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View ArticleLego Braille Bricks Review
The Lego Group started shipping their Lego Braille Bricks (40656) to consumers on the 1st of September 2023 amidst widespread excitement. My set has arrived, and I wanted to provide a short Lego...
View ArticleUnited Airlines Destroys the Life of Another Disabled Person
Despite increasing scrutiny of their treatment of disabled passengers, airlines have continued their behavior undeterred. While the industry as a whole is complicit in this issue, two airlines seem to...
View ArticleUnited States Residents: Order Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Blind or Low...
As of September 25, 2023, you can place another order for one set of #12 free at-home tests with enhanced accessibility for blind or low vision people, while supplies last. Here’s what you need to know...
View ArticleSan Antonio nonprofit builds accessible playground, outdoor space for...
Emma Faye Rudkin said the new playground at her nonprofit, Aid the Silent, has no simple design. “We designed it where it has limited static electricity,” Rudkin said. “When I was growing up, I always...
View ArticleiPhone Doesn’t Have To Be So Complicated. Using Assistive Access With Sight Loss
Let’s get some small bits out of the way. If you’re already a pro-VoiceOver user, using your iPhone without issues, and doing all the normal iPhone things, then this feature isn’t for you. It may well...
View ArticleBoard Game Playing Tips for People with Vision Issues
Board games are an exciting pastime that people of all ages and walks of life can enjoy. Though many think these are a little outdated compared to gaming in the digital world, innovative board games...
View Article3 Key Perspectives When Designing For Accessibility
Here I share some Insightful, practical takeaways that I learned from my time working with a client with disabilities. It is encouraging to see that accessibility — the practice of making information...
View ArticleCan Two Blind People Install SimpliSafe Independently?
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View ArticleAmazon Launches Q, A Business Chatbot Powered By Generative Artificial...
The tech giant will launch Q — a business chatbot powered by generative artificial intelligence. The announcement, made in Las Vegas at an annual conference the company hosts for its AWS cloud...
View ArticleUse Your Braille Display to Label Your Things
In celebration of Louis Braille’s birthday this month, we thought it would be enlightening to explore using Braille with labeling solutions like WayAround. There are two good options for how to use...
View ArticleAt Your Fingertips – Braille Then And Now
In this episode, we discuss Braille education with our guest Kay. We cover topics such as using a slate and stylus for writing, accessing Braille books, personal experiences with Braille, the...
View ArticleSolo Travel without Sight: the Ultimate Guide to Traveling Blind
For blind people, the prospect of solo travel can raise even more questions. How will you find your way around your hotel? Will you be able to access public transport? How will you plan activities, and...
View ArticleRevolutionizing Accessibility: The Rise of Live Audio Description in Media
Visual media has undergone remarkable advancements in accessibility, particularly for individuals with varying levels of sight. Historically, options were limited, but the contemporary landscape offers...
View ArticleUnpacking the Accessibility & Future of Audiobooks
Unpacking the Accessibility & Future of Audiobooks Access Tech Live delves into the world of audiobooks with guests from The Audiobook Review podcast. The discussion covered the benefits of...
View ArticleApple running ‘technology investigation’ ahead of potential smart glasses launch
The Vision Pro launch might have received something of a mixed reception, but Apple has no intention of slowing its assault on the wearables market. Next on the list? Maybe a ring or a set of smart...
View ArticleStart using ChatGPT instantly
OpenAI has introduced a new feature allowing people to use ChatGPT instantly without the need for signing up. This change aims to make AI more accessible globally. Over 100 million users in 185...
View ArticleProject aims to make Springfield museum more accessible to people with visual...
Charlotte McCoy thought that the History Museum on the Square was pretty accessible for everyone: There are videos with captions. There are ramps and elevators for guests using wheelchairs. There are...
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Meet Glide. Your new walking companion.
Glide is the world’s first self-guided primary mobility aid designed to further your independence and help you live life to the fullest. We believe that freedom of mobility is a right; not a luxury....
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HIMS Unveils Braille eMotion: A Revolution in Braille Technology
HIMS introduces the Braille eMotion, a cutting-edge 40-cell refreshable braille display, designed to enhance connectivity and user experience with its innovative features. This device combines...
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