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We asked, and you answered! Here at Vision Forward's Tech Connect we want to thank all our wonderful subscribers for their comments and suggested topics for 2023! Iris Vision Inspire has received a major update, adding many much needed features for those of you interested the future of this electronic wearable device. As such, Luke and Cory are bringing the Inspire back into the spotlight to talk about these new features and explain their uses so you know if it might be the right device to suit your needs. We would like to thank Cory again for sitting down with us last video to discuss his personal journey dealing with vision loss as an adolescent. If you missed Cory's story then you can still catch it here: https://youtu.be/1LpPJDFeDd8 Do you still have questions for Cory? Then post them down in the comments! Or leave your own stories about how has being visually impaired presented particular challenges for you? And more importantly, how were you able to overcome those challenges? What advice were you given, and what do you wish you could tell your younger self? We look forward to another fantastic year. For '23, our resolution is to improve the channel for our subscribers. So now is the time to make yourself heard! If you have not already done so, visit our giveaway video here: https://youtu.be/yiiwznHFBrM and leave a thoughtful suggestions, so help us shape the future of Tech Connect in 2023! Vision Forward's Tech Connect continues to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions please post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Previous Inspire Videos: Bitter Winter Brawl: Comparing three Wearables https://youtu.be/bOdCly1XELw Tech Talk Live! https://www.youtube.com/live/ddYiWj9i2lM?feature=share Original Review: https://youtu.be/CO6kZvMNUHQ Join us for our live show Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "How Cory Navigates the Web" https://www.youtube.com/live/tri-_R72eCM?feature=share Older: ""RealSAM w/ Anat Nulman" https://youtu.be/yztCA_dyAEc Even Older: "Windows Magnifier vs. Zoomtext" https://youtu.be/8r9w7iCGjRc Last year: "Favorite Tech of 2022 w/ The Blind Life" https://youtu.be/rSDiSjpdgNg Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy #apple #TV #appleTV #stream #streaming #wearable #family #2023 #2022 #winter #howdo #howto #tech #comment #subscribe #ArxVision #subscribers

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Forward's Tech Connect and join Assistive Technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #visionbuddy #vision #lowvision #buddy #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions #onyx #oxsight #mrbeast #beast #mrbeastshorts #mrbeastreact #mrbeastdaily #charity #shorts Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

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#shorts Subscribe to Vision Forward's Tech Connect and join Assistive Technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #visionbuddy #vision #lowvision #buddy #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions #onyx #oxsight #loss #disability #special #education #school #peer #advice #help #maculardegeneration Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Welcome one and all to this most unusual Tech Connect! Today we are sitting down with Mr. Cory Ballard, CATIS and Director of Technology at Vision Forward Association, to discuss the emotional impacts of vision loss and various strategies for navigating them. Most of the time we skip over this part of the story and focus on the assistive technology tools that help folks live their lives. But today we want to take a step back and examine more fundamentally how people cope with a loss of vision. Cory explains how, because he was born with sight and ended up losing nearly all of it by the age of twelve, he can empathize with the serious social and emotional stresses that such a transition can put on a person. As such, our goal today is to open up discussion of these struggles and walk through how best to navigate these situations from the perspective of a student, employee and parent. Still have questions for Cory? Then post them down in the comments! Or leave your own stories about how has being visually impaired presented particular challenges for you? And more importantly, how were you able to overcome those challenges? What advice were you given, and what do you wish you could tell your younger self? We look forward to another fantastic year. For '23, our resolution is to improve the channel for our subscribers. So now is the time to make yourself heard! If you have not already done so, visit our giveaway video here: https://youtu.be/yiiwznHFBrM and leave a thoughtful comment to be entered into a random drawing on February 1st. Subscribers have only one week to get your suggestions in, so hurry up and help us shape the future of Tech Connect in 2023! Vision Forward's Tech Connect continues to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions please post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Join us for our live show Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: ""RealSAM w/ Anat Nulman" https://youtu.be/yztCA_dyAEc Older: "Windows Magnifier vs. Zoomtext" https://youtu.be/8r9w7iCGjRc Even Older: "Favorite Tech of 2022 w/ The Blind Life" https://youtu.be/rSDiSjpdgNg Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy #apple #TV #appleTV #stream #streaming #christmas #family #2023 #2022 #winter #howdo #howto #tech #comment #subscribe #ArxVision #subscribers

