Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday, June 4, 2026 – Volume 1070

Meta Ray-Ban Battery Problems SOLVED? PrismXR Carina C2 Review | The Blind Life | May 30, 2026

Today I’m reviewing the Carina C2 external battery system for the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses from PrismXR. Does it finally fix the biggest complaint about the Meta glasses: battery life? I test the magnetic hot-swappable battery system, comfort, charging performance, and whether it’s worth buying for everyday use.

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

A.) Aira Introduces Build AI | Aira.io | May 26, 2026

Aira details Build AI, a new offering that pairs its visual interpreting service with AI, including an FAQ covering how the feature works, what it can describe, and how it fits alongside Aira’s human agents.

B.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2621: Touching the Digital World with Dot Pad X | May 27, 2026

Innovation in Braille technology is changing the landscape for tactile literacy. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Dave Williams from Dot Inc about the new Dot Pad X. This specialized display uses unique electromagnetic pins to render high-quality graphics and multiline text, offering a powerful new way for individuals to interact with digital content.

C.) I Tried Google’s Screen-Free Smart Glasses, and They’re Exactly What I Want | PCMag.com | May 21, 2026

PCMag’s Florence Ion reports a hands-on with audio-first Warby Parker Android XR glasses at Google I/O. The piece focuses on Gemini integration as the main draw, with a single optional display, voice and camera input, and tight handoff between the glasses and other Android devices.

D.) Jonathan Mosen on Braille Displays | Jonathan Mosen | May 24, 2026

Jonathan Mosen shares his perspective on braille displays — how he uses them day to day and what he looks for when evaluating current hardware.

E.) Forbes’ Accessibility List 2026: Innovation in Accessibility | Forbes.com | May 21, 2026

Forbes publishes its 2026 Accessibility List recognizing companies for innovation in accessibility. David Goldfield notes that the list page itself contains several unlabeled buttons and inaccessible filter menus at the time of writing, although the underlying ranking tables are properly labeled and readable across both pages.

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A.) For iOS Users: FloType Public Beta Is Here, Similar to Fleksy and FlickType | AppleVis.com | June 3, 2026

FloType is a new VoiceOver-first keyboard for blind and low-vision iOS users, now available as a public beta through TestFlight. Inspired by the eyes-free typing approach of Fleksy and FlickType, it lets users tap approximately where keys would be on a QWERTY layout and swipe to commit words, with an in-keyboard rotor, spoken feedback, and customizable sounds and haptics.

B.) Regarding Access to Electronic Books: Positive Reports of Improved Accessibility in the Kobo App on iOS | Tech-VI Listserv | June 3, 2026

David Goldfield relays community reports that the latest version of the Kobo app for iOS has improved VoiceOver accessibility, with the release notes confirming the change. Kobo is an e-book reading service and device maker that competes with Amazon’s Kindle and Barnes & Noble; the post encourages blind readers to try it as another accessible reading option.

C.) Apple Watch Glucose Monitoring Project Still Faces FDA and Accuracy Hurdles | TechRepublic.com | June 1, 2026

TechRepublic reports that Apple’s long-running effort to measure blood glucose noninvasively from the wrist remains years from market, with no FDA clearance and significant accuracy challenges. Today’s Apple Watch can display readings only from paired continuous glucose monitors; the article notes Apple has shifted oversight of the project to a senior engineering leader and separates the company’s published biosignal research from actual glucose measurement.

D.) AppleVis Unlimited: What’s New and Noteworthy for May 2026 | AppleVis.com | May 29, 2026

AppleVis’s monthly digest for May 2026 rounds up new and updated iOS, iPadOS, and Mac apps of note to blind and low-vision users, along with recent AppleVis blog posts, podcast episodes, and notable forum discussions. The featured App Pick of the Month is VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes, a customizable talking and chiming clock for iPhone and Mac.

