3.5X 2 Stage Illuminated Pocket Magnifier
by LS&S
Last verified June 18, 2026 · classified June 7, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · June 7, 2026
A handheld pocket magnifier with a 3.5x lens (approximately 3" x 2") and built-in LED lighting with two brightness levels. Designed for someone with low vision who needs portable magnification for everyday reading tasks — price tags, menus, medication labels, mail. The LED illumination helps compensate for poor ambient lighting, and the daylight-spectrum bulbs reduce color distortion compared to older LED designs. This is a complete, ready-to-use tool — no setup, no pairing, just batteries (2 AA, not included). At 3.5x, this is moderate magnification suitable for mild to moderate low vision; people with more significant vision loss may find it insufficient and need higher power or an electronic magnifier.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert 2 AA batteries (not included).
- Hold lens over text at roughly 4-inch focal distance and press button to activate LED — two brightness levels available.
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 June 7, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.