ACB Focus: Technology

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Welcome to the Technology Track of the ACB Focus Podcast Series. The Technology Track provides programming regarding how everyone can use the exact same technology as anyone else—regardless of vision status, mobility or how they process information.

  1. 07/11/2025

    20250710 1000 Microsoft Presentation

    20250710 1000 Microsoft Presentation Originally Broadcasted July 10, 2025, on ACB Media 1

    44 min

  2. 07/10/2025

    20250709 1430 Unlocking Human Potential Stories in AI and WearablesOriginally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media

    20250709 1430 Unlocking Human Potential Stories in AI and Wearables Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media   Participants joined Meta's product and design teams for an exploration of AI-powered wearable technology to enhance the everyday life for the blind and low vision community. Discover new AI-powered features on Ray Ban Meta smart glasses, discuss emerging trends, and learn how these advancements can unlock new possibilities for independence and inclusivity.

    1h 11m

  3. 07/09/2025

    20250708 1600 ConnectCenter and the Neptune Out of This World Resources and Products from APH

    20250708 1600 ConnectCenter and the Neptune Out of This World Resources and Products from APH Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media   Participants joined us to explore the APH ConnectCenter, your go-to resource hub designed to empower families, job seekers, adults who are blind or low vision, and professionals. The ConnectCenter offers a wealth of information, including blogs, articles, career success stories, and resources for professionals in the field of blindness or low vision. Whether you're navigating the complexities of job searching, seeking support for family members, or enhancing your professional skills. Participants found out how the APH ConnectCenter can empower and assist you in achieving your goals. In this session, attendees also learned about the Neptune, APH's latest addition to our technology product line. The Neptune is a lightweight, portable, scan and read device that instantly turns inaccessible text into speech supported by a customizable display screen. Whether you are looking for access in the classroom, the board room, or at home, come and see if the Neptune may be right for you!   Presenters: Katie Frederick, Digital Content Manager APH ConnectCenter and VisionAware Lee Huffman, Low Vision Product manager, Product Development

    50 min

  4. 07/08/2025

    20250708 1430 Be Digital Mobile Scam Wise T Mobile Informational Gameshow

    20250708 1430 Be Digital Mobile Scam Wise T Mobile Informational Gameshow Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media

    52 min

  5. 07/07/2025

    20250707 1730 Whats New at HumanWare with a Special Announcement

    20250707 1730 Whats New at HumanWare with a Special Announcement Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media   Participants joined the HumanWare team as they discussed and demonstrated some exciting updates across the product line, including the exclusive opportunity to test drive multi-line braille support with screen readers on the Monarch Dynamic Tactile Display. During the session, we demonstrated Prodigi magnification software that runs on a Windows machine, as well as showed our hand-held and desktop video magnifiers. We have a range of new features and enhancements on the Brailliant devices including: reference tools like Wikipedia and Wiktionary, text-to-speech available on the Mantis Q40, and we previewed the upcoming KeySoft update for the BrailleNote which featured a new math mode and a media player. WE have the Odyssey Desktop Reader now with AI enhancements, the StellarTrek with traffic light detection, the VictorReader Stream supporting audio-narrated books from Bookshare, and more. Last but not least, we have a special announcement regarding the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, so don't miss it!

    48 min

  6. 07/07/2025

    20250707 1600 PARTNERSHIPS Making Visual Interpreting Work for You

    20250707 1600 PARTNERSHIPS Making Visual Interpreting Work for You Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media   Participants discovered how to leverage Aira's free visual interpreting service, offered by leading businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies. In this interactive workshop, attendees learned practical steps to use Aira and meet some of our key national and local partners like Walmart, Chase, Starbucks, Target, Dallas Love Field, Amazon, the Texas Workforce Commission, and more. Explore how these organizations are actively promoting access as a human right with Jenine Stanley, Director, Customer Success and Engagement, and the Aira Learning and Development Team. Plus, get hands-on with the latest features of our mobile and web apps.

    1h 11m

  7. 07/07/2025

    20250707 1600 Behind the Screens How TMobile Makes Digital Experiences Accessible for Everyone

    20250707 1600 Behind the Screens How TMobile Makes Digital Experiences Accessible for Everyone Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media

    50 min

  8. 07/07/2025

    20250707 1600 ACBs AI and Classroom Assistive Technology

    20250707 1600 ACBs AI and Classroom Assistive Technology Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media 2   Shawn Keen, expert on integration artificial intelligence with assistive technology for the blind, gave an overview of classroom assistive technology and new innovations in the field perpetuated by AI. In college, every class and every professor is different-Participants joined us to learn how to take advantage of new technology and excel in various classrooms and environments.     Notes go here

    54 min
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Welcome to the Technology Track of the ACB Focus Podcast Series. The Technology Track provides programming regarding how everyone can use the exact same technology as anyone else—regardless of vision status, mobility or how they process information.

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  • Channel
    ACB
  • Creator
    American Council of the Blind
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © American Council of the Blind, all Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    ACB Focus: Technology

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