For this week’s Tech Tip, Anna Leung introduces us to the handy KNFB Reader, which is available for purchase now on the App Store. For more information on this app, please visit www.knfbreader.com.
Posts with the iOS tag
Control your computer with the Jouse3!
For individuals with mobility impairments, there are several assistive technologies available to help them control their computers and other devices. A company behind some of these technologies, called Compusult, has a slogan stating that they are “delivering innovative solutions to the world.” Staying true to their slogan, they’ve recently released their newest addition to the Jouse family, the […]
Tech Tip: CamScanner App
Mark Stewart, Assistive Technology Professional here at Easter Seals Crossroads, introduces us to a free PDF document scanner and OCR available on iOS devices. Check it out! Click here for more information on the CamScanner App!
Introducing Amazon Echo
Throughout the past couple of years, speaking to Siri and other virtual assistants have become quite the “norm.” After all, virtual assistants generally do the work for us; all we have to do is ask a question and they’ll provide the answer. For example, if I ask, “Will it rain tomorrow?” the virtual assistant may respond with, “There is an 80% chance […]
Top 7 features for the visually impaired in iOS 8
In Apple’s recent update, iOS 8, the company increased its accessibility with its addition of several new features for individuals with disabilities. A while back, I covered potential accessibility features in a previous blog on iOS 8, but now that the update is finally available I felt it necessary to highlight the new features that may benefit individuals specifically […]
7 ways to conserve battery life on iOS 8
Now that iOS 8 has been available for a couple weeks now, several issues have been reported. One frequently discussed problem is the increased dwindling of battery life. In the recent update several new and exciting features were added to better improve the user’s overall experience. However, these recent additions may be the culprit behind the decreased longevity […]