The LightAide is a new and unique device that includes a display of 224 LED lights on one-inch spacing. Developed by Philips and marketed by Perkins Products, the LightAide is an assistive tool for students with visual impairments.

The device is portable and lightweight. Switch connections offer opportunities for interactivity. A side control panel allows adjustment of the brightness of the lights and selection of their color.

Find out more about the LightAide:

• Philips Color Kinetics LightAide Prototype Test: Evaluation Report (PDF)
• Philips Color Kinetics LightAide Beta Test: Evaluation Report (PDF)
• Using Interactive Light to Engage, Do, and Learn (PDF)
• Using Interactive LED Lights to Engage, Do and Learn (PowerPoint)
• A Study of Purchaser's Initial Experiences with Classroom Use of the LightAide^™ (PDF)
• LightAide^™ Implementation Study (PDF)
• Using Interactive Light to Assess, Practice, and Learn (PDF)