Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday, April 23, 2026 – Volume 1064

Make Your Computer Easier To Use – IFINE AmpliGame D6 Stream Controller | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | April 22, 2026

Showcasing new adaptive hardware, Sam reviews the Fifine AmpliGame D6 stream controller and explores its benefits for blind or visually impaired computer users. With 15 customizable LCD macro keys, Sam demonstrates how the device can streamline daily workflows and boost accessibility by minimizing the need for complex desktop navigation.

Introducing The All New Free Archive Readiness Assessment from Pneuma Solutions

Introducing The All New Free Archive Readiness Assessment from Pneuma Solutions

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ADA Title II Deadline: April 24, 2026

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If you’re a state or local government entity serving a population of 50,000 or more, your ADA Title II document accessibility deadline is April 24, 2026.

For organizations with large document archives, the biggest risk right now is not remediation. It is starting remediation without understanding what the archive actually contains.

Most public sector backlogs include a mix of scanned PDFs, born-digital files, forms, tables, inconsistent templates, and years of accumulated documents. Planning remediation without understanding that mix is one of the fastest ways to waste time and budget.

That is why Pneuma Solutions is offering a Free Archive Readiness Assessment.

The Assessment Is the Headline. The 1,000 Pages Are the Proof.

The Archive Readiness Assessment includes a representative 1,000-page remediation sample taken from your own documents.

The goal is simple. Help organizations understand the structure and complexity of their backlog before committing to a full remediation strategy.

What the Assessment Provides

• A clear breakdown of your archive content mix
• A practical triage framework for prioritizing remediation
• A realistic throughput model tied to your compliance timeline
• A representative 1,000-page remediation sample from your own documents

This allows agencies to answer the questions that matter:

• What needs remediation now?
• What can be delivered on demand?
• What may qualify for limited exceptions?
• And most importantly, can remediation actually scale across the archive?

Program Limits

• One Archive Readiness Assessment per entity every 12 months
• Designed for archives of 10,000 pages or more
• A short onboarding meeting (about 30 minutes)
• The document sample must be representative of your archive

This program is designed for organizations facing real archive challenges, not one-off document fixes.

Request the Archive Readiness Assessment

To request the Free Archive Readiness Assessment, including the representative 1,000-page remediation sample, contact Pneuma Solutions:

• Email: remediation@pneumasolutions.com 📧️.
• Contact Form: https://pneumasolutions.com/contact/.

Tip: Use the subject line Archive Readiness Assessment so we can route your request immediately.

Mike Calvo
CEO & Co-Founder
Pneuma Solutions

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1.) Top 5 Most Clicked Tidbits From Last Week 📊️

A.) The Joys And Frustrations Of Living Blind With Modern Tech | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 10, 2026

Opening with their trademark wit, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece navigate the unpredictable landscape of adaptive tech, from Facebook’s latest VoiceOver hiccups to the nostalgic quirks of vintage Braille gadgets. Their frank conversation balances laugh-out-loud tech tales with raw reflections on independence and the emotional tides of living with vision loss, all while drawing listeners in with listener anecdotes that hit home for the blind and visually impaired community.

B.) These Fifth Graders Vibe Coded a Real-World Braille Tool – And Wowed Their Microsoft Teacher | GeekWire.com | April 14, 2026

GeekWire profiles six fifth-grade students at the Global Idea School in Redmond, Washington who used GitHub Spark to build a Braille 3D Generator that converts text into printable tactile models. The class is taught by Microsoft AI for Good Lab director Juan Lavista Ferres.

C.) VoiceOver Tips For Email, WhatsApp, And Safari On macOS | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 15, 2026

In a hands-on exchange, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece trade real-world tactics for making macOS, WhatsApp, and Apple Mail more accessible to blind users. The pair unpacks everything from shortcut wizardry and window management tricks to cross-platform headaches and frustrations with password tech, while debuting a barebones app for link and note organization that skips messaging app clutter.

