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3.5X Rechargeable Sliding Magnifier

by Independent Living Aids

$29.95

Ready to use This is a purely mechanical optical device with no pairing, programming, or setup required. Pull it out and it works. A first-time user gets immediate benefit with zero configuration — classic self_serve.

Last verified June 19, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026

This is a compact pocket magnifier with a 3.5x lens that slides out from a protective case, with an LED light that turns on automatically when opened. It's designed for someone with low vision who needs occasional magnification on the go — reading price tags, menus, medicine labels, or small print in situations where carrying a larger magnifier isn't practical. The device is self-contained and rechargeable via USB-C, so there are no batteries to replace. The lens is fairly small at under 2 inches square, which limits how much text you can view at once — users who need to read longer passages may find a larger handheld or stand magnifier more practical.

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
ComplexityReady to use
Price$29.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
VerifiedJune 19, 2026
ClassifiedApril 26, 2026 · confidence: high

What Setup Looks Like

  • Out of the box
    1. Charge fully via the included USB-C cable before first use.
    2. Pull the lens out of its case — the LED light activates automatically.
    3. Hold over text and adjust distance for sharpest focus.

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

independent-living Visit
$29.95

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Independent Living Aidsview on vendor site; last verified June 19, 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.