Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday, August 6, 2026 – Volume 1079

God Of War Ragnarok – Full Accessibility Review – PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | August 5, 2026

Cutting through the hype around major titles, Sam from The Blind Life examines how God Of War Ragnarok measures up for accessibility on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. His comprehensive review highlights both the successes and barriers faced by players with disabilities, revealing how industry standards are evolving.

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

A.) Eye Implant That Restores Vision to the Blind Cleared for Sale | Futurism.com | July 25, 2026

Science Corporation’s Prima bionic eye implant, designed to restore vision for those with advanced macular degeneration, has been approved for sale in the EU. CEO Max Hodak likened the device to a “cochlear implant for vision,” detailing results that include patients reading books and recognizing faces. Initial treatments are expected to start in Germany, with device costs reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars.

B.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2630: Even Sighted People Are Mostly In the Dark | July 29, 2026

Humans are blind to well over 99% of reality. Even sighted people can see only the tiny sliver of the spectrum that is called ‘visible’ and must use tools to detect the rest. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk about how both blind and sighted individuals use alternative senses and technology like data sonification to navigate a massive, unseen world.

C.) Global Tech Firms To Come Under India’s Mandatory Disability-Access Rules, Face Fines, Licence Risk | ThePrint.in | July 27, 2026

India’s draft rules will require global and domestic tech companies offering digital products or services in India to meet disability-accessibility standards or face fines, deregistration, and exclusion from government contracts. Firms must publish a free Accessibility Conformance Report in both human- and machine-readable formats and appoint grievance redressal officers, with phased compliance deadlines based on turnover.

D.) How Two Brothers Built an AI Assistant for Windows Accessibility | Double Tap | YouTube.com | July 27, 2026

Sitting down with developers Ameen and Majd, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack how Darvy, an AI assistant built from lived experience, is seeking to redefine accessibility for blind Windows users. The conversation traces Darvy’s origins, its utility for those seeking alternatives to complex screen reader shortcuts, and where AI-driven accessibility is headed next.

E.) Apple Delays Smart Glasses Launch Over Privacy Issues, Report Says | CNET.com | July 27, 2026

CNET reports that Apple will unveil its smart glasses at WWDC in June rather than this fall, allowing more time to address the privacy concerns raised about camera-equipped eyewear. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman expects the glasses to go on sale before the end of 2027.

August 6, 2026 📅️

2.) JAWS Power Tip: How To Use Layered Commands to Access Important Features | Freedom Scientific via TopTechTidbits.com | August 6, 2026

Layered keystrokes in JAWS are special shortcuts that let you perform powerful actions by pressing keys in sequence, rather than all at once. This makes it easier to access advanced features without needing to remember complex key combinations, which is especially helpful for users who prefer fewer simultaneous key presses.

August 5, 2026 📅️

3.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2631: Encore of 2132 Making Astronomy Accessible | August 5, 2026

Astronomy is generally thought to be a very visually oriented field, but with some thought, it can be made accessible to those who are blind. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with Noreen Grice, founder and president of You Can Do Astronomy, about how she makes astronomical concepts and features engaging for those who can’t see.

4.) AGNow: a New Audio Games Platform | AGNow | August 5, 2026

AGNow runs audio games on a server and streams them to the browser, so nothing needs to be installed or updated locally. Game speech is passed to the player’s own screen reader, saved progress stays on the server across devices, and the platform adds friends, messaging and spectating.

5.) Clipman Clipboard Manager: New Version Now Has Built-In Append to Clipboard Function | Clipman | August 5, 2026

A new release of the Clipman clipboard manager adds an optional append mode. Once it is enabled in general preferences, pressing Control plus C twice within a set interval adds the selection to the clipboard rather than overwriting what is already there.

6.) Further Extending Accessible Documentation via AI | Jamal Mazrui | August 5, 2026

Official help documentation for more than 140 applications commonly used by blind people has been rebuilt as single, well-structured HTML files designed for efficient screen reader navigation. Each guide carries a table of contents, topic categories and article titles at consistent heading levels, friendly link text, and no unlabeled decorative images.

7.) Introducing Audio Showdown: an Audio-Based Air Hockey Game | Audio Showdown | August 5, 2026

Audio Showdown is a new iOS game based on Showdown, the table sport played at the NFB Jernigan Institute, ported from an earlier web version. Players track the puck through customizable sound cues and use a finger as the paddle through VoiceOver’s Direct Touch, with multiplayer and Game Center support in development.

