With a swipe of your finger this new technology, called Iris Vision, uses Samsung VR headset combined with software uploaded to a Samsung Galaxy phone.
People with low vision are able to get up close and personal to the world around them.
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Cool Picks: June 19, 2017
This week Joel, Jessica and Darrell Hilliker share their opinions on this week’s Cool Picks.
Actiview is Coming Soon to an Accessible Theatre Near You
Most movie goers don’t have to worry about going to see the latest movie in the theatre, but for the hearing or visually impaired, getting the necessary technology to provide you with amplified sound or audio descriptions can be frustrating. Although some solutions exist, it’s usually difficult to get them. And while one theatre may have one device, another may have none at all.
VIP: Let Me Change Your Mind
This week the Cool Blind Tech team along with a special guest host, discuss the latest happenings in the world of Accessible Technology. Join Joel, Jessica and Darrell Hilliker as they share their opinions on this week’s news and bring to you some very Cool Picks. Make sure to press play or download this week’s special show.
Your Amazon Echo Can Now Block Unwanted Contacts
The ability to make and receive voice calls and messages on Alexa devices has been a welcoming feature for many users. However, one important feature that is enjoyed on most if not all messaging services has been missing: the ability to block unwanted contacts. According to The Verge, Amazon has recently released an update to the Alexa app that lets you do just that. You simply find the person in the app, and choose block contact. Be sure to update your Alexa app before using the feature.
Cool Picks: June 11, 2017
In this weeks Cool Picks, James Oates, Joel Ramos, Tamas Geczy, and Jessica Rickards get together to share their latest findings in the world of assistive tech.
Cool Picks: June 8, 2017
This week the Cool Blind Tech team brings you this week’s latest Cool Picks in the world of Accessible Technology. Download the podcast or click on play to listen to this week’s fun-filled show.
Cool Tip: How to: Make an iPhone Ringtone Using Reaper with Help from GoldWave
In this podcast, I demonstrate how to use Reaper to import a piece of audio, select a portion of it, and export it to GoldWave in order to make a ringtone for the iPhone. Those wishing to make tones for Android may follow these steps, but no exporting to GoldWave is necessary. Just save it in Reaper and transfer it to your phone. Have fun!
If you're wishing to get Reaper and GoldWave, look no further:
Here's Reaper
Here's GoldWave
FREE Accessible Reading App is Now Available on iOS
Introducing the FREE accessible reading app for dyslexia, low vision and blindness. Access books, newspapers or copy and paste text. You can download Dolphin EasyReader from the Appstore now.
HumanWare Unveils the Brailliant BI14 designed for mobile users
HumanWare has just come out with it’s most compact braille device to date, the Brailliant BI14 is designed for ultimate efficiency without sacrificing ergonomics or comfort, helping visually-impaired users stay connected and stay on track anywhere, anytime.
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