On iOS and iPadOS, there are a number of convenient ways to accomplish the same task or automate repetitive tasks using Siri. If you use Siri Shortcuts or accessibility features, or you wish a common area of iOS was easier to access, you may want to check out back tap, a feature that takes advantage […]
Assistive technology
Apps a Blind Person Uses – What’s on my iPhone?
I know how important it is to be motivated. As a means of giving you a look ahead, I thought I’d give you a quick tour of what currently resides on my own iPhone, after over ten years of living with one. I thought it might be helpful for blind iPhone users to have a […]
4 Everyday Apps for the Blind Mac user
As a Mac user with sight loss, your Mac requires little in the way of external apps to make it run well. VoiceOver—the Mac’s built-in screen reader—makes everyday computing tasks easy, quick and efficient. There are third party apps however that can help you get more done, provide more information and make your Mac a […]
An Overview of Several Currency Identifiers for Blind And Low Vision iPhone Users
If you live life without being able to see, at least with some currencies, you know that all banknotes feel the same, with no way to independently tell their denominations. This is where currency identification apps can come in handy, allowing you to place a banknote underneath your iOS device’s camera and hear the denomination […]
How to Become an Efficient VoiceOver User on Mac
If you have been a JAWS or NVDA user for some time, moving to a Mac can be both intimidating and exciting. If you are using your Mac in a school or work setting, developing proficiency with macOS and VoiceOver can seem like an uphill battle. Becoming a fluent and efficient VoiceOver user takes some […]