20260718 1400 Trends: Accessible Blogging with Substack Originally Aired on ACB Media Participants explored Substack as an accessible, web-based platform for creative writing and reaching wider audiences. Three users shared their experiences with the platform.
20260718 1230 BRL and ACB Families Share Low-cost Braille Devices Originally Aired on ACB Media Participants explored four low-cost braille devices. The Braille Doodle offered raised braille letters and a drawing method; the VersaSlate served as a paperless slate and stylus; the Hable provided braille input and connections to other devices; and Braille Legos offered … Read more
20260718 1100 Trends in AI and Making It Accessible Originally Aired on ACB Media BITS and a panel of experts explored AI trends from blind and low vision perspectives. They examined how ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude, and accessibility agents were expanding access, creativity, and innovation. The session also considered how blind and low vision users … Read more
20260717 1530 Finding your Driverless Car Originally Aired on ACB Media The session examined the benefits and challenges of driverless rideshare services for blind and low vision users. Without a driver, riders avoided driver-related discrimination but faced challenges such as locating the vehicle without someone to contact. Blind presenters shared tips and techniques for finding … Read more
20260717 1400 Microsoft Narrator – A Tool For Making the Transition From Low Vision to No Vision Originally Aired on ACB Media The presentation demonstrated Microsoft Narrator as an alternative for Windows users whose ongoing vision loss had made magnification and mouse use less effective. The free, built-in screen reader provided spoken access to screen … Read more
20260717 1100 What’s new with the Monarch Originally Aired on ACB Media Participants learned about APH’s Monarch multiline braille display, including tactile graphics, Monarch applications, and the Monarch RISE project. Presenters: Katie Frederick, Digital Engagement and Accessibility Specialist, Monarch Projects, American Printing House for the Blind (APH), Worthington, OH; Jennifer Wenzel, Technology Product Specialist, American … Read more
20260716 1400 What Is Next Generation TV and What Should I Know to Get Ready Originally Aired on ACB Media Industry experts and consumers discussed Next Generation broadcast television, which combined over-the-air broadcasting with internet technology. The session examined enhanced picture, sound, interactive capabilities, and accessibility, and explained what viewers needed to know to prepare. … Read more
20260716 1400 Capturing the World Through Photography with Confidence Originally Aired on ACB Media Beginning and intermediate users explored accessible photography with smartphones and camera-equipped wearable devices. The session started with accessible photo-taking basics and introduced description tools and apps to help users understand their pictures. It focused on techniques for capturing and sharing moments … Read more
20260716 1400 Amateur Digital Communications and the SharkRF M1KE Radioless Hotspot Originally Aired on ACB Media John McCann discussed amateur digital communication modes and presented the SharkRF M1KE radioless digital hotspot. Presenter: John McCann, ACBRA board member, Tucson, AZ
20260716 1100 Smart Living, Stronger Access Appliances, Community, and Advocacy Originally Aired on ACB Media The presentation addressed appliance accessibility and the need for inclusive design in everyday life. Speakers highlighted the launch of the Appliance Portal, community connections through YouTube, and efforts to raise awareness among vendors, advocates, and consumers. They discussed sharing experiences, … Read more