An app developed by a University of Queensland student is helping the visually impaired navigate the stars and planets in our solar system.
Instagram Launches ‘Walkie-Talkie’ Feature for Sending Messages to Your Friends
Soon, sending a message on Instagram will be as easy as pushing a button. The social media platform is set to launch a new voice chat feature on the app that lets users record a message and send it to a friend, according to TechCrunch.
Vancouver’s Airport is First to Get Gold-Level Accessibility Rating
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)has taken several measures to ensure the airport can be navigated by all of its employees, passengers and partners. And, on Wednesday, YVR was recognized for its efforts with the Rick Hansen Foundation’s “accessibility certified gold” rating.
This is the Last Chance to Replace Your iPhone’s Aging Battery
December is officially upon us and that means there is just a few weeks remaining to take advantage of Apple’s discounted iPhone battery replacement fee of $29 ($35 CDN) for the eligible iPhone models listed below:
VocalEye Describes Theater Production for Blind Visitors
Catching a holiday classic in a local theatre may be a favourite December tradition for many, but for those who are blind and visually impaired, it could be a discouraging experience.
This Handheld Braille Label Printer is Now Available on Kickstarter
New Startup Vrailler Inc. announced that it is raising funds via a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter to finish the development of Vrailler, their Braille label printing technology.
RING ALARM is Accessible and Affordable HOME SECURITY
The Ring Alarm Security Kit is a DIY home security system that is easy to install and offers affordable professional monitoring, but interoperability with Ring cameras and third-party devices is not yet supported.
How To Make Your iPhone Battery Last All Day
After testing, and running my iPhone’s battery flat, I’ve come up with the following ways of making your iPhone battery last all day. And the nice thing is that these methods are quick and simple, and don’t involve making drastic changes to iOS.
New Program Connects Visually Impaired People with Employers
George Quarcoo is an intern at CNIB Foundation and is part of the non-profit’s new Come to Work program. The program aims to pair blind or visually impaired job seekers with employers.
Navigation App Makes Metro Hall More Accessible to Visually Impaired Visitors
A new app is expected to make it much easier for people who are blind or visually impaired to find their way around a Louisville building. Developed by Louisville’s American Printing House for the Blind which is helping people all over the country.
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