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Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday, March 28, 2024 - Volume 956
The Week's News in Access Technology
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I recently was inspired to create a shortcut and add a VoiceOver gesture to it. In a quick search, I found this wasn't documented, so wanted to create a small write-up of the process.
In this interview broadcast on Double Tap, hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece interviewed Jeff Hara, the founder of TypeAhead AI, an AI-powered screen reader for the blind and visually impaired.
A team of astronomers has created a device that lets people who are blind or have low vision experience a solar eclipse.
As technology advances, 3D printing has emerged as a powerful tool with the potential to enhance accessibility for individuals with visual impairments. Integrating tactile features into 3D-printed objects opens new possibilities for creating inclusive products. Users with visual impairments often rely on touch and tactile feedback to comprehend and navigate their surroundings. Therefore, incorporating tactile features into 3D-printed objects can significantly improve usability and accessibility. In this guide, we will explore techniques for designing and producing 3D-printed objects that cater specifically to the needs of users with visual impairments.
CSUN is particularly exciting this year because we are announcing the beta release of Access AI, a brand new AI image chat feature with a unique twist that provides an extra layer of trust. Access AI allows Aira users — who we refer to as Explorers — to take a photo, share from their photo gallery, mobile device, or computer, get a detailed description, ask follow up questions, and receive free validation of AI responses from a visual interpreter.
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6.) AI Updates
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In a significant advancement for the assistive technology community Aira has unveiled a new feature called Access AI at the 2024 39th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. This innovative addition is set to revolutionize the experience for Aira's users, known as Explorers.
This article is not about digital accessibility. It's about guide robots and guide dogs and sometimes even about human guides. I hope it will be useful for robot designers and interesting for people who would like to know more about guide dogs, guiding and navigation.
Tatum Robotics founder and chief executive officer Samantha Johnson told me in an interview earlier this month her company began as a byproduct of her Master's thesis while at Northeastern. As she explained, as an undergrad student, she took an American Sign Language, or ASL, class and part of the curriculum was going out into the community and find Deaf people with whom to practice signing and become more immersed in Deaf culture. It was then when Johnson met a Deaf-blind woman and began talking about how the woman communicates.
Control your computer in plain English. TypeAhead is an AI screen reader empowering blind and visually impaired users with AI.
Suno v3, the latest text-to-songs model, is now available for all users. Users can create songs in various languages with just a few prompt words. Suno discourages music imitating other artists and announces v4 under development.
To participate in the pilot program, individuals can purchase the ARx AI headset and register for access to the Seeing AI app through the provided links or download the latest version of the NaviLens app.
7.) Apple Updates
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An analyst note suggests licensing Gemini from Google while developing proprietary private local models could give Apple an advantage in the AI race.
With the help of the Apple Support website, users can find a lot of information about the Apple devices they own. This includes things like technical specifications, guides, and support articles. However, all this information used to be spread across multiple pages — but Apple is changing that with a new “Documentation” page.
Tips, Tutorials, Guides, Walk-Throughs and How-To's
The keyboard model in the new Microsoft Teams provides quick navigation of chats, the activity feed, and teams and channels.
Scheduling emails can be a valuable tool in managing your communication effectively. If you're aiming to maintain professionalism by sending emails during business hours or strategically timing your messages, Gmail's schedule send feature offers convenience and flexibility.
News, Trends, Updates and Opinion Editorials
Eppie is the first native desktop client to fully support Proton Mail.
Here is the recording from the BT Speak Workshop that was held over Zoom On Thursday March 21, 2024.
When I watched the "Great American Eclipse" in August 2017 from my backyard, I used the graphics in the Eclipse Soundscapes app as a visual reference, which were helpful for me to explore as someone with low vision. As I update this post in advance of the April 2024 total solar eclipse, I've discovered several other options for blind and low vision viewers to learn about and view the solar eclipse using a mix of visual, tactile, and audio modalities to convey information. Here is a round-up of solar eclipse accessibility resources designed with visually impaired audiences in mind, inclusive of solar eclipse accessibility for blind and low vision.
There is no denying that when it comes to desktops, Windows is a popular OS. But while most users prefer to use their mouse clicks and occasionally the keyboard to type in things, the latter can be useful in many more ways thanks to keyboard shortcuts that most casual users rarely use as their usage tends to be confined to enthusiasts and working professionals.
