News from the cutting edge of assistive technology
On this episode, we get a full Sharkvember overview from Elizabeth Whitiker. Then, We talk athletics and technology with a US Paralympian athlete Kyle Coon. and we round it all up discussing how to help a newly blind individual with mastering access technology, with writers and trainers Chris and Kim Nova.
Read More FSCast #250. On Sports, Paralympics And Access TechnologyDo you use Microsoft Teams at work or school? Need tips on accessing files in Teams using JAWS? Join us on Thursday, October 17 at noon Eastern time for a live webinar, “Manage Files in MS Teams with JAWS.” What We’ll Cover We’ll provide an overview of the Files pane in Teams, plus show you …
Read More Learn How to Manage Files in MS Teams with JAWSThe 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 2024 is Daisy, a junior from Nebraska. Daisy is both hearing and visually impaired. She uses Freedom Scientific …
Read More October 2024 Student of the MonthDon’t miss your opportunity to submit your ideas to the Next Big Thing contest and help shape the future of JAWS and ZoomText. What’s more, your creativity could net you a $1,000 Amazon gift card. Submit a three minute video explaining your software ideas by October 16 at midnight Eastern time. No idea is too …
Read More Submit Your Ideas to the Next Big Thing Contest for Your Chance at a $1,000 PrizeThe 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 …
Read More Join Us for Our October 2024 Training EventsWe are excited to announce the judges for the first round of The Next Big Thing contest, where you can help shape the future of JAWS and ZoomText. Submit a three-minute video outlining your feature ideas by October 16 to make your voice heard. Visit the Next Big Thing page for all the details. Meet …
Read More Meet the Next Big Thing JudgesOn this episode: find out about some of the new features in JAWS, ZoomText and Fusion 2024 updates. Get introduced to Roxana Fischer. Hear about our 2025 Public Betas from Mohammed Laachir. And finally, after two years, re-visit with Eric Damery.
Read More FSCast 249. Product updates, public Betas and a visit with Eric DameryWould you like a sneak peek at JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2025 before they are released? Download Public Beta 1 to take part in our development process and provide valuable feedback to Freedom Scientific. What Is Fusion Suite Public Beta 1? Fusion Suite refers to three Freedom Scientific software products—JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. Beta software …
Read More Fusion Suite 2025 Public Beta 1 is AvailableDo you use Google Drive to store files? Need tips on navigating and accessing your saved content? Join us Thursday, September 19 at noon ET for a live webinar, “Navigate and Manage Google Drive with JAWS.” About Google Drive Google Drive is a cloud-based storage service that allows you to store and access files online. …
Read More Navigate and Manage Google Drive with JAWSJoin us again this November for Sharkvember, an event-filled month-long celebration of accessibility, creativity, and community. Take part in our exciting events, which include: Visit the Sharkvember home page for all the event details, and keep reading to learn how you can take part in our contest (open to residents of the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, …
Read More Sharkvember Is Back, Along with Your Chance to Win a $1,000 Prize!