Juno
by American Printing House for the Blind
Last verified June 15, 2026 · classified May 25, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · May 25, 2026
The Juno is a handheld video magnifier with a 7-inch LCD touchscreen, designed for people with low vision who need to read printed text on the go — menus, labels, mail, documents, anywhere away from a desk. It captures live magnified video of whatever you point it at, and the built-in OCR (optical character recognition) can read text aloud, so users who find even magnified print difficult to track have a second access mode. This is a complete, self-contained device — no phone, app, or subscription needed. At just over a pound with a 7-inch screen, it's larger than a pocket magnifier, which is worth considering if portability is the main goal; users who need something that fits in a jacket pocket may find it bulky.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
Power on the device, point the camera at any printed text, and use the touchscreen to adjust magnification level immediately. - With a guide
- Review the user manual to configure preferred color contrast modes, speech settings, and OCR language options.
- Practice switching between live camera mode and OCR read-aloud mode to understand when each is most useful — expect 20–30 minutes of familiarization.
- With professional help
- A low vision specialist or orientation and mobility specialist can help select optimal magnification levels, contrast settings, and lighting techniques for the user's specific vision profile.
- See manufacturer support resources at aph.org for detailed instructions and firmware update information.
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 American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site; last verified June 15, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on May 25, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.