HumanWare are delighted to introduce the latest enhancement for Brailliant BI X displays and Mantis Q40, aimed at simplifying operations and maximizing productivity by offering longer-lasting battery performance.
In this episode of Access Tech Live, the hosts discuss Apple's monopoly lawsuit and the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. They highlight the advancements in braille technology, including new braille displays and the Activator braille keyboard. The conversation also covers the integration of AI and wearables in assistive technology. The hosts explore the concept of a robot dog and other tech innovations showcased at the conference. They discuss the importance of conferences for networking and mention a real-time signing service and AI real-time captioning as notable technologies.
Now Windows' only built-in text editor, there's more room for Notepad to grow.
Microsoft has long garnered plaudits for its focus on accessibility. It's a large segment of the population that is too often disregarded as an afterthought when it comes to product design. The company has offered accessibility-focused Xbox peripheral for some time and has introduced the Adaptive line of computing peripherals roughly this time last year.
A complete listing of technology books from National Braille Press.
The 40-year-old app still receives love and updates from Microsoft.
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Command your speaker to play music or curate your playlists.
The Release Candidate (RC) of NVDA 2024.1 is now available for download and testing.
Blazie Technologies is pleased to offer our newest update for the BT Speak and BT Speak Pro.
The DAISY Consortium is pleased to announce the latest release of Obi, the popular open source navigable audio book creation tool. Obi produces books conforming to the DAISY 3, DAISY 2.02, W3C Audio Books and accessible EPUB 3 specifications.
If you remember the braille N speak of old, you fell in love with it and have missed it for years? Me too!! We now have an updated model, complete with USB-C port and microSD storage. The all new. BTSpeak from Blazie Technologies is now shipping. Mine just came today and I want to give you a quick look at an unboxing and quick demo of the unit. | Audio Bite Size Chunks.
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Surveys help inform APH of the greatest needs in the community so they can gear their efforts toward making sure those needs are met. Ongoing APH surveys can be found here.
This is Scott Davert, Lead Research and Training Specialist at the Technology, Research and innovation Center at the Helen Keller National Center. One of the roles of this department is to develop training for those who work in the field of assistive technology with consumers who have a combined vision and hearing loss. The first set of webinars put together in 2022 and 2023 were based almost entirely on the results of the data collected from that survey in 2022. However, as time marches along, so too does the progress of technology. As such, we are again using a survey as a vehicle to continue creating material that professionals in the field will find valuable. If you work in the field of DeafBlindness, whether that's full time or only occasionally, I would very much appreciate your support. Your input is a vital part of this process and will be used to determine which topics and method of delivery will be utilized for producing these materials. If you have questions about the survey, please feel free to contact me via email at: sdavert@helenkeller.org 📧️.
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Aira is excited to announce the beta release of Access AI, a brand new AI image chat feature within the Aira app. Access AI allows explorers to take a photo, share from their photo gallery, mobile device, or computer, get a detailed description, ask follow up questions, and receive validation of AI responses from a visual interpreter! Jeff Thompson gives us a demonstration of the new Access AI feature, and we think you will like it! Download the Aira Explorer App as the new Access AI feature is coming. Find out more about Aira and Access AI here.
Episode 172: Android 15 Developer DP2 and more
This week, we discuss the next step in the build up to Android 15, and Google's take on AI. Android Basics: This week, we talk about the release of Android 15 Developer Preview 2. If you have an eligible device and you want to try it out, you can enroll your device. And flash it using the flash tool. We also discuss the roll-out of seamless updates to some Samsung phones, including the A55. App of the Week: Ed demonstrates Google Gemini, Google's AI app. Tip of the Week: Warren shows us how to insert a hyperlink into a Google doc.
The Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School (FMDG Music School) is committed to helping visually impaired people pursue their study of music. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Dalia Sakas, Director of Music Studies at the FMDG Music School, about the instructional programs, performances, and remote learning opportunities offered by the school.
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Neva Fairchild and Jessica Hipp are hosting a webinar about using WayAround outdoors. We will share ideas for spring cleaning, gardening, animal husbandry and more. There will be plenty of time for questions. We'll also show you how we're working with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to make trails more accessible.
