Another one of my posts. This one on the topic of AI tools as assistive technology, what's working, what isn't and why, all without the hype that too many people tend to lean into when discussing this technology:
When Independence Meets Uncertainty: My Journey with AI-Powered Vision
A blind user's candid assessment of the promises and pitfalls of current AI accessibility tools
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#AI #Accessibility #Substack #ComputerVision #AssistiveTechnology #Blog
At work I've been making sure our client's site works correctly with JAWS. I learned that JAWS can be very expensive and that there are OTHER screen readers.
People who USE screen readers: Is JAWS worth the money and worth being on #Windows for?
Is Orca decent?
What about the "multiplatform" System Access To Go? Does it do the job decently enough?
#AssistiveTechnology #ScreenReaders #JAWS #Orca #VoiceOver #SystemAccessToGo #508
#FreeBSD provides the Ports Collection, a convenient way to install applications. Some ports allow users to configure options before building and installing. By default, this configuration is done through an interactive menu in the terminal.
To improve readability and #Accessibility especially for users with low vision or color blindness, it's important to offer simple and customizable color options. These features have recently been implemented and documented in the preview version of the FreeBSD Accessibility Handbook:
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The next step is to extend these features to all terminal-based graphical components.
I'd love to hear from you:
Do you use any accessibility features in the terminal?
Which color-related assistive technologies make the biggest difference in your daily workflow?
Together, we can make FreeBSD more accessible for everyone. #ThePowerForEveryone #FreeBSD #Accessibility #OpenSource #LowVision #ColorBlindness #AssistiveTechnology #AccessibilityMatters
Features to set up colorsfreebsd-accessibility-9d667f.gitlab.io
Honored. Inspired. Driven.
Last week at #CSUN2025, we had the incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside some of the most innovative minds in accessibility and assistive technology. As a fully remote team, gathering in person is always meaningful, but being part of conversations that shape the future of our technology makes it even more special.
We’re grateful for the chance to hear from industry leaders, learn from fellow innovators, and connect with Explorers (both new and those who have been here from the start) who shape the work we do every day. Having a seat at this table is an honor, and we’re more committed than ever to making Aira the best it can be.
Thank you, Center on Disabilities at CSUN, for another unforgettable year!
#Accessibility #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility #AdaptiveTech #AccessibleInnovation #TechForGood #BlindAccessibility #LowVisionTech #DisabilityInclusion #UniversalDesign
Start 2025 right with 10% off Envision Glasses, a bonus ally-branded power bank, a 60-day free returns period, and an upgraded 2-year warranty. Experience ally, your hands-free AI assistant, and embrace technology that keeps you confident, connected, and independent. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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#LetsEnvision #PerceivePossibility #AllyEverywhere #ArtificialIntelligence #AI4Good #Accessibility #Wearables
#AssistiveTechnology
The online shop of Envision to buy Envision Glasses, accessories, merchandise and more.Envision Store
Let ally, your AI assistant, make the season magical. From finding gifts to reading cards and navigating markets, ally keeps things easy and festive.
Want to know more? Read **to discover how ally can warm up your holidays:** letsenvision.com/blog/ally-per…!
#LetsEnvision #PerceivePossibility #AllyEverywhere #ArtificialIntelligence #AI4Good #Accessibility #Wearables #AssistiveTechnology
Empower Every Moment. Let ally be your ultimate companion this holiday season.www.letsenvision.com
Check Out my Latest Guide I wrote for @iaccessibility on Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses!
Discover how these smart glasses are redefining accessibility for blind and visually impaired users with AI-powered features.
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#Accessibility #RayBanMeta #SmartGlasses #AssistiveTechnology #VisuallyImpaired #Innovation #TechForGood #Inclusion #WearableTech
Not sure if I've talked about this here, but there are like, tons of stuff here. I'm gonna try that Linux distro through Crostini on my old ChromeBook that I don't do anything else with anymore. The VM's over the Internet are really cool too! The AT Museum is cool. And I'm curious to see if the Windows 2000/XP on **Android** works. That'd be trippy.
