Access IT magazine

Access IT is the monthly magazine about technology for blind and partially sighted people. You will find it useful whether you are just getting started with IT or are an experienced user. It is packed with articles about new services, the latest software, internet developments and what's happening with digital TV.

Available monthly on subscription in braille and electronically and costs 71p per issue. To order Access IT contact RNIB on 0303 123 9999 or email shop@rnib.org.uk

To contact us about the content of Access IT email editorial@rnib.org.uk or write to us in braille or print to:

RNIB Editorial Department
PO Box 173
Peterborough
PE2 6WS

In this issue - June 2013

  • New Victor Reader Stream will support Audible books
  • SuperNova v13.50 magnifies, speaks and brailles Windows 8
  • One-handed typing? Yes please! iOS update!
  • Exploring accessible publishing for the print disabled
  • Equaleyes - RNIB app of the month
  • Enhanced VoiceOver support for Prizmo app
  • Sight loss no barrier to having your brains eaten!
  • Accessible copyright treaty hits new roadblock
  • Obi 2.6 offers context-sensitive help and ability to convert to DAISY 3
  • Tech giant launches smartphone for older people
  • Mike's Radio World - RNIB website of the month
  • How to make Open Office and Libre Office accessible
  • Amazon's Kindle for iOS updated with accessibility
  • A first look at the accessibility of the Google Chrome operating system
  • Review: Argos value range DAB/FM radio

From the cutting room floor

HIMS releases v8 firmware for Sense notetakers

HIMS has announced the release of version 8 firmware for the Sense notetakers, with upgrades to the word processor, Twitter and web browser, as well as new YouTube, Dropbox and RSS apps.

Last updated: 12 June 2013

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