Differences Between Blue2 FT and Previous Blue2 Products

Introduction

We’ve completely re-engineered Blue2 FT to improve Bluetooth performance, integrate FeatherTouch switches, and simplify its design. Blue2 FT allows you to wirelessly control almost any iPad, computer, or mobile phone with one or two switches (switch access software required).

Differences Between Blue2FT and Previous Blue2 Products

The video below gives an overview the changes that were made. A summary of the same information is offered in the table below the video.

Blue2 4th Generation switch, 1 white square and 1 yellow square connected by black rectangle

Blue2 FT Switch, 1 blue circle and 1 yellow circle connected by black plastic

	Blue2 (previous gen)	Blue2 FT
Look	White and orange square switch tops	Blue and yellow round switch tops
Keyboard Commands	Pre-determined modes	Based on commonly used keyboard commands in AAC apps
Switch Tops	Tactile switch tops	FeatherTouch proximity sensor switch tops
Mouse Right-Click/Left-Click	Available	N/A
Program Keyboard Commands	Program keyboard commands via a USB keyboard	N/A
Feedback	Visual feedback	Visual and auditory feedback (can be turned on/off)
Charger Type	Micro USB	USB C
Continuous Activation	N/A	Continuously activating the switch top on Blue2 FT will repeatedly send the same keyboard command
External Switch Connected	Blue2 switch tops remain active	Deactivates Blue2 FT switch tops
Battery Life	40 hours of continuous use	54 hours of continuous use (27% increase)

Tips and Troubleshooting

Please visit the Blue2 FT Support Hub for additional support resources. If you have any additional questions, please contact the ableCARE Product Success Team for further assistance.