Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday, July 7, 2016 - Volume 568
The Week's News in Access Technology

A Flying Blind, LLC Publication
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Greetings,

1) Audible is a popular service, and its accessibility is improving. You can learn about the new Audible Library and what the service has to offer on Tek Talk on GMT Tuesday, 12 July at 01:00:
http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsc9613dc89eb2

2A) "VoiceOver with the Brailliant Braille Display" is a 134-page book written with the needs of the deaf-blind in mind, though others can obviously benefit. It is free on iBooks:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1127958260

2B) And also available on SmashWords, where you choose your price:
http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/645689

3) The free anniversary update for Windows 10 will be coming in August. Here is what the Microsoft Accessibility Blog has to say about improvements in accessibility:
https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/accessibility/2016/07/01/making-progress-on-accessibility-with-the-windows-10-anniversary-update/

4) Hadley's iFocus videos are designed to provide tips on using the vision accessibility features in iOS. The iFocus Instructional Series is now arranged by topic headings making them much easier to navigate. They can be found at:
http://www.hadley.edu/instructionalvideos

5) You'll get some insight into recording techniques and equipment on Eyes on Success, in Episode #1628, "Listening to and Recording Audio:"
http://eyesonsuccess.net

6) Here is the latest e-Access Bulletin, lots of adaptive technology stories:
http://www.headstar.com/eablive/

7) Here are the results of a Screen Reader Strategy survey on how blind users navigate unfamiliar web sites:
http://www.heydonworks.com/article/responses-to-the-screen-reader-strategy-survey

8) Check out the up-to-date listing of CAVI courses for which people can enroll for the second term of the year:
http://wiki.cucat.org/?utm_content=buffer66b1b&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

9) This is the French-language Microsoft Accessibility Site:
https://www.microsoft.com/france/accessibilite/default.aspx?platform=hootsuite

10) This Apple Watch review is favorable, and focuses on accessibility:
http://www.imore.com/apple-watch-accessibility-center-stage-new-review

11) You can download the new Braille music code from here:
http://www.brailleauthority.org/music/music.html

12) Explore "What's New in Accessible Apps for June 2016:"
http://www.applevis.com/blog/apple-apple-tv-apple-watch-applevis-ios-ios-apps-itunes-mac-os-x-news-opinion/applevis

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Flying Blind, LLC Classified Ads:
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1.) One Gently Used Optelec Clearview Plus 22 Inch Monitor with Ultra Flex Arm - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
Price: $1,995.00 USD
Savings: Offered here at approximately $1,300.00 USD off its suggested list price.
Contact: http://bit.ly/29Qym36.
Description: Optelec's Clearview line of video magnifiers is Flying Blind, LLC's preferred desktop solution for the low-vision user seeking comfort, simplicity, ergonomics, and versatility ...

2.) One Freedom Scientific Ruby Handheld Video Magnifier - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
Price: $445.00 USD
Savings: Offered here at approximately $125.00 USD off its suggested list price.
Contact: http://bit.ly/1SbOqg1.
Description: The Ruby Handheld Video Magnifier is small and lightweight enough to fit into a pocket or purse, yet provides the magnification you need to help you read or see details ...

3.) Gently Used ViewPlus EmBraille Embossers (With 7 units available for purchase at release on 02/18/2016 at 3:30 AM EST.) - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
Price: $1,500.00 USD Each
Savings: Offered here at approximately $600.00 USD off of their suggested list price each.
Contact: http://bit.ly/1Xzjxnv.
Description: This is a perfect embosser for personal use, or for any student that is on the go and in need of an embosser that is capable of producing graphics at an affordable price ...

4.) One Refurbished Alva Satellite 544 44-Cell Braille Display with 90 Day Warranty - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
Price: $995.00 USD
Contact: http://bit.ly/21QJXVd.
Description: Synonymous with global excellence and an intuitive, market-driven design, for the past seventeen years the ALVA Satellite Series of Braille displays has been the benchmark ...

5.) Brand New Alva Satellite 584 84-Cell Braille Displays - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
Price: $3,695.00 USD Each
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Description: The Ruby HD sets new high definition standards for handheld magnification that other less portable alternatives simply cannot meet. The crystal clear images ...

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Flying Blind, LLC Online Store Highlights:
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1.) 'iOS in the Classroom: A Guide for Teaching Students with Visual Impairments, iOS 9 Edition' Authored By Larry L. Lewis, Jr., President, Flying Blind LLC, and Published by AFB Press - AFB Online Store
Paperback: $29.95, Online: $17.95, ePUB: $20.95, Kindle: $20.95
http://bit.ly/iOS9-ITC-AFB-FBLLC
This book represents a 'must have' for any direct service provider working with vision impaired consumers who are using iOS technology within their educational or pre-vocational settings ...

2.) Silver Indoor Outdoor Talking Thermometer for $16.95 USD - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
http://bit.ly/1HHaM7I
Indoor and outdoor temperature spoken at the touch of a button, Fahrenheit or Celsius, volume control and on/off switch. LCD visual display can show either indoor or outdoor temperature ...

3.) Perkins Mini Braille Display 16 Cell for $1,495.00 USD Each and 24 Cell for $2,295.00 USD Each - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
http://bit.ly/1l9TSEw
A portable Braille display with more to offer for less money. The Mini provides Braille input and output for PCs, tablets, mobile phones, and gives you that internal notetaking functionality ...

4.) Large Print Address Book for $16.00 USD - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
http://bit.ly/1Q1LZxC
Spiral bound book. Holds up to 500 address listings. Three address listings per page. Includes 20/20 pen. Durable covers with inside front and back pockets. Alphabetical tabs and ample room ...

5.) Smart Beetle 14 Cell Refreshable Braille Display with Executive Products Carrying Case for $1,275.00 USD - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
http://bit.ly/1OHltXe
A Pocket-sized Power Pack That Fits Your Lifestyle and Your Budget! Ultra-Portable 14-Cell Braille Display with 5 Simultaneous Bluetooth Connections! Smart Beetle is a 14 Cell Braille ...

6.) Large Print Check Register for $8.75 USD - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
http://bit.ly/1TmcA6r
Spiral bound register helps keep better control of check recording. Contains spaces for 14 entries per full page. Size: 5" x 9" ...

7.) Braille Edge 40 Braille Display with Executive Products Carrying Case for $2,795.00 USD - Flying Blind, LLC Online Store
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The most powerful and versatile Braille display, with the features of a basic Notetaker! Manage Your Daily Life! Braille EDGE 40 is not only a most reliable, high-performance refreshable Braille ...

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