E.) Apple Rejected My Dictation App for Using the Accessibility API | MITM LLC | May 27, 2026

Developer Rene Zelaya recounts how Apple rejected an update to WhisperPad, his Mac dictation app built to reduce typing after a hand injury, under a guideline governing use of the accessibility API, even though Apple had approved earlier versions doing the same thing. The piece is part personal account and part critique of how Apple’s App Store review applies its accessibility-API rules.

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3.) JAWS Power Tip: How To Quickly Open a File in Microsoft Word with JAWS | Freedom Scientific via TopTechTidbits.com | June 4, 2026

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4.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2622: Meet Cookie – Your AI Sidekick in the Kitchen | June 3, 2026

Voice controlled cooking can make kitchen tasks easier for everyone, especially people with vision loss. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Daria Marmer, developer of the Cookie Voice Recipes app, about her AI powered tool shaped by blind user feedback to improve accessibility, reduce physical screen interaction, and support hands free cooking.

5.) Regarding the Lack of Audible Cues on Some Alexa Devices | NFB Access On | June 3, 2026

NFB Access On reports on an accessibility regression in which audible cues, such as the sound played after the wake word, disappeared on some Alexa devices without screens. Amazon has confirmed the bug, says it was not intended behavior, and plans a fix, though no timeline has been given.

6.) For Owners of the Orbit Writer: Firmware Version vB0.00.00.01r12 Now Available | OrbitResearch.com | June 2, 2026

Orbit Research has released firmware version vB0.00.00.01r12 for the Orbit Writer. The update adds a Quick Navigation feature that lets VoiceOver users move between items such as headings, links, and form controls by pressing the left and right arrow keys simultaneously. The firmware can be downloaded from the Support section of the Orbit Research website.

7.) Chain Restaurant Online Ordering: Where Checkout Breaks for Blind Customers | UsableNet.com | June 2, 2026

In a guest post for UsableNet, a blind customer details the accessibility barriers that surface during online checkout at chain restaurants, from unlabeled address fields and inaccessible map confirmations to identically announced saved addresses that once sent an order to the wrong house. The piece walks through delivery-type selection, payment, and other steps where screen reader users get stuck.

8.) Keyboard Accessibility for Better Website Navigation | BeAccessible.com | June 2, 2026

Be Accessible explains how keyboard accessibility lets people navigate and interact with a website without a mouse, covering focus order, the Tab and arrow keys, and activating controls with Enter or the spacebar. The article outlines why poor keyboard support creates barriers for users with motor and visual disabilities and how semantic HTML supports compliance with the ADA and WCAG.

9.) NVDA 2026.2Beta1 Available for Testing | NVAccess.org | June 2, 2026

NV Access has released the first beta of NVDA 2026.2 for testing. Highlights include a new built-in Magnifier with zoom and color-filtering options, expanded touch gestures and browse-mode navigation, support for custom speech dictionaries, and braille improvements such as automatic scrolling and DotPad multi-button combinations.

10.) TAVIP Masterclass: All Things Kindle | TAVIP | June 2, 2026

TAVIP has published a recorded Masterclass on the accessibility of Amazon Kindle devices and apps for people who are blind or partially sighted. Led by TAVIP member Jemma Brown with trustee Paul Porter, the session covers Kindle’s reading ecosystem, screen reader and assistive-reader features, and Echo device support, and is available on YouTube, AudioBoom, and as a downloadable audio file.

11.) Quickly Obtaining Windows System Information | Tech Tip Tuesday | June 2, 2026

In this Tech Tip Tuesday post, Joe Goode shares a screen-reader-friendly method for finding Windows system information: open the Start menu, search for System Information, then use the resulting list to read details such as processor type, speed, and installed memory, which can be copied into a document to share on a support call.

12.) Fix Tagged Annotation Failed Error | The Accessibility Guy | June 1, 2026

This video walks users through fixing the Tagged Annotations Failed error in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC and why it appears in accessible PDF workflows.