D.) AI-Powered Robotic Guide Dog Uses Voice To Guide Visually Impaired Users In Real Time | MSN.com | April 8, 2026

A robotic guide dog leveraging AI technology provides real-time voice guidance for visually impaired users. The system processes environmental data to navigate complex spaces, offering an alternative to traditional guide dogs. Details about the device’s release date, pricing, and pilot user experiences were not specified.

E.) OpenClaw And The Potential Of AI For Accessibility | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 14, 2026

Spearheading a conversation on the frontiers of tech, Double Tap welcomes Jakob Rosin to unpack how OpenClaw is giving blind users unprecedented digital independence. Hosts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece confront both the breakthrough potential of AI agents in automating complex routines and the new risks they introduce, from privacy headaches to unintended real-world consequences.

2.) Apple Updates 🍎️

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A.) Read up to 10 Lines of Braille With Dot Book on iOS | DotInCorp.com | April 17, 2026

Dot Inc. releases version 1.0.9 of the free Dot Book app for iPhone and iPad, which pairs with the Dot Pad X to display up to ten lines of braille at once. The line count is user-adjustable in Settings.

B.) Tiera: a Free Navigation App for Visually Impaired People | AppleVis.com | April 8, 2026

AppleVis hosts a forum post from the Tiera team introducing a free iOS navigation app for blind and low-vision users. It offers spoken directions, optional audio or vibration cues, and a camera-based checkpoint feature for confirming heading in the final approach to a destination.

3.) AI Updates ✨️

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A.) 10 Ways to Use Aira With AI Glasses From Meta | Aira.io | April 20, 2026

Aira highlights ten everyday scenarios where visual interpreters can assist through AI glasses from Meta, including finding entrances, navigating busy transit hubs, identifying products and labels, cooking, reading mail, and locating offices or landmarks.

B.) Important Update for My Custom GPTs: Version 2 Is Out | Substack.com | April 20, 2026

Taylor Arndt rebuilt all six of his accessibility-focused custom GPTs and released version 2. The lineup covers a WCAG 2.2 Reference, Assistive Technology Trainer, Section 508 Reference, EN 301 549 Reference, NVDA Add-on Assistant, and Accessibility Interview Coach, with a focus on making each more screen reader friendly.

C.) Use Aira Hands Free With AI Glasses From Meta | Aira.io | April 20, 2026

Aira now supports AI glasses from Meta directly in the Aira Explorer app on iPhone, with Android support coming soon. The integration replaces the previous workaround and lets users stay hands-free during calls. The post walks through the steps to update the apps, pair the glasses, and grant the Bluetooth permissions needed to share live video with the interpreter.

D.) Brite AI Smart Glasses and Software | BriteAI.net | April 17, 2026

Brite AI offers AI-powered smart glasses paired with an Android app focused on navigation, text reading, social awareness, and people recognition, plus a selection of compatible camera hardware. The Tech-VI list owner shares the information for awareness, with no endorsement implied.

E.) EchoVision Smart Glasses Workshop Recording Available | Florida Outreach Center for the Blind | April 17, 2026

The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind shares the full video recording of its April 16 Zoom workshop on the EchoVision smart glasses for anyone who could not attend live.

F.) AI Tools to Help Vision-Impaired Are Good, but Could Be Better | TechXpLore.com | April 16, 2026

Tech Xplore reports on a Cornell Tech study of 20 blind and low-vision participants using a multimodal large language model for visual assistance. The researchers propose nine skills that future AI assistants should exhibit, including neutral factual communication, transparent uncertainty handling, and graceful handoff to human helpers.

G.) Agiga Echo Smart Glasses: Early Impressions From a Blindness Perspective | BlackSphereTech.com | April 16, 2026

A blogger shares early impressions from two months using a pre-release Agiga Echo smart glasses unit, noting its light weight, tactile button layout, purpose-built operating modes, and AI responses tailored for blind users. Final production is scheduled for late spring or early summer.