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Do you use Microsoft Teams at home, work, or school? Need tips for navigating the new Teams with JAWS? Join us and special guest, Brett Humprey from Microsoft, on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at noon ET for a live webinar, “An Introduction to the New Teams with JAWS.” We'll provide an overview of the interface, show you how to navigate the different views and panes, and use keyboard commands to perform important tasks. Freedom Scientific Presenters: Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan. ACVREP Credits: ACVREP credits will be available for those who attend the live webinar.
Proceeds from this annual event go directly toward fulfilling our mission to nurture the partnership between specially trained Seeing Eye ® dogs and people with vision loss. The online auction is made possible by generous individuals and businesses who donate items for bidding. Not only will you be supporting our mission, but you will also be showcasing your products and services to thousands of our supporters! The online bidding runs from May 30, 2024 through June 11, 2024, and when the auction is live it will be hosted at https://seeingeye.org/auction. Each item listing will include a detailed description, photographs, your company's logo, and a direct link to your webpage. Auction items range from jewelry, gift cards, dog toys, sports tickets, vacation stays and more! For additional information or to donate item(s), please contact us at (973) 525-1088 📱️ or auction@seeingeye.org 📧️. Item donations should be received no later than April 12, 2024 and should be addressed to: The Seeing Eye Auction Team, 1 Seeing Eye Way, Morristown, NJ 07960. Thank you for your consideration.
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Hello Club Unmute friends!
We're providing an "Introduction to JAWS" course and we want you to join us. What day? Wednesday, April 3, for four weeks. What time? 4-5PM ET. Where? Club Unmute Zoom Room. The 4-week session will focus on the JAWS laptop keyboard layout and will cover commands to select your preferred JAWS voice, speech rate, parts of the Windows operating system, and commands to navigate web pages. By the end of the course , you'll know how to edit and save documents and the ways to access the help JAWS provides for applications. I plan to answer your questions as part of this course. It's super practical and designed to make a difference straight away. This course is requested and we are responding to your request. I do hope you plan to come to class, but if you miss it club members will have a replay sent shortly after the class. Best, Marci Duty.
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Power Up is an annual conference held by Missouri Assistive Technology providing opportunities to learn more about assistive technology for various purposes. The conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, MO.
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Audio Description (AD) makes visual images accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Using words that are succinct, vivid, and imaginative, media describers convey the visual image from television and film that is not fully accessible to a significant segment of the population (more than 32 million Americans experience significant vision loss). The implementation of the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act has spawned a virtual cottage industry for the development of description for broadcast television. Be a part of it. Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in: Working as freelance description writers for broadcast television. Working as a describer in a
local performing arts program. Working as a describer for museum exhibitions. And experienced audio describers desiring an updated refresher course.
Proceeds from this annual event go directly toward fulfilling our mission to nurture the partnership between specially trained Seeing Eye ® dogs and people with vision loss. The online auction is made possible by generous individuals and businesses who donate items for bidding. Not only will you be supporting our mission, but you will also be showcasing your products and services to thousands of our supporters! The online bidding runs from May 30, 2024 through June 11, 2024, and when the auction is live it will be hosted at https://seeingeye.org/auction. Each item listing will include a detailed description, photographs, your company's logo, and a direct link to your webpage. Auction items range from jewelry, gift cards, dog toys, sports tickets, vacation stays and more! For additional information or to donate item(s), please contact us at (973) 525-1088 📱️ or auction@seeingeye.org 📧️. Item donations should be received no later than April 12, 2024 and should be addressed to: The Seeing Eye Auction Team, 1 Seeing Eye Way, Morristown, NJ 07960. Thank you for your consideration.
Join the inaugural EmTech Digital Europe in London, April 2024. Experience live journalism, exclusive content, and insights from industry experts.
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Do you or someone you know live with a disability? Join us for a free webinar packed with inspiring stories and practical tools on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing lives for the better! We'll be joined by AbilityNet's Head of Digital Inclusion, Robin Christopherson MBE and special guests, including the Headway brain injury association.
Please join us on April 18th, 2024, at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, CA, as we gather to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of individuals who have made a profound impact for people who are blind or have low vision.
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Whether you're preparing information for staff, community partners, or the individuals you serve, you don't need to be an accessibility expert to make your documents more accessible to readers of all abilities. Join Steve Kelley as we explore some of the simple ways to make documents more user-friendly and where to find additional guides and resources for taking the next steps.
In its 12th year at MIT, EmTech Digital focuses on the future of AI in business and society. Join this notable conference in May 2024.
