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Explore the challenges of guide dog eligibility and ownership alongside the innovative capabilities of Glide, an AI-assisted navigation device. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece engage with users to uncover personal stories about mobility and the evolving role of technology in enhancing the lives of blind individuals.

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A.) The Future Of AI In Accessible Customer Service For Blind And Low-Vision Customers | BeMyEyes.com | November 25, 2025

Advancements in artificial intelligence are transforming customer service, particularly for blind and low-vision users by providing accessible and effective support. AI can interpret visual information, enabling users to receive real-time guidance and enhancing customer experience by reducing frustration and support resolution times.

B.) Apple’s Most Overlooked App Just Got a Lot Better | Wired.com | November 21, 2025

Publisher (Di Blasi): For anyone not in the know, Apple Shortcuts are purely amazing. Especially for creating accessibility workarounds. That said, creating them is not for the feint of heart, whether you can see or not. They carry a lot of nuance, but are incredibly powerful, and each shortcut can be created right there on your iPhone. Essentially, Apple Shorcuts provide a basic level of iPhone automation. Especially now that they have access to Apple Intelligence. If automating your iPhone interests you, I encourage you to do a YouTube deep dive on the subject before you get started.
Wired.com: Apple Shortcuts has received new capabilities through Apple Intelligence, allowing users to create more effective custom automations. The integration of AI enhances the process of building shortcuts that can streamline everyday tasks, making automating chores simpler and faster.

C.) Be My Eyes And AI: Balancing Tech And Human Connection | Double Tap | YouTube.com | November 26, 2025

Be My Eyes is revolutionizing accessibility by merging AI technology with human empathy. CEO Mike Buckley reveals insights on the app’s recent recognition as an Apple App Store Cultural Impact finalist and addresses the complex ethical implications of AI in assistive technology, alongside the emotional experiences of users and volunteers.

D.) Accessible Board Games (Inclusive Imagination) | The Blind Guide | November 26, 2025

For many, game night is a cherished ritual. It’s a time to gather with friends and family for laughter, strategy, and connection. But for millions of people with vision loss, physical disabilities, or neurodiversity, this simple joy can be a frustrating experience. Most board games are designed with a single type of user in mind. That unintentionally excludes anyone who can’t easily see the board, read the cards, or handle small pieces. This exclusion doesn’t just mean missing out on a fun evening. It creates social barriers. But what if game night could be truly inclusive? What if games were designed from the very beginning with everyone in mind? A company called Inclusive Imagination (see Resources) is leading this charge. They are engineering a new generation of accessible board games that allow everyone to play the same game. At the same table, together.

E.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2548: Redefining the Modern Braille Notetaker | November 26, 2025

Blazie Technologies is reimagining classic notetakers for today’s blind users. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with CEO Bryan Blazie and Marketing Director David Goldfield about the BT Speak and BT Braille devices. These Raspberry Pi powered tools blend assistive tech, modern design, and thoughtful engineering to better serve the community.

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Greetings everyone. I am very happy to report that the new Top Tech Tidbits website is now live and well ahead of schedule. So we decided to continue publishing the Top Tech Tidbits newsletter through December 2025 in order to keep everyone informed during the downtime often provided by holiday schedules. If you’re reading this right now, you’re reading it from the new Top Tech Tidbits website. We never wanted to pause publication. We just wanted to make sure that the transition was smooth, and if it was not, that we would have time to address it.

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Starting with this newsletter, each weekly newsletter going forward will be 100% responsive (mobile-friendly) across devices. Just like this one. Newsletters published prior to today, will retain their static, non-responsive format. Unfortunately, there was no feasible way to go back and make all prior newsletters responsive. But they shall remain fully accessible, and easily navigable by heading for all time.

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A.) AI Will Soon Deliver Code That Will Pass Automatic Testing By Default | Cerovac.com | November 22, 2025

Recent benchmarks reveal accessibility testing results for various AI models, indicating that Open AI leads in automatic code generation. However, it is essential to understand that automatic testing has limitations, and human evaluation remains critical for ensuring website usability for people with disabilities.

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9.) The VoiceOver Learning Lounge: Making the Mac Accessible for Everyone | Double Tap | YouTube.com | December 3, 2025

Charmaine Co, an assistive tech instructor, shares insights from her innovative VoiceOver Learning Lounge, offering remote training for blind and low vision users. The session covers essential tools for mastering Mac and iPhone accessibility, emphasizing practical, bite-sized lessons that enable users to leverage Apple devices confidently.

10.) Want This Hearing Aid? Well, Who Do You Know? | Wired.com | December 3, 2025

Fortell, an AI-powered hearing aid startup, is creating buzz among the elite by offering a product that boasts superior performance in noisy environments. Retailing at $6,800, it aims to rethink how hearing aids function, addressing a critical gap in existing devices by focusing on clarity in conversation amidst background noise.

11.) Podcast: Eyes on Success Episode 2549: A Recipe for Resilience | December 3, 2025

Carina Comer turned her enjoyment of baking as a child and her passion for helping others into a thriving vegan Scandinavian-style bakery that employs and empowers disabled workers. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with her about overcoming blindness, navigating pastry school, and building a business rooted in accessibility, resilience, and community impact.

12.) Using The Meta Smart Glasses To Play A Video Game! How Helpful Is It? | Carrie on Accessibility | YouTube.com | December 2, 2025

Explore the experiences of a visually impaired gamer utilizing Meta Smart Glasses to enhance gameplay. Highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of this technology, the discussion offers insights into its effectiveness in navigating video game environments.

13.) Exploding Laptops, Lady A+ Woes, And Accessible Tea | Double Tap | YouTube.com | December 2, 2025

Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore the chaotic world of technology in this engaging episode, discussing listener experiences with failing laptops, the quirks of Amazon’s Lady A+, and the challenges of accessible tea-making. They also delve into the changing landscape of AI assistance and the nuances of living with a visual impairment.

14.) Improved Keyboard And Narrator Support For Comments In Word For Windows | TechCommunity.Microsoft.com | December 2, 2025

The latest updates to Microsoft Word enhance keyboard and screen reader navigation for comments. Key features include improved contextual navigation and new shortcuts for reading comment details, providing a more streamlined and inclusive experience for users relying on assistive technologies.