H.) From Fovionics: Smart Glasses Updates and App Store Pending | FOvIonicS.com | April 16, 2026

Fovionics shares an update on its smart glasses program, noting that its iOS companion app has been submitted for App Store review and highlighting recent improvements to automatic reconnection, wake-word hands-free interaction, faster web search responses, over-the-air updates, and use outside of home Wi-Fi.

I.) A Guide to the New on-Device View Assistant for the Blind by Privacy AI | AppleVis.com | April 13, 2026

AppleVis publishes a step-by-step setup guide for Privacy AI, an on-device iOS, iPadOS, and Mac tool that uses local AI to describe what the camera sees without sending data to the cloud. The guide covers downloading the vision model, configuring capture intervals and prompts, and navigating the app with VoiceOver.

J.) These AI-Powered Guide Dogs Don’t Just Lead, They Talk | TechXpLore.com | April 8, 2026

Tech Xplore reports on a Binghamton University project pairing robotic guide dogs with large language models to deliver real-time verbal feedback to blind travelers. The paper was presented at the 40th AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Singapore.

Tips, Tutorials, Guides, Reviews, Walk-Throughs and How-To’s 📚️

4.) JAWS Power Tip: How To Navigate Comments in Word with JAWS | Freedom Scientific via TopTechTidbits.com | April 23, 2026

Comments are used to make suggestions in a document without changing the text. Visually, they appear in balloons inside the margins. You can read, reply to, and delete comments using keyboard commands. Here’s how to navigate among comments from any location in your document using JAWS.

News, Trends, Updates and Opinion Editorials 📰️

5.) Balancing Kindness And Privacy: Be My Eyes’ CEO Speaks Out | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 22, 2026

Sitting down with Be My Eyes CEO Mike Buckley, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece scrutinize the platform’s response to privacy breaches and social media misuse among volunteers. The discussion highlights how Be My Eyes is working to educate its community, enforce guidelines, and clarify the safe use of its service after a marathon-related controversy and reports of call recordings shared online.

6.) How To Scan A Web Page Using The Accessible Web Helper | The Accessibility Guy | YouTube.com | April 22, 2026

Showcasing digital accessibility tools, Shawn Jordison walks viewers through how to efficiently scan a webpage with the Accessible Web Helper extension. He highlights practical features that empower developers to quickly spot and fix UX barriers in real time.

7.) Make Your Computer Easier To Use – IFINE AmpliGame D6 Stream Controller | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | April 22, 2026

Showcasing new adaptive hardware, Sam reviews the Fifine AmpliGame D6 stream controller and explores its benefits for blind or visually impaired computer users. With 15 customizable LCD macro keys, Sam demonstrates how the device can streamline daily workflows and boost accessibility by minimizing the need for complex desktop navigation.

8.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2616: Individualized Low Vision Care for Better Living | April 22, 2026

Many people with vision loss are unaware that low vision specialists provide highly individualized services that differ from routine eye care. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with low vision optometrists Dr. David Simpson and Dr. Cade Oost about personalized evaluations, tailored tools, and goal based strategies that help people stay active and independent.

9.) Apple CEO Tim Cook To Step Down, John Ternus To Lead As Company Eyes AI And Wearables Future | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 21, 2026

Sitting down with the news that Tim Cook will step aside after 15 years at Apple’s helm, Steven Scott unpacks the immediate implications for leadership and innovation in Cupertino. Scott explores how John Ternus, who helped steer the Apple Silicon migration, is poised to keep Apple on course with its push into AI, wearables, and seamless ecosystem integration.

10.) Right-Hear Expands Indoor Orientation For Blind And Low Vision Users With Real-Time Updates | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 21, 2026

Sitting down with the news that Right-Hear’s indoor orientation platform has surpassed 2,000 locations globally, Steven Scott investigates how real-time spatial updates are reshaping accessibility for blind and low vision communities. The episode highlights the company’s distinct approach to orientation, instant environment updates, and advocacy-driven expansion for public and commercial spaces.

