Expert Resources: blind


These are the items that relate to blind found on the AbilityNet website. They may be factsheets, webinars, news stories, blog posts or reports.

  • Blind and roaming in Las Vegas? Get a Lyft!

    Robin.Christopherson | 23 Jul 2019
    That was supposed to be a twist on 'Fear and loathing in Las Vegas' - that famous novel from 1971. Let's swiftly accelerate away from that reference by jumping into a fully autonomous vehicle outside our hotel and heading for the strip. Oh, and don't forget to fold up your white cane (or, in my...

  • Easy emojis for the blind with free Mac utility Rocket

    Robin.Christopherson | 17 Jul 2019
    Just because you're blind doesn't mean that, on this World Emoji Day, those expressive and oh-so ubiqutous emojis aren't for you. The problem for visually impaired texters and tweeters, however, is easily finding the one you want before frustration sets in and you give up and fall back on the good...

  • How Be My Eyes used the Tech4Good Accessibility Award to grow its vision

    Anonymous | 02 May 2019
    The amazing Be My Eyes was the winner of Tech4Good Accessibility Award in 2018, following in the footsteps of previous winners such as Bristol Braille and Barclays Bank. It's is

  • An introduction to screen readers

    Andrew.Manson | 25 Feb 2019
    A screen reader allows people who are blind or visually impaired to use their computer. This factsheet provides an overview of the main screen readers available for people to use with their computer or mobile devices. It has been written to help people determine which is the most appropriate for...

  • Two amazing ways that blind people can borrow other people's eyes

    Robin.Christopherson | 25 Feb 2019
    Blind and partially sighted people can now use their smartphone to benefit from someone else's eyesight. Robin Christopherson takes a look at two great examples of this life-changing tech.

  • New free app uses Apple's ARKit to help the blind find the way

    Robin.Christopherson | 11 Feb 2019
    A recent (and very misguided) craze was to blindfold oneself and try to undertake tasks that would normally only ever be done with your eyes wide open. The app we're taking a look at below is in no way an invitation to navigate your surroundings 'eyes-free' but, for those who are well-used to the...

  • Eye-opening blind mobility service Right-Hear is coming, er, right here (to the UK)

    Robin.Christopherson | 30 Aug 2018
    Based upon an award-winning blind mobility and orientation system, Right-Hear is a service that is about to boost the confidence and choices of blind people out and about – well, actually indoors - in the UK.

  • New 'Harry app' will help blind people know when their bus is approaching

    Claudia.Cahalane | 03 Nov 2016
    A new smartphone app which lets people with sight loss know when their bus, or bus stop, is approaching, is to be piloted by developers at University College London. It was conceived at a Barclays' Maker Change event at London's Makerversity in Somerset House.

  • 6 steps to be an accessible video

    Sophie.Shearer | 26 Oct 2016
    More people are making their own video content, but it often isn't fully accessible. Check out our simple guide for advice on making sure your videos can be enjoyed by a bigger audience. Ideally, also test your film with people who have a range of abilities.

  • Wayfindr creates a new way for blind people to navigate

    Claudia.Cahalane | 05 Oct 2016
    Wayfindr is winner of our AbilityNet Tech4Good Accessibility Award 2016. We interview marketing manager, Katherine Payne to find out how the technology was created and when we can expect to see it available for people with sight loss and other abilities and disabilities.