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Using AI to Remember the First Blind Bargains Weekly Podcast



The first Blind Bargains podcast was more than nine years ago, back when Window-Eyes 9 was released and Be my Eyes was a brand new app. Technology as come a long way since then, and now we are able to take a look back using AI tools.

Remembering Access Technology Pioneer David Holladay



David Holladay, the cofounder of Raised Dot Computing, and a longtime employee and supporter of Duxbury Systems, has died.
David's impact can be felt both in the early development of talking software for Apple II computers and in his relentless drive to provide the best braille software.
Here is the transcript of an in-depth interview from the Legends and Pioneers of Blindness Assistive Technology series from 2003.

Listen to the Let's Go Shopping Event and Support Blind-owned Small Businesses



A. T. Guys was one of the many vendors in this year's Let's GO Shopping event, a holiday shopping spetacular supporting blind-owned small businesses. If you missed the event or would like to relive the weekend, the audio recordings are below. Each vendor gives a detailed description of the items they sell and also answers questions from listeners.

Let's Go Shopping is Back - your Virtual Mall Crawl is November 3-4



Back just in time for the holidays, Let's Go Shopping is a two-day, virtual mall crawl featuring businesses owned by blind and low vision individuals. We are excited to once again join this dynamic event, November 3 and 4.

First Ever New York Public Library Assistive Technology Conference Seeking Presentation Proposals



A new technology conference is launching in New York City this October, and proposals for presentations are currently being accepted.


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FS: Focus 40 5th Gen used, $1000


this is a focus 40 blue fifth generation that has been slightly used, all cells are working. It will come with a 32 GB micro SD card preinstalled and I’ll ensure the firmware is up-to-date before shipping. I am also happy to provide support as well as initial training if requested. You can email me privately at willwalsh14@gmail.com. PayPal is preferred with Zelle or Venmo being second and third choices.

OrCam myeye 2 for $3000


Hello, This OrCam Myeye 2 Bluetooth compatible device was purchased two years ago, still in excellent condition includes all parts, including attachable frames with magnets, magnetic charger instruction, manual, and carry in case. I thought I would get more use out of the device however, my mobility has become more limited, and I would love to see someone be able to use the OrCam to its fullest potential. it would be excellent for working professionals or students as well as anyone who’s blind or low vision. it’s also a excellent fit for those who have to and love to read from various hardcopy books, magazines, articles, newspapers, various documents, street signs and especially your mail. :-) this like new OrCam Myeye 2 Bluetooth, compatible device is a great companion to keeping your finger on the pulse of all of lifes, moving parts. Acceptable forms of payment are Zelle, Venmo, Apple Pay and cash app.

Orbit Reader 40, braille Display, $800


Orbit 40 in excellent shape, crisp braille, and all buttons working. Comes with magnetic charging, or USB-C port for charging and connection to other devices. Comes in a nylon zipper case. Asking $800, with free shipping. Paypal accepted.

Selling Orion TI 84 Calculator $300, Braille Note Touch $900.


I am selling a never used TI84 Orion talking Graphing calculator for $300 including the flash drive and a charger. I am also selling a Braille Note Touch for $900.00. Does not inclue dshipping. Shipping only in the U.S.

Ultimate Tech Mods is excited to introduce our new service


Do you have a collection of audio cassettes at home filled with cherished memories, but no longer possess a tape player? Look no further, as Ultimate Tech Mods is here to help preserve your precious memories for eternity. At Ultimate Tech Mods, we specialize in converting your audio tapes into digital files. Once your audio is in digital format, you can effortlessly enjoy it on any device, such as a Victor Stream, and safely store it in various locations like Dropbox to ensure they are never lost. So, what's holding you back? Send your cassettes to Ultimate Tech Mods and allow us a few weeks to transform them into digital treasures. We offer several convenient options for delivering your converted files. You can choose to receive a download link via email or have the files loaded onto a USB memory stick. If you have other media you'd like us to convert, we're here to help. Our services extend to converting audio CDs into MP3 files or other formats, as well as extracting audio from video files. If you have any additional projects in mind, we'll be more than happy to assist. For inquiries or to initiate the conversion process, please contact us at: Email: retroxpsystems@gmail.com Please note that the tapes you send us must be in working order. Pricing for converting audio tapes: •Price per tape: $5.00 (includes light noise removal and encoding using an MP3 codec). •Return shipping: $10.00 (covers the cost of shipping back all tapes). •Digital download: Free (digital files can be downloaded via a provided email link). •SD memory card: $13.00 (includes shipping for the SD card). •USB memory stick: $15.00 (includes shipping for the USB memory stick). Preserve your audio memories with Ultimate Tech Mods today!

Your Voice Matters: Participate in the NRTC’s Career Mentoring Survey!


Are you blind or have low vision, ages 30 to 65, and have had a career mentor or received career mentorship in the past? We want to hear from you! The NRTC is conducting a study about career mentorship experiences and employment. The survey will take about 10 to 15 minutes to complete and can be conveniently accessed on your computer or mobile device. Click the following link to begin the survey: https://msstate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8vJutErGmc74n6S?Source=13 The study (MSU IRB-24-005) has been reviewed by the Institutional Review Board for the Protection of Human Subjects at Mississippi State University and granted the Exemption Determination.


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