by David Flament, Manager of Adaptive Technology
I have found a new iOS (iPhone and iPad) app called Vorail I think is really cool. Vorail is the exciting new social media app designed specifically for the low vision and blind community. The developers of Vorail call it Facebook for the blind. And just in case you’re wondering, it’s free! How It […] Read More »
Tags: Blind, Facebook, iPhone, social media, Vorail
by Shawn Sturges
As we lose our sight to various conditions, often times the fear of a lack of independence begins to creep into our minds. I have experienced this many times, but with time and adaptive technology, that fear has slowly dissipated. Over the years I have used various technologies to help out with my mobility and […] Read More »
Tags: apps, Blind, Mobility, Travel
by David Flament, Manager of Adaptive Technology
I often get asked, “How do you know the answers to our questions?” I am not a genius and don’t have an eidetic memory. I just know where some of the resources are to help me find answers to technology questions. In Second Sense’s recent workshop, The Net and Other Resources, I shared some […] Read More »
Tags: Adaptive technology, online resources, technology questions
by Kathy Austin, CVA
Recently I commented on Beth Finke’s Safe and Sound blog, Taking Uber with a Guide Dog: Jury Still Out regarding Uber and transporting people who use service animals. This discussion is important to raise awareness of this valuable transportation option for individuals with vision loss and to ensure that service dogs are accommodated. Here […] Read More »
Tags: guide dogs, transportation, Uber
by Shawn Sturges
Today as smart phone users, we have access to many apps that can be quite useful in our everyday lives. Over the past several years, I have explored many apps – some have been useful and others not so much. I have run into an overwhelming amount of apps that have not been completely accessible. […] Read More »
Tags: apps, BARD, Facebook, Google Maps, iPhone, Periscope, Twitter
by Kathy Austin, CVA
When I was growing up, my mother always told me that I should learn how to type. I can still hear her saying, “You can always be a secretary and have something to fall back on if you need it.” My mom passed away 24 years ago and this was one piece of advice that […] Read More »
Tags: iPhone, typing, Vision loss, voice recognition
by David Flament, Manager of Adaptive Technology Services
Questions have been pouring in to Second Sense about ride sharing. The popularity in this new way of getting around has grown substantially since last winter’s article in Tech Times. I’d like to share more thoughts and some tips to help you get comfortable with a safe and affordable way to get to your destination. […] Read More »
Tags: Lyft, Mobility, ride-sharing apps, Uber
by Shawn Sturges, Second Sense technology tutor
As an iPhone user over the past several years, I have seen many useful updates to iOS. Each update has brought useful changes to the iPhone and for its users, and the technology continues to improve. The latest release of iOS 9 is no different and improvements made directly impact VoiceOver users. Here are several […] Read More »
Tags: iOS 9 Features, iPhone, VoiceOver
by David Flament
Looking for a holiday gift the whole family can enjoy? You might want to consider turning your television into a Smart TV! Apple is more than just the iPhone, iPad, iPod and Mac, it is also TV. The Apple TV is a small box you plug into your current TV that turns your TV into a […] Read More »
Tags: Apple TV, Holiday gift, Smart TVs
by David Flament
For most of us, the cost of getting a new smart phone is too expensive. A new iPhone costs anywhere from $649 to $949. I have always depended on getting my phone every two years with a subsidy from my cell phone company when I sign a new two-year contract. The subsidy brings the price […] Read More »
Tags: installment plans, iPhone, iPhones, Smart Phone, Smart Phones, Subsidies for smart phones, Subsidized phones