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.
InFocus: Low Vision and Blindness Technology
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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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October 25, 2022
IMPORTANT CHANNEL UPDATE
Please note that we have now changed our channel to Tech Connect Live, please search for this on all of your favorite podcast services and subscribe to our new channel to keep on getting our great content!
September 2, 2022
Tec Talk Live! NLS BARD, Humanware eReader
Great stories are within reach thanks to the National Library Service! In order to ensure that all may be read, the NLS provides free access to braille and audiobook alternatives for anyone with certified temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or even some physical disabilities. Join Luke and Cory as they explore NLS services and teach you how you can get your favorite books and magazines mailed right to your door! Stick around and learn to navigate the website via search tools, access the BARD system, and operate an eReader device built by Humanware which can also be provided by the NLS. Luke and Cory will teach you the controls and quick tips you need so you can jump right into a familiar favorite or the newest edition of a magazine. We hope you enjoy this episode, the final Tec Talk Live! But do not worry, Cory and Luke will continue providing you professional assistive technology tips under the show's new name: "Vision Forward's Tech Connect" Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store
August 26, 2022
TEC Talk: Google Lookout App; Android’s Response to Apple’s Seeing AI
In this installment of TEC Talk, Cory from Vision Forward leads you through the major functions of the Lookout A.I. app which uses your Android’s camera to provide real-time information about your environment. Our very own Assistive Technology Specialist will demonstrate this app’s major uses including OCR/TTS, object identification, product recognition, currency mode and more! If that sound like it could help you or someone you know stay tuned and learn all about this exciting technology! Lookout is perfect for any Android user seeking to improve their cell phone’s visual assistance toolkit. It is an accessible app which is also compatible with alternative physical phones such as the Blindshell Classic 2. But how does it compare to the iPhone’s Seeing A.I. or other options? Stick around because we are going to size up the competition and offer our thoughts on possible alternatives. Find out how Seeing AI, Supersense and Envision A.I. compare to Lookout so that you can make the choice that’s right for you. Join us for our live show: TEC Talk Live! every other Thursday. BlindShell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctOUF... Humanware Stellar Trek Accessible GPS with Peter Tucic: https://tinyurl.com/3uc2abrk Next Episode: September 1st “Downloading books from NLS BARD” You can find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/tectalklive/ TEC Talk Live! Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store
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