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Product Evaluations
High Definition: Help or Hype? A Review of the IBIS HD Video Magnifier (CCTV) by Tagarno
Though the high definition capability of the IBIS does not result in an improved reading experience for those who require a high level of magnification, if you use lower magnification and perform tasks that require a higher level of detail and clarity, the IBIS HD may be worth considering. —John Rempel
Product Evaluation of the Readit Scholar by VisionAid International
If you require an easily portable document scanner and distance viewer that works seamlessly with your laptop, then the Readit Scholar might be just what you're looking for. —Morgan Blubaugh
Diabetes and Visual Impairment: An Update on Accessible Blood Glucose Meters
Things have certainly improved with blood glucose meter accessibility since we began tracking it in our AFB TECH labs nearly ten years ago. Today, we have four highly portable meters with comprehensive speech output from which to choose, and all of them have improved visual displays. —Darren Burton, John Lilly, Matthew Enigk, and Ricky Kirkendall
From the AFB Policy Center
Using Legislation and Advocacy to Respond to a Changing Technology Environment
Strong and decisive consumer action will, hopefully, convince the technology industry to implement, improve, and maintain accessibility across their products and services. —Paul W. Schroeder
Accessibility Issues
Access to Museums and Parks for Patrons who are Blind or Visually Impaired
While much work has been done to improve accessibility in cultural institutions, there is still more to do to ensure people with vision loss can participate equally. —Joe Strechay and Tara Annis
Interview
From Canada With Love: Debbie Gleeson Changes Lives in Rwanda
In addition to providing software training and sewing lessons, distributing white canes, providing one blind couple with assistive technology, constructing homes and schools, and sponsoring children to attend elementary school, Gleeson carries information and plenty of hope to people who are hungry for more than just food. —Deborah Kendrick
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