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A free patch has been released for the Hims Blaze EZ Multiplayer, enabling direct downloading of NLS BARD titles. Still numbered as version 1.10, this release also includes improvements to the update process and the built-in web radio support. We've linked to the download page and included the release announcement below.

Blastbay Studios, makers of the Q9 action game, and VGStorm, makers of Paladin of the Sky, have teamed up to release the new Windows audio game Psycho Strike. According to the description, "Psycho Strike is a mix between an RPG, a first person shooter and an adventure game. It captures the best parts of each genre in order to create a truly unique and groundbreaking gaming experience. In Psycho Strike, you take the roll of a gangster leader. Throughout your adventure you will have the opportunity to collect weapons, recruit new criminals for your team of violent outlaws, collect more and more powerful items to fortify your base, and just terrorize the city in general."
A demo version is now available with the game retailing for $24.95. Check the link on this post for more info.

If you're lucky enough to have received your Baum VarioUltra, a free firmware has been released with some minor improvements. Version 1.2 includes a "Master Switch" mode to quickly jump between contracted and computer braille and also returns more quickly from suspend. Here's a link to the complete release notes. Check the link on this post to download the update.

The Android TalkBack team has rolled out a significant beta release to Android's default screen reader. The first beta of TalkBack 4.2 offers the ability to customize gestures and keyboard shortcuts, a built-in screen dimming feature, and various other improvements and bug fixes. To get the beta, you must opt-in to the beta test group and be a member of the Eyes-free Android list from an account also linked to your device. Here's the complete changelog, as posted by Google's Kristian Monsen:

• More gesture customization available. All gestures can now be customized with all actions. .
• Assignable keyboard shortcuts.
• Option to suspend and resume TalkBack by long pressing both volume buttons. This must be enabled in TalkBack settings.
• Optional new local and global context menus. These can be shown as a regular Android list, the default is the circle style in this release.
• Optional screen dimming. If enabled the screen brightness will be reduced to almost zero when TalkBack is on and not suspended. The first three minutes after screen dimming is enabled it can be turned off by quickly pressing both volume button three times. During this time there are instructions on the screen on how to disable screen dimming for users who are not familiar with TalkBack.
  All new features are opt in for this release.
  Minor fixes:
• Sliders, or SeekBars, can now be controlled with the volume keys like EditText.
• EditText movement with volume control has been improved. Volume keys will now move cursor in EditText if it either has accessibility focus or if it has input focus and there is no accessibility focus on the screen.
• Checkboxes in preferences should now announce the correct value on Android L.
• Autoscrolling have been tweaked and will not mostly scroll lists.

GiftCardMall via eBay Daily Deals offers a $50 iTunes gift card for $40 shipped. Use the discounted credit to save 20% on iOS apps, music, movies, books and anything else Apple sells in its digital media stores. Each card will be shipped via USPS (with tracking) so you ll have the opportunity to easily gift it or keep it for yourself.

1-800-Flowers cuts 20% off orders of $49.99 or more via coupon code MTHR49. Shipping starts at $14.99. Item availability may vary by ZIP code. Coupon expires April 26. Click the provided link to see what's included in this sale.

1-800-Flowers cuts up to 40% off a selection of Mother's Day flowers and gifts, with prices starting from $19.99. Alternatively, take 20% off select orders of $49.99 or more via coupon code MTHR49. (The coupon will not stack with already-discounted items.) Shipping starts at $14.99. Item availability may vary by ZIP code. Some exclusions apply. Deal Ends May 10.

Garage Cell via eBay offers the refurbished Unlocked Apple iPhone 5 64GB GSM Smartphone in Black, model no. MD662X/A, for $239.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for a 64GB iPhone 5 GSM phone.

The Microsoft Store cuts up to $401 off a selection of laptops, tablets, and desktop PCs during its Spring PC Sale. Plus, all orders qualify for free shipping. There are several products to choose from, click the provided link and choose the system that's right for you.

Amazon offers its Unlocked Amazon Fire 32GB Smartphone bundled with a One-Year Amazon Prime Membership for $189 with free shipping. That's a savings of $359 and the lowest total price we've seen. This accessible GSM phone features a 4.7 inch 1280x720 touchscreen LCD, Snapdragon 800 2.2GHz quad-core processor, 2GB RAM, 32GB internal storage, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 3.0, 13-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2.1-megapixel front-facing camera, 1080p HD video recording at 30 fps, dual stereo speakers with Dolby Digital Plus audio processing, and Fire OS 3.6.8 (a heavily-modified version of Android OS).

ANTOnline via eBay offers the 4.8-lb. HP 250 G3 Intel Haswell Core i3 1.7GHz 15.6 Inch Laptop, model no. M5G69UT#ABA, for $299.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $60. Features include an Intel Core i3-4005U 1.7GHz Haswell dual-core processor, 15.6 inch 1366x768 LED-backlit LCD, 4GB RAM, 500GB hard drive, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 3-cell battery, HDMI, and Windows 8.1 64-bit.

BuyDig via eBay offers the refurbished Dell Venue 11 Pro 7000 Intel Haswell Core i5 1.5GHz 10.8 Inch 1080p Tablet for $329.99 with free shipping. That's $255 below our last mention of a new model and the lowest total price we could find for this tablet. (It's also a current low for a refurb by $77.) It features an Intel Haswell Core i5-4210Y 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 10.8 inch 1920x1080 (1080p) touchscreen LCD, 4GB RAM, 128GB SSD, 802.11n wireless, webcam, USB 3.0, HDMI, Bluetooth, 4-cell battery, and Windows 8.1 64-bit. Deal ends April 30.

Newegg via eBay offers the Seagate 5TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, model no. STBV5000100, for $119.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $9. It features a data transfer rate of up to 640MB/s. Deal ends April 27.

Aukey Direct via Amazon offers the Aukey Wireless A2DP Stereo Bluetooth 4.0 Headset, model no. EP-B3, for $19.99. Coupon code YIRE5V85 cuts it to $15.99. Plus, Prime members receive free shipping. (Non-members can spend $35 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping costs $6.01.) That's $24 off list and the lowest total price we could find. It features active noise cancellation and can connect with up to two devices at once.

Quick Ship Electronics via eBay offers the open-box Apple iPad Air 32GB WiFi Tablet with Retina Display in White/Silver, model no. MD789LL/A, for $289.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for a 32GB iPad Air. (It's currently $114 below the lowest total price we could find for a new one.) Deal ends April 27.

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Newegg via eBay offers the Seagate 1.5TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive, model no. STBX1500401, for $49.99 with free shipping. That's a current low by $17, and the lowest total price we've seen. It runs at 5400 rpm.

Just in time for Mother's Day and Father's Day, As one of its daily deals, Amazon cuts up to 50% off a selection of Remington men's and women's hair tools and shaving products, with prices starting from $15.99. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, Prime members bag free shipping. (Non-members can spend $35 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping starts at $5.48.) Click the provided link to see everything on sale! Deal ends today.

As one of their daily deals, ChampionUSA.com (Hanesbrands Inc.) offers Free shipping on any order. This is the best offer we've ever seen for free shipping from this site. Deal includes standard shipping only.

Another television network is piloting audio described content online, this time in Australia. ABC, no not that ABC, but the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, plans to post up to 14 hours of programming per week on its iview streaming platform. Programs will initially be available on its iPhone and ipad apps, with expansions to Android devices, computers, and high-definition televisions planned during the 15 month pilot project. You can learn more from Media Access Australia.