13.) DAISY and Microsoft Push Accessible Math Further Into Everyday Publishing Tools | Inclusive Publishing.org | June 1, 2026

Inclusive Publishing reports on a collaboration between DAISY and Microsoft to improve how mathematical content is written, read, and reused across Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and related Microsoft formats. DAISY co-presented the initiative at the Microsoft Ability Summit 2026, where DAISY CEO Richard Orme shared highlights aimed at building accessible math into mainstream production rather than patching it in later.

14.) What Is Talking Signage? A Complete Guide | RightHear.com | June 1, 2026

RightHear offers a complete guide to talking signage, a form of audio wayfinding that uses a smartphone to deliver location-aware information about a physical environment. The guide explains how the technology conveys where a user is, what is nearby, and what lies in each direction to support independent navigation where visual signage falls short.

15.) A Link Is Not a Button and a Button Is Not a Link | A11y with Diana | May 31, 2026

Writing on her A11y with Diana newsletter, accessibility specialist Diana explains the difference between links and buttons in HTML and why it matters for assistive technology users: a link takes the user somewhere, while a button performs an action on the current page. The post offers a decision checklist and notes how screen readers announce the two elements differently.

16.) Version 2.0 of the Mw-Word-Lexicon NVDA Add-On, Offering Word Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms and More | Abdullah Ashraf | May 31, 2026

Developer Abdullah Ashraf has released version 2.0 of the mw-word-lexicon add-on for NVDA, which looks up word definitions, synonyms, and antonyms from any application using the Merriam-Webster Dictionary API. The update adds full support for NVDA 2026 and its 64-bit architecture, a smart word-replacement feature, improved handling of misspelled words, a wildcard search, and an enhanced history dialog. It is available in the NVDA Add-on Store.

17.) The BrailleNote Family That Continues to Evolve | StriveAbility.uk | May 31, 2026

Writing for STRIVE Ability, a beta tester previews the BrailleNote Evolve, HumanWare’s forthcoming successor to the BrailleNote line. The Evolve is a Windows 11 device that pairs HumanWare’s KeySoft suite with the NVDA screen reader, and the article details its hardware, eight-dot braille keyboard, and full technical specifications.

18.) My Accessibility Stack and the Future on Wayland | Nocoffei.com | May 31, 2026

A personal blog post in which the author describes their assistive technology stack on Linux and considers what the ongoing move to the Wayland display server means for screen reader users.

19.) Meta Ray-Ban Battery Problems SOLVED? PrismXR Carina C2 Review | The Blind Life | May 30, 2026

Today I’m reviewing the Carina C2 external battery system for the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses from PrismXR. Does it finally fix the biggest complaint about the Meta glasses: battery life? I test the magnetic hot-swappable battery system, comfort, charging performance, and whether it’s worth buying for everyday use.

20.) Blazie Technologies: Embracing Growth and Innovation in Our New Home | BlazieTech.com | May 30, 2026

Blazie Technologies announced that it has moved to a larger office and production facility in Stuart, Florida, citing continued growth around its BT Speak and BT Braille products. The new headquarters adds room for staffing, product development, shipping, and a dedicated product showroom; all phone numbers and email addresses remain the same.

21.) Top Resources for Learning HTML, CSS, and JavaScript | CodingBlindTech.com | May 30, 2026

Coding Blind Tech rounds up eight resources the author uses to learn HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with a note on how well each works with a screen reader. The list spans YouTube tutorials, reading public code on GitHub, Udemy courses, and official documentation such as MDN Web Docs.

22.) Announcing Finch: Hear Your Browser With Audio Cues for Tabs, Downloads, and More | GitHub.com | May 29, 2026

Finch is a free, open-source browser extension that plays short, distinct sounds as your browser performs actions such as opening a tab, completing a download, or failing to load a page. Built first for blind and low-vision users, it works across Chrome, Edge, Brave, Firefox, and other Chromium- and Gecko-based browsers, and every cue can be customized or silenced.

