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A woman with long, dark wavy hair and black-framed Meta AI glasses walks towards the camera. She is outdoors and is wearing a red, short-sleeved top and a gold pendant necklace, with blurred green foliage in the background.

August 26, 2025 1

Seeing a New Future: How Smart Glasses Are Unlocking Independence For Visually Impaired Individuals

Meta's smart glasses are more than a stylish gadget. Discover their powerful, unexpected role in assistive technology and how they are creating a more inclusive future for everyone. [...]

AI Alt Text Generator after alt text has been generated. Two image cards are shown with populated alt text fields. For 'import_photos_2801.jpg', alt text describes 'four men in smart casual attire.' For 'natural-bridge.jpg', it describes 'a paved walkway lined with stone walls.' 'Regenerate' buttons are visible.

May 27, 2025 0

Enhancing Digital Accessibility: Introducing Our New AI-Powered Alt Text Generator

Try our free AI Alt Text Generator! Create multilingual alt text for up to 50 images, streamline web accessibility, and learn why your human review is crucial. Discover this experimental tool today. [...]

May 18, 2025 0

Easier for Everyone: A Look at Apple’s Upcoming Powerful New Accessibility Features (2025)

Apple announced exciting new accessibility features for 2025! Discover Braille Access, Magnifier for Mac, Accessibility Reader, Live Captions on Apple Watch & more. Learn how they boost independence. [...]

A young student in a yellow sweatshirt, wearing glasses and what appears to be a hearing aid, reaches out to interact with a colorful light display panel while being supported by an adult in a grey sweater. The panel shows multiple colored LED lights creating an engaging sensory experience, and the student's reflection can be seen in the panel. The student appears engaged and fascinated by the interactive light display.

January 2, 2025 0

Perkins School for the Blind Launches Virtual Academy to Bridge Special Education Training Gap

Key points:– Virtual academy launching January 2024– Initial focus on blind/low vision education, [...]

September 22, 2024 0

Engineering Students Participate in EPICS in IEEE Competition to Develop Innovative Accessibility Solutions for Disabled Individuals

Discover innovative accessibility projects from the 2023 EPICS in IEEE Access and Abilities Competition that can change lives for people with disabilities. [...]

Photo of the iconic Natural Bridge at Natural Bridge State Park. The towering limestone arch, surrounded by dense forest, stands majestically over a serene pathway that follows a small stream. Benches are placed along the walkway, offering visitors a peaceful spot to admire the natural wonder and its tranquil environment. The rugged stone wall along the side adds to the rustic charm of the landscape.

September 18, 2024 0

Illinois State University Professor Awarded $1.5 Million NSF Grant to Improve Science Education for Blind and Low-Vision Students

Dr. Natalie L. Shaheen receives over $1.5 million NSF grant to improve science education accessibility for blind and low-vision students. [...]

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Assistive Technology Blog

Vision

Seeing a New Future: How Smart Glasses Are Unlocking Independence For Visually Impaired Individuals

Enhancing Digital Accessibility: Introducing Our New AI-Powered Alt Text Generator

Easier for Everyone: A Look at Apple’s Upcoming Powerful New Accessibility Features (2025)

Perkins School for the Blind Launches Virtual Academy to Bridge Special Education Training Gap

Engineering Students Participate in EPICS in IEEE Competition to Develop Innovative Accessibility Solutions for Disabled Individuals

Natural Bridge State Park Introduces RightHear Accessibility System for Visually Impaired Visitors

British Vogue Pioneers Inclusivity with New Audio and Braille Editions

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London Partners with Guide Dogs to Enhance Accessibility for Visually Impaired Visitors

Be My Eyes App Launches on Windows: Revolutionizing Accessibility for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Illinois State University Professor Awarded $1.5 Million NSF Grant to Improve Science Education for Blind and Low-Vision Students