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Vision Forward’s InFocus is dedicated to bringing up-to-date information about blindness and low vision technology to people who are blind or visually impaired. Featuring two assistive technology specialists who work in the field, InFocus covers all areas of assistive technology, from tech demonstrations, to in-depth looks at how to do specific tasks, to conversations about technology issues.
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Monday May 03, 2021
Monday May 03, 2021
In this episode of TEC Talk Live, Luke and Cory, assistive technology specialists at Vision Forward in Milwaukee, take a look at some of the free and low cost apps on iOS and Android that are helpful for people with vision loss. There are so many apps out there to try, but in this hour long episode we look at some that we have tried and think are worth your time, and which can carry out multiple functions from recognizing money to identifying faces, from reading printed text out loud to helping you plan a walking route. Find out all about it in this episode!
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
In this edition of TEC Talk Live we take a look at the Seeing AI app. This app has been around for a while, and offers some great features in a free package on the iPhone and iPad. The new LIDAR feature offers even more functionality for certain phones, allowing users to not only locate things in a space, but also have an idea where and how far away they are! Not bad for a free app.
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
n this TEC Talk Live, Luke and Cory, assistive technology specialists at Vision Forward Association, take a look at Shipt. This service lets you shop for groceries from the comfort of your own home, using an app or a website. The service is accessible to screen readers and provides a great alternative to going to the store and trying to find what you want to buy! Let someone else pick the food for you and deliver it right to your door, and stay in contact with your shopper in case any questions arise. Find out in the pod how the app works when using an iPhone with VoiceOver, and decide whether it might be a good solution for you to let you avoid the dreaded weekly shop!
#maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
n this episode we are joined by Peter Tucic, Brand Ambassador at Humanware, who tells us all about the new Brailliant X Series of Braille displays from Humanware, as well as updating us on the Victor Trek. The Braillliant X Series marks the tenth year of the Brailliant line, and features some great innovations in a 20 cell and a 40 cell Braille display. Find out all about them in this video, including their new features and how much they cost.
#maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
In this exciting episode of TEC Talk Live, Luke and Cory, assistive technology specialists at Vision Forward, take a look at the Louie app. This app was designed by a gentleman named Pramit, who is himself visually impaired, and gives Android users better access to certain apps using only their voices. There is much more access to apps such as contacts, calls, YouTube, Whatsapp and Uber, and the voice interface is very easy to use. If you know someone who struggles using their phone due to vision loss, and they aren't able to learn screen reader use, then Louie could be just the app for them!
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
The second part of our two part series on internet use with a screen reader covers a couple more strategies that you can use when navigating the internet with no vision. In this episode we cover the JAWS find feature, place markers and using webpage elements as navigational tools.
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
In this episode Luke Scriven and Cory Ballard, assistive technology specialists at Vision Forward Association in Milwaukee WI, cover some strategies for navigating the internet with a screen reader. Navigating the internet is one of the hardest things a screen reader user can do, but following some simple strategies can make things much easier. Listen to find out the first two strategies, and join us in 2 weeks for the conclusion to this 2 part special.
Friday Jan 08, 2021
Friday Jan 08, 2021
In this episode Cory and Luke discuss which the best iPhone, Apple Watch and Airpods are for people who are blind or low vision. Theses devices have great accessibility and features, but it can be hard to choose one with so many models available. Get some tips in this episode!
Wednesday May 20, 2020
Wednesday May 20, 2020
What is this? This question is asked numerus times a day by individuals living with vision loss. From identifying items in the home or office to product identification in the kitchen or at the store, learn how technology can make answering this question quick and simple. Demonstrations of standalone identification devices, smart phone options, and computer-based solutions will provide you with the resources needed to assess your client’s needs and recommend the best solutions.
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Wednesday May 06, 2020
Join Vision Forward's OT in our first adaptive cooking skills virtual event. Listen to Rose as she introduces you to devices, tips, and techniques designed to help you in the kitchen.