15.) Liblouis Release 3.36.0 | Liblouis.io | December 2, 2025

The Liblouis release 3.36.0 introduces significant updates to braille tables, including new tables for Macedonian uncontracted braille and English Grade 3. This version also features improved Python bindings, enhanced support for multiple environments, and various updates aligning with the latest braille standards.

16.) Guide Dogs, Glide, and the Future of Blind Mobility | Double Tap | YouTube.com | December 1, 2025

Explore the challenges of guide dog eligibility and ownership alongside the innovative capabilities of Glide, an AI-assisted navigation device. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece engage with users to uncover personal stories about mobility and the evolving role of technology in enhancing the lives of blind individuals.

17.) Tables Have Headers Applied in PDF | The Accessibility Guy | YouTube.com | December 1, 2025

Demonstrating the process of applying table headers in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, this instructional content aids in enhancing accessibility for users relying on screen readers. By incorporating tools like Venngage to set headers during PDF creation, users can ensure their documents are designed with accessibility in mind from the outset.

18.) Mastering ARIA: Writing Clearer Code for Enhanced Web Accessibility | BeAccessible.com | December 1, 2025

This article explores the significance of Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) in enhancing web accessibility, explaining best practices for applying ARIA labels and attributes effectively. It emphasizes how ARIA can aid assistive technologies in navigating interactive elements, thereby improving overall compliance with web accessibility standards.

19.) Employee Spotlight — Brett Lewis | Vispero.com | December 1, 2025

Brett Lewis has been promoted to Director of Engineering at Vispero, reflecting the company’s commitment to enhancing its engineering leadership. In his new role, he will lead modernization efforts, advocating for user accessibility while integrating innovative technologies to improve the product portfolio for visually impaired individuals.

20.) 3D Printing A Replica Of The Helen Keller Quarter | BlindCoinCollector.com | November 30, 2025

Creating a tactile replica of coins for visually impaired collectors can bridge the gap between seeing and feeling details. This post highlights the challenges in 3D printing a detailed replica of the Alabama Quarter, including the lack of readability in the original braille, ultimately leading to improvements that enhance tactile recognition.

21.) NOA From Biped Tested: AI Scene Description, 3D Audio & Object-Finding For Blind & Low Vision Users | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | November 29, 2025

Testing the NOA by Biped reveals its potential as an innovative wearable assistant for the blind and visually impaired. Utilizing advanced AI, 3D audio, and real-time obstacle detection, it enhances navigation and environmental understanding, while also outlining its strengths and limitations for those exploring assistive technology solutions.

22.) How ICanConnect Works: Step-By-Step Guide | ICanConnect.org | November 29, 2025

iCanConnect provides free telecommunications equipment and training for individuals who are DeafBlind, ensuring they can maintain connections with family and friends. The program, funded by the FCC, has specific disability and income eligibility requirements and offers tailored communication tools and support to navigate the application process.

23.) What DeafBlind Individuals Should Know About Federal Equipment Distribution | ICanConnect.org | November 29, 2025

The National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution Program offers no-cost communication technology to eligible individuals with significant combined hearing and vision loss. It provides various specialized devices and ensures comprehensive assessments and training to facilitate effective communication access, enhancing independence for DeafBlind individuals.

24.) Voice Notes, Rules And Messages: The New Etiquette Of Texting | WashingtonPost.com | November 29, 2025

As communication evolves, the rules of texting are also changing, influencing how we interact through voice notes and written messages. This exploration highlights the emergence of new etiquette norms that seek to balance convenience and respect in digital conversations.

25.) Inclusive Imagination Newsletter Holiday 2025 | Inclusive Imagination | November 29, 2025

Inclusive Imagination’s Holiday 2025 newsletter shares founder Garrett’s excitement after a hugely successful PAX Unplugged, where Apprentice ICG sold out and received enthusiastic feedback for its fun, accessible design. The team has updated their website with a new “Learn to Play” page and a “Polyhedral Dice Only Games” resource, highlights a new accessible card game, Chasing Rainbows ICG, featuring colored braille and tactile illustrations and planned for a 2026 Kickstarter launch, and announces a 20% off sale on all products through 12/18 with the code gamenight. They also spotlight the free Access Arcade app as a hub for universally-designed digital games and tools, and invite readers to stay connected via YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.

26.) Inside Sight Village London 2025: The Future of Low Vision Tech | Double Tap | YouTube.com | November 28, 2025

Explore cutting-edge low vision technologies showcased at Sight Village London 2025, featuring innovations such as Luna Glasses and Angel Eye, which empower individuals with sight loss. This coverage highlights pioneering creators and their contributions to enhancing independence through accessible and intelligent design.

27.) ADA Requirements For Retail Stores And How To Offer More For Blind And Low Vision Customers | BeMyEyes.com | November 28, 2025

The article outlines the requirements under Title III of the ADA that prohibit discrimination in retail environments, emphasizing the importance of accessibility for disabled individuals. It discusses specific areas such as parking, store entrances, aisles, and checkout areas, while highlighting how technology like Be My Eyes’ services can enhance the shopping experience for blind and low-vision customers.

28.) Braille, Glide, And AirPods: Listener Feedback Unpacked | Double Tap | YouTube.com | November 27, 2025

Steven Scott and Shaun Preece engage listeners with lively discussions on blind technology and mobility aids. By sharing real-world experiences and addressing listener feedback, they explore the value of assistive tech and the critical discourse on teaching braille to future generations.

29.) Playing The Low Vision Lottery! | The Blind Life | YouTube.com | November 27, 2025

Explore the unexpected nuances of participating in the Low Vision lottery, uncovering experiences many people with low vision may encounter without even realizing it. Join the conversation to gain insight and share a few laughs about navigating daily challenges of low vision life.

30.) The Accessibility Problem With Authentication Methods Like CAPTCHA | SmashingMagazine.com | November 27, 2025

CAPTCHA methods are designed to distinguish between human and bot activity on the internet but often exclude individuals with disabilities. These methods, while common for blocking spam, result in frustrating user experiences and may be ineffective against advanced bots.