Proceeds from this annual event go directly toward fulfilling our mission to nurture the partnership between specially trained Seeing Eye ® dogs and people with vision loss. The online auction is made possible by generous individuals and businesses who donate items for bidding. Not only will you be supporting our mission, but you will also be showcasing your products and services to thousands of our supporters! The online bidding runs from May 30, 2024 through June 11, 2024, and when the auction is live it will be hosted at https://seeingeye.org/auction. Each item listing will include a detailed description, photographs, your company's logo, and a direct link to your webpage. Auction items range from jewelry, gift cards, dog toys, sports tickets, vacation stays and more! For additional information or to donate item(s), please contact us at (973) 525-1088 📱️ or auction@seeingeye.org 📧️. Item donations should be received no later than April 12, 2024 and should be addressed to: The Seeing Eye Auction Team, 1 Seeing Eye Way, Morristown, NJ 07960. Thank you for your consideration.
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About: ATGuys.com. Your access technology experts, home for cool gadgets, accessories, and more. Our products are all tested to work great for blind and visually impaired users but also work just as well for anyone. If there's an item you're looking for, or if you have a question, please don't hesitate to send us a message or call (269) 216-4798 📱️.
Mobility can be tricky. Ultrasound obstacle detectors to detect upper body obstacles, handheld GPS for turn-by-turn navigation, smart glasses to read building numbers or get scene descriptions... What if all of that was done by a single device? biped is the world's first all-in-one mobility harness. It's worn on the shoulders, has cameras on the left side of the chest, a small AI computer on the right side, and batteries behind the neck. The device can detect obstacles (head or ground level, including holes), provide GPS navigation with turn-by-turn instructions, and upon the press of the "AI button" on the right side of the chest, generate descriptions of your surroundings. biped was developed in Switzerland, with 250 beta-testers, O&M trainers, and autonomous driving researchers.
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Website: https://biped.ai/ 🌐️
Email: hello@biped.ai 📧️
Get Your Biped: European and US orders (including Switzerland) can already be dispatched (usual production and shipping time is 9 weeks). Biped is only available in Europe and in the US for now, but we are expanding the list of supporting countries quickly.
Check Out The Demo: Check out the Biped.ai video demo here.
About: Biped.ai is an innovative company that specializes in creating advanced mobility aids for people with vision loss. Their flagship product is the biped smart harness, a groundbreaking device designed to aid visually impaired individuals in navigating their surroundings with greater ease and safety.
Company Overview: Biped.ai operates under the umbrella of Fusion Lab Technologies Sàrl, a company based in Switzerland. The company was established with a commitment to enhancing mobility and independence for those with vision impairments. Biped.ai has made significant strides in this field by leveraging cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence.
Product Description: The biped smart harness is a lightweight (900 grams) and wearable device designed to be worn on the shoulders. It's equipped with three cameras positioned on the left side of the chest, a battery located behind the neck, and a small computer on the right side of the chest. These components work in tandem to provide a self-driving car-like experience for pedestrians.
The harness is capable of detecting a wide range of obstacles, including holes, branches, traffic signs, pedestrians, bicycles, and electric scooters. It utilizes artificial intelligence to predict collision risks and provides auditory warnings through Bluetooth headphones. These warnings are issued as short "beeps" to alert the user of potential dangers. Additionally, the device is equipped with GPS functionality to offer turn-by-turn navigation instructions, which are also relayed through the headphones.
Features and Functionality:
Obstacle Detection: The harness uses its cameras to scan a 170-degree field of view, functioning effectively both day and night. It can identify various obstacles and provides auditory warnings to the user.
GPS Navigation: The device integrates GPS to deliver navigation instructions and is capable of detecting crosswalks and traffic lights for enhanced navigation support.
Design: Weighing just 900 grams, the biped is designed for comfort and ease of use. It is worn on the shoulders, with strategically placed components for optimal functionality.
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The debate is on: Orbit Writer vs. Hable One - which one leads the pack in providing the best user experience for visually impaired users? Each has its unique features, advantages, and reasons why it might be the perfect fit for your digital life. But only one can claim the top spot. Dive into the new article and discover which braille keyboard emerges victorious in our latest comparison. Curious to find out more about the Hable One and how it could revolutionize your tech toolkit? Visit Hable's website or check out the Amazon USA store for an in-depth look at a device that's changing the life for braille users worldwide.