23.) For Aira Explorers: Meta AI Glasses Integration Now Available for Android | Aira.io | May 29, 2026

Aira announced that version 4.12.7 of the Aira Explorer app for Android adds integration with Meta AI glasses, bringing the visual interpreting service to that hardware. The update is also available for iOS.

24.) For NVDA Users: New Add-On: NVDA Item Chooser | GitHub.com | May 29, 2026

Steven Scott has released NVDA Item Chooser, a new NVDA add-on now available on GitHub. He credits Brandon and Glenn with helping add features and ensure compatibility with the latest NVDA updates.

25.) Mystic Access Offering a Free Tutorial Teaching the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses | Mystic Access | May 29, 2026

Mystic Access has made a free tutorial on the Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses available for download in DAISY or MP3 format from its downloads page, where a range of other product tutorials can also be found.

26.) Research Participation Request: the Accessibility of Online Job Applications for Job Seekers Who Are Blind and Low Vision | New Jersey Institute of Technology | May 29, 2026

Researchers at the New Jersey Institute of Technology are seeking blind and low-vision participants for an anonymous online survey on the accessibility of online job applications. The roughly five-minute survey asks participants to respond to a scenario and share past employment experiences as part of a study on the emotional toll of inaccessible application processes.

27.) Announcing AnonyMouse’s App Pick of the Month for May 2026: VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes | AppleVis.com | May 28, 2026

AppleVis names VAL: Voice, Alarm & Chimes as its App Pick of the Month for May 2026. VAL is a fully customizable talking and chiming clock for iPhone and Mac, designed for VoiceOver users, with spoken time announcements, traditional chimes, support for importing custom audio, alarms that cut through Focus and silent mode, and Smart Scheduling. A single purchase covers both iOS and macOS.

28.) A New Website, a Redesigned Archive: 2008 to 2026: 19 Years of Access Technology News Now at Your Fingertips | TopTechTidbits.com | May 28, 2026

Top Tech Tidbits announces that its full newsletter archive is now public, with every weekly issue from January 2008 to the present browsable by year at a single URL. The expanded archive adds roughly ten additional years, about 520 issues, of access technology news, tips, walk-throughs, and sponsor announcements to the redesigned WordPress.com site.

29.) Don’t Buy Any of These Kindle Models – They Can’t Be Registered | TheEbookReader.com | May 27, 2026

The eBook Reader Blog warns used-market shoppers that Amazon has ended support for the first five generations of Kindle, meaning those models can no longer be registered to an Amazon account. It lists the affected models, including the Kindle 1, 2, DX, Keyboard, Touch, and first-generation Paperwhite, and notes that any Kindle reported lost or stolen can also be blacklisted from registration.

30.) Pope Tech Partners With Grackle to Introduce PDF Scanning | Pope Tech | May 26, 2026

Pope Tech has partnered with GrackleDocs to add PDF scanning to its Web Accessibility Platform and Canvas Accessibility Dashboards. The feature inventories the PDFs a website links to, shows where they are located and when they were last updated, and reports how many accessibility errors each contains so teams can prioritize remediation.

31.) How Sam Seavey Built ‘The Blind Life’ and Changed Accessibility Online: Access Granted Episode 31 | Ablr360.com | May 19, 2026

On episode 31 of Ablr’s Access Granted podcast, host Mike Iannelli interviews Sam Seavey, creator of the assistive technology channel The Blind Life, about his journey with vision loss, the online community he built, and how technology fosters independence and opportunity. The post includes the full episode transcript.

32.) Braille on United Airlines Seats | EvenGrounds.com | May 14, 2026

Writing for Even Grounds, a blind traveler describes encountering braille seat-row numbers on United Airlines flights and notes the airline’s plan to add braille seat markings across its fleet by the end of 2026. The post explains why independent seat-finding matters and offers practical feedback on how the current braille signage could be improved.

