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Screen Readers for Android Phones

Looking for a screen reader for an Android Phone or other device?

Most of us take being able to see everything on our high-resolution Androids for granted. Folks who have a hard time seeing the overload of information that a modern smartphone has to offer will need some assistance. For Android users, two to consider are Google TalkBack and Eyes Free Shell.

Google TalkBack uses vibration, spoken word and other audible feedback to tell users what is on the screen.  It’s easy to install and Google has a TalkBack support page to help users learn how to install and use TalkBack.  AndroidCentral offers a review of TalkBack  at What is GoogleTalkBack?

Eyes-Free Shell is another android app  which is an alternative home screen or launcher for drivers and other people who don’t or can’t look at the screen. It gives blind and visually impaired users a way of interacting with the touch screen to check status information, launch other applications, and direct dial or message a contact.

The app was last updated August 14, 2015 and the current version is 3.5.0  It works on Android 2.1 and up.

Although written in 2010, How Do I Use the Eyes-Free Shell?  provides a useful introduction to  Eyes-Free  Shell and its features.

The Hidden Complications of Fake Service Dogs

Sometimes when Service Dog handlers or Service Dog trainers are out in public, they encounter someone who gushes that their dog would be “just perfect!” for Service Dog work. The primary difficulty with with this wish is that they don’t understand that the right to be accompanied by a fully-trained Service Dog comes with problems and requirements  no rational person would ever want.

Masquerading pets as Service Dogs is not only extremely disrespectful, but also harmful. An article from Anything Pawsable,  discusses this and presents some important points to consider about Service Dog partnership and the Service Dog community.

The Hidden Complications of Fake Service Dogs

This article from Anything Pawsable, an online magazine for Service and Working Dog owners. The intended audience is Service and Working Dog owners and trainers of all levels, for their friends and families — and for the able-bodied community.

Easier Accommodation Process for Students with Disabilities

(2016-06-16)  Expert college advisor Mandee Heller Adler, CEO of International College Counselors, says new system that simplifies and speeds up the ACT application process can benefit students who apply for accommodations due to diagnosed disabilities.

The ACT has taken steps to make it easier for students with diagnosed disabilities to get accommodations on its college-entrance exam. The new “user friendly” system is active this month, according to the ACT.

To read the full article: Easier Accommodation Process for Students with Disabilities 

 

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