This week, we sit down with Anat Nulam to discuss the RealSAM Pocket, a accessible cell phone that can be completely controlled with one's voice, that uses a Samsung Galaxy as a hardware base and is compatible with all major cell carriers and data plans. Join us and learn how the RealSAM works and how it might compare to other options like The Blindshell, as well as top shelf iPhones or Androids. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro and Jokes 10:55 Guest speaker: Who is Anat Nulman? 13:00 RealSAM Pocket phone itself compared to other smartphones 19:50 Out of the box setup and use, touchscreens and gestures vs tapping 25:50 Phone calls and creating contacts with audio alone 32:34 Text Messages 39:50 Auditory Contrast and voice options 49:00 Wrap up and suggestions for a Part 2 Review of the RealSAM Pocket #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Welcome to the first Tech Connect of 2023! We at Vision Forward love reading your comments, and often find that our subscribers suggest great new topics for us to cover. So to start the year off right, we want to hear from you, our wonderful audience! The Christmas spirit still burns strong, and so we are sweetening the deal with a grand prize giveaway. This year, help us help you! Every subscriber who leave a thoughtful comment before February 1st will be entered to win a prize courtesy of Wisconsin's Vision Forward Association. We will announce the winner and contact them to arrange appropriate mailing of their reward. To clarify, all qualifying comments must include: a topic or technology which we have not yet covered in 2022. But don't be shy! Our resolution is to to improve the channel and now is the time to make yourself heard! What is your favorite part of the show? How did you first find our videos? Do you watch the premieres? Maybe you prefer longer or shorter videos? Is any episode to date your favorite? What do you want more of? What do you want less of? Before commenting, consider refreshing your memory with our round up of great moments from 2022! https://youtu.be/8K2rSZuvrO4 We look forward to a fantastic 2023 chock full of even more memorable moments. Vision Forward's Tech Connect continues to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions please post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Follow along with your own devices and try out some of these great accessibility tools! And be sure to tell us your experiences with assistive technology more generally, down in the comments! Join us for our live show Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "Windows Magnifier vs. Zoomtext" https://youtu.be/8r9w7iCGjRc Older: "Favorite Tech of 2022 with Sam Seavey from the Blind Life" https://youtu.be/rSDiSjpdgNg (And Part 2 https://youtu.be/e3BeAZEqgQk) Even Older: "ARxVision Wearable" https://youtu.be/mOS4Hc2pvMU Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy #apple #TV #appleTV #stream #streaming #christmas #family #2023 #2022 #winter #howdo #howto #tech #comment #subscribe #ArxVision #giveaway #prize #reward #subscribers

Magnify your Mind We look forward to seeing you this coming Thursday, January 5th at 11:00 AM CST for the latest exciting installment of Vision Forward's Tech Connect! In this first show of 2023 we will be taking a look at how the built-in Windows' Magnifier stacks up against Freedom Scientific's Zoomtext. Windows really upped its game with Windows 10, introducing a number of great accessibility features for people with vision loss. But is Windows' accessibility good enough at this point that we don't need 3rd party options anymore? Freedom Scientific sure don't think so and have a number of great features in Zoomtext to prove why. Find out how both these solutions stack up against each other in this action-packed episode! Join us for all the usual fun and insightful commentary and REMEMBER! We love community engagement and participation on this show, so make sure to come prepared with your questions, comments, and (most importantly) jokes! We look forward to seeing you then! #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Zoomtext is a powerful software for those who want more than what Microsoft's built-in screen reader can provide. Join Cory and Luke for this, the first Tech Connect Live of 2023! We will be taking a look at how the built-in Window's Magnifier stacks up against Freedom Scientific's Zoom Text. Explore the features, costs and benefits of investing in Zoom Text! Windows really upped its game with Windows 10, introducing a number of great accessibility features for people with vision loss. But is Windows' accessibility good enough at this point that we don't need 3rd party options anymore? Freedom Scientific sure don't think so and have a number of great features in Zoomtext to prove why. Find out how both these solutions stack up against each other in this action-packed episode! 0:00 Start 1:25 Jokes 4:34 3rd Party Magnification Options 9:50 Introduction 16:50 Font Smoothing 19:35 2023 Update includes Tether View 28:40 No Mac Books? 34:10 Zoomy AI Voice 37:50 LibreOffice + general compatibility 41:35 Downsides and Issues with ZoomText 45:30 Microsoft Windows Magnifier Overview 53:50 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations We look forward to seeing you next Thursday, January 19th at 11:00 AM CST for the latest exciting installment of Vision Forward's Tech Connect! Join us for all the usual fun and insightful commentary and REMEMBER! We love community engagement and participation on this show, so make sure to come prepared with your questions, comments, and (most importantly) jokes! We look forward to seeing you then! #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Foward's Tech Connect and join Assistive Technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #visionbuddy #vision #lowvision #buddy #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions #onyx #oxsight Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Welcome everyone to the final Tech Connect of 2022! It has been such an exciting year and we truly hope that you have learned a lot and laughed along the way. Assistive Technology Specialists: Cory and Luke, are bringing you their favorite moments from this year's videos. Be sure to let us know what your favorite moments from 2022 were down in the comments and check the description for links to each video mentioned. Timestamps: 0:00 Start 1:14 Best Cryptid Sighting (https://youtu.be/CVlj2C9kiGk) 2:30 Best Intro (https://youtu.be/LqPbBq60DQ8) 3:24 Best Fruit Storage (https://youtu.be/LqPbBq60DQ8) 4:47 Best Green Screen Moment (https://youtu.be/PIeVoSPhg_I) 6:40 Biggest Mystery (https://youtu.be/bOdCly1XELw) 7:35 Weirdest Place to find Luke's Wallet (https://youtu.be/wp5MC18qji0) 8:29 Strangest thing to appear in Luke's Wallet (https://youtu.be/WKX4jEHWv3E) 9:03 Favorite Special Effect (https://youtu.be/CVlj2C9kiGk) 9:53 Most Obedient AI (https://youtu.be/Ug86FVtww8Q) 10:37 Wrap Up Vision Forward's Tech Connect continues to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Follow along with your own devices and try out some of these great accessibility tools! And be sure to tell us what you thought of 2022 and assistive technology more generally, down in the comments! Join us for our live show Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "Favorite Tech of 2022 with Sam Seavey from the Blind Life" https://youtu.be/rSDiSjpdgNg (And Part 2 https://youtu.be/e3BeAZEqgQk) Older: "ARxVision Wearable" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOS4Hc2pvMU Even Older: "Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Apple HomePod" http://youtu.be/LXXzml0pDk8 Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #1992 #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy #apple #TV #appleTV #stream #streaming #christmas #family #2022 #winter #howdo #howto #tech

