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Product Evaluations and Guides
An Overview of OS X Mavericks, the New Apple Operating System for Macs
by Janet Ingber
On October 22, 2013, Apple released OS X 10.9, Mavericks. Apple chose to make this a free upgrade no matter which older operating system Mac users are running. This article discusses installation and changes that can be important to VoiceOver users.
by Bill Holton
EqualEyes is an excellent way to dip a toe into the Android world. The suite's roster of utilities can't help but encourage exploration and practice.
A Comparative Review of iPhone Magnifier Apps
by John Rempel
Although there are advantages to magnifier apps when it comes to portability and price, they are clearly not for everyone. Read about popular magnifier apps, and see if one may be right for you.
Profiles
Lainey Feingold: The Power of Structured Negotiations
by Deborah Kendrick
Lainey Feingold is a talented lawyer who cares passionately about the rights of those who are blind or visually impaired. She is in the process of writing a book about her experiences with structured negotiations, a book that she says wouldn't be possible without the many individuals who are blind and have brought each case to her attention.
Access to Entertainment
Audio Description in Theaters: Making Theaters More Accessible
by J.J. Meddaugh
I recently visited two Chicago-area theaters to try out some of the technology available and to get a better grasp of the current state of audio description in movie theaters. Things have come a long way, and people with vision loss can now more independently enjoy an evening at the movies!
Access Issues
Looking at the New Microsoft Accessibility Answer Desk
by Bill Holton
Microsoft's Accessibility Answer Desk appears to be casting a very wide net when it comes to defining assistance with accessibility issues. It's heartening to see Microsoft has finally "seen the light," so to speak, and I look forward to other major players tossing their hats into the ring.
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