11.) Tim Cook Steps Down, Aira Now On Meta Glasses & Right-Hear Orientation App In Focus | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 21, 2026

Sitting down with seismic news from Cupertino, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dissect Tim Cook’s decision to leave the CEO role at Apple and what John Ternus’s appointment signals for the company’s direction on AI, privacy, and hardware. The discussion pivots to accessibility tech, as the arrival of Aira on Meta smart glasses and new orientation tools from Right-Hear expand the possibilities for blind and low vision users navigating public spaces.

12.) Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Review | AccessibleAndroid.com | April 21, 2026

Accessible Android reviews the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 after three months of daily use, looking at how it holds up as a primary Android tablet for writing, browsing, file management, and app testing.

13.) For Sky Q Customers in the United Kingdom: Andre Louis Develops a Web Remote | Andre Louis | April 21, 2026

Andre Louis shares Sky Scout, a browser-based, screen-reader-friendly web remote for Sky Q satellite boxes in the UK. The tool can discover Sky Q boxes on the local network, browse channels, jump straight to a channel, and read back live status.

14.) Airacast New Episode: Meta Smart Glasses Integration | Airacast | April 21, 2026

The latest Airacast episode covers Aira’s hands-free integration with AI glasses from Meta. Aira’s Lynette Frison walks through how voice and camera interactions with the glasses connect to a professional visual interpreter.

15.) EchoVision Update: Growing Our Community and Our Path to V1 | AGIGA | April 21, 2026

AGIGA shares an update on EchoVision covering an invitation-only expansion of the Pioneer Program, two new subscription tiers (a free Explorer tier and a paid Independence tier), a refined V1 shipping timeline starting in June for early testers, and an updated AGIGA website.

16.) Braille eMotion Firmware Update: V1.5 | Selvas BLV | April 21, 2026

Selvas BLV releases firmware V1.5 for the Braille eMotion. The update adds the Braille Practice application, the ability to create language profiles, direct embossing from the device, HID fixes across several screen readers, and updated JAWS key maps that will also apply to Bluetooth in the May JAWS update.

17.) Giving Pages a Clear Shape by Using Headings | IntoPia.digital | April 21, 2026

Intopia’s Steve Barnett walks through three common heading mistakes accessibility consultants encounter: text marked up as a heading when it isn’t one, text that should be a heading but isn’t, and headings whose wording does not reflect the section they introduce. The piece explains why screen reader users, bookmarklet users, and AI summarizers all benefit from accurate heading structure.

18.) NVDA 2026.1Beta12 Available for Testing | NVAccess.org | April 21, 2026

NV Access releases NVDA 2026.1beta12. The build ships MathCAT math support built in, improvements to speech and braille output, the ability to announce spelling and grammar errors via sound, 64-bit SAPI 5 voice support, and several browse-mode fixes. It also drops support for Windows 8.1, 32-bit Windows, Windows 10 on ARM, and Wiris MathPlayer.

19.) New Build of FastSM for Android | Mason Asons | April 21, 2026

A new Android build of FastSM, a Mastodon and Bluesky client, adds initial BrailleSense 6 support via long-press menus as an alternative to TalkBack accessibility actions. The update also introduces quote post support, post templates, and the ability to enable or disable the TalkBack Braille Keyboard for submission gestures.

20.) Turning Ideas Into Assistive Tools With Vibe Coding | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 20, 2026

In this conversational spotlight, Steven Scott shares his latest experiments with AI-driven coding assistants to create accessible tools for blind tech users. He and Shaun Preece explore both the promise and the persistent challenges of collaborating with AI to build NVDA add-ons and custom audio players, highlighting the unique role of structured prompting and community feedback in their process.