31.) Why Use React? | Adactio.com | November 26, 2025

This discourse elucidates the rationale behind developers’ predilection for React, juxtaposing it against alternative technologies while probing into the inertia that underlies its ubiquitous adoption. It scrutinizes the interplay between developer familiarity and user experience, contending that the preeminence of React may not necessarily confer benefits to end-users.

32.) Ask Google To Call Local Businesses For You | Blog.Google | November 25, 2025

Google has introduced a new agentic calling feature that allows users to request Google to call local businesses for information on product availability and discounts. Users can initiate this by searching on Google and can choose to receive summaries via text or email after the calls are completed.

33.) The Performance Inequality Gap, 2026 | Infrequently.org | November 24, 2025

This article examines the device and network landscape for 2026, highlighting updated network specifications and performance recommendations. It emphasizes the growing disparity in web performance due to increased JavaScript load and device limitations, while urging developers to consider lower-tier devices and slower connections in their designs to foster a more equitable web experience.

34.) WCAG 3 Update | Knowbility | YouTube.com | November 21, 2025

Rachael Bradley-Montgomery, Ph.D., a leading accessibility expert, shares critical advancements in the development of WCAG 3.0, outlining the milestones achieved and future directions for enhancing digital accessibility standards. Her insights reflect the ongoing commitment to making web content more inclusive for all users.

35.) The Value of Selecting Selects by Value | AdrianRoselli.com | November 21, 2025

This article examines the use of voice control for testing select menus by their values, especially in the context of WCAG issues related to accessibility. It provides insights into the testing outcomes across various platforms, recommending the use of visible labels to improve user experience for voice control users.

36.) Testing Methods: Focus Order | DennisDeacon.com | November 20, 2025

Effective focus order is critical for web accessibility, ensuring users can navigate intuitively with non-pointer devices. A comprehensive testing approach that combines automated, AI-based, and manual methods enhances user experience and compliance with WCAG standards.

37.) An Accessible Pagination Pattern (Or Two) | TemperTemper.net | November 19, 2025

The blog post explores the challenges of implementing effective pagination for accessibility on a site with an extensive number of articles. It emphasizes the importance of providing clear navigation cues and presents two pagination patterns, enhancing user understanding of their current position within the content.

38.) AI’s Role In Improving Accessibility | Marketplace | November 28, 2025

AI large language models have been heralded as revolutionary in the world of accessibility. But in order to create a more accessible internet, those with disabilities need to be included in the process of training the technology, advocates say.

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December 1-5, 2025 | European Parliament Disability Rights Week | European Parliament

The European Parliament’s Third Disability Rights Week brings policymakers, parliamentarians, and civil society together to review progress and reinforce disability rights as a central pillar of EU policy development.

December 4, 2025 | An Introduction To Copilot: Crafting Confidence And Capability | Vispero

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this interactive webinar from Vispero, presenters Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan introduce Microsoft Copilot, the AI assistant built into Office 365 apps such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Participants will learn how to use Copilot to create and summarize content, analyze data, and streamline communication using JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. ACVREP credits are available for attendees.

December 4, 2025 | AI, Emerging Accessibility Technologies, And The Disability Tax | Accessible Web

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
We’re going to dig into emerging technologies with the disability tax as a lens. Are these emerging technologies accelerating the existing inequalities that people with disabilities already experience? While AI is touted as a time-saver, is it actually increasing the time and money people with disabilities have to use to keep up? What about other new technologies? Join us after the Thanksgiving break on December 4, 2025, at 2 PM EST for a short free webinar to discuss: Subscription models and assistive technologies. Are the WCAG enough to avoid user stratification when using new technologies? Avoiding pitfalls of AI. Being thoughtful in the implementation of new tech.

December 4, 2025 | Live Website Remediation With Brian Coords | WordPress Accessibility Meetup

Amber Hinds and Brian Coords lead a hands-on session demonstrating live accessibility remediation on a WordPress website, offering practical insight into resolving common digital accessibility issues.

December 4-5, 2025 | European Day Of Persons With Disabilities Conference 2025 | European Commission

This hybrid conference from the European Commission explores inclusion and equality within the EU, featuring panels on disability rights strategy, inclusive budgeting, and crisis preparedness, concluding with the Access City Award 2025 ceremony.

December 5, 2025 | Cognitive Accessibility In Digital Interfaces | Funka Foundation

Funka Foundation explores cognitive accessibility in digital interfaces, highlighting barriers users face and proposing actionable design solutions from an ongoing project funded by the Swedish Inheritance Fund.

December 6, 2025 | Low Vision Now Meeting With Sarah Gerdes Of The Hadley Institute Regarding Hadley’s New Offerings | Low Vision Now

9:45 AM PT, 10:45 AM MT, 11:45 AM CT, 12:45 PM ET, 5:45 PM GMT
Join Low Vision Now for its monthly Zoom meeting featuring Sarah Gerdes of the Hadley Institute, who will discuss Hadley’s newest free courses, group sessions, and resources for individuals with vision loss. This free, one-hour session offers valuable insights into Hadley’s expanding support programs and how they can benefit those seeking greater independence and learning opportunities.

December 8, 2025 | Experience Reading With The Dot Pad X | Dot Incorporation

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
In this webinar from Dot Incorporation, discover how the Dot Pad X revolutionizes digital Braille reading with its portable 320-cell tactile display. Learn how its eight lines of twenty cells bring context, formatting, and spatial layout to life, offering a truly immersive multiline Braille experience for students, professionals, and avid readers alike.

December 9, 2025 and December 10, 2025 | 6th Annual Sight Tech Global | SightTechGlobal.com

Sight Tech Global returns for its sixth year as a free, virtual conference spotlighting how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping assistive tech and accessibility worldwide. Featuring expert panels, demos, and discussions with leaders from Google, Meta, and Microsoft, the conference explores innovations that empower independence and drive digital equity.