#accessibility #blind #AssistiveTechnology #Linux #gaming #TTS #VirtalMachine #foss #Android
On Tuesday, May 21st, from 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm EST, Aira’s CEO, Troy Otillio, will be speaking at the United Nations panel: "Promoting Inclusive Ageing Through Technology: Collaborative Perspectives and Cases."
As the leading company in visual interpreting, Aira has consistently expanded to meet the needs of its growing user base through product innovation and partnerships based on global accessibility initiatives. Panel inclusion among leaders in the accessibility industry highlights Aira’s impact for the blind and low vision community across all walks of life. At this panel, CEO Troy Otillio will share Aira’s innovative approaches and experiences in leveraging technology for accessibility.
Join in person (New York, New York, UN Room CR2) or tune into the UN Live Stream to join the conversation on promoting inclusive aging and advancing the rights and well-being of older adults across the globe.
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#AccessForAll #OnYourTerms #AssistiveTechnology
The fourteenth session of the UN Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing is poised to address critical issues surrounding accessibility, infrastructure, and habitat for ageing populations.UN Web TV
Aira Event Alert: Visual Interpreting at the Kentucky Derby!
🎉Join us for the 150th Kentucky Derby with visual interpreting by Aira! Following our successful streaming of the 2024 solar eclipse, which engaged over 500 listeners, we’re thrilled to continue expanding access for the blind and low vision community.
When: Saturday, May 4th, with Aira coverage from 2:30 pm - 4:15 pm PST
Where: Live on the Aira Explorer app (more/events) and via Zoom (access link to come). The event recording will be posted on our YouTube channel for post-event viewing.
Our visual interpreters will be describing everything from race details to jockey silks, symbolism to event history, and horse breeds to competitor profiles. We know the importance of experiencing events to their fullest and our team can’t wait to continue bringing visual interpreting to your event day festivities.
#InclusiveEvents #AccessForAll #OnYourTerms #AssistiveTechnology
Everette Bacon, Aira’s Vice President of Blindness Initiatives, was featured on the most recent episode of Talking Technology sharing Aira’s history, functionality, and future developments including the new Access AI feature and recent Eclipse event coverage.
#AccessForAll #OnYourTerms #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility
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On the show this week we catch up with Everette Bacon, Vice President of Blindness Initiatives at Aira Technologies to find out about the inspiration behind ...YouTube
Are you coming to the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference in Anaheim, California next week?
We're looking forward to catching up with everyone there! Don't forget to swing by Orange County 1-2 at 2:20 PM on Thursday 21st March for our session. Learn what is new and coming up in NVDA, meet our new CTO, Gerald Hartig, and have the chance to ask questions of the team!
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#NVDA #NVAccess #CSUNATC24 #CSUN #AssistiveTechnology #Conference #MeetUp #News #Presentation
Every update is a step towards greater accessibility and empowerment.t.ly
This questionnaire contains questions about the usage of Braille displays in any life situation (education, work, personal use).Google Docs
Computers used to be so easy. The screen would give you a menu of options; you picked one using the keyboard. But then graphical interfaces came along and made things more complicated, especially for screen reader users.
What if any modern e-commerce website could be accessed using a simple menu interface? This is the dream of researcher David Cane.
Read the @NVAccess team's writeup of this intriguing session at #CSUNATC2023: nvaccess.org/post/in-process-2…
#a11y #AssistiveTechnology
#UserInterfaces
We’ve got a big issue for you this week, let’s get into it! CSUN Last week, the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference was held in Anaheim, California. The NV Access team were there to share informat…NV Access
Now you can listen to the talks of the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2023 directly on YouTube if you can't attend in person! 😀 👍
The CSUN Conference is an annual event organized by California State University, Northridge's Center on Disabilities. It brings together experts and enthusiasts from all over the world to discuss and showcase innovative assistive technologies and promote inclusion for persons with disabilities.
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#accessibility #CSUN #assistivetechnology #a11y #AAC #Disability
Videos on this list may be hidden after the livestream while captions and video quality are reviewed. General Session videos will be hidden after the event c...YouTube
