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.
Topics This Week Include the Following:
Visually Impaired People Testing Driverless Pods
A new system for the blind to navigate one of the world’s busiest airports is currently being tested. Check out what the team has to say and where they hope it will be used in the future.
Microsoft Hosts First Accessibility Summit For People With Disabilities
The inclusion of accessibility in all products or services requires that businesses look at accessibility from a different perspective. Listen to the team discuss how summits are now taking place to do just that.
Adobe Announces A Free Solution For Optical Character Recognition On Your Smart Phone
New and free alternatives for OCR continue to help the visually impaired. Does this mean the end of paid solutions that are specifically made for the blind? Find out what the team has to say on this topic and what they suggest for OCR.
Cool Picks This Week Include the Following:
Find out how Jessica manages her insane schedule with her Cool Pick this week.
Aira Visual Interpreter for the Blind
Darrell shows us how he uses his Cool Pick for help with day-to-day tasks around the house.
Joel shows us how he uses OneNote to quickly send thoughts and ideas across his devices.