December 9, 2025 | The State Of Digital Accessibility: What’s Holding Teams Back And How To Move Forward In 2025 | Level Access

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
Level Access shares key insights from its annual accessibility survey, revealing what’s preventing teams from scaling accessibility efforts and how leading organizations are closing these gaps for 2025.

December 11, 2025 | Accessible By Design: Building Better From The Start | Digital Accessibility Experts Live

This session underscores the importance of embedding accessibility from the design phase, showing how early inclusive decisions lead to more efficient, cost-effective, and equitable digital products.

December 13, 2025 | Smart Glasses And Other Wearables | 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, 3:00 PM GMT
TUG is diving into the cutting-edge development of wearable technology in a dynamic Zoom session that promises to inform, inspire, and spark conversation. From smart glasses to safety-enhancing wearables, we’ll explore: What’s out there right now, and what’s coming next. How these devices support information access, mobility, and personal safety. Whether wearable devices are budget-friendly or tend towards breaking the bank.

December 18, 2025 | Beyond Basic Accessibility: WCAG With A Neurodiversity Lens | Accessible Web

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Design inclusive spaces for every brain! We’re exploring various Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) criteria that support neurodiversity. Together, let’s learn how conforming to WCAG helps support people who are neurodivergent navigate and understand your site or platform. Join us on December 18, 2025, at 2 PM EST for our last webinar of 2025: Plain and unambiguous language. Captioning. Setting expectations. Creation of low-stimulation digital environments. Flexible tools and settings. We hope to see you there to explore this topic, share your own personal experiences, and ask any accessibility questions.

February 4, 5, and 6 2025 | Noat 2025: EducATe And IntegrATe | NOAT Conference

7:00 AM PT, 8:00 AM MT, 9:00 AM CT, 10:00 AM ET, 3:00 PM GMT
Join the NOAT Conference for NOAT 2025: educATe and integrATe, a three-day virtual event dedicated to advancing assistive technology education and integration. Held online via Zoom, this interactive experience includes live presentations, vendor demonstrations, and 1:1 networking opportunities designed to empower participants with innovative tools and strategies for inclusion.

April 13, 2025 and April 14, 2025 | The 26th Annual Multiple Perspective Conference: Infrastructures For Accessibility | The Ohio State University

12:00 AM PT, 1:00 AM MT, 2:00 AM CT, 3:00 AM ET, 8:00 AM GMT
Hosted by The Ohio State University, the 26th Annual Multiple Perspective Conference explores infrastructures for accessibility, emphasizing access as essential to design, innovation, and civic engagement. This year’s program invites presentations on policies and practices that advance inclusion and uphold the spirit of the ADA, with a focus on structures that enable full participation across society.

May 21, 2025 | Tech Blitz 2025: Assistive Technology Showcase Brings Together Blind, Deafblind, And Low Vision Community For Innovation, Discovery, And Connection. | Helen Keller Services

3:00 PM PT, 4:00 PM MT, 5:00 PM CT, 6:00 PM ET, 11:00 PM GMT
In this in-person showcase hosted by Helen Keller Services, assistive technology vendors, innovators, and users come together for a day of interactive demonstrations, in-depth discussions, and community connection focused on advancing access and independence for the blind, DeafBlind, and low vision communities.

May 21, 2025 | Global Accessibility Awareness Day | The GAAD Foundation

Join The GAAD Foundation on May 21, 2025, 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.

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Sponsor Since: February 28, 2025 📅️

Website: https://awarewolfgear.com/ 🌐️

About: Awarewolf Gear is built on innovation, resilience, and a passion for adventure — especially for those in the blind and low vision community.

Awarewolf Gear is dedicated to redefining mobility through high-performance, thoughtfully engineered canes.

With the core belief that everyone deserves to explore confidently, our mission is encapsulated in our tagline, “Power for Life’s Adventure.”

Our product line, community initiatives, and inspirational storytelling all work in tandem to empower users to navigate diverse terrains with ease and independence.

Product Line

⚫️ All Terrain Cane (ATC)

Design & Purpose: The All Terrain Cane was originally engineered for the rugged trails of Sedona, Arizona. Made from durable titanium alloy, it is built to handle everything from sandy beaches to rocky mountain paths. Its adjustable 16-inch handle and high-performance roller ball tip provide stability and versatility across varied surfaces.

⚫️ Urban Xplorer Cane (UX)

Innovation & Versatility: Merging the rugged design of the ATC with enhancements for urban mobility, the Urban Xplorer Cane features an adjustable handle and a specially designed “Dome” cane tip. Available in multiple sizes (small, medium, large and extra-large), this lightweight, robust cane is ideal for navigating busy city streets as well as more challenging environments.

⚫️ Cane Tips

Customization & Performance: Awarewolf Gear’s Cane Tips are designed to elevate your mobility experience by ensuring smooth, reliable navigation across all terrains. Crafted for both durability and style, these premium replacement tips allow users to personalize their canes while enhancing performance.

⚫️ Accessories and Apparel

Customization & Expression: Beyond canes, Awarewolf Gear offers a range of accessories — such as colorful replacement cane tips designed for visibility and personal expression — and apparel that carry the brand’s adventurous spirit.

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⬆︎ 15.) Sponsor: Vision Tech Academy

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Sponsor Since: January 15, 2025 📅️

Website: https://visiontechacademy.com/ 🌐️

About: Vision Tech Academy is a website, platform and online directory dedicated to empowering blind and low-vision individuals by connecting them with trusted assistive technology educators for free.

Vision Tech Academy is the home of the free, access-technology specific, Online Directory of Educators (ODE).

Inspired by the legacy of John Panarese, the Academy website serves as a hub for accessible learning, offering a free directory of access educators, live and recorded courses, and resources to foster learning independence and success.

With an ongoing mission to provide high-quality, trusted, personalized training on tools like VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA and Braille technology, Vision Tech Academy bridges the gap between technology and accessibility, ensuring inclusive and accessible education for all.

