures the paired device (AAC device, tablet, computer) for single-switch scanning or direct activation — this varies significantly by target device and may take 1-3 sessions.
- See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from AbleNet — view on vendor site; last verified September 17, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.