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JAWS and Multi-Line Braille: Expanding the Way We Read

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We’re excited to announce a major development in screen readers. JAWS will soon support multi-line Braille solutions, thanks to close collaboration with several partners and Braille device manufacturers. This advance will offer users with supported Braille displays a new and enhanced way to read and interact with text on their computers. With JAWS’ upcoming multi-line …

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How to Choose the Right JAWS, Fusion, or ZoomText Software Edition and License

Choosing the right Edition and License option can make a big difference in your JAWS®, ZoomText®, or Fusion™ software experience. Whether you’re a professional, a home user, or an organization providing assistive technology to your team, we offer flexible licensing options that fit your needs, environment, and budget.  Let’s review the key differences and help …

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February is AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month

February is recognized as both Low Vision Awareness Month and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month; bringing focus to the significant impact vision impairment can have on individuals, as well as the resources and tools available to enhance their quality of life. Understanding Low Vision and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Low vision is a vision …

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The March Update to Fusion Suite 2024 is Here!

The March updates to Fusion Suite 2024 are now available, bringing innovative enhancements and powerful, unprecedented functionality. Fusion Suite refers to the Freedom Scientific software products JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. Visit the What’s New pages for JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion 2024 to learn more about this exciting new software. Enhancements you’ll want to begin using …

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Download New Software Builds to Improve Accessibility in Chrome Beta and Visual Studio Code

Do you use the Beta version of Google Chrome? Do you use Visual Studio Code? Read on. There are two separate issues facing users regarding a change in the Google Chrome Beta release and Visual Studio Code. Both issues impact few users but are significant. If you are not using the Beta version of Chrome …

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Celebrate Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month

As February comes to a close, we want to recognize Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month. The American Academy of Ophthalmology reports nearly 2.1 million Americans age 50 and over are diagnosed with late stage AMD, which can lead to acute visual impairment. This makes it a leading cause of vision loss …

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