Simple Talking Microwave
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a full-size microwave oven designed specifically for people who are blind or have low vision, with only four large tactile buttons and spoken announcements of remaining cook time throughout the cycle. It's a good fit for someone who finds standard microwave touch panels impossible to use independently — the tactile dots on the Minute and Second buttons make it possible to identify keys by touch alone, and the talking countdown removes the need to see the display. This is a complete, standalone appliance — plug it in and it works, no apps or accessories needed. The tradeoff is that the simplified 4-button interface means less precision than a standard microwave; there's no way to enter exact times like '2:30' directly, only incrementing minutes and seconds separately.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Plug in the microwave and place food inside.
- Press the Minutes or Seconds button to set cook time, press Start/Stop to begin — the unit will announce remaining time aloud throughout cooking.
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 LS&S — view on vendor site; last verified June 18, 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.