Living in a visually-driven world, we often forget those around us with limited sight or who are entirely blind. A few decades ago, people with visual disabilities had to rely on methods such as bill folding, use of special wallets that have separate compartments for each denomination, or (in rare instances) creating tactile identification marks […]
Assistive Technology
Comparing VoiceOver and NVDA
Introduction The modern era has brought many advantages for those who are blind or visually impaired. One of the most important tools a blind user uses with modern computing devices is a screen reader. Traditionally, screen readers have been very expensive third-party programs that were very difficult to obtain depending on one’s financial status. However, […]
How does a Blind Person use iPhone? Know here
It may seem counterintuitive that a smooth, buttonless touchscreen could work for someone who is blind or visually impaired. Yet, with the release of Apple’s VoiceOver screen Reader in 2009, the iPhone became a revolutionary breakthrough in access. So, if you are wondering how does a blind person use iPhone, this article will explain […]