Blindness is a condition that affects millions of people across the globe. While some people only suffer partial blindness, some are left completely without sight. Sometimes people are born with no sight and other times it occurs gradually. Either way, it’s not a nice condition and one that scientists have battled with for a long time to try and find some kind of cure or effective form of treatment. But so far, nothing seems to be that effective.
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Introducing GLAS: a Microsoft Cortana Powered Thermostat
Johnson Controls has built a new smart thermostat that uses Microsoft’s Azure cloud services and is powered by Cortana, Microsoft’s voice activated assistant. GLAS is a beautiful device for your home or business. It displays the temperature, air quality, and your calendar. It is activated by a touch screen or by voice. The thermostat is able to monitor the air quality outside the home, and it can also tell when someone is in the room. It uses this information to better control the environment and be more energy efficient. GLAS should be available later this year, or sometime next year.
Walmart is Coming to Google Home
Using a voice activated speaker to do your shopping is becoming more popular, which is exactly what companies like Amazon were hoping would happen. Currently, Google Home users can shop with their device for products from companies that are connected with Google Express. Google Express features companies like Target, Costco, and Walgreens. And now, Walmart will be a part of Google Express by the end of September. Also, Google Express is dropping its membership fee in an attempt to generate more participation.
Handsfree Calling Comes to Google Home
If you have a Google Home voice activated speaker, you can now make calls in the U.S. and Canada to anyone in your contacts list and local businesses. Just say things like:
VIP: The Braille Bananza!
Join the CBT Team as they enter into the exciting world of Braille technology. Both mainstream and assistive technologies have experienced revolutionary developments over the last year, and it’s no surprise that Braille displays and note takers have also experienced these changes.
Samsung Launches Visual Aid App for Visually Impaired
Samsung Electronics announced that it will launch ‘Relúmĭno,’ a visual aid application for people with low vision. ‘Relúmĭno’ is a visual aid application that works in conjunction with the Gear VR to enhance the vision of visually impaired people.
Advisory: AccuWeather iOS App Sends Location Data to Monetization Firm After Denied Access
Many of us rely on weather apps for travelling, but a security researcher, discovered that AccuWeather iOS weather app is potentially sending out the identifiable user and device information to a third-party company even when location data sharing is denied.
VIP: Those Who CeekTechnology, Shall FindTechnology
In this week’s VIP, Nelson and James are joined by Christopher McMillan. Listen in as they discuss the top stories on Cool Blind Tech, and as always, they will bring you some great Cool Picks.
APH and HumanWare team up to create a new intelligent magnifier
HumanWare has announced a partnership with The American Printing House to provide a new powerful tool for visually impaired students combining a high-performance digital magnifier with the versatility of an Android tablet, the MATT Connect.
blind woman denied stay at a BnB, then threatened with libel after writing a negative review online
Kaye Leslie is blind and depends on service dog Stormy to get around. She was looking into a wine-tasting trip to Prince Edward County with friends this fall. However, when she called Sunrise Bed and Breakfast in Bloomfield, she was flat out rejected.
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