21.) ADA Title II Deadline Pushed Back One Year | The Accessibility Guy | YouTube.com | April 20, 2026

Cutting through the debate on recent ADA compliance shifts, Shawn Jordison examines the Department of Justice’s decision to extend Title II web and mobile accessibility deadlines by one year. He underscores that enforcement has been delayed but not diminished, leaving the mandate for accessible digital services firmly in place.

22.) More Recordings of Vintage Blindness Assistive Technology Tutorial Tapes | Archive.org | April 20, 2026

Ameer Armaly shares another batch of digitized vintage blindness assistive technology training cassettes on the Internet Archive, including a cassette manual for the Pulse Data Braille Companion and Peter Scialli’s Windows 95: Removing the Screen tutorial. Listeners can stream from the archive pages or download the original files.

23.) Mainstream: Gucci & Google Glasses, Microsoft Surface Prices Soar & Amazon Steps Into Space | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 19, 2026

Sitting down with the news of Google partnering with Gucci to reboot smart glasses, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down what luxury brands mean for the next wave of XR wearables. The episode surveys surging MacBook Neo demand, rising Microsoft Surface prices, and how Amazon aims to disrupt with satellite internet.

24.) Gene Therapy For Vision Loss Explained – An Interview With AAVantgarde | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | April 18, 2026

In this analytical breakdown, Sam looks at the prospects and pitfalls of ocular gene therapy for inherited retinal diseases with guest Dr. Jayashree Sahni from AAVantgarde. The conversation clarifies how gene therapy is being tested for conditions like Stargardt and Usher syndrome, what clinical trial participation really means, and where patient expectations meet scientific reality.

25.) Weekend: Real-Life Blind Parenting Tips From Garth And Jordi | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 18, 2026

Sitting down with parents Garth and Jordi, Shaun Preece unpacks the creative realities of raising a newborn as blind parents. The episode moves beyond common perceptions, dissecting tactics like choosing carriers over prams and integrating guide dogs into family life for a fresh perspective on parenting with limited sight.

26.) Speech Central on Android vs iOS in 2026: a Detailed Platform Comparison | SpeechCentral.net | April 18, 2026

Speech Central compares its Android and iOS apps on voice quality, pricing, offline support, third-party TTS engines, cloud TTS, PDF handling, and cross-device sync. The piece argues the two platforms have reached near-feature parity, with Android leading on third-party offline voices and iOS holding an edge on PDF processing via PDFKit.

27.) The Simple PTT Lucid: a Push-to-Talk Radio Built With the Blind Community in Mind | BlindAccessJournal.com | April 18, 2026

Blind Access Journal profiles the Simple PTT Lucid, a nationwide push-to-talk-over-cellular radio developed by Scott Johnson after a blind user, Jed Barton, approached him about accessibility. The Lucid uses a seven-button layout, a multi-carrier SIM, and a fully spoken menu system that reads every option, channel, and member name aloud.

28.) Your Feedback: AI On Your Face, Talking Air Fryers & Fish Hammocks | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 17, 2026

Sitting down with an inbox full of listener stories, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece spark a lively conversation about Orion smart glasses, voice-activated air fryers, and the evolving landscape of accessible tech. The hosts debate practical experiences with AI tools like Perplexity and Claude, and spotlight challenges around inclusivity in both mobility and smart homes.

29.) Blind Veterans UK Member Explores Accessible Tech And Embraces New Digital Skills | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 17, 2026

Sitting down with the story of Clive Jones, Steven Scott highlights how Blind Veterans UK empowers its members to rebuild independence through accessible technology and digital skills. The segment examines Jones’s journey from initial reluctance to confidently using iPhone apps and testing Meta smart glasses, reflecting a pivotal shift in how accessible tech is reshaping daily life for blind veterans.

30.) Making Court Filings Accessible the Moment They Enter the System | PneumaSolutions.com | April 17, 2026

Pneuma Solutions announces Accessible Archive for court e-filing portals. The product applies Augmented Media Remediation to documents as they are submitted, so filings are usable when they are first accessed rather than after the fact, which the company positions as a direct answer to ADA Title II effective-communication requirements.