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June 4, 2026 | Transforming Culture Through Disability Employment: Day 3 of 3 | Anderson University

5:30 AM PT, 6:30 AM MT, 7:30 AM CT, 8:30 AM ET
Final day of the Anderson University working conference on disability employment. Coffee and networking at 8:30 AM Eastern, followed by the third “Above & Below the Line” focal-point session with Chris Halter on “Where do we go from here?” A capstone panel moderated by Randy Lewis, “Building Thriving Teams: The Future of Disability Employment,” features Tom Gustafson, Remco Mostert, Nicole Poston, and Theresa Johnson, discussing expansion strategies for employing people with disabilities, leadership competencies for inclusive teams, and future research collaboration opportunities. The conference closes with a lunch and final reflections hosted by Randy Lewis and Prof. Jeffrey Moore. Register at https://voyage.andersonuniversity.edu/register/transformingculture.

June 4, 2026 | Webinar From Allyant: Mobile App Accessibility: Standards, Challenges, and Best Practices | Allyant

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
Allyant’s Aleksandra Antic is joined by ArcTouch Director of Accessibility Strategy Ben Ogilvie for a practical webinar on building accessible native mobile apps. The session covers how WCAG applies on mobile, the differences between native and responsive experiences, common mobile accessibility challenges, and design and development strategies.

June 4, 2026 | GLE Canadian Leadership Exchange 2026 | gle.world

A five-day conference held in Ottawa, Ontario from June 1 through June 5, 2026. Every Canadian Counts (ECC) is on the planning committee and will present its work toward a Canadian National Disability Insurance Plan to a global audience of disability-policy leaders, researchers, and advocates.

June 4, 2026 | Master Your BlindShell Classic With BITS | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free three-week BlindShell Classic workshop led by instructor Marvin Hunkin, covering interface navigation, built-in apps and tools, and everyday efficiency tips. Sessions run Thursday evenings in June starting June 4 at 8:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 4, 2026 | Use AI Features In Jaws, Zoomtext, And Fusion To Better Understand And Navigate Digital Content | Freedom Scientific

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM GMT
Join this informative session to explore how built-in AI features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion can improve efficiency and independence when navigating digital environments. Learn practical techniques for describing visual content, identifying unlabeled controls, and better understanding complex web pages using tools like Picture Smart AI, AI Labeler, Vispero Companion, and Page Explorer.

June 4, 2026 | AI Training Webinar: Use AI Features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion to Better Understand and Navigate Digital Content | Vispero

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
Vispero hosts a free webinar on using the built-in AI features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion to work more efficiently and navigate digital content. Part of the monthly Learn AI series, the session takes place on Zoom, with ACVREP credits available to those who attend live.

June 5, 2026 | Florida Outreach Center for the Blind Workshop With Orbit Research | Florida Outreach Center for the Blind

12:00 PM PT, 1:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET
The Florida Outreach Center for the Blind hosts a virtual workshop with Orbit Research, a developer of affordable assistive technology founded in 1998. The session covers Orbit’s product line including refreshable braille displays, braille notetakers, tactile graphic displays, DAISY media players, and digital magnifiers.

June 5, 2026 | GLE Canadian Leadership Exchange 2026 | gle.world

A five-day conference held in Ottawa, Ontario from June 1 through June 5, 2026. Every Canadian Counts (ECC) is on the planning committee and will present its work toward a Canadian National Disability Insurance Plan to a global audience of disability-policy leaders, researchers, and advocates.

June 6, 2026 | AccessFest 2026 | AccessFest

6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, 9:00 AM ET
AccessFest returns to David Pecaut Square in Toronto on Saturday, June 6 — a free, full-day accessibility festival hosted by AccessNow with X Ambassadors on the mainstage, performances from renforshort and Haviah Mighty, panels on culture, sports, fashion, accessible travel, and youth advocacy, adaptive movement, food trucks, and a vendor market spotlighting disabled-owned businesses, with ASL on stage, sensory-friendly zones, and barrier-free design throughout.