📖️ Free Directory for Students

📖️ Free General Profiles for All Access Educators

🏅️ Premium Profiles for Access Educators Who Want More Reach

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⬆︎ 14.) Sponsor: Elegant Insights Braille Creations

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Sponsor Since: November 22, 2024 📅️

Website: https://elegantinsightsjewelry.com/ 🌐️

About: Elegant Insights Braille Creations, founded by Laura Legendary, offers a distinctive collection of handcrafted jewelry and accessories embossed with crisp, readable braille.

Inspired by a personal experience, Laura, who is blind, established the brand to merge style with accessibility, providing beautiful and inclusive products. Each piece is made in the USA and can often be personalized or custom-designed to meet individual preferences.

Beyond her work with Elegant Insights, Laura co-founded The Fashionability Channel podcast, which provides beauty, fashion, and lifestyle information for people with disabilities. She also maintains two blogs: the Accessible Insights Blog, offering information on products and services for individuals with low or no vision, and the Sparkle On Blog, which provides jewelry education, design trends, and style information.

Laura’s dedication to accessibility and advocacy extends to her role as a speaker, author, and educator specializing in these areas. Her multifaceted efforts aim to empower individuals with disabilities, ensuring they have access to stylish, functional, and meaningful products and information.

Home | About Elegant Insights | Ordering, Shipping and FAQs | My Account | Checkout | Cart | Shop The Boutique | Wish List | Testimonials | Subscribe

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⬆︎ 13.) Sponsor: Florida Vision Technology

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Sponsor Since: October 13, 2024 📅️

Website: https://floridareading.com/ 🌐️

About: Florida Vision Technology is officially celebrating its 20th anniversary. When I started in February 2000, the assistive technology industry was young, and there were just a handful of manufacturers.

Opening the business felt right, and I was ready to jump in. The biggest challenge, in the beginning, was getting a used bulky desk into the shed in my backyard, which my daughters named “Lesa Berg Kretschmer World Headquarters.”

Three years later, in June of 2003, we moved into our first offsite location and opened a low vision superstore!

Home | Shop | Blogs | About Us | Contact Us

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⬆︎ 12.) Sponsor: Blindly Brilliant

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Sponsor Since: September 20, 2024 📅️

Website: https://donnajodhan.com/bb/ 🌐️

About: Welcome to Blindly Brilliant, the inclusive pottery studio of advocate and artist Donna J. Jodhan. Formerly on Etsy, the shop is now hosted by Innosearch to deliver a faster, cleaner, and more accessible experience from first click to checkout. Every product page follows accessible patterns for screen reader users, with clear headings, rich alt text, high-contrast visuals, and keyboard-first navigation.

Need a hand while you browse? CoBrowse AI is available to all BLV and PWD customers for real-time, side-by-side assistance. Get help comparing sizes and finishes, hearing image descriptions, or moving through checkout with confidence.

Explore functional kitchenware and decorative pieces that put touch at the center. Each collection reflects Donna’s belief that art and resilience go hand in hand, and invites everyone to enjoy beautiful, usable design.

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⬆︎ 11.) Sponsor: The Apex Program

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Sponsor Since: July 16, 2024 📅️

Website: https://theapexprogram.com 🌐️

About: Unlocking Abilities, Securing Futures. Founded on the principles of inclusivity and opportunity, the Apex Program is a pioneering educational initiative in cybersecurity, tailored for the blind, visually impaired, disabled, and veteran communities. Created by a Novacoast employee and inspired by his own journey from disability to Security Operations Center manager, the curriculum is designed to create a strong foundation of IT security knowledge, while instilling confidence and ensuring competence in the IT talent pool. Our ten-week program culminates in industry-recognized CompTIA certifications and a guaranteed pathway to employment, courtesy of Novacoast’s dedicated IT Staffing division. At Apex, we don’t just teach cybersecurity; we transform lives by unlocking potential and advocating for diversity in the IT security workforce.

Mission: The Apex Program is committed to bridging the gap in cybersecurity talent by empowering the blind, visually impaired, disabled, and veteran communities through inclusive, accessible, and comprehensive training. Our mission is to nurture a diverse workforce equipped with the necessary IT security skills and certifications to thrive in the cybersecurity sector. In partnership with Novacoast, we ensure a solid educational foundation and job placement in the industry, further fostering a future where every individual can focus their distinct abilities on building a more secure digital world.

Novacoast: Novacoast is a cybersecurity and IT services company that helps organizations enhance their security posture. They offer a range of services, including cybersecurity advisory, security engineering, identity and access management, development and integration, penetration testing, managed security services, and incident response. Their managed services include co-managed SIEM, DLP, EDR, vulnerability and patch management, phishing monitoring, and threat operations. Novacoast also provides specialized services for different industries such as finance, healthcare, and gaming. Additionally, they offer staffing solutions and training programs. Learn more today.

Home | A Division of Novacoast | Novacoast Federal | The Program | About Us | Partnerships | Media | Contact

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⬆︎ 10.) Sponsor: Innosearch.ai

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Sponsor Since: June 7, 2024 📅️

Website: https://www.innosearch.ai 🌐️

Email: info@innosearch.ai 📧️

About: Innosearch is an all-in-one shopping platform augmented with a cutting-edge AI-powered shopping assistant. This innovative feature mimics the experience of shopping in real life by allowing you to interact with the assistant using natural language. It aggregates millions of products from top US online retailers, bringing them directly to you. With this advanced generative AI, Innosearch offers personalized product recommendations, highlights the best deals, and provides comprehensive information including reviews, total prices, shipping options, and more. Innosearch delivers a seamless end-to-end shopping experience, eliminating the need to search and browse in multiple tabs across retailers.

YouTube Review By Sam Seavey: https://youtube.com/watch?v=-rjL-HAwaZY.

Key Features: Key Features of the Innosearch All-in-One AI Shopping Platform include:

➜ Research Products: Easily compare products across retailers, or weigh pros and cons of similar products to make informed decisions.

➜ Uncover the Best Deals: Never miss a door buster, coupon, or clearance sale again. Get notified about the best prices and offers.

➜ AI Summarized Trusted Reviews: See what others are saying and make confident purchases.

➜ All in One: Innosearch brings millions of products from top online retailers directly to you, allowing you to shop the best deals with easy checkout and personalized AI assistance.

