
Screen readers - American Foundation for the Blind
Screen readers are currently available for use with personal computers running Linux, Windows, and Mac, IOS, Android, and more. Each screen reader incorporates a different command structure, and …
Using Technology for Reading | American Foundation for the Blind
If you’ve read our guides on Using a Computer or mobile technology, you already know that it’s not only possible, but a rather simple matter to access most electronic documents using either a computer or …
Learn NVDA | American Foundation for the Blind
Each tutorial contains step-by-step instructions with audio of a presenter using NVDA and video of the computer screen. The videos are fully transcribed and captioned, and we encourage you to share them!
Using a Computer - The American Foundation for the Blind
The second section is for those with recent visual impairment who already own, and have some experience using, a personal computer. There we discuss the main components of accessibility and …
Accessible Mobile Apps | American Foundation for the Blind
Free official app of AFB’s AccessWorld®: Technology News for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired, an online magazine dedicated to technology and people with vision loss.
Using Technology | American Foundation for the Blind
AFB's goal is to provide you with the information you need to learn about available technology and even discover new ways to use technology to enhance your everyday life.
Household, Personal and Other Independent Living Products
May be powered by using wall outlet, included rechargeable batteries, or regular AA batteries. Stereo headphones, AC power converter/recharger, rechargeable battery pack, AA battery clip included. …
Statistics and Resources | American Foundation for the Blind
Use of technology by people who are blind or visually impaired is much lower than for the general population, and lack of awareness, availability, and training opportunities contribute to this persistent …
Assistive Technology Products - The American Foundation for the Blind
In this section, you will find a comprehensive listing of assistive technology products used by people who are blind or visually impaired organized by category.
Smartphone GPS Navigation | American Foundation for the Blind
Using one will enable you to know what businesses, bus stops, and intersections are nearby as you walk or ride a bus. A GPS can give you turn-by-turn directions to the nearest coffee shop, shoe store, or …