A portable video magnifier with a black body and screen showing yellow enlarged text, positioned over an open book.

explorē 8 Kit

by HumanWare

$1,549.00, see price history

Last seen at this price on May 3, 2026. We haven’t been able to check it since, so confirm it with the vendor.

Setup with instructions The device is a single unit, but a good result takes some setup. You need to learn the controls, set the zoom and viewing options, and try the stand. A family member can do this with the manual or a tutorial video in about half an hour. A low vision specialist can help confirm the settings suit the person's vision.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The explorē 8 Kit is a handheld digital video magnifier. It shows a close-up view of printed material on an 8-inch screen at up to 30X magnification. It is made for someone with vision loss who needs an electronic reading aid for small tasks and reading, at home or on the go. The kit name points to a handheld unit plus a stand, so you can hold it or set it down over what you're reading. Check what else comes in the box before ordering.

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.

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Where to get it

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$1,549.00

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How to fund this

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$1,549.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Insurance
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Charge or power the unit as the quick-start guide directs, then turn it on and hold it over something printed.
  • With a guide
    1. Set up the stand and try both the handheld and stand-mounted positions to see which feels better for the reading you do most.
    2. Adjust the magnification level and any viewing settings with a family member or low vision specialist, and plan about 30 minutes to get comfortable. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

View official support docs → (opens in a new tab)

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from HumanWare — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked May 3, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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