➜ Shop with Confidence: Rest assured, Innosearch has you covered with free shipping and returns on every purchase.

➜ Know Before You Buy: Innosearch equips you with expert buying guides, empowering you to make well-informed decisions.

How To Shop: Simply create a free account and start shopping today!

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⬆︎ 9.) Sponsor: The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.

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Sponsor Since: December 29, 2022 📅️

Website: https://lhblind.org/ 🌐️

Phone: (800) 914-7307 📱️

Fax: (206) 329-3397 ░

Contact Us: https://lhblind.org/contact-us/

About: The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit social enterprise providing employment, support, and training opportunities for people who are blind, deafblind, and blind with other disabilities. The Lighthouse has provided employment and support to people who are blind in our community since 1918.

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is a successful manufacturing organization with over 60 years of experience in precision machining. We produce an array of machined parts and plastic injection molding for various aerospace manufacturers, as well as a host of office products and hydration equipment sold to the Federal Government and the U.S. Military. We also own and operate stores on military bases along the West Coast. Our products and services include:

• Manufacturing: We are a successful manufacturing organization committed to making jobs accessible to individuals who are blind. Our manufacturing operations center on making quality products for the Federal Government under the AbilityOne Program and producing parts for aerospace manufacturers.

• Managed Services: The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. offers a variety of services to our commercial, federal, and military customers. These include Contract Management Support (CMS) services for government contracting offices.

• Base Supply Centers: We operate 12 AbilityOne Base Supply Centers (BSCs) that offer easy customer access to Lighthouse products, direct feedback and communication with customers, and employment opportunities for individuals who are blind in geographic areas not served by larger nonprofit agencies.

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⬆︎ 8.) Sponsor: Wayaround

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Sponsor Since: January 5, 2023 📅️

Website: https://www.wayaround.com/ 🌐️

General Sales & Support: (888) 898-4465 📱️

Business Sales & Support: (888) 898-4465 📱️

Email: connect@wayaround.com 📧️

About: WayAround is the app for your smart device that provides on-demand details about everyday things. The simple tag-and-scan approach lets you quickly and easily identify things around you. It also provides extra details, like how something works or when it expires. The result? Doing more of the things you want, with more confidence and more independence.

All the information you want with just a tap of your phone. No more waiting around to ask someone. You need just two things to get started: The free mobile app for iOS or Android and some of our smart WayTags^®.

Accessible labels for the blind, deafblind, and anyone with vision loss. Your biggest problem isn’t poor eyesight. It’s that so much of the information in the world is visual. But you shouldn’t have to wait around for someone else to get the information you need. Or carry around a bulky, outdated device. There is a better way to get accurate and complete information every time. So you can reduce stress and gain independence.

Download The App (Apple): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wayaround-tag-and-scan/id1294361140?mt=8

Download The App (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wayaround.wayaround

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⬆︎ 7.) Sponsor: Aira

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Sponsor Since: August 4, 2022 📅️

Website: https://aira.io/ 🌐️

Download the App: Apple App Store | Google Play Store

Plans and Pricing: https://aira.io/pricing/

Phone: NA: +1.800.835.1934 📱️ | AU: +1.800.765.096 📱️ | UK: +0.800.046.5668 📱️ | NZ: +1.800.425.451 📱️

Text Message: NA: +1.858.242.4457 📱️ | AU: +61.488.839.767 📱️ | UK: +44.149.320.2474 📱️

Email: support@aira.io 📧️

About: At Aira, we believe access to information is a human right. Aira breaks down accessibility barriers by providing on-demand video remote interpreting for both the blind and low-vision community, and the Deaf Community. People can download the Aira Explorer app or the Aira ASL app, and be instantly connected to a professional interpreter. Available 24/7/365, interpreters work with callers to facilitate more efficient communication and accomplish tasks together. Aira is proud to lead the way in delivering secure, on-demand, inclusive services that transform lives and open doors to new opportunities for all.

Contact Us | Access Partners | Plans and Pricing

Step One: Subscribe and Download. Pick the plan that lets you explore on your terms and on your time, sign up in a few minutes, and download the Aira app to your smartphone. Plans shown are for the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Add or cancel at any time.

Step Two: Connect with an Aira Agent. On the first call, connect with one of our certified, specially-trained Agents and learn how everything works.

Step Three: Real-time Assistance. At the touch of a button, Aira delivers instant access to visual information, when and where you want it.

Social: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram

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⬆︎ 6.) Sponsor: Fable Tech Labs

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Sponsor Since: June 30, 2022 📅️

Website: https://makeitfable.com/ 🌐️

Email: community@makeitfable.com 📧️

About: Fable is an accessibility platform powered by people with disabilities, connecting them to accessibility managers, user researchers, designers, and developers to build accessible user experiences.

Opportunities:

➜ Accessibility Tester: Testers drive meaningful change in digital accessibility by sharing feedback on the websites and apps of the companies that care. As a Tester, earn a competitive tech industry wage, learn valuable transferrable skills, and grow your career. Fable is looking for assistive technology users in the US or Canada to work the hours that they want, completely from home. No experience or resume required.

➜ Survey Respondent: Survey Respondents enjoy a remote, low-commitment income opportunity, all while contributing to accessibility research. Surveys are typically sent out once a month, and you can earn $5 to $50 per survey. Apply today if you identify as having a disability and live in the US or Canada. You do not need to use assistive technology to apply.

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⬆︎ 5.) Sponsor: SelvasBLV

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Sponsor Since: September 30, 2021 📅️

Website: https://selvasblv.com/ 🌐️

Shop All Products: https://selvasblv.com/shop-all-products/ 🛒️

Phone: (512) 837-2000 📱️

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5R9NjA1nfWo

Sales: sales@selvasblv.com 📧️
Support: support@selvasblv.com 📧️

About: SelvasBLV is a global manufacturer and distributor that has provided braille, magnification and accessible healthcare devices since 1999.