Remember, we love community engagement and participation on this show, so make sure to come prepared with your questions, comments, and (most importantly) jokes! We look forward to seeing you then! Tech Connect Live Schedule https://vision-forward.org/techconnect/ Tech Connect Live Show Resources https://vision-forward.org/techconnectliveresources/ See previous Tech Connect Live episodes here https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdZ61dAGaL_k3I-_LcTPozan9upCqY8Yc #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Foward's Tech Connect and join assistive technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions #onyx #oxsight Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Welcome everyone! Settle into a seat by the fireplace and get cozy because this week our Assistive Technology Specialists: Cory and Luke, teach you how to share seasonal stories with your loved ones and bring the biggest blockbusters to your very own living room using built in accessibility features of the Apple TV. Timestamps: 0:00 Start + Physical Description 1:30 Accessibility 2:33 Apple TV Fireplace 2:55 iTunes Movies and TV 5:50 Finding purchased content 7:23 Apple TV Fish Tank 7:33 Apple TV+ (Monthly Fee) 8:04 Disney+ Streaming 9:35 Remote control Goof 9:55 Airplay Screen Mirroring 11:03 Wrap up Review 'Twas the night before Tech Connect, and all through Vision Forward Not a creature was stirring, not even a tortoise; The assistive technology was turned off with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The audience nestled snugly all warm in their beds; While visions of Tech Connect danced in their heads; And Luke in his 'kerchief, and Cory in his cap, Had just settled their brains for a long winter's nap, When out from their Notifications there arose such a clatter, They sprang from their beds to see what was the matter. Away to their computers they flew like a flash, Logging in, opening a browser, and refreshing the cache. Their computer screens glowed like the fresh fallen snow, And they leapt with joy, "ANOTHER TECH CONNECT VIDEO!" Original: https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/twas-the-night-before-christmas-by-clement-clarke-moore Vision Forward's Tech Connect continues to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Follow along with your own device and try out some of these great accessibility tools! And be sure to tell us what you think of Apple TV and Streaming Services more generally, down in the comments! Join us for our live show Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "Favorite Tech of 2022 with Sam Seavey from the Blind Life" https://youtu.be/rSDiSjpdgNg Older: "ARxVision Wearable" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOS4Hc2pvMU Even Older: "Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Apple HomePod" http://youtu.be/LXXzml0pDk8 Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #1992 #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy #apple #TV #appleTV #stream #streaming #christmas #family #2022 #winter #howdo #howto #tech

Remember, we love community engagement and participation on this show, so make sure to come prepared with your questions, comments, and (most importantly) jokes! We look forward to seeing you then! Tech Connect Live Schedule https://vision-forward.org/techconnect/ Tech Connect Live Show Resources https://vision-forward.org/techconnectliveresources/ See previous Tech Connect Live episodes here https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdZ61dAGaL_k3I-_LcTPozan9upCqY8Yc #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Foward's Tech Connect and join assistive technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Foward's Tech Connect and join assistive technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

