ATU177 – Accessible PDF documents (Shannon Kelly from Actuate), VEST device for Deaf people, MathML with JAWS, SimplEye for Android, KNFB for iPhone

Podcast: Play in new window | Download Your weekly dose of information that keeps you up to date on the latest developments in the field of technology designed to assist people with disabilities and special needs. Show Notes: Accessible PDFs with Shannon Kelly | https://www.linkedin.com/in/accessibilityshannonkelly Technology-enhanced vest could help deaf people experience sound – NY […]

3 more “bigger than bigger” announcements from Apple

Just over a month after unveiling the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, Apple made a few more “bigger than bigger” announcements.  During the Apple event today, Apple unveiled the new iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3.  The technology giant also introduced updated operating software and announced that its new mobile payments system, Apple Pay, will […]

Top 5 things a student with a disability should do when planning for college

Planning for college can be an exciting yet stressful time in your life. If you are someone with a disability, there can be additional challenges when preparing for school. A student with a disability is not required to inform a postsecondary school that they have a disability. However, if they want the school to provide […]

Optelec ClearView C Video Magnifier

Optelec has recently released its newest video magnifier called the ClearView C.  The company’s mission is simple: “Improving the quality of life for the visually impaired and blind by reaching out with simple and effective solutions.”  The mission shines through with the new ClearView C, which is a unique C-shaped desktop video magnifier.  The product is […]