8.) Taskmon 0.3.0 Released, an Alternative to the Windows Task Manager | Taskmon | August 5, 2026

Version 0.3.0 of the Taskmon process viewer adds eleven columns including GPU, CPU time, path and window title, plus a hierarchical process tree with an end-process-tree action. The release also adds a restart-as-administrator option and a Windows installer alongside the existing portable build.

9.) The August Update for BT Speak and BT Braille Has Been Released | BlazieTech.com | August 5, 2026

The August update for BT Speak and BT Braille opens a broader effort on braille quality, rebuilding the UEB and US and UK English tables on Liblouis 3.38.0 for more accurate literary braille input and character-by-character feedback. The release also adds task lists and creating in-document links to the Editor and improves DECtalk responsiveness as well as adding enhancements to the Say All command.

10.) The Quest for a Free Magnification and Screen Reader Setup on Windows for Low Vision Users | Jeffrey’s Soapbox | August 5, 2026

An account of trying to assemble a workable daily Windows setup for someone who needs both serious magnification and a capable screen reader, using only free tools. The write-up compares the result against Supernova, ZoomText and System Access and is candid about where the free stack falls short.

11.) What’s New in QuickMail | QuickMail | August 5, 2026

QuickMail 0.8.37 cuts account setup from ten questions to three and lets users choose which fields each message list row announces and in what order. It also adds conversation watching that collects future replies in one folder and a native build for ARM PCs. This is a pre-release and will not be offered through automatic updates.

12.) God Of War Ragnarok – Full Accessibility Review – PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | August 5, 2026

Cutting through the hype around major titles, Sam from The Blind Life examines how God Of War Ragnarok measures up for accessibility on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. His comprehensive review highlights both the successes and barriers faced by players with disabilities, revealing how industry standards are evolving.

13.) Smart Glasses Concerns, Audio Description Woes & The Reality Of Accessible Tech | Double Tap | YouTube.com | August 5, 2026

Sitting down with the latest frustrations around smart glasses and audio description, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece pull apart what truly makes assistive tech work for blind users. Their conversation spotlights bricked wearables, Beta watchOS headaches, and the overlooked social pressures technology introduces to daily life.

14.) Introducing Limina11y – Your NEW TAG Team Champion | The Accessibility Guy | YouTube.com | August 5, 2026

Showcasing an alliance poised to shape accessibility work, Shawn introduces Limina11y, the collaborative force between The Accessibility Guy and Limina. By joining operational know-how with practical teaching, the partnership aims to streamline organizational accessibility support and deliver live, immediate skill-building through hands-on workshop series covering Microsoft Office and PDF accessibility.

15.) Away in August | DisabilityDebrief.org | August 5, 2026

Disability Debrief pauses for August, with Peter Torres Fremlin working from Berlin and preparing eight new articles spanning topics like hearing voices in Argentina and disability history in Rwanda. Reader support enables upcoming stories from a diverse group of contributors. Publication resumes in September.

16.) Welcome, Even Though I’m Blind: Why Our Newest Sponsor Named His Organization After His Own Song | AccessInformationNews.com | August 5, 2026

Cazerny Bussey, a Brooklyn-born recording artist, launched Even Though I’m Blind, Inc. (ETIB), transforming a 2021 song title into a multifaceted, blind-led media organization. ETIB offers an internet radio station, a podcast, a curated blind-owned business directory, and more. The group centers lived experience and rejects pity as a fundraising strategy, with Bussey emphasizing authentic representation and empowerment.

August 4, 2026 📅️

17.) 10 Surprising Facts About Screen Readers | A11y Explained with Diana | August 4, 2026

A short explainer covering ten aspects of screen reader behavior that are commonly misunderstood, including how output comes from the browser’s accessibility tree rather than the pixels on screen, why experienced users listen at more than 400 words per minute, and how heading and landmark structure shapes navigation.

18.) Fifth Edition of the Windows Screen Reader Primer Now Available on Bookshare | David Kingsbury | August 4, 2026

The fifth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer: All the Basics and More is now available to Bookshare account holders. It can be downloaded in Word, ePub and audio formats for reading on a computer or a smartphone.