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⬆︎ 4.) Sponsor: Carroll Center for the Blind

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Sponsor Since: August 5, 2021 📅️

Website: https://carroll.org/ 🌐️

Phone: (617) 969-6200 📱️

Fax: (617) 969-6204 ░️

Shop: https://carroll.org/store/ 🛒️

Donate: https://carroll.org/donate ❤️

Social: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn | Instagram

About: The Carroll Center for the Blind is the foremost leader in vision rehabilitation services for individuals confronted by the challenges of vision loss. Our mission is to empower those who are blind or visually impaired to achieve independence and to lead a fulfilling life. Established in 1936, the renowned Carroll Center for the Blind has been serving those with vision impairment for over eight decades; we are known nationally as a premier Vision Rehabilitation Center. Located just outside of Boston on a sprawling campus in Newton, Massachusetts, we proudly serve ALL ages and ALL stages of vision loss. With the ongoing promise of improving the lives of people with vision-related problems, The Carroll Center for the Blind has pioneered many innovative services allowing people who are blind or have low vision to learn the skills to be independent in their homes, in class settings, and in their work places. Our services include vision rehabilitation, vocational and transition programs, assistive technology training, educational support, and recreation opportunities for individuals who are visually impaired of all ages. For over 80 years, the expertise of Carroll Center staff has provided help for thousands of blind and visually impaired persons with diverse opportunities for success and independent living.

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⬆︎ 3.) Sponsor: Pneuma Solutions

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Sponsor Since: June 3, 2021 📅️

Website: https://pneumasolutions.com/ 🌐️

Email Newsletter: Click here to receive periodic news via email concerning Pneuma Solutions products for business, consumers and education.

Sales: (866) 202-0520 📱️

Support: (650) 249-1000 📱️

About: Backed by two decades of creating award-winning accessible cloud technologies for people with visual impairments, Pneuma Solutions is the global leader in accessible cloud-based solutions. Pneuma Solutions was founded by long-time accessibility developers Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell. For more information on their individual profiles, click on their respective bio pages. We’re proud to be the first company to develop cloud-based accessibility at the network level. Our tools provide organizations, like yours, a way to deliver secure, accessible information right from your network or from our secure servers. You can provide your print disabled consumers, students, employees, and citizens with a multitude of accessible options. Additionally, we offer a suite of cloud-based applications to blind and print disabled consumers directly from our website. Our consumer products are designed to make the day-to-day lives of blind and print disabled individuals more accessible and simpler to manage. Access to information is not a privilege, it’s a right. It’s also your right to obtain affordable, accessible cloud solutions to serve your end user. When organizations like yours implement our tools, together we help make it a more inclusive world for people with disabilities. Want to know more about how we can help you become more inclusive?

Contact us here. We’ll be happy to discuss how our tools can help with your accessibility needs.

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⬆︎ 2.) Sponsor: Freedom Scientific

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Sponsor Since: April 15, 2021 📅️

Website: https://www.freedomscientific.com/ 🌐️

Email: info@vispero.com 📧️

Phone: (800) 444-4443 📱️

Facebook | Twitter | YouTube (Training)

About: Freedom Scientific, a Vispero brand, is a leading worldwide brand of assistive technology products for those with vision impairments. We offer products designed to promote independence, allowing blind and low vision individuals the same access to information as their sighted peers. World-renowned JAWS (Job Access With Speech) screen reading software and ZoomText screen magnification software provide users the independence and ability to seek education and obtain or maintain a career after vision loss. Our expansive product line includes both low vision and blindness technology for all aspects of daily living. The wide range of RUBY, TOPAZ, and ONYX desktop and portable video magnifiers are designed for their ease of use and assist with daily activities. Our impressive line of blindness hardware products include refreshable Braille displays and scanning and reading devices, offering many options tailored to fit individual needs.

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⬆︎ 1.) Sponsor: A. T. Guys

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Sponsor Since: June 11, 2020 📅️

Website: https://www.atguys.com/ 🌐️

Phone: (269) 216-4798 📱️

Email: support@atguys.com 📧️

Skype: atguys 💬️

X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/atguys (@atguys) 💬️

Facebook: https://facebook.com/atguys 💬️

About: ATGuys.com. Your access technology experts, home for cool gadgets, accessories, and more. Our products are all tested to work great for blind and visually impaired users but also work just as well for anyone. If there’s an item you’re looking for, or if you have a question, please don’t hesitate to send us a message or call (269) 216-4798 📱️.

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⬆︎ 18.) Sponsor: ConnectAlt

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Sponsor Since: September 25, 2025 📅️

Website: https://connectalt.com/ 🌐️

About: ConnectAlt is a free, accessible hub that centralizes events, programs, and resources for the blind and low-vision (BLV) community. Built by creator/co-founder Lucie Courtois (who is blind) with Carol Trapani and Ella Deshautreaux, ConnectAlt solves the discovery problem by making it easy to find what’s happening by date, topic, organization, and location including virtual offerings. The team is active across BLV networks and national convenings (e.g., exhibitor at NFB 2025) and partners with nonprofits, service providers, and assistive-tech leaders to help people quickly connect with opportunities that improve daily life, education, mobility, and employment.

Sponsoring ConnectAlt aligns your brand with tangible access and inclusion while reaching an engaged audience of BLV individuals and families, educators, VR counselors, nonprofits, employers, and assistive-tech users. Packages can include high-visibility placement alongside relevant listings and resources, partner spotlights, community giveaways, and event activations around key gatherings such as the Blind Travel Summit (Austin, Nov 13-14, 2025) — all while keeping the core platform free to users. Let’s tailor a sponsorship that advances your goals and measurably expands access for the BLV community.

Social: Follow us on Instagram.

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⬆︎ 17.) Sponsor: Double Tap

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Sponsor Since: March 15, 2025 📅️

Website: https://doubletaponair.com/ 🌐️

About: Founded in 2017 as “Double Tap Canada” on AMI-audio, Double Tap has grown into a weekday podcast, radio show and YouTube series whose tagline proudly declares it “The Podcast Where Blind People Talk Tech.” Its Glasgow-based creator Steven Scott, Manchester-based producer-co-host Shaun Preece and Canadian executive producer Marc Aflalo now helm more than 600 episodes that drop every weekday at noon ET, alongside written articles and video clips on DoubleTapOnAir.com.