June 8, 2026 | Free Training Series on Using the Android Operating System | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free four-week training series on the Android operating system, led by assistive technology instructor Will Walsh using the Google Pixel 10. The Zoom sessions run the first four Mondays in June from 8:00 to 10:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 10, 2026 | Wednesday Webinars: Part 2 – PDF Accessibility Basics — How to Test for Accessibility With JAWS | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
In the second part of the PDF accessibility series, Rachel Reeves of Access Ingenuity walks through using JAWS to test a PDF — evaluating reading order, tag structure, and navigability from a screen reader’s perspective. Attendees learn to identify where the reading experience breaks down and connect those issues back to specific tag problems in Adobe Acrobat.

June 10, 2026 | Introducing NVDA 2026 | Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS)

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET, 12:00 AM GMT
Join Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) as Quentin Christensen from NV Access delivers an informative overview of the newly released NVDA 2026 update, highlighting its latest features and enhancements. This session offers valuable insights into improvements designed to enhance accessibility and user experience.

June 10, 2026 | Introducing NVDA 2026 With Quentin Christensen From NV Access | BITS Presentations Team

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
The BITS Presentations Team hosts a Zoom session welcoming Quentin Christensen of NV Access for an update on the new features in the just-released NVDA 2026. Registration is required.

June 11, 2026 | Master Your BlindShell Classic With BITS | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free three-week BlindShell Classic workshop led by instructor Marvin Hunkin, covering interface navigation, built-in apps and tools, and everyday efficiency tips. Sessions run Thursday evenings in June starting June 4 at 8:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

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

7:00 AM PT, 8:00 AM MT, 9:00 AM CT, 10:00 AM ET, 2:00 PM GMT
Join Accessibility Summer Camp for a full-day virtual conference focused on accessibility, hosted via the Canvas Catalog platform. Attendees can take advantage of early bird pricing, group discounts, and guided support for registration, payment, and account setup.

June 13, 2026 | iPhone Games | 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, 2:00 PM GMT
Join the Maryland State Library For The Blind And Print Disabled for an engaging session exploring accessible iPhone games that combine fun, innovation, and inclusive design. Discover top-rated titles from AppleVis, hear candid insights on VoiceOver performance, and share favorite games while uncovering new ones worth playing.

June 15, 2026 | Free Training Series on Using the Android Operating System | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free four-week training series on the Android operating system, led by assistive technology instructor Will Walsh using the Google Pixel 10. The Zoom sessions run the first four Mondays in June from 8:00 to 10:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 17, 2026 | Innovations in Stargardt Disease Research | The Carroll Center for the Blind

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
The Carroll Center for the Blind hosts a one-hour webinar on recent research developments in Stargardt disease, a juvenile form of macular degeneration.

June 17, 2026 | Wednesday Webinars: Portable OCR on the Go — Reading Print With Ruby 10, Lyric, and ONYX | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
Ian Ramos of Access Ingenuity and guest Joe McDaniel of Vispero compare three portable OCR solutions — the Ruby 10, Lyric, and ONYX — covering features, strengths, and ideal use cases for reading mail, menus, labels, and printed documents on the go. ACVREP continuing education credit is approved for teachers of the visually impaired.

June 18, 2026 | Software Webinar: Ten Essential Tips for Using PowerPoint With JAWS | Vispero

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
Vispero hosts a webinar covering ten essential tips for using Microsoft PowerPoint with JAWS, aimed at helping users navigate and create presentations more efficiently. The session takes place on Zoom, with ACVREP credits available to those who attend live.

June 18, 2026 | Accessibility Made Easy for New Learning Designers | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD hosts a 30-minute virtual primer for learning designers new to accessibility. The session covers testing with real users, clear layout choices, and accessible media practices that make training content more welcoming for people with disabilities. Attendees see how everyday tools and basic accessibility practices benefit every learner.

