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iPad and iPhone Revolution
The iPad/iPhone has revolutionized accessibility for individuals who are blind/visually impaired. The iPhone/iPad is one of the few universal devices that comes with access for the blind built right in. VoiceOver VoiceOver is a built-in screen reader for the OS and iOS (Mac/Apple) devices. Â It provides a spoken description of what is being presented on…
Read MoreiOS 11 – Review and Neat Tip
I am a visually impaired iOS user. I use my iPhone 7 Plus for almost everything I do as an Assistive Technology Consultant – scheduling appointments, taking notes, using email, budgeting, invoicing, etc. I must say that the iOS 11 upgrade has certainly met my needs. The fonts are truly amazing and now I am…
Read More8 Tips for Teachers with Visually Impaired Students
Teaching a student with visual impairments for the first time can be intimidating, but there are many resources available to help and there are lots of assistive technologies specifically designed for students with low vision or blindness. Every visually impaired student is different and has different needs so there is no one-size-fits-all guideline. To get…
Read MoreIs The iPad Not All You Thought It Would Be?
iPads and tablets can be great assistive technology, but sometimes they are not enough. Has your organization invested in iPads and tablets, but now you find these devices to be lacking? Do you or your students find struggling with holding an iPad while trying to read or write to be distracting? Have you had issues…
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