Each episode blends mainstream gadget news with deep dives into assistive tools, all filtered through the lived experience of blind hosts. Listener emails, voicemails and WhatsApp messages are woven into the conversation, while spin-offs such as Shaun of the Shed (beginner tutorials) and past TV projects like Access Tech Live extend the brand across platforms in partnership with Accessible Media Inc. The result is a vibrant, multi-platform ecosystem that reaches audiences via AMI-audio, every major podcast app, YouTube and even specialist players like the Victor Reader Stream.

The community’s enthusiasm shows: Double Tap recently surpassed one million cumulative downloads and, in March 2025 alone, attracted nearly 27K listeners generating 38K downloads; Apple Podcasts users rate it around 4.8 / 5. Authentic insights, daily consistency and professional production continue to position Double Tap as an essential, trusted voice at the intersection of mainstream tech and accessibility.

Newsletter (Double Tap Digest) | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | X (Formerly Twitter) | YouTube

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About: Founded in 2004, Top Tech Tidbits is the world’s leading not-for-profit access technology publication that reaches over 42,000 blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, neurodivergent and/or disabled professionals, educators and enthusiasts, all over the world, each week. Subscribe here. Review the most recent issues here.

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Editor: Jenna Lang

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Editor Since: June 4, 2020

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST/CDT) (GMT-6/GMT-5)

In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits Jenna also serves as an Editor to the Access Information News and AI-Weekly newsletters and runs her own advocacy foundation.

Jenna also serves as a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) for Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd.

Jenna’s son was born blind and she is always seeking new and innovative ways to empower him through technology.

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Editor: Stephen (Alex) Marositz

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Editor Since: October 7, 2021

Location: Los Angeles, California

Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT) (GMT-6/GMT-7)

In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits Alex is also the Accessible Technology Coordinator for California State University, Dominguez Hills. He has worked in accessibility in higher education since 2005, is certified by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals, and in his spare time plays for the San Gabriel Valley Panthers Beep Baseball Team. He can be reached on twitter at: @samarositz.

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Editor: Ben Moxey

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Editor Since: January 1, 2022

Location: Newcastle, Australia

Time Zone: Australia Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT) (GMT+10)

In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits Ben is also an Access and Technology Advisor for Guide Dogs, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory (NSW/ACT).

Hi, Tidbits readers, my name’s Ben Moxey and I’m based in Newcastle, Australia. I’m really happy to be part of the Tidbits Team and look forward to supporting this valuable publication.

A bit about me and how I came to work in the BVI area. I grew up with very low vision in one eye due to retinal issues and relied on magnification and speech throughout school. They also tried to teach me Braille, but let’s just say that I wasn’t the best student! I was determined to use my remaining vision, no matter how impractical it was becoming.

When I was 20, the other retina came off and I’ve now been totally blind for about 21 years. This is when my love for assistive technology, and technology in general, really kicked in. I’ll be honest, I was a bit of a computer nerd anyway, but I could quickly see how technology was my key to enhanced independence and lifestyle. I embraced screen readers, early smart phones and mobility aids. I even finally realised the huge value of Braille and finished off the course, though I’m still pretty slow!

Long story short (not one of my strong points), I’ve worked in the BVI area for 12 years with much of that spent reviewing, recommending and teaching assistive technology that suits the individual. I’m currently a proud employee of Guide Dogs NSW/ACT where I was the Practice Lead for the assistive technology service, and I’ve now moved into an Access and Technology Advisor role. Basically, this involves a strong focus on accessibility and technology innovation.

Feel free to look me up on LinkedIn, but I’ll warn you in advance that I haven’t given my profile the recommended attention!

All the best and happy reading!

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Editor: David Woodbridge

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Editor Since: February 6, 2023

Location: Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia

Time Zone: Australia Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT) (GMT+10)

In addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits David also serves as an Editor to the Access Information News publication and is also the National Commercial Assistive Technology Advisor for Vision Australia where he has worked since 1990. Over this time he has assisted people who are blind or vision impaired in their home, education, and work settings to take advantage of the benefits of using assistive and main stream technology.

In the last seventeen years, he has also been involved with evaluating technology for use by people who are blind or vision impaired covering both low and high tech equipment (including Microsoft, Samsung, Google, Amazon, and Apple). David is also one of the key spokespersons for Vision Australia relating to technology.

He has been an Apple Ambassador for Apple Australia since 2009 with a group of other Ambassadors / Apple Distinguished Educators (ADE)‘s covering the range of Apple’s Accessibility solutions throughout Australia.

David produces a range of podcasts (since 2011) covering Apple and other technologies which are distributed on his own podcast (http://davidwoodbr.podbean.com). In addition, he also has a regular Talking Tech program (since 2013) which can be heard every Tuesday at 4:30 Eastern Summer Time on Vision Australia Radio Melbourne (available online) or via https://omny.fm/shows/talking-tech-vision-australia-radio

David also runs a weekly Tech Monday where people can chat about assistive and main stream technology, share information, and any tips and tricks.

David lost his sight when he was 8 years old and had to learn Braille. Since then, he completed high school, went to Sydney University receiving a Social Work degree, spent 4 years drug and alcohol counselling, and then moved into his current job.

As a person who is blind, David believes that as a user of the technology that he recommends to others, that he is well situated to look at the strengths and shortcomings of the assistive technology that he comes across in both his professional and personal life, in particular, mainstream technology that is accessible.

In addition to his weekly contributions to Top Tech Tidbits and Access Information News, David’s regularly occurring activities are his weekly tech radio show, bi-monthly exploring tech webinars for Vision Australia, his iSee podcast when something of note grabs his attention, and the weekly Tech Monday chat sessions.

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Editor: Vicki Walton

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Editor Since: January 9, 2024

Location: Benton City, WA

Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT) (GMT-6/GMT-7)

IIn addition to serving as an Editor to Top Tech Tidbits Vicki also serves as an Editor to the Access Information News publication and works as a Web Accessibility Specialist / IT Quality Assurance Tester at Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.

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