Congrats to our giveaway winner, Nefertiti Matos! Thanks to everyone who entered for a chance to win Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses or 200 minutes with Aira by using our secure Visual Interpreting at one of our banking Access Network partners—like Chase, Bank of America, and TD Bank. Explore the full list of partners here: aira.io/our-partners.

Missed out? Don’t worry—our next giveaway launches just in time for convention season! Stay tuned. #AccessibleTech #TechForAll #InclusionMatters #AccessForEveryone

Big news for #GAAD2025! Accessible online shopping is now built into the Be My Eyes app, thanks to our collab with InnoSearch AI.

Shop products, book travel, earn 2% cash back.

No fees, no barriers. Just tap + shop!

https://www.bemyeyes.com/news/be-my-eyes-to-provide-in-app-accessible-shopping/

Mr. Grieves thought Innosearch AI was just another Amazon alternative—until it completely changed how he shops.

“I originally thought this was just an Amazon thing but the more I use it, the more I like it…”

From frustrating sites to finding the exact product (not even on Amazon!), Innosearch made it easy.

Thanks, Mr. Grieves!

Try it now: https://innosearch.ai

#InnosearchAI #SmarterShopping #TechThatEmpowers

FlowSense is changing the game for blind women. Finally, a period tracker that works without barriers! #MenstrualHealth #AccessibleTech #Empowerment

Looking for a compact microphone recommendation for my mini PC! I'm tired of plugging in my headphones or webcam every time I need a mic. Ideally, it should be small enough to fit on my desk and have an accessible interface for a blind user. Any suggestions? Thanks!

@mastoblind @main

Hello, caneandable.social! I'm Lanie, a 33-year-old #Christian woman from Pipe Creek, TX. I'm #aroace, #TotallyBlind, #ActuallyAutistic, and living with multiple #ChronicIllnesses. I've just moved over from tweesecake.social, so I'm excited to meet new people and reconnect with familiar faces!

A bit about me:
- I live with my mom and stepdad, who are my caregivers
- I have a Miniature Pinscher named Squeaker
- Currently studying programming on freeCodeCamp.org and codecademy.com and Braille proofreading through the NFB
- I work as a usability tester and aspire to become an #accessibility consultant
- My goal is to create a nonprofit for people with multiple #disabilities

My interests include:
- #Gaming (especially accessible games like incremental/idle games, word games, puzzles, RPGs, roguelikes, and MUDs)
- #Technology and #Cybersecurity
- #RareDiseases and #DisabilityRights
- Reading (sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, mysteries, and nonfiction)
- Swimming
- Gardening (planning to start soon!)

I'm passionate about #accessibility and creating a more inclusive digital world. I run online groups for people with multiple disabilities and am active in the #DisabilityCommunity.

Some of my #health conditions include occipital neuralgia, intracranial hypertension, Empty Sella Syndrome, fibromyalgia, hidradenitis suppurativa, GERD, gastroparesis, IBS, sleep apnea, migraines, and non-24-hour sleep-wake disorder.

I use various devices to navigate the digital world, including a Windows computer, iPhone, Android tablet, Fire TV, Echo Dot, Apple Watch, wireless headphones, and a Braille display. #AssistiveTechnology

I'm always eager to connect with others who share similar experiences or interests. Feel free to reach out, especially if you're into #AccessibleTech, #DisabilityAdvocacy, or if you just want to chat about books, games, or life with multiple disabilities!

Hands-Free Assistance with Aira & Meta Ray-Bans!

Check out Carrie on Accessibility demonstrating how easy it is to use Aira with the new Meta Ray-Bans. Now, all Meta Ray-Bans users can connect directly with Aira's professional Visual Interpreters through this integration. You can connect through the new "Customize Call" option. Follow these steps from your updated Aira app to get started:

1. On the Home page, select the new “Customize Call” button, then select the "Meta Ray Bans" option.
2. Your Visual Interpreter will initiate a call through Whatsapp. Simply select "join" to transition the call.
3. Double tap the button on your glasses near your temple to transition the camera view to your Meta Ray-Bans.

Want even smoother integration? Advocate and let @meta know you want #HeyMetaCallAira.

Learn more at our blog: aira.io/meta-ray-bans-public-beta-open-to-all/

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6lwkJctnRY

Aira’s Meta Ray-Bans Beta Open to All!
Now live for everyone with Meta Ray-Bans! You can connect with Aira's professional Visual Interpreters seamlessly through the new "Customize Call" option. Follow these steps to get started:
1. Ensure your Aira Explorer app is up to date.
2. On the Home page, select “Meta Ray-Bans” under the new “Customize Call” option, located below the “Call an Aira agent” button.

Get hands-free assistance with Aira and Meta Ray-Bans today! Want even more features? Advocate for deeper integration and let @meta know you want #HeyMetaCallAira.

Learn more at our blog: aira.io/meta-ray-bans-public-beta-open-to-all/

Need help?
- Email: support@aira.io
- Phone: 1-800-835-1934

Aira X Meta Ray-Bans Beta: Over 75% of Waitlist Now Live!

Over 3/4 of our waitlist now has access to Aira’s professional Visual Interpreting via the Meta Ray-Bans smart glasses! Audio and video are working smoothly, but imagine how much more powerful these smart glasses could be with deeper Meta integration. That’s where we need your help!