31.) ReBokeh for Android is Coming | April 17, 2026

We are thrilled to share that ReBokeh is coming to Android, and we are actively seeking Beta testers to provide feedback, and help us identify bugs. Our team has been hard at work making sure that we provide the same usable, stable, and seamless experience on Android as you have come to know us for on iOS – and we truly appreciate your patience and persistence getting there. If you are interested in working with us as a Beta tester, please sign up below, and we will let you know when ReBokeh for Android is ready for testing.

32.) Vibe Coding With AI: How Blind Users Can Build Their Own Tools | Double Tap | YouTube.com | April 16, 2026

Showcasing the power of AI-fueled accessibility, Steven Scott breaks down how blind users are leveraging vibe coding to develop personal tools and add-ons without traditional programming. With specific examples such as customizing NVDA and automating workflows on Apple devices, Scott reveals how conversational AI accelerates meaningful solutions while raising important questions about code ethics and the speed of accessibility innovation.

33.) Ace by DAISY Version 1.4.5 Maintenance Release | InclusivePublishing.org | April 15, 2026

Inclusive Publishing announces the release of Ace by DAISY version 1.4.5, a maintenance update to the EPUB accessibility checker that brings both the command-line tool and the app in line with the latest accessibility testing protocols.

34.) NVDA Coach Is Reaching the World | TonyGebhard.me | April 15, 2026

Developer Tony Gebhard reflects on the global uptake of NVDA Coach, a free structured training add-on for the NVDA screen reader, and previews version 1.5.2, which adds Spanish and Greek language support along with GUI refinements.

35.) Shortwave Unlocked: a New Book From Patrick Garner | SwLing.com | April 13, 2026

The SWLing Post announces Shortwave Unlocked: Antennas, Signals, Secrets and the World at Your Fingertips, a 180-page shortwave radio guidebook from long-time DXer Patrick Garner. The book covers choosing radios, propagation, antennas, numbers stations, and current listening resources.

36.) Reading After Vision Loss: It’s Still Possible | Hadley | April 9, 2026

On this episode of Hadley Presents, members of the Hadley community share the reading options that worked for them after vision loss, including magnifiers, large print, audiobooks, braille, and apps.

37.) The New LibreOffice Writer Guide 26.2 Just Arrived | DocumentFoundation.org | April 8, 2026

The Document Foundation announces the release of the Writer Guide for LibreOffice 26.2, a community-produced manual covering text editing, formatting, and document compilation, with updated chapters on hyphenation, interdependent change tracking, and page styles.

38.) Making Emojis and Icons Screen Reader Accessible | Pope.tech | April 1, 2026

Pope Tech explains why emojis and icons so often create screen reader gaps and outlines specific strategies for handling them. The piece covers the disconnect between emoji names and intended tone, cognitive load from long emoji strings, and techniques for making SVG and font-based icons accessible.

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April 23, 2026 | 2026 Virtual Hike: Mexico; Moderated Discussion With Ofelia Montelongo And Dr. Manuel R. Cuellar | Maryland State Library For The Blind And Print Disabled

3:00 PM PT, 4:00 PM MT, 5:00 PM CT, 6:00 PM ET, 10:00 PM GMT
Join the Maryland State Library For The Blind And Print Disabled for an engaging virtual discussion featuring Ofelia Montelongo and Dr. Manuel R. Cuellar, exploring the significance of Mexican literature in conveying culture, history, and lived experience. This interactive session offers insight into the enduring impact of storytelling and invites audience participation in a guided conversation.

April 23, 2026 | Webinar From Humanware: Prodigi for Windows v1.6 Update | Humanware

8:00 AM PT, 9:00 AM MT, 10:00 AM CT, 11:00 AM ET
Humanware’s Product Management Team hosts an open webinar walking through Prodigi for Windows version 1.6, which introduces a new Windows interface mode, a quick-access Apps feature, and additional updates, with live audience Q&A.

