The Magnifico Plus Portable Screen Magnifier From Maxi-Aids Makes PDA's & GPS's Accessible to Those with Low Vision

    FARMINGDALE, NY, March 25, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Maxi-Aids Products for Independent Living, leading supplier of items for the blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, arthritic, diabetic, as well as those with mobility challenges and other special needs, today introduced the new Magnifico Plus Portable Small Screen Magnifier. This magnifier promises to reduce eyestrain and fatigue for all users of PDA's and GPS units, and to make these devices accessible to those with low vision. It has quickly become popular among pilots and boaters who appreciate the clarity it gives them in viewing electronic navigational devices.

"As PDA's, GPS's and other handheld electronic devices have become a necessity to many people over the past few years, at the same time they are getting smaller. Even people with the best eyesight can have difficulty seeing the small screens and keys, especially by the end of a busy day," explains Elliot Zaretsky, president and founder of Maxi-Aids. "And in some cases those with low vision can't use these devices at all."

"You shouldn't have to squint and strain to use a PDA or GPS," says Mr. Zaretsky. "With Magnifico Plus, you don't have to. It was designed specifically to make small screens easier to see."

The Magnifico Plus is essentially a magnifying lens attached to 2 arms that pivot and telescope to allow the user to position and focus the lens to meet their individual needs. This assembly is mounted on a base plate on which the electronic device is placed. It can be used with a PDA, GPS, iPod, Blackberry, or virtually any small-screen device. The Magnifico Plus measures 5" long x 3-3/4" wide and folds flat against the device when not in use. The 2-3/4" wide x 4-3/8" long lens provides 2x-plus magnifying power (varies slightly depending on the exact distance from the lens to the device after focusing.)

The Magnifico Plus has been extremely well received, with glowing reviews appearing in publications across a number of different markets and industries:

"There'll be no more squinting at that Palm Pilot or IPAQ" - Private Pilot

"Enlarges the screen significantly." - Plane and Pilot

"These things are selling very well to the boaters among us to help us see our tiny portable GPS screens" - Good Old Boat

"I can see clearly now!" - MotorHome Magazine

"Forty something eyes will love [Magnifico]..." - Scholastic Administrator

"... quickly brings things into focus... folds down neatly" - New York Times, Circuits

"It may make the difference in deciding to use a PDA or not..." - Handheld Computing and Pocket PC Magazine

Magnifico Plus (item #606732) is sold exclusively at Maxi-Aids for $49.99.

"We are proud to be the exclusive distributor of the Magnifico Plus," concludes Mr. Zaretsky. "It can make PDA's and GPS's accessible to more people, and it allows all users to enjoy new levels of efficiency, comfort and independence in their business and personal lives."

Contact Maxi-Aids for information on Magnifico Plus or other products for independent living. Visit www.MaxiAids.com Email [email protected] Call: 1-800-522-6294. Fax: 631-752-0689. TTY: 631-752-0738.

About Maxi-Aids

Maxi-Aids is a world-leading provider of products for independent living, supplying an extensive range of aids and devices to improve the lives of the Blind, Low Vision, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Diabetic and those with mobility and other special needs. Maxi-Aids is the exclusive distributor of the Marks Script Guide writing aid for the Visually Impaired and Reizen products for special needs. For further information, please visit our website at www.MaxiAids.com or call 1-800-522-6294.

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