19.) From The Inbox: From Android Accessibility To AI Fatigue | Double Tap | YouTube.com | August 4, 2026

Sitting down with a flood of listener perspectives, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack how real-world accessibility, AI complexity, and hardware quirks are shaping everyday tech for blind users. They spotlight challenges from navigating treadmill workouts to emerging trends in Android voice navigation, while weighing the impact of rising AI fatigue and the debate over local versus cloud intelligence.

August 3, 2026 📅️

20.) Runa TTS Public Beta for iOS | AccessMind | August 3, 2026

AccessMind has opened the first public beta of Runa TTS, an iOS speech engine that brings ReadSpeaker neural voices to VoiceOver and other apps using Apple’s speech synthesis APIs. It offers voices in fifty languages, per-voice profiles for rate, pitch and volume, automatic language switching by script, and iCloud sync between devices.

21.) Reading Beyond the Line: Reviewing the Dot Pad X on iOS | AppleVis.com | August 3, 2026

A detailed review of the Dot Pad X multi-line braille display paired with an iPhone, covering how additional lines change the reading of documents, tables and structured text. The review also compares behavior across reading apps including Kindle, Bookshare Reader and NFB-Newsline.

22.) Making Digital Mixing Consoles Talk, With DiGiCo and the Audio Accessibility Alliance | Sound Without Sight | August 3, 2026

A podcast episode on DiGiVoice, DiGiCo’s prototype for making its new range of digital mixing consoles speak, developed with support from the Audio Accessibility Alliance. Representatives demonstrate the technology and discuss the development process and plans for wider availability.

23.) Speech Central Is Ready for Siri AI With Apple Intelligence App Schemas | Speech Central | August 3, 2026

Speech Central has implemented Apple’s App Intents audiobook schemas, allowing Siri AI to discover and play its reading items through everyday language rather than a fixed set of predefined commands. The post explains what the schemas are and what makes an app compatible with Siri AI.

24.) How Do You Feel About Accessibility in the Age of AI? | AbilityNet | August 3, 2026

AbilityNet’s sixth annual Attitudes to Digital Accessibility Survey is open for responses, covering AI, the impact of regulations including the European Accessibility Act, accessibility maturity, barriers and drivers, and training and careers. More than 500 professionals worldwide took part last year.

25.) Legal Update: July 2026 | Converge Accessibility | August 3, 2026

A monthly review of accessibility litigation and legislation. This edition covers a Northern District of Illinois ruling dismissing a website accessibility suit for lack of standing under the intent-to-return requirement, alongside a survey of pending federal bills and state accessibility legislation.

26.) Accessible Charts And Graphs: What To Include And Why | The Accessibility Guy | YouTube.com | August 3, 2026

Showcasing best practices in data visualization, Shawn Jordison walks viewers through how to make charts and graphs truly accessible for all users. From breaking down legal standards to demonstrating a live workflow, Jordison highlights the essential steps organizations can take to bridge the accessibility gap in information design.

August 2, 2026 📅️

27.) How to Create an Accessible Menu for Website Navigation | Be Accessible | August 2, 2026

A guide to the WCAG requirements behind accessible site navigation, the mistakes that most often break menus for keyboard and screen reader users, and the practical steps to build or remediate one. Broken navigation is identified as a common trigger for ADA demand letters.

28.) Mainstream: Are Samsung’s Folding Phones Finally Worth It? | Double Tap | YouTube.com | August 2, 2026

Episode hosts Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and Marc Aflalo scrutinize the latest Samsung foldables, comparing features of the Galaxy Z Fold Ultra, Z Fold 8, and Z Flip. The panel drills into whether refinements in hardware and usability have finally made folding phones compelling, with an eye on accessibility and everyday practicality. From battery life to foldable display durability, their discussion unpacks how these devices may shift standards for mobile productivity and device design.

August 1, 2026 📅️

29.) The MUD That Got It Right: How Erion Makes Text Gaming Accessible | Lanie | August 1, 2026

A first-person account of playing the text-based game Erion with a screen reader, covering its built-in screen reader mode, soundpack, hotkeys, explicit navigation cues and text structure. The piece closes with what other MUDs could take from the design.

