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FSCast #263. Introducing the 2026 software updates, and a potential opportunity to start your own business

Oleg Shevkun October 30, 2025 0

In this episode, Ryan Jones introduces some of the exciting new features in our JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026 updates. Elizabeth Whitaker walks you through creating your Vispero account so you can get the most out of our products, and she also shares a preview of upcoming Vispero training opportunities. Plus, Colleen Wunderlich from the …

What’s New in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026

Elizabeth Whitaker October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 0

JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2026 are now available, bringing powerful new features and functionality designed to increase proficiency and create a more seamless experience. Here’s a look at some of the new features and how they will redefine how you access and interact with information. Vispero Accounts: A New Way to Connect Your Products Beginning …

Employee Spotlight: Justin Fegel’s Story

Shelly Klure October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 0

Our monthly Employee Spotlight series gives you a glimpse behind the scenes and brings you closer to the people behind the products at Vispero. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Justin Fegel, Technical Writer, User Education and Outreach at Vispero. We chatted with Justin to find out how he got started in the accessibility …

Learn How to Use the Microsoft Editor in Word with JAWS

Elizabeth Whitaker October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

Are you looking for tips on refining Word documents? Do you need to navigate the Microsoft Editor more efficiently? Join us Thursday, October 16 at noon Eastern for a live webinar, “Proof Word Documents More Proficiently Using the Microsoft Editor and JAWS.” What We’ll Cover The Microsoft Editor contains proofing features for checking spelling and …

October 2025 Student of the Month

Elizabeth Whitaker October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Freedom Scientific Student of the Month Program features K-12 students living in the U.S. who are blind or visually impaired and use Freedom Scientific technology to achieve educational goals. The Student of the Month for October 2025 is Ollie, a ninth grader from Texas. Ollie began using JAWS and a Focus 40 Braille display …

Blindness Awareness Month: Focus on Education and Accessibility

Shelly Klure October 6, 2025October 6, 2025

Each October, Blindness Awareness Month and World Sight Day (observed on the second Thursday of the month) invite us to reflect on the global impact of vision loss, learn about prevention, and recognize the tools and technologies that empower people who are blind. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 2.2 billion people have near …

Join Us for Our Rescheduled ChatGPT Webinar

Elizabeth Whitaker October 2, 2025

Our AI training webinar, “An Introduction to ChatGPT: Conversations, Creativity, and Clarity,” was originally scheduled for today, October 2 at noon ET. Unfortunately, we were unable to host this webinar due to technical difficulties. Just before the session began, we experienced a glitch that prevented us from sharing both screen content and sound at the …

Join Us for Our October 2025 Training Events

Elizabeth Whitaker October 1, 2025

The Freedom Scientific training team offers ongoing opportunities for you to join us in live training sessions and advance your skills. We’re excited to announce our jam-packed October training schedule, where you’re sure to find something that will help you at work, school, or play. If you have questions or need assistance with registration, email …

FSCast #262. Enhancing Web Accessibility With JAWS Tools, And a Chat With Kristina Misiunaite

Oleg Shevkun September 30, 2025October 11, 2025

This month on FSCast, we show you how to quickly enhance website accessibility using the latest tools in JAWS. Then, we chat with Kristina Misiunaite, a tax policy officer from the Netherlands, to discover why tax law is about more than just money. And finally, Elizabeth Whitaker joins us to preview upcoming webinars from our …

Employee Spotlight: Anthony Priore’s Story

Shelly Klure September 29, 2025September 25, 2025

Our monthly Employee Spotlight series gives you a glimpse behind the scenes and brings you closer to the people behind the products at Vispero. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Anthony Priore, Digital Marketing Manager at Vispero. We chatted with Anthony to learn how he got started in the accessibility field, what product he …