#shorts Subscribe to Vision Foward's Tech Connect and join assistive technology specialists Cory and Luke every Thursday at 6pm for full demonstrations and comparative analysis of Assistive Technology with a particular emphasis on how low vision or blind users can make use of accessibility features. #OxSight #onyx #irisvision #inspire #visionbuddy #vision #restart #vocal #blindtechnology #technolgy #tech #blind #lowvision #phone #smartphone #apple #iphone #Android #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #siri #voiceassistant #ios16 #ios #iphone #new #accessibility #disability #assitant #assitivesolutions Call us: 414-615-0103 Email us: techconnect@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

Be sure to bundle up for this week's Tech Connect because it is time for the 2022 Bitter Winter Brawl! Luke will be serving not only as an Assistive Technology Specialist as also as referee to moderate between these three popular electronic wearable devices: IrisVision Inspire, OxSight Onyx, and the Vision Buddy. Timestamps: 0:00 Start 0:50 Physical Characteristics 3:55 Feature Set and Modes 5:50 General Stationary Test 8:05 Walking while Wearing 9:00 High Contrast Small Font 11:50 Low-Light Conditions 13:00 Television and Screens 14:25 Wrap up Review As Luke demonstrates these devices, he begins to unravel a mystery surrounding his co-host Cory... So which of these three will prove victorious? And where in the world has Cory disappeared to? There is only one way to find out! Vision Forward's Tech Connect will continue to bring you the information you need to make the most out of your devices. Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Follow along with your own device and try out some of these great accessibility tools! And be sure to tell us what you think of these three wearables more generally, down in the comments! Join us for our live show: Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "ARxVision Wearable" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOS4Hc2pvMU Older: "Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Apple HomePod" http://youtu.be/LXXzml0pDk8 Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #1992 #assistivetechnology #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr #OxSight #Onyx #IrisVision #Inspire #VisionBuddy

This week we are dusting off the Kurzweil Reading Edge! This 90's era mammoth of a reader provided state of the art (relative to its time) assistance for those who were visually impaired in the 1990's. So wind back the clock with Cory and Luke in this retrospective where they review, compare and pontificate on the advancements in assistive technology over the past three decades. 0:00 0:21 Introduction 0:50 Scanning an 8.5/11 paper 4:54 Finding Phone Numbers 8:45 Surprise Round?!? 9:08 Low Light Conditions 12:40 Distance Reading 14:15 Question Time 16:55 Wrap Up Review 18:49 Bonus?!? How exactly does the Kurzweil hold up after 30 years? Stick around until the end of the video for our wrap up review! Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Did you ever use a Reading Edge or something older? We would love you to share your thoughts in the comments below! What was the biggest improvement in assistive tech for you personally? What do you think assistive tech might be capable of in another 30 years? We want to hear all about it down in the comments! Join us for our live show: Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "ARxVision Wearable" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOS4Hc2pvMU Older: "Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Apple HomePod" http://youtu.be/LXXzml0pDk8 Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store #maculardegeneration #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #glaucoma #legallyblind #blind #technology #backtothefuture #1992 #assistivetechnology #retrotech #90s #orcam #orcammyeye #sight #vision #funny #viral #disability #scanner #ocr

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This week we are checking out the ARxVision smart glasses! A bone conduction wearable device which pairs with its own app to provide useful information for those with low or no vision! Armed with their expertise in assistive technology, Cory and Luke demonstrate the various features of this device including: short text, scanning full documents, reading non-standard documents, various object identification, facial recognition as well as scene description. There are two cameras built into the ARxVision, this means it has the capacity to utilize distance as a metric for description. Although this feature is not currently supported, like most technology these days the ARxVison is expected to receive regular improvements via future software updates. As these developments occur, Vision Forward's Tech Connect will bring you the information you need to make the most out of your device. For this and other content be sure to subscribe! How exactly does the ARxVision stacks up against the competition? Stick around until the end of the video for our wrap up review! Our experts know there are many factors to consider, so if you have any follow up questions post them in the comments and we will help you find the assistive tech that's best for you. Already own the ARxVision? Great! Follow along with your own device and post your thoughts in the comments below! Would you recommend this over specific alternatives? Was there anything you found surprising about using the device? Any glaring problems with the design or software? We want to hear all about it down in the comments! Are you looking for more info on the ARxVision? Check out their website: https://arx.vision/ Join us for our live show: Tech Connect Live! every other Thursday. Previous: "Should I update to IOS 16?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GN9wv3GyPyo Older: "Amazon Echo vs. Google Home vs. Apple HomePod" http://youtu.be/LXXzml0pDk8 Full Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/3u9cydc5 Find out about the upcoming schedule by visiting: https://vision-forward.org/techconnect Contact Vision Forward Association: Call us: (414-615-0103) Email us: infocus@vision-forward.org Visit us online: https://www.vision-forward.org Online Store: https://www.vision-forward.org/store

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