30.) Interview With the Creator of the Speakup Screen Reader | Stormux | August 1, 2026

A video interview with Kirk Reiser, creator of the Speakup screen reader for the Linux console, covering the project’s history, its design decisions and the motivation behind one of the longer-running accessibility projects in free software.

31.) Best Web Accessibility Opportunities in August 2026 | A11y Explained with Diana | August 1, 2026

A roundup of accessibility opportunities currently open to applicants, including the 11th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference, a European public tender for helpdesk and digital support services, and an open accessibility position.

32.) NFB 2026 Assistive Technology Highlights | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | August 1, 2026

Showcasing the most notable innovations at the NFB 2026 National Convention, The Blind Life’s Sam guides viewers through standout assistive tech premieres and practical demos from Austin. Highlights include emerging tools like the Koedesk AI dictation app, with industry players positioning for a wider impact in the accessible tech landscape.

33.) Weekend: The Blind Outdoorsman On Hiking, Tech, And Life With RP | Double Tap | YouTube.com | August 1, 2026

Sitting down with guest Jeff Skoglund, Shaun Preece digs into how vision loss from RP shapes both outdoor pursuits and the use of accessible tech. The conversation reveals the adaptive strategies, emotional realities, and candid perspectives that define Jeff’s journey through hiking, kayaking, and digital content creation.

July 31, 2026 📅️

34.) AppleVis Unlimited: What’s New and Noteworthy for July 2026 | AppleVis.com | July 31, 2026

AppleVis publishes its monthly digest of new and updated app entries, blog posts, podcast episodes and popular forum discussions from the community. The July edition leads with an app pick of the month and adds new entries spanning audiobooks, navigation, utilities and games.

35.) Audio Description Links: July 2026 | Vivid Language | July 31, 2026

A monthly roundup of audio description news gathering podcast episodes, conference talks, press coverage, describer craft resources and voice technique videos. The July edition introduces a star marker flagging the items the author considers most noteworthy.

36.) How Accessible Is This for Screen Reader Users? | RNIB | July 31, 2026

A short video showing how a social media post written in upside-down Unicode characters is actually announced by a screen reader, and why sticking to standard characters keeps posts readable for assistive technology users.

37.) ChromeVox On Chromebooks: Can It Replace Your Computer? | Double Tap | YouTube.com | July 31, 2026

Sitting down with accessible tech advocate Charmaine Cole, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece unpack how ChromeVox on Chromebooks is shaping the daily realities of blind users. The conversation highlights Charmaine’s firsthand experiences, the platform’s evolving accessibility features, and the stakes for users seeking an affordable alternative to PCs and Macs.

38.) Introduction To Web Browsing – Part 1 | Training Session With David Goldfield | Blazie Technologies | YouTube.com | July 31, 2026

Showcasing web accessibility in action, David Goldfield walks viewers through fundamental browsing techniques using the BT Speak and BT Braille devices. This first installment offers practical guidance on navigating Chromium and Firefox, with a close look at keyboard shortcuts and menu operations for users of Orca.

July 30, 2026 📅️

39.) Free Accessibility Certifications To Take This Summer | Laura Wissiak | July 30, 2026

Six free, self paced accessibility courses and certifications – ranked by difficulty level so you know where to start! Whether you’re in HR looking for a disability inclusion intro, a developer wanting to understand WCAG from a user’s perspective, or an experienced auditor polishing your testing skills, there’s a recommendation here for you. All courses are free, online, and ideal for fitting into a summer schedule.

40.) BrailleNote Evolve QWERTY 40 Waiting List Now Active | HumanWare | July 30, 2026

HumanWare has opened a waiting list for the BrailleNote Evolve QWERTY 40, citing high interest in the model. Prospective buyers can add their details through a form on the HumanWare site.

41.) Reading Menus at a Restaurant: Ray-Ban Meta vs AGIGA Echovision Glasses | eLearning With Ericka | July 30, 2026

A side-by-side video comparison of Ray-Ban Meta glasses and AGIGA Echovision glasses reading a menu in a restaurant, showing how each handles the task in a real setting.

42.) Annie: The Device Helping Blind Children Read And Write | Double Tap | YouTube.com | July 30, 2026

Sitting down with co-founders Sanskriti Dawle and Dilip Ramesh, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece investigate how Thinkerbell Labs’ Annie device is making self-guided Braille learning a reality for blind children. Their conversation moves from Annie’s origins and educational impact in India to questions of scaling, cost, and the future role of AI in accessible tech across the US and UK. The episode examines the wider implications for Braille literacy and emerging solutions like AI-driven Braille displays.

