Category: Technology

Global Accessibility Reporting Initiative

Sooner or later, everyone will develop at least some limitations in vision, hearing, dexterity or learning.

“Run by the Mobile Manufacturer’s Forum, the Global Accessibility Reporting Initiative is a project designed to help consumers learn more about the accessibility features of mobile devices and to help them identify devices with the features that may assist them with their particular needs.” Consumers can learn about features for Hearing, Vision, Speech, Dexterity, and Cognition needs and identify through an interactive  process, the phone, tablet, or mobile app that is best for them.

 Visit the GARI website to learn more or to find the device with the accessibility features that work best for you.

Global Accessibility Reporting Initiative

Big Launcher for Android

Described as a fast and simple Android interface for seniors and people with vision problems, BIG Launcher makes the smartphone suitable for seniors, children, and people with eye diseases, motor problems or the legally blind. Visually impaired and technically challenged users can use the simple and easy-to-read interface with ease. There is no fear of making a mistake and losing everything with stress-free navigation.

The Big Launcher replaces the user interface of any phone or tablet with Android 2.1 or higher. It is designed in consideration with seniors and the visually impaired to provide maximum readability and easy use. Users choose the desired features and pick a theme. The app also features the SOS button which can be used to summon help. Password protection is also available.

Features include:

  • Enlarged icons
  • Easy to use phone
  • Well-arranged call history
  • Big font SMS editor
  • Full screen notifications
  • Quickly run all your apps
  • Hide unwanted apps
  • 100% accessible

Current price: $10.00

This app requires a permission to read the phone status and identity because of the SMS/MMS functions. For more information about required permissions, please see http://j.mp/BLperm

 

 

 

AudioNote – Notepad and Voice Recorder

AudioNote  note-taking software that combines the functionality of note-taking and voice recording apps  that saves users time while improving the quality of notes. It is free and available for Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone, and iPad. Features include:

  • Text or handwritten notes.
  • Record meetings, conferences, interviews, and memos.
  • Share notes with key stakeholders or classmates.
  • Automatic audio amp for recording in large classrooms.
  • Highlight notes during playback.
  • Import lecture slides as background†††
  • Automatic audio amp for recording in large classrooms
  • Highlighter for key terms

†††Feature is  not available on iPhone, iPod Touch, or Android phones

Visit AudioNote – Notepad and Voice Recorder to download the version of choice (Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone,  and iPad) view screen shots,  and to access the user guide.