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Google Docs Voice Typing Lets You Speak Instead of Type

Google Chrome users may be interested in this review from Extreme Tech about Google “Voice Typing.” According to the review:

Voice Typing is different, though; it’s kind of a built-in version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking (for those of you who remember and/or still use that program). Voice Typing works in Chrome on the desktop, as well as the Docs apps for Apple iOS (iPhone and iPad) and Android.

Voice Typing does have some shortcomings and probably won’t replace a full-fledged dictation program like Dragon Naturally Speaking, but it is free, has potential and is certainly worth experimenting with if you are a Chrome user.

Google Docs Voice Typing Lets You Speak Instead of Type

Inspiration Maps

Stuck on how to tackle a complex assignment? Consider brainstorming by mindmapping using Inspiration Maps. Inspiration Maps is an iPad app that allows you to visually organize information. Inspiration Maps makes it easy to create clear mind maps that can help organize information for an essay or for working through a multi-step experiment or project. The app is particularly useful for writing about complicated or complex topics requiring a well planned and well-organized essay.

The app comes with number of great looking templates for all different subject areas. If none of the templates meet your needs you can create your own. Finished maps can be downloaded as a PDF’ or as PNG for use in other apps.

Initially only for the iPad, the app is now also available for the iPhone.

To learn more about the Inspiration Map app, Brian Meersma of the Assistive Technology Blog, has written two informative posts about the app.

Inspiration Maps for iPad: Mind Mapping on the iPad

Inspiration Maps Updated with iPhone Support and More

Wheelmap App Makes the World More Wheelchair Friendly

The world is tough place to navigate in a wheelchair. But finding ramps and elevators can be easier thanks to this handy map app that anyone can edit.

It’s called Wheelmap, and it tells you the accessibility status of public places all over the world. It’s free and grades locations in a traffic light-style, red-yellow-green scale of wheelchair accessibility. Developed by German nonprofit SOZIALHELDEN e.V., it’s now celebrating five years since launch. Since 2010, users have added nearly half a million entries across the globe.

To read the full post, visit: This Massive, Open Source Map Makes the World More Wheelchair Friendly