July 29, 2026 📅️

43.) A Beginner’s Guide to Kiosk Accessibility: What It Is and How to Get Started | Vispero.com | July 29, 2026

Vispero introduces the core concepts behind accessible self-service kiosks, covering the hardware and software that make them usable, the regulations that apply including the ADA, Section 508 and EN 301 549, and the planning and testing steps organizations should take before deployment.

44.) Aira Privacy and Security: a Tool You Can Trust | Aira.io | July 29, 2026

Aira outlines how it handles the live video and personal details shared through its Explorer and ASL apps, covering role-based access limits, password and multi-factor requirements, and what HIPAA compliance means for users. The post closes with points to weigh when choosing a visual interpreting service.

45.) Welcome Aira’s Vice President of Accessibility, Jeff Wissel | Aira.io | July 29, 2026

Aira has appointed Jeff Wissel as Vice President of Accessibility. He previously served as Chief Accessibility Officer at Disability:IN for more than four years and spent 28 years at Fidelity Investments, and will focus on building enterprise accessibility partnerships.

46.) Remarkable World Commentary Episode #101: Interview With Voldi Gailans, Chairman of the Braille Chess Association | DonnaJoDhan.com | July 29, 2026

Voldi Gailans, Chairman of the UK’s Braille Chess Association, recalls his journey from discovering chess as a blind child to leading a historic community. In a broad interview, Gailans details the impact of coaching, accessible chess technologies, and a mission to show that chess is for everyone. The episode underscores how patience, resilience, and imagination learned through chess carry over into life.

Last Week 📅️

47.) Airline Web Accessibility: Filters That Break for Screen Reader Users | UsableNet | July 28, 2026

The second article in a five-part series on airline booking accessibility examines the filters used to narrow a long list of flight results. It details the control patterns that lock screen reader users out, including graphical clock-face time pickers that offer no accessible equivalent.

48.) myBraille Is Live: Configure Your Braille Display Your Way | Help Tech | July 28, 2026

Help Tech has opened the myBraille Configurator, which lets buyers specify the size, braille module and key layout of a braille display rather than choosing from a fixed set of models.

49.) ScribeMe: a Meta Glasses Companion | Anthony Corona | July 17, 2026

A revisited review of ScribeMe, now publicly available on the App Store after disappearing during its beta period. The assessment draws on several months of daily use with Meta glasses while traveling, shopping, at home and at the National Federation of the Blind national convention.

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August 6, 2026 | From Prompting To Productivity: Building Better AI Workflows | Freedom Scientific

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM GMT
This webinar revisits key AI tools, prompting techniques, and practical workflows explored over the past year, highlighting how everyday approaches have evolved as AI capabilities have advanced. Attendees will see real-world task demonstrations, compare past and present methods, and learn which techniques continue to produce the strongest results; ACVREP credits are available for live attendance.

August 6, 2026 | Preventing Falls and Using Stairs Safely | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shares simple techniques to help people with changing vision move safely and confidently around the home and beyond.

August 7, 2026 | Home Organization and Labeling | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores easy ways to organize and label a home so it feels calmer, easier, and more predictable to navigate with changing vision.

August 8, 2026 | Creative AI Tools | Technology User Group At The 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
The Technology User Group (TUG) will be showcasing a plethora of creative AI tools: think of it as a digital playground where imagination takes center stage. Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be all over the headlines, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. In fact, you’ll see just how surprisingly fun and easy it can be to experiment with these tools yourself. During our presentation, we’ll spotlight a variety of technologies that spark creativity, inspire new ideas, and help you express your own talents in fresh ways. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already dabbling, this session will entertain, surprise, and maybe even ignite a new hobby.

August 10, 2026 | Lighting Tips for Everyday Life | Vision Support America

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shows how contrast, better lighting, and less glare can make a home easier to see and move through.

August 11, 2026 | RESIST! Join the Launch of the Community Coalition for Sustainable Diversity and Inclusion: A LinkedIn Live Event | DrKirkAdams.com

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
There are moments in history when simply holding the line is not enough. This is one of those moments. Across the country, organizations, educators, businesses, nonprofits, public agencies, advocates, and community leaders who believe in diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging are facing unprecedented challenges. Programs are being dismantled. Funding is disappearing. Professionals are feeling isolated. Too many people who have dedicated their lives to building stronger, more inclusive communities are wondering where to turn next.