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About: The Echobatix app for iPhone offers text accessibility for touch screens at your fingertip and for text on objects in your hand. We combine hand detection with optical character recognition so that you can interact quickly with text. No WiFi or cell connection is required.
If you have difficulty reading text, or if you find touch screens and product labels completely inaccessible, give the Echobatix app a try. The app supports large fonts and VoiceOver. You can provide feedback from within the app itself. We'd love to read your suggestions.
The Echobatix app offers monthly and yearly subscriptions with a one-week free trial. When you first start the app you'll be prompted to select a subscription, but the first week is free, and you can cancel at any time.
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AYES is happy to announce the launch of our new application OKO. OKO uses artificial intelligence and the back camera to recognize the pedestrian traffic light and inform the user of the walk, don't walk and the countdown state. We bring this state back to the user with three types of feedback, visual overlay, vibrations and audio feedback.
The application does not rely on any adaptations to the traffic light and runs locally on the smartphone, this means that it works at every intersection.
We always recommend to hold the phone at chest level with the camera pointing towards the direction that you want to cross. You can then rotate your chest between 10 to 15 degrees to locate the pedestrian traffic light. The moment we see that light the software immediately reacts. This helps to orient in the right direction and also stops you from veering off into traffic because the moment you veer off the feedback stops, you reorient and receive feedback to continue in the right direction.
Sponsor Since: March 16, 2023 📅️
Website: https://ayes.ai/ 🌐️
App: Download the OKO App from the Apple App Store here.
Email: hello@ayes.ai 📧️
About: AYES was founded by three experienced AI engineers that are defining autonomous navigation for blind and visually impaired people.
AYES.ai is the creator of the OKO App.
Simply point the back camera of the phone towards the intersection that you want to cross and the OKO application will instantly detect the traffic light and inform the user through audio and haptic feedback.
The OKO application can provide multiple services for your company, city or your country, all independent of physical infrastructure. This can increase your accessibility to 100%, overnight. OKO provides an accessible traffic light at every intersection. And, best of all, all OKO data is completely anonymized, ensuring your personal privacy at all times.
The OKO app is fully independent from infrastructure and does not require a Wi-Fi or Cellular connection to operate at full capacity. The algorithm runs locally on your device, meaning that it works consistently and reliably every single time. The application has been trained on more than 150,000 images and continues to improve. Download the app today.
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About: Based in California, Sterling Adaptives supplies the most technologically advanced equipment and software currently available. We serve those who are blind or have visual impairment and also others with disabilities.
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About: The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit social enterprise providing employment, support, and training opportunities for people who are blind, deafblind, and blind with other disabilities. The Lighthouse has provided employment and support to people who are blind in our community since 1918.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a successful manufacturing organization with over 60 years of experience in precision machining. We produce an array of machined parts and plastic injection molding for various aerospace manufacturers, as well as a host of office products and hydration equipment sold to the Federal Government and the U.S. Military. We also own and operate stores on military bases along the West Coast. Our products and services include:
• Manufacturing: We are a successful manufacturing organization committed to making jobs accessible to individuals who are blind. Our manufacturing operations center on making quality products for the Federal Government under the AbilityOne Program and producing parts for aerospace manufacturers.
• Managed Services: The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. offers a variety of services to our commercial, federal, and military customers. These include Contract Management Support (CMS) services for government contracting offices.
• Base Supply Centers: We operate 12 AbilityOne Base Supply Centers (BSCs) that offer easy customer access to Lighthouse products, direct feedback and communication with customers, and employment opportunities for individuals who are blind in geographic areas not served by larger nonprofit agencies.
WayAround is a smartphone-based labeling app that works with your preferred accessibility settings. You just need the free mobile app and some WayTags ® to label items in the kitchen, garden, closet, office & more.
If you want to label something that's inside, outside, wet, dry, hot, or cold, there's a WayTag that will attach securely. WayTags come as stickers, buttons, magnets, and clips. Each of the different styles of WayTags work exactly the same. Simply choose the WayTag that's best for what you want to label.
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About: WayAround is the app for your smart device that provides on-demand details about everyday things. The simple tag-and-scan approach lets you quickly and easily identify things around you. It also provides extra details, like how something works or when it expires. The result? Doing more of the things you want, with more confidence and more independence.
