Category Archives: Technology
iOS 4 Software Update via iTunes!
It’s now available! Just go to help, then to check for updates. Below is a very brief list of what’s new. This update contains over 100 new features, including the following: • Multitasking support for third-party apps* – Multitasking user … Continue reading
Microsoft Fix It Center
Finally there is a way to fix computer problems quickly, and easily. Microsoft has free software that will scan your pc, and try to fix computer problems. This software will work for Windows XP, through Windows 7. If the diognostics … Continue reading
Alt+Tab Tuner for Windows Vista/7
If you are running either Windows Vista, poor soul, or Windows 7, blessed fortunate soul, you will likely remember how Alt+Tab worked in Windows XP. In short, it was fast, and snappy. There were no 3d views and stacks of … Continue reading
Siri: Your Personal Virtual Assistant (VPA)
This is very interesting technology currently being developed. I am certain that sooner or later, we will all be using some form of virtual assistant. The below info is taken from the Siri.com Web Site. About Siri Siri – Your … Continue reading
Survey for computer users with low vision, or color blindness
This was taken from the Microsoft Accessibility Blog. Hi. I am working on a research project to understand how people optimize their computer to make it easier to see. We just kicked off an online survey and are recruiting … Continue reading
PetVet, A Must Have App for the IPhone!
PetVet is a must have app for the iPhone. This app is designed for dogs and cats, and lists problems that each can have. It even covers things like what happens if your dog eats chocolate. You can also tap … Continue reading
Fresh New Savings From Buy.com
We have a few more savings from Buy.com. First up are two desktop computers from HP. HP Pavilion Elite M9500F Desktop Processor: 2.4GHz Phenom-9750(A) Ram: 8GB DDR2 Hard drive: 750GB SATA 3G Optical Drive: DVD+/-R/RW Video: GeForce 9500 GS Removable … Continue reading
Buy.com Special Deals!
Buy.com has the following special deals on the following hardware. Cavalry Storage CAUM Series 1TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive – Pre-formatted to NTFS FREE BUDGET SHIPPING List price: $239.00 SAVE $149.01 Buy.com price: $89.99 *Expires 8/10/09 Cavalry Storage … Continue reading
iPhone Hub
I’ve just posted a page that I hope will help you find the resources that you need to make the most out of the iPhone and Voiceover! I hope to update the page often, so please let me know of … Continue reading
Used Voicenote QT $1025!
We are offering a used VoiceNote QT for $1025. This price includes shipping to the United States. Information about this voiceNote QT: • There are one or two scratches on the bottom right side of the keyboard. These scratches do … Continue reading
Preorder Windows 7!
Now that computer manufactures have been given Windows 7, I thought I’d remind everyone that it is possible to preorder Windows 7! Preordering will allow you to have the DVD in your hands on October 22 of this year. No … Continue reading
Easy Protection with Microsoft Security Essentials
I just wanted to make a quick note about the new beta of Microsoft Security Essentials. I’ve only had it running for a short period of time. However, the program is very accessible to screen reading technology. The nice thing … Continue reading
Fix Problems with One Click
Have you ever had a problem on your computer? Of course what a rhetorical question. Microsoft is trying to automate fixing common problems in Windows. When you visit the Microsoft Automated Troubleshooting Services web site. You will see a list … Continue reading
WolfRam alpha Ready for Everyone!
sorry I’m a bit late on this one. But, WolfRamAlpha.com is ready to go! The first search box allows you to type in questions like why is the sky blue? you can also type in your first or last name … Continue reading
WolfRam Alpha to be Released tonight!
This revolutionary new query technology will be released tonight at about 7:00 Eastern. This is three days ahead of schedule! In the mean time, have fun checking out the demo here! Tweet This Post Facebook
WolfRam: Intelligent searching for everyone!
Thanks to The Independant, we have a glimps into the future of information gathering via the web. This is great stuff, and I can’t wait to use it! The new system, Wolfram Alpha, showcased at Harvard University in the US … Continue reading
Windows 7 Troubleshooters
Windows 7 now has a new section within the control panel. This section is called “Troubleshooting”. The great thing about this is that it really does what it sounds like. Helps you troubleshoot common problems on the computer, without needing … Continue reading
Windows 7 and volume Control
In Windows XP, the volume control mute buttons were simple check boxes. Checked indicated that a sound source was muted. Windows Vista’s mute buttons had a graphical component that made it difficult to check to see if something was muted. … Continue reading
Windows 7: Thoughts from a blind Access Technology Early Adopter
Hello everyone. I just wanted to let everyone know that I plan to do a few posts on Windows 7. Before I do, I’d like to know what you would like to know about? Gaming, application accessibility, ease of use, … Continue reading
Feature List For System Access 3.0!
I’ve been given the go ahead to post the what’s new info for System Access 3.0! This was taken from one of the forums within the SA Mobile network. Enjoy! System Access 3.0 Feature List I. Support For 64 Bit … Continue reading
Live Mesh: What is it?
I wanted to write briefly about a technology that Microsoft is currently beta testing called Live Mesh, or just Mesh for short. What is it you ask? Well, picture the ultimate synchronization tool that once implemented, you can forget about … Continue reading
Freedom Scientific introduces Remote Support Options for Jaws
Freedom Scientific just spilled the beans on the big secret they alluded to in the August FSCast. It is called Jaws Tandem. The big news is that Jaws users can now help friends or co-workers with computer problems by connecting … Continue reading
Discussion of What’s New in Jaws 10.0!
Discussion of what’s new in Jaws 10.0! I wanted to provide a discussion of what I thought of the new features introduced into Jaws 10.0. If you want to get this all right from the horse’s mouth, just go … Continue reading
Software Patents
Just for your additional information on the FS Verses GwMicro case, the blind confidential blog has a good write-up on how FS could have a legal, if possibly unethical case for the lawsuit against GwMicro. You can read the post … Continue reading
Update to the FS Verses GWMicro Lawsuit
If you want a good heads-up overview of what exactly Freedom Scientific is suing GwMicro for check out the Blind Access Journal Blog. I do believe that this could have far-reaching consequences for the blind community if successful! Why Freedom … Continue reading
What do you do when your competition just may have a superior product?
Some companies try to actually compete for business and market share! May the best product for the customer win! What an innovative idea? Unfortunately, for all of us, some companies have a history of suing the competition. I guess the … Continue reading