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News coverage, announcements, and reporting pulled from trusted accessibility, blindness, and disability sources.
HumanWare is hosting hands-on drop-in events across the UK, showcasing their Braille products. Attendees could win a Brailliant BI20X.
Source: Braillists Foundation
NV Access announces updates including a new NVDA beta, accessibility resources, and a user feedback survey.
Source: NV Access
Meet Manolo Alvarez, an assistive tech developer who is blind and transforming lives through innovative tools like Monarch. Discover his inspiring journey and impact.
Source: American Printing House for the Blind
Drexel University and AER open a public comment period for their Low Vision Rehabilitation program's accreditation review, inviting confidential input until November 15, 2026.
Source: AER
Stockton's White Cane Awareness Walk brings attention to accessibility challenges faced by visually impaired individuals, promoting community understanding.
Source: Stocktonia News
Northampton introduces audio bus displays with braille buttons and spoken information, enhancing travel independence for visually impaired passengers.
Source: News Minimalist
NV Access invites users to test the NVDA 2026.3 Beta 5, offering a chance to influence its final features through feedback. Download the beta now to participate in its development.
Source: NV Access
Vertex Systems updates its Case Manager solution to be fully accessible for blind users, enhancing independence through inclusive design.
Source: Vertex Systems
The Braille Institute announces 2026 Braille Challenge finalists after a record-breaking year, highlighting global growth and literacy skill development.
Source: Braille Institute
Blind veterans completed the Army Ten-Miler using AI glasses that provide audible environmental descriptions, enhancing their independence in athletic events.
Source: Axios
Apple launches exciting updates to their smart home tech with the new HomePod Mini 2 and HomeView hub. Both devices offer enhanced features, robust Siri AI integration, and a focus on sustainability with recycled materials.
Source: AppleVis Blog
Dot's new screen reader tools promise to enhance support for multiline braille and tactile graphics. Learn how they transform complex documents into tactile information.
Source: Braillists Foundation