April 24, 2026 | Free Open House & 23rd Birthday Celebration | Florida Outreach Center For The Blind, Inc.

Join Florida Outreach Center For The Blind, Inc. for a special open house celebrating 23 years of empowering individuals who are blind or visually impaired through free training and support. Guests can tour the facility, meet staff and students, and learn about the organization’s impactful programs and services.

April 27, 2026 | The Future of Braille Productivity: Using the BrailleSense With the Dot Pad X | Dot Inc.

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
Dot Inc. and Selvas BLV host a webinar demonstrating how the BrailleSense notetaker connects with the Dot Pad X to deliver tactile graphics, with speakers Dave Williams, Timothy Hornik, and Jenny Axler. The session includes a live demonstration and audience Q&A.

April 27, 2026 | Tek Talk: What’s New With Orbit Research, Including a New Subsidy Program | Tek Talk

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
Tek Talk welcomes Venkatesh Chari, president of Orbit Research, for an update on what’s new at Orbit Research and a new subsidy program. The session runs in the Pat Price Tek Talk Training Room on Zoom, meeting ID 839 935 813, passcode awz, and will also be available on ACB Media 1.

April 28, 2026 | A11Y Shield | VisioTech

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET
Speaker Justin Merhoff, Director of Compliance for DTX, explores how inclusive design and system security work together to protect users and strengthen digital systems. Part of the VisioTech Systems and Technology Intelligence Labs 26 Base Camp webinar series, powered by the Watson Institute and Truist Foundation; one pass provides access to all three sessions. Free, with limited live seats. More info: https://VisioTech.co/STIL26.

April 28, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

April 28, 2026 | Become a Better Accessibility Tester | Blind Information Technology Solutions

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) welcomes Marco Salsiccia, a blind accessibility consultant currently working with OpenAI, for an introduction to the accessibility testing industry. The session covers core accessibility fundamentals, learning resources, and practices for writing successful, actionable feedback on apps and websites.

April 29, 2026 | MoxieCon 2026 North America | Springboard Consulting

6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, 9:00 AM ET, 1:00 PM GMT
Join Springboard Consulting for this full-day virtual conference focused on advancing disability inclusion in the workplace, featuring expert-led sessions from leaders across corporate, accessibility, and DEI spaces. Highlights include Dr. Kirk Adams presenting insights from his doctoral research on blind employment in corporate America, offering practical perspectives on inclusion, accessibility, and workforce equity.

April 29, 2026 | Part 2 — Creating Accessible Microsoft Word Files: Converting To PDF And Cleaning Tags And Final Fixes In Adobe Acrobat (Digital Accessibility Webinar) | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
Access Ingenuity continues its series with a deep dive into refining PDFs in Adobe Acrobat, focusing on tag cleanup, reading order, and final accessibility checks. Rachel Reeves outlines a complete workflow to ensure documents meet accessibility standards before distribution.

April 29, 2026 | Introducing Glow Accessibility Toolkit From Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) | Blind Information Technology Solutions

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) President Jeff Bishop introduces Glow, a free browser-based accessibility toolkit that guides users through making documents readable for people with low vision without installing software or memorizing formatting rules.

April 29, 2026 | Expert Table Talk on Using Your Braille Display: Create the Content With Your Braille Display | Living Braille

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
The Braille Working Group of the European Blind Union (EBU) hosts the fourth and final session in its Expert Table Talk series on using braille displays like a pro. This roundtable focuses on creating content with a braille display, covering braille versus QWERTY keyboards, playing chords, file types on stand-alone braille displays, the impact of contracted and uncontracted input, and braille table settings when connected to a computer or smartphone.

