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The monthly magazine about technology for blind and partially sighted people. This magazine is for you whether you are just getting started with IT or are an experienced user.
The magazine is packed with articles about new services, the latest software, internet developments and what’s happening with digital TV.
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In this issue - April 2008
- HumanWare expands GPS product line with new Trekker Breeze
- On patrol with Ranger1138
- Non-profit organization launched to bring free accessibility worldwide
- New benefit for BCAB members
- New Google guide
- Fred's head talks blogs, RSS feeds and links
- Dolphin releases 9.01 for SuperNova, Hal, Lunar and LunarPlus
- EasyConverter 3.01 released
- GW Micro announces the Braille Sense Plus
- Braille Sense firmware upgrade
- Recent additions to Tek Talk archive
- Thunder wins award
- Jaws and WindowEyes keystrokes for Flash and PDF
- Setting up an accessible home audio network
- Surfing into the future: An introduction to Web 2.0.
From the cutting room floor
Articles we just didn't have space for this time!
New additions to AccessWatch database
Accessibility reviews of Kaspersky Antivirus version 2007, Spyware Terminator version 2.1 and AVG Antivirus version 7.5 have been added to the AccessWatch database. You can also subscribe to the AccessWatch RSS feed, by pasting http://accesswatch.wordpress.com/feed into your feed reader.
Zen Stone now available with speaker
The Zen Stone MP3 player is now available with a built-in speaker. Available from Creative as a 2GB (with screen) or a 1GB (without screen) version. Both support MP3 and WMA formats. The 1GB version is available from Creative for £24.99, while the 2GB version costs £29.99.
T&T re-launches blog and podcast
T&T Consultancy's blog and podcast have been re-launched. The company makes J-Say, J-Tunes, J-Biz and J-Days.
SystemSuite 8 accessibility blogged
We learn from the Top Tech Tidbits for Thursday that blogger Wes Derby has been sufficiently impressed by the accessibility and effectiveness of the security package SystemSuite 8 from AvanQuest that he has become an affiliate for the program. He has written a blog posting discussing his experiences with SystemSuite 8.
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Last updated: 28/04/2008 15:32
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