Is the small market justification for the cost of #AssistiveTechnology still valid in 2025, or is it an easy copout for companies to continue charging high prices? #Accessibility #A11y
Yes, it's still valid
No, this argument is no longer valid. We have found ways to make these tools more affordable.
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Small moments, big impact.

As the leader in AI smart glasses for accessibility, Envision helps thousands of people who are blind or have low vision listen to the details that matter and live more independently.

Learn more about our products on https://www.letsenvision.com

#AI #Smartglasses #Blind #LowVision #AssistiveTechnology #visuallyimpaired #tech

Want richer descriptions of your childrenโ€™s artwork? Or to finally read this yearโ€™s handwritten holiday cards?

With Envision Glasses and Ally Solos Glasses, which are especially designed for people who are blind or have low vision, meaningful moments come to life through vivid audio descriptions and spoken text. Learn more: https://www.letsenvision.com/

#Smartglasses #Blind #LowVision #AI #Accessibility #AI #AssistiveTechnology

On-demand Braille label printers are changing accessibility, one label at a time. Read more here:
https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nemonic-dot
#BrailleTech #AssistiveTechnology #Inclusion

Explore why multi-line Braille with JAWS is a major leap forward. Our podcast explains how it improves reading, navigation, and access to complex layouts like tables and spreadsheets. Listen here: https://blog.freedomscientific.com/fscast-261-an-in-depth-look-at-multiline-braille-support-in-jaws-and-an-ai-user-survey-by-the-afb/

#AssistiveTechnology #VisperoTraining #Braille

We love hearing how K-12 students use our assistive technology to learn and grow. If you know a student who uses Vispero JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion software, consider nominating them for Student of the Month.

Itโ€™s a great way to share their story and recognize the effort they put into their education. Learn more: https://www.freedomscientific.com/studentofthemonth-2/

#StudentOfTheMonth #FreedomScientific #AssistiveTechnology #ScreenReader

๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—ฃ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐——๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ | ๐——๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐Ÿฏ, ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ

Today, we recognize the strength, resilience, and valuable contributions of persons with disabilities worldwide. ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฑ, "๐—™๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜๐˜† ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—น๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€," reminds us that true social progress happens when everyone is included and empowered.

๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐— ๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€:
- Raises awareness about the challenges persons with disabilities face daily.
- Promotes accessibility and inclusion in education, employment, healthcare, and public life.
- Encourages communities to break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and support equal rights.
- Celebrates achievements and contributions of persons with disabilities.

๐—›๐—ผ๐˜„ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ ๐——๐—ถ๐—ณ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ:
- Advocate for accessible infrastructure in your community.
- Use inclusive language and promote respectful representation.
- Support organizations working for disability rights and services.
- Ensure your workplace, school, or events are accessible to all.
- Educate yourself and others about disability rights and inclusion.

๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ:
Accessibility benefits everyoneโ€”innovations like voice-controlled tech, adaptive devices, and inclusive design improve life for all.

Together, letโ€™s build societies where every person has equal opportunity to thrive.

#DisabilityInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveSociety #DisabilityRights #EndDiscrimination #AssistiveTechnology #EqualOpportunities #InclusiveFuture #SocialProgress #BreakBarriers #SCABPharmacy

The Assistive Technology Survey 2025 by @intopia is now live! This study will allow us to better understand how users of assistive technology in Australia and New Zealand experience online tasks, and in turn help us inform and support our clients with their policies, inclusive and accessible designs/implementations.

https://surveys.intopia.digital/assistive-technology-survey/

#AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #A11y

Assistive Technology Survey 2025 โ€“ Intopia Surveys

Reposting. Slots available.

After a short break, Iโ€™m returning to accessibility training services.

I provide one-on-one training for blind and visually impaired users across multiple platforms. My teaching is practical and goal-driven: not just commands, but confidence, independence, and efficient workflows that carry into daily life, study, and work.

I cover:
iOS: VoiceOver gestures, rotor navigation, Braille displays, Safari, text editing, Mail and Calendars, Shortcuts, and making the most of iOS apps for productivity, communication, and entertainment.
macOS: VoiceOver from basics to advanced, Trackpad Commander, Safari and Mail, iWork and Microsoft Office, file management, Terminal, audio tools, and system upkeep.
Windows: NVDA and JAWS from beginner to advanced. Training includes Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, web browsing, customizing screen readers, handling less accessible apps, and scripting basics.
Android: TalkBack gestures, the built-in Braille keyboard and Braille display support, text editing, app accessibility, privacy and security settings, and everyday phone and tablet use.
Linux: Orca and Speakup, console navigation, package management, distro setup, customizing desktops, and accessibility under Wayland.

Concrete goals I can help you achieve:
Set up a new phone, tablet, or computer
Send and manage email independently
Browse the web safely and efficiently
Work with documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
Manage files and cloud storage
Use social media accessibly
Work with Braille displays and keyboards
Install and configure accessible software across platforms
Troubleshoot accessibility issues and build reliable workflows
Make the most of AI in a useful, productive way
Grow from beginner skills to advanced, efficient daily use

I bring years of lived experience as a blind user of these systems. I teach not only what manuals say, but the real-world shortcuts, workarounds, and problem-solving skills that make technology practical and enjoyable.

Remote training is available worldwide.

Pricing: fair and flexible โ€” contact me for a quote. Discounts available for multi-session packages and ongoing weekly training.

Contact:
UK: 07447 931232
US: 772-766-7331
If these donโ€™t work for you, email me at aaron.graham.hewitt@gmail.com

If you, or someone you know, could benefit from personalized accessibility training, Iโ€™d be glad to help.

#Accessibility #Blind #VisuallyImpaired #ScreenReaders #JAWS #NVDA #VoiceOver #TalkBack #Braille #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalInclusion #InclusiveTech #LinuxAccessibility #WindowsAccessibility #iOSAccessibility #AndroidAccessibility #MacAccessibility #Orca #ATTraining #TechTraining #AccessibleTech

We talk a lot about inclusive tech, yet simple accessibility tools often donโ€™t exist.
Iโ€™m developing NaviFut, a foot mouse that allows full computer control using your foot instead of your hands.
Would love your feedback to reach people who might benefit.

The link to my campaign where you can get the foot mouse is here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1385424103/reinventing-the-mouse-with-your-feet

#accessibility #rsi #assistivetechnology #technology #ergonomics #foot #mouse #innovation #handsfree