Below is the list of devices for the 2026 Samuel Genensky – Carl Foley Magnification Award.
Mano 5 Electronic Magnifier by Reinecker
Donated by C Tech Low Vision
Detailed Description:
- 5.1” low-reflection, matte display screen with high resolution magnification from 4X-20X
- Comes with a fold-out handle and a pop-out stand for easier reading and writing tasks
- Simple 3 button operation with touch zoom controls
- Other useful features include: Freeze frame, 19 color combinations with 3 saved combinations, haptic (vibration) feedback, and output to a TV for larger screen viewing.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 6 x 3 x 1 in / 15 x 7 x 2.5 cm
- Weight: Less than 7 ounces
- 3.5 hour battery life
Mercury 8 Electronic Magnifier with Speech
Donated by LS&S Learn Sound and Sight
Detailed Description:
- Durable, handheld, 8″ tablet magnifier with accurate full page OCR to both magnify printed material on a large screen and to scan (via snapshot) and listen to that same printed material
- In reading/OCR mode, users can start and pause speech, as well as follow reading progress on the screen, while manipulating the size and color of the material being read
- Features a wide, 8-inch screen with rubber grips and a case designed for rough handling
- Can also be used as a regular Android tablet with the full Android eco-system of apps
- Touch screen controls with 2-finger pinch for zoom in/out
- 1-Tap access to OCR/Reading Mode
- Shockproof Polycarbonate case
- Full page accurate OCR
- Access to Android system
- Multiple color schemes, freeze frame, and image saving
- Multiple languages with natural sounding voices and speed control
- Integrated foldable legs, with room for writing underneath
- Headphone jack
- 4 hour battery life
TOPAZ® XL HD Desktop CCTV by Vispero
Donated by Vispero
Detailed Description:
- High-definition camera to provide a crisp image that is easy to read at all magnification levels at 1080p resolution
- Widest field of view to fit more text on the screen at once, for greater productivity with less fatigue
- Position Locator to pinpoint the area you see on the monitor
- Compatible with GEM® and OpenBook® Scanning and Reading Software to send the image from TOPAZ XL HD to a computer to read it aloud
ClearView+ Desktop CCTV by Optelec (Refurbished 2014 model)
Donated by Envision Dallas
Base Unit with XY Table and appropriate cables
Detailed Description:
- Provides comfortable reading at close proximity
- Has a smooth sliding reading platform to help navigate around documents
- Screen can be moved up or down, forward or backward, and can be tilted for optimal viewing
- ClearView+ is simple with a “one-button” main control located on the reading platform
- Lesser used controls can be hidden with a cover
Specifications
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 26.5 x 19.7 in / 42 x 67.5 x 50 cm
- Weight: 46.3 – 65 lbs (depending on model)