In this episode, we examine the functionalities of the JAWS (Job Access With Speech) screen reader, focusing on the Research It utility that enhances online information access. We provide a step-by-step guide on activating and installing Research It, highlighting necessary permission settings. Listeners will discover quick search capabilities across various categories, including news from major … Read more

Show Notes Summary In this episode of At Your Fingertips: Braille Then and Now, host Chris reminisces about a childhood experience that shaped her sense of normalcy as a blind child. Her mother helped her label all 64 Crayola crayons in Braille, enabling her to enjoy coloring books despite being blind. This fostered a sense … Read more

Episode Notes: Adrian Identifying Songs with Shazam (Sep 2024) In this episode, Adrian, aka Drezza, demonstrates how to use the Shazam app on the BlindShell Classic 2 to identify songs. Key Points: Shazam on BlindShell Classic 2: Available in the app catalog under the media folder. It helps identify songs and artists from various sources … Read more

You can tune into this call live every Tuesday. Visit acb.community to learn more about what is up coming. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/50f09db6-b892-4d1c-b263-bd0291b54001 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-e4dc67 for 40% off for 4 months, … Read more

In this episode, Michael demonstrates how to disable the Backstage View in Microsoft Word, helping users to streamline their workflow by going directly to a blank document when opening the application. Meanwhile, Chris shares her passion for encyclopedias and guides listeners through the Wikipedia app on an iPhone, showing how to navigate through articles and … Read more

This episode covers troubleshooting software settings, focusing on the JAWS screen reader. It demonstrates how restoring JAWS to factory defaults can help identify if custom settings are causing issues. The host shows how different settings affect the speed and verbosity of JAWS, highlighting the importance of this initial step when troubleshooting. This simple technique can … Read more

Show Notes: Shell Phone Show – Episode: Tackling Timers on the BlindShell Classic 2 Introduction In this episode of the Shell Phone Show, Adrian, also known as Driza, demonstrates how to use various timer functions on the BlindShell Classic 2. This includes a walkthrough of the minute timer, interval timer, stopwatch, and setting timers with … Read more

You can tune into this call live every Tuesday. In the Unmute Presents Community Call on August 27, 2024, we focused on technology, accessibility, and upcoming Apple innovations. Participants engaged in a lively discussion about expectations for the Apple keynote, highlighting desired features for accessibility improvements in new devices. Attendees shared hopes for design enhancements … Read more

You can tune into this call live every Tuesday. In this interview, Marty talks with Evan Starnes from Aftersight about his journey in audio and podcasting, starting from childhood experiments with recording devices to his role in audio production. They discuss the importance of quality equipment, with Evan recommending starter microphones for new podcasters. Evan … Read more