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Accessible labels for the blind, deafblind, and anyone with vision loss. Your biggest problem isn't poor eyesight. It's that so much of the information in the world is visual. But you shouldn't have to wait around for someone else to get the information you need. Or carry around a bulky, outdated device. There is a better way to get accurate and complete information every time. So you can reduce stress and gain independence.
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About: Aira's mission is to remove barriers and make the world more accessible with visual interpreting.
We provide a live, human-to-human professional assistance service, an accommodation or productivity tool, that enhances independence by delivering on-demand, skilled and reliable visual interpreting for just about any task. Using the powerful combination of a camera and the Aira app on someone's device of 'choice', a professionally-trained agent will assist by visually interpreting what is in the camera's view or on screen, from describing to reading, from explaining to navigating - just about anything, safely and securely. Aira supports a growing range of devices including smart and tactile button phones, desktop computers and soon, wearables.
Whether you are involved in the work of business, the work of school or the work of life, Aira enhances everyday efficiency, engagement, and independence. Used by employees and customers of hundreds of organizations including airports, banks, the largest software companies, financial firms, retailers and universities, we invite you to join the community, access the Aira app today and try it for free.
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Step One: Subscribe and Download. Pick the plan that lets you explore on your terms and on your time, sign up in a few minutes, and download the Aira app to your smartphone. Plans shown are for the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Add or cancel at any time.
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Everyone deserves equal access to the internet which is why Fable works with people with disabilities who use assistive technologies like switch controls to improve the accessibility of websites and apps. Fable Pathways, a free, accessible, and on-demand skill-building program, is an extension of Fable's mission. Fable Pathways provides new opportunities for people with disabilities to gain the skills they need, from experts like Judy Heumann and Kelly Ford, to contribute to improving digital accessibility.
Sponsor Since: June 30, 2022 📅️
Website: https://fablepathways.com/ 🌐️
Email: community@makeitfable.com 📧️
Phone: (888) 212-3532 📱️ Extension 810
About: Just like curb cuts help everyone get on and off sidewalks, designing digital products with accessibility in mind helps make the internet more accessible for everyone. Fable is an accessibility platform powered by people with disabilities. Fable connects people with disabilities to accessibility managers, user researchers, designers, and developers to build incredible and accessible user experiences.
Opportunities:
➜ Fable Pathways: Fable Pathways is a free skill development program for people with disabilities interested in working in the tech sector. Sign up to take your career to the next level. Courses include "Getting started in web development" taught by Kelly Ford, a screen reader user, and Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, and "Becoming a manager" taught by Fable's Head of Accessibility Innovation, Kate Kalcevich. Instructors are subject matter experts in their fields and have lived experience with disability. Pathways courses are free, self-paced and assistive-technology-friendly. Sign up now at https://fablepathways.com/.
➜ Fable's Community of Accessibility Testers: Work from home to contribute to real changes in digital accessibility and make the internet a more accessible place for everyone. Ever leave a website because it was too hard to navigate? Because it was missing button labels? Because it didn't respond to voice commands? Us too. Our community of testers who use assistive technologies work from home and contribute to real changes in digital accessibility with recognizable brands. Earn money to share your feedback on websites and apps of your favorite brands and work with companies that care. No experience required and no resume required. Fable is looking for assistive technology users in the USA and Canada to work the hours that they want, from the comfort of their own homes. Learn more at https://fablepathways.com/community/.
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Location: Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia
Time Zone: Australia Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT) (GMT+10)
In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits, David also serves as an Editor to the Access Information News Publication and is also the National Commercial Assistive Technology Advisor for Vision Australia where he has worked since 1990. Over this time he has assisted people who are blind or vision impaired in their home, education, and work settings to take advantage of the benefits of using assistive and main stream technology.
David Woodbridge
Editorial Contributor (2023-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
Editorial Contributor (2023-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
National Commercial Assistive Technology Advisor
(1990 - Present)
Vision Australia 🌐
Live the life you choose. We're here to support all Australians who are blind or have low vision.
Volunteer Editorial Contributor Since: January 9, 2024
Location: Benton City, WA
Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT) (GMT-6/GMT-7)
In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits and Access Information News, Vicki works as a Web Accessibility Specialist / IT Quality Assurance Tester at Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Vicki Walton
Editorial Contributor (2024-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
Editorial Contributor (2024-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
Web Accessibility Specialist / IT Quality Assurance Tester
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges 🌐
Better Jobs, Brighter Futures, a Stronger Washington
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