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join for Aira early access:
- Open the Aira app
- Go to “More”
- Tap “Smart Glasses”
- Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To unlock the full potential of hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Check out our blog for resources, launch details, and a link to our video overview on YouTube:

https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/

"I'm thrilled about this!" - Explorer Konnie E. shares her experience using Aira with the Meta Ray Bans! (jump to 5:42 for the start of the call) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7prEFEI3mwI

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join the waitlist:

Open the Aira app | Go to “More” | Tap “Smart Glasses”

Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To fully unlock hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Share a Testimonial: Submit a positive review for Aira to feature on social media (with your permission).

Advocate to Meta: Open the Meta View App | Go to Settings → Help & Support → Submit a Report | Select Feature Request and share your thoughts!

Need help or have feedback? Email support@aira.io or call 1-800-835-1934.

For resources, launch details, and a video overview, visit our blog: http://aira.io/ray-bans-beta

Aira X Meta Ray-Bans Beta: Over 50% of Waitlist Now Live!

Over half of our waitlist now has access to Aira’s professional Visual Interpreting via the Meta Ray-Bans smart glasses! Audio and video are working smoothly, but imagine how much more powerful these smart glasses could be with deeper Meta integration. That’s where we need your help!

If you already have Meta Ray-Bans, it’s not too late to join for Aira early access:
- Open the Aira app
- Go to “More”
- Tap “Smart Glasses”
- Select “Meta Ray-Bans” and complete the form

Your Voice Matters!
To unlock the full potential of hands-free professional visual interpreting, we need your advocacy for better integration with Meta.

Check out our blog for resources, launch details, and a link to our video overview on YouTube:

https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/

Event Recording - Aira’s Meta Ray Bans Beta Launch!

At Aira, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation in wearable tech! We're excited to announce the beta launch of our Meta Ray-Bans integration, taking hands-free visual interpreting to the next level. This is just the beginning—learn everything you need to know about our current workaround with Meta Ray-Bans, how it works, and how you can advocate for a more seamless integration. Don’t miss out on the full event recording and detailed blog post for all the updates!

Watch the full event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQj79ccBB3c

Read the blog recap: https://aira.io/ray-bans-beta/
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Discover 3 simple steps to make your Excel spreadsheets more accessible for everyone. Small changes, big impact! Read more to learn how.
https://www.bbeb.com/post/102jjck/3-steps-to-improve-excel-spreadsheet-accessibility
#ExcelAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusion #AccessibleTech

Aira on Tek Talk | Today, 08/12, 8:00pm EST

Aira's Everette Bacon, VP of Blindness Initiatives, and Jenine Stanley, Director of Customer Success and Engagement, are being featured on today's Accessible World's Tek Talk!

They’ll be diving deep into some of Aira’s newest and most innovative features, including our free AI image description tool, free minutes through the Build AI project, and even a sneak peek into our smart glasses testing pilot. Plus, they’ll share tips, pricing info, and details about upcoming contests. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the experts!

Monday, August 12, 2024, from 8-9 p.m. EST
Join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/839935813?pwd=eXFMRHpxNnhFZlRiMHAzRWNWYXM3Zz09#success

Can’t make it? No worries! Tek Talk Programs are now available on ACB Media 1. Head over to https://www.acbmedia.org/ for an archived video library.
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Aira on Tek Talk | 08/12, 8:00pm EST

Aira's Everette Bacon, VP of Blindness Initiatives, and Jenine Stanley, Director of Customer Success and Engagement, are being featured on the upcoming episode of Accessible World's Tek Talk!

They’ll be diving deep into some of Aira’s newest and most innovative features, including our free AI image description tool, free minutes through the Build AI project, and even a sneak peek into our smart glasses testing pilot. Plus, they’ll share tips, pricing info, and details about upcoming contests. Don’t miss this chance to hear from the experts!

Monday, August 12, 2024, from 8-9 p.m. EST
Join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/839935813?pwd=eXFMRHpxNnhFZlRiMHAzRWNWYXM3Zz09

Can’t make it? No worries! Tek Talk Programs are now available on ACB Media 1. Head over to https://www.acbmedia.org/ for more info.
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#TechTipThursday for vision impaired friends! Let's create a helpful space to discuss #AccessibleTech. What interests you most?
- JAWS shortcuts
- Magnification tips
- Mainstream/specialised tech hacks

Share your thoughts! Together, let's make tech more accessible for all. #InclusiveTech #VI #Accessibility

GyroGlove Redefines Stabilising Hand Tremors https://www.bbeb.com/post/102ixou/gyroglove-redefines-stabilising-hand-tremors #CES2024 #AccessibleTech #InclusiveTech #Parkinsons

Hey #ux or #interfaceDesign folks, is there ever a good reason to make a password field unpasteable? Even if you don’t like things like automated password filling and want to try to block password managers, I can’t not paste them from somewhere else. My memory isn’t great and so pasting in passwords is the #accessibility feature I use so that I can have secure passwords that are different for each site. It’s always jarring to have to copy it out by hand, often feels like a janky experience

How to use #hashtag

1. Type #

2. Do not put a space between # and the word.

3. Do not use special characters.

4. Use Capital Letter For First Alphabet of Every Word.

> this helps distinguish when the word has ended. Otherwise it can be very confusing.

Eg. #penismightierthansword v. #PenIsMightierThanSword.

> it also helps #ScreenReader users read the words properly.

5. Do not put gaps between words.

What did I miss?

#AccessIsLove
#AccessibleTech