August 11, 2026 | Make Your iPhone Work for You | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free, step-by-step session, Vision Support America walks through simple ways to make an iPhone work better for changing vision, at a comfortable pace.

August 12, 2026 | Part 2: PDF Accessibility Basics – Creating Effective PDF Accessibility Training For Your Organization | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
Join Michael Parker from Access Ingenuity for a structured look at building an effective PDF accessibility training program. Learn how to identify document creators, evaluate the tools they use, and determine whether standard or advanced remediation training will help staff produce accessible documents consistently.

August 12, 2026 | Cooking Tips for Changing Vision | Vision Support America

1:31 PM PT, 2:31 PM MT, 3:31 PM CT, 4:31 PM ET, 8:31 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America leads a supportive conversation on small, practical steps toward feeling comfortable and confident in the kitchen again with changing vision.

August 13, 2026 | How Can Employers Better Recruit & Retain College Talent with Disabilities? | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, the National Organization on Disability explores how employers can reach one of the most overlooked talent pools—college students and recent graduates with disabilities—with a practical look at accessible recruiting, meaningful campus connections, and retaining new hires once they are on board.

August 13, 2026 | Keep Reading Alive | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores different ways to keep reading a part of everyday life, in whatever form works best now.

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, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, the National Organization on Disability walks employers through its EnAble Learning on-demand training and fields questions on building disability confidence, improving retention, and creating more inclusive, productive teams.

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 17, 2026 | Make Your Android Work for You | Vision Support America

10:30 AM PT, 11:30 AM MT, 12:30 PM CT, 1:30 PM ET, 5:30 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America introduces simple, confidence-building ways to make an Android phone more accessible.

August 19, 2026 | JAWS Convenient OCR And The PEARL® Camera: Reading Print, Images, And Inaccessible Content On Screen | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
Join Ian Ramos and Marisa Church from Access Ingenuity and Joe McDaniel from Vispero to explore how JAWS Convenient OCR can read inaccessible PDFs, application windows, graphics, dialogs, and other on-screen content. The presentation also highlights the portable PEARL® Camera for accessing printed materials and is approved for ACVREP continuing education credit for teachers of the visually impaired.

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 20, 2026 | Preventing Falls and Using Stairs Safely | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shares simple techniques to help people with changing vision move safely and confidently around the home and beyond.

August 21, 2026 | Home Organization and Labeling | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores easy ways to organize and label a home so it feels calmer, easier, and more predictable to navigate with changing vision.

August 24, 2026 | Lighting Tips for Everyday Life | Vision Support America

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shows how contrast, better lighting, and less glare can make a home easier to see and move through.

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.

August 25, 2026 | Make Your iPhone Work for You | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free, step-by-step session, Vision Support America walks through simple ways to make an iPhone work better for changing vision, at a comfortable pace.

August 26, 2026 | Voice Control For Accessibility: Dictation And Navigation With Dragon, J-Dictate, And J-Say | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
Join Ian Ramos, Mark Schafer, and Elizabeth Ratto from Access Ingenuity for practical demonstrations of Dragon, J-Dictate, and J-Say. Learn how each voice-control solution supports hands-free navigation, writing, editing, and desktop control while comparing their strengths, limitations, and suitability for different workflows.

August 26, 2026 | My Eyes Don’t Work, But My Brain Still Does! | National Federation Of The Blind Of Maryland Senior Issues Division

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET, 11:00 PM GMT
Join the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland Senior Issues Division for an engaging session with Brian Buhrow and Mark Roane, who share practical insights from their experiences completing home repairs as blind individuals. Gain confidence and learn useful tips for handling basic home maintenance projects independently.

August 26, 2026 | Cooking Tips for Changing Vision | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America leads a supportive conversation on small, practical steps toward feeling comfortable and confident in the kitchen again with changing vision.

August 27, 2026 | Keep Reading Alive | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores different ways to keep reading a part of everyday life, in whatever form works best now.