May 3, 2026 | Birdability’s Blind Birder Bird-A-Thon | Birdability

Join Birdability for the Blind Birder Bird-A-Thon, a free, two-day, community-driven birding experience designed by and for blind and visually impaired birders. Participants are encouraged to explore their surroundings through sound, celebrating access, inclusion, and belonging in birding by ear from anywhere birds sing.

May 4, 2026 | Birdability’s Blind Birder Bird-A-Thon | Birdability

Join Birdability for the Blind Birder Bird-A-Thon, a free, two-day, community-driven birding experience designed by and for blind and visually impaired birders. Participants are encouraged to explore their surroundings through sound, celebrating access, inclusion, and belonging in birding by ear from anywhere birds sing.

May 5, 2026 | CIA: Civic Innovation and Accessibility | VisioTech

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET
Speakers Kate Carter, Doctoral Student and AI Program Manager for the City of Tucson, Arizona, and Mayor Rachel Proctor of the City of DeSoto, Texas, discuss how cities are implementing AI while maintaining transparency, equity, and accessibility in public services. Part of the VisioTech Systems and Technology Intelligence Labs 26 Base Camp webinar series, powered by the Watson Institute and Truist Foundation; one pass provides access to all three sessions. Free, with limited live seats. More info: https://VisioTech.co/STIL26.

May 9, 2026 | Advanced Features Victor Reader Stream 3 | Technology User Group Maryland State Library For The Blind And Print Disabled

7:00 AM PT, 8:00 AM MT, 9:00 AM CT, 10:00 AM ET
Join the Technology User Group Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled for a hands-on session exploring the advanced and often overlooked capabilities of the Victor Reader Stream 3. This interactive workshop covers powerful features including note organization, enhanced reading formats, Audible integration, and streamlined settings to help users maximize productivity and accessibility.

May 14, 2026 | Rise of the Agents | VisioTech

4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, 7:30 PM ET
AI Specialist Jason Caston examines how coordinated multi-agent AI systems are transforming workflows, decision-making, and operations in business. Part of the VisioTech Systems and Technology Intelligence Labs 26 Base Camp webinar series, powered by the Watson Institute and Truist Foundation; one pass provides access to all three sessions. Free, with limited live seats. More info: https://VisioTech.co/STIL26.

May 14, 2026 | U.S. Access Board Webinar: Walk Sign Is On To Cross: Requirements For Accessible Pedestrian Signals In PROWAG | U.S. Access Board

11:30 AM PT, 12:30 PM MT, 1:30 PM CT, 2:30 PM ET, 6:30 PM GMT
Join the U.S. Access Board for an in-depth webinar reviewing requirements in the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) for accessible pedestrian signals. The session explores how to ensure critical crossing information is accessible to pedestrians who are blind or have low vision, while offering opportunities for live questions and continuing education credits.

May 20, 2026 | NFBMD Senior Issues Division Conference Call: Discovering the Joy of Travel as Older Adults | National Federation of the Blind of Maryland

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET
The NFB of Maryland Senior Issues Division hosts a conference call exploring travel adventures for blind and low-vision seniors, with speakers Joanne Wilson, Chris Danielsen, and Eileen Ley sharing firsthand experiences. The call is dial-in only on the NFB of Maryland conference line.

May 21, 2026 | Global Accessibility Awareness Day | The GAAD Foundation

Join The GAAD Foundation on May 21, 2026, for the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day, a worldwide initiative designed to raise awareness about digital access and inclusion for more than one billion people with disabilities. The day encourages individuals, organizations, and developers to explore how technology can be designed and built to be accessible for all.

May 26, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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May 30, 2026 | The Carroll Center For The Blind 14th Annual Walk For Independence | The Carroll Center For The Blind

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June 12, 2026 | Accessibility Summer Camp 2026 Registration Is Open | Accessibility Summer Camp

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June 23, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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July 3, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 4, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 5, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 6, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 7, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 8, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 28, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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August 25, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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September 22, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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October 27, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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November 24, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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