June 18, 2026 | Master Your BlindShell Classic With BITS | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free three-week BlindShell Classic workshop led by instructor Marvin Hunkin, covering interface navigation, built-in apps and tools, and everyday efficiency tips. Sessions run Thursday evenings in June starting June 4 at 8:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 19, 2026 | Carroll Tech Talk: Meta Glasses | The Carroll Center for the Blind

12:00 PM PT, 1:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET
The Carroll Center’s Carroll Tech Talk series covers Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, with discussion of features relevant to blind and low-vision users.

June 22, 2026 | Free Training Series on Using the Android Operating System | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free four-week training series on the Android operating system, led by assistive technology instructor Will Walsh using the Google Pixel 10. The Zoom sessions run the first four Mondays in June from 8:00 to 10:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 23, 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.

June 24, 2026 | Wednesday Webinars: Part 3 – PDF Accessibility Basics — Field Types and Tooltips | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
The final session in the PDF accessibility series has Rachel Reeves of Access Ingenuity covering how to make fillable PDF forms accessible — field types, proper tab order, tooltip creation, and how screen readers interact with form controls in Adobe Acrobat. The session also covers testing a completed form with JAWS before distribution.

June 25, 2026 | The Windows Screen Reader Primer, 5th Edition Launch Webinar | The Carroll Center for the Blind

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET
The Carroll Center hosts a launch webinar for the fifth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer, covering current screen reader use on Windows.

June 25, 2026 | Virtual Book Launch: The Windows Screen Reader Primer, Fifth Edition by David Kingsbury | The Carroll Center for the Blind

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET
The Carroll Center for the Blind hosts a free virtual book launch for the fifth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer by David Kingsbury, the center’s assistive technology instructor. Kingsbury walks through the new edition and answers questions live on Zoom, and attendees can download the book free in Word and ePub formats afterward.

June 26, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

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

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.

August 14, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

August 20, 2026 | Member-Only Event: Everyday Accessibility Mistakes | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 25-minute virtual session for NOD Leadership Council members covering the most common accessibility missteps organizations make and how to avoid them. Access is restricted to Council members; non-members can join the Leadership Council to attend this and similar exclusive briefings on accessible practice.

August 25, 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.

September 14, 2026 | Leadership Council Open House | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 45-minute virtual open house introducing the NOD Leadership Council, a community of companies including JP Morgan Chase, L’Oreal USA, and Toyota North America that work to advance disability inclusion in the workplace. Senior HR leaders meet NOD’s Disability Inclusion Specialists, hear about 2026 membership benefits, and learn how to scale inclusion efforts.

September 15, 2026 | Leadership Insights: Disability Inclusion Dialogues | National Organization on Disability

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
A 90-minute virtual peer-focused discussion for senior-level NOD Leadership Council members on disability inclusion and workforce retention. The session features insights from Candee Chambers, Director of the Office of Public Liaison at the U.S. Department of Labor, who joins industry leaders to address strategic retention challenges.

September 22, 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.

October 1, 2026 | Technology and the Disability Experience | National Organization on Disability

NOD’s annual in-person event in New York City brings together business, technology, and advocacy leaders to explore how AI, extended reality, and smart devices are reshaping accessibility and workforce inclusion. The evening at the Times Center features a tech showcase, panel discussions, an award ceremony, and live entertainment.

October 9, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

October 27, 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.

November 19, 2026 | Member-Only Event: Practices for Accessible Virtual Meetings | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 25-minute virtual session for NOD Leadership Council members focused on practical, hands-on strategies for making virtual meetings more inclusive and accessible to all participants. The full briefing is restricted to Council members; non-members can join the Leadership Council to attend this and similar exclusive members-only sessions.

November 24, 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.

December 17, 2026 | CEO Office Hours: Looking Back/Looking Forward | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD President and CEO Beth Sirull hosts a 45-minute virtual CEO Office Hours for a year-end reflection on disability inclusion milestones and a preview of the strategies shaping the coming year. The informal session invites participants to connect directly with Sirull and discuss what will drive greater impact in 2027.

December 22, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

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Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

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