August 31, 2026 | Make Your Android Work for You | Vision Support America

10:30 AM PT, 11:30 AM MT, 12:30 PM CT, 1:30 PM ET, 5:30 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America introduces simple, confidence-building ways to make an Android phone more accessible.

September 3, 2026 | Preventing Falls and Using Stairs Safely | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shares simple techniques to help people with changing vision move safely and confidently around the home and beyond.

September 4, 2026 | Home Organization and Labeling | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores easy ways to organize and label a home so it feels calmer, easier, and more predictable to navigate with changing vision.

September 7, 2026 | Lighting Tips for Everyday Life | Vision Support America

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shows how contrast, better lighting, and less glare can make a home easier to see and move through.

September 8, 2026 | Make Your iPhone Work for You | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free, step-by-step session, Vision Support America walks through simple ways to make an iPhone work better for changing vision, at a comfortable pace.

September 9, 2026 | Cooking Tips for Changing Vision | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America leads a supportive conversation on small, practical steps toward feeling comfortable and confident in the kitchen again with changing vision.

September 10, 2026 | Virtual Career Fair | National Organization on Disability

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 4:00 PM GMT
The National Organization on Disability hosts a free virtual career fair connecting disability-inclusive employers with job-ready candidates, giving students and hiring teams alike the tools and direct access to succeed at inclusive recruitment.

September 10, 2026 | Keep Reading Alive | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores different ways to keep reading a part of everyday life, in whatever form works best now.

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, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free open house, the National Organization on Disability introduces its Leadership Council—a community of companies advancing disability inclusion in the workplace—and the partnership opportunities available to organizations ready to turn intention into measurable results.

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 14, 2026 | Make Your Android Work for You | Vision Support America

10:30 AM PT, 11:30 AM MT, 12:30 PM CT, 1:30 PM ET, 5:30 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America introduces simple, confidence-building ways to make an Android phone more accessible.

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 17, 2026 | Preventing Falls and Using Stairs Safely | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shares simple techniques to help people with changing vision move safely and confidently around the home and beyond.

September 18, 2026 | Home Organization and Labeling | Vision Support America

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores easy ways to organize and label a home so it feels calmer, easier, and more predictable to navigate with changing vision.

September 21, 2026 | Lighting Tips for Everyday Life | Vision Support America

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America shows how contrast, better lighting, and less glare can make a home easier to see and move through.

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.

September 22, 2026 | Make Your iPhone Work for You | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free, step-by-step session, Vision Support America walks through simple ways to make an iPhone work better for changing vision, at a comfortable pace.

September 23, 2026 | Cooking Tips for Changing Vision | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America leads a supportive conversation on small, practical steps toward feeling comfortable and confident in the kitchen again with changing vision.

September 24, 2026 | Keep Reading Alive | Vision Support America

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 8:00 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America explores different ways to keep reading a part of everyday life, in whatever form works best now.

September 28, 2026 | Make Your Android Work for You | Vision Support America

10:30 AM PT, 11:30 AM MT, 12:30 PM CT, 1:30 PM ET, 5:30 PM GMT
In this free session, Vision Support America introduces simple, confidence-building ways to make an Android phone more accessible.

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

The National Organization on Disability convenes leaders from business, technology, and advocacy at its Times Center gathering in New York to explore how emerging technologies—including AI, extended reality, and smart devices—are reshaping accessibility and the future of disability inclusion in the workforce.

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, 5:00 PM GMT
In this free session, the National Organization on Disability walks employers through its EnAble Learning on-demand training and fields questions on building disability confidence, improving retention, and creating more inclusive, productive teams.

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 abo ut everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

November 8, 2026 | 18th Annual Dining In The Dark Fundraiser To Benefit The Blind | Florida Outreach Center For The Blind

1:00 PM PT, 2:00 PM MT, 3:00 PM CT, 4:00 PM ET, 9:00 PM GMT
Experience an unforgettable evening at the 18th Annual Dining in the Dark, where guests enjoy a three-course meal served in complete darkness by the PBSO SWAT Team using night-vision goggles. The night also features live entertainment, an inspiring guest speaker, and a silent auction supporting programs for the blind community in Palm Beach County.

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, 6:00 PM GMT
In a free, year-end CEO Office Hours led by Beth Sirull, the National Organization on Disability reflects on milestones in disability inclusion and looks ahead to the strategies that will shape the coming year.

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

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
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