Technology

It’s easy to get overwhelmed over all of the different file types that are used for accessible materials for people with vision impairment. It’s not uncommon for a student to have to work with several different file types during class, which means it’s important to […]

I spend several hours a day listening to music, usually on either my iPod or on another one of my internet connected devices. While I enjoy being able to buy songs and albums when possible to support my favorite artists, I also love having access […]

When I was diagnosed with dysgraphia at five years old, I spent a lot of time with occupational therapists who helped me learn how to write the letters of the alphabet. As I got older and started using computers more often, my handwriting started to […]

Many of my friends with vision impairment enjoy watching Marvel movies and reading Marvel comics. At first, I was confused on how they were able to read the comics until I found the Marvel Comics app a year ago. While I don’t consider myself a […]

One of the many interesting talents that the Amazon Alexa possesses is the ability to allow users to listen to history, whether that be through vintage recordings, old-time radio, or learning new things. Here is a selection of free skills that show how Amazon Alexa […]

Earlier this summer, I was trying to find a way to remember how to open a very confusing door at a hotel I was staying at, and decided to download Popplet to see if it would help me find a way to organize instructions. I […]

There’s nothing like being able to watch a movie and relax while on a flight, and with recent technology updates, now blind and visually impaired passengers can learn how to watch audio described movies while on their next flight. I recently discovered this while on […]

Whenever I am in an unfamiliar place, I love trying new foods and restaurants so I can broaden my horizons. I’ve had amazing pineapple upside down pancakes, discovered a love for kimchi fries and kimchi rice bowls, devoured some of the best breakfast tacos I’ve […]

This is post 3 of 3 on how to create custom Shortcuts . Read part 1 on using the iOS Shortcuts app with vision impairment here and read part 2 on Shortcuts that help the vision impaired here. There are many creative Shortcuts out there […]

This is post 2 of 3 on iOS Shortcuts that help the vision impaired. Read part 1 on using the iOS Shortcuts app with vision impairment here and read part 3 on how to create custom Shortcuts here iOS Shortcuts can be used for a variety […]