20220702 BITS – On the Go – Laptops and Tablets Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media  Have you ever wondered about the differences between laptops and tablets? Confused about which one to buy? Attendees enjoyed this informative presentation so you can decide which device is right for you.  Edited By: Jenine … Read more
20220702 What’s New with JAWS, Fusion, and ZoomText Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media  Attendees joined Douglas Gerry for his annual User Group meeting. All skill levels were welcome. They demonstrated and discussed the recent developments and look at what’s coming in 2023. Participants brought their questions and joined the fun as … Read more
20220702 BrailleSense 6 Productivity has Never Been More Fun Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media  Attendees joined HIMS Inc. as they discussed and demonstrated the newest addition to their flagship line of Braille notetakers, the BrailleSense 6 and BrailleSense 6 Mini. Whether you are interested in a highly intuitive and efficient tool … Read more
20220702 BITS: Navigating Your World Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media  Do you get frustrated because you have trouble getting help with reading labels or scanning documents? Participants came to this enlightening presentation where they learned about the SuperSense and the Voice Dream App Suites. Attendees were surprised to find out how … Read more
20220701 CCLVI/BITS: Vendor Showcase Originally Aired July 1, 2022, on ACB Media  If you use a screen reader and/or magnification in your daily life, this showcase afforded attendees the opportunity to see what is new in the Exhibit Hall later in the week. Several products were demonstrated with time for questions and answers. This … Read more
20220624 En-Vision America Originally Aired June 24, 2022, on ACB Media Accessible Prescription Labeling Advocacy: Board of Pharmacy EN-Vision America presented a panel where Rulemaking vs Legislation was discussed. Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger
20220624 Super Computers and Super Pups Originally Aired June 24, 2022, on ACB Media Attendees learned how a guide dog school has teamed up with North Carolina State University and IBM to use artificial intelligence and smart collars to increase the number of exceptional guide dogs available to our community. Panel facilitated by Carl Richardson … Read more
~~HumanWare: Meet HumanWare’s low vision line up including a new family member! Attendees explored HumanWare’s low vision portfolio starting with the Reveal 16 product line and its easy-to-use interface. Experiment the very versatile and portable Explore handheld magnifiers and be excited with a sneak preview of its soon to be released new family member. Presenters: … Read more
~~Membership Committee; How to Create a Successful Virtual Conference and Convention Panel 1: Tools for planning a virtual or hybrid virtual and in person conference Panelists: ♦ Ardis Bazyn, ACB Membership Committee Chair, Burbank, CA ♦ Tyson Ernst, ACB Radio, Springfield, IL ♦ Sarah Harris, First Vice President, California Council of the Blind, Fresno, CA … Read more
~~411 from the IAC – Part 2: Rehabilitation, providing remote services: Attendees heard from two rehabilitation professionals about what providing rehabilitation services virtually has been like. â™ Megan Conway from the Helen Keller National Center ♠David Kingsbury from the Carroll Center for the Blind Discussed providing rehabilitation services virtually, what accessibility challenges they faced and … Read more