Category: Adaptive technology

JAWS & NVDA: Introduction to Thunderbird

Reading Time: 8 minutesFor years, the native Mail app on Windows provided a reasonably accessible experience for screen reader users. However, Microsoft is now transitioning to the redesigned, web-based Outlook for Windows. As of this writing, the new Outlook presents significant accessibility challenges, making it less user-friendly for screen reader users. This change has created a hurdle for… Continue reading JAWS & NVDA: Introduction to Thunderbird

JAWS & NVDA: How to Setup Thunderbird

Reading Time: 6 minutesInstalling and Optimizing Thunderbird for Screen Reader Users This section provides a step-by-step guide for installing and configuring Thunderbird to work seamlessly with JAWS and NVDA screen readers on Windows-based machines. By following these instructions, you can ensure an optimized experience tailored to your accessibility needs. Once you’ve completed the setup process, proceed to the… Continue reading JAWS & NVDA: How to Setup Thunderbird

Windows Mail: How to Retrieve an Deleted Email

Reading Time: 2 minutesOne thing that may strike fear in your hearts is, “I accidentally deleted an important email! How can I get it back?” Have no fear, there is an easy way to retrieve deleted emails when you are using the Windows Mail app. In this tutorial, we will be using NVDA as the screen reader. These… Continue reading Windows Mail: How to Retrieve an Deleted Email

Powerup 2023 Demo on features for Hearing & Vision Using Apple products

Reading Time: < 1 minute“Hey Apple: I Can’t Hear or See Well, Help!” By Brett Wilhelm, AT Trainer at Wilhelm’s AT Services & Anne Murphy, CSP ICanConnect Apple devices have come a long way since accessibility features were first introduced in 2009. In this session, AT users and trainers, Brett, and Anne, will take you on a journey through… Continue reading Powerup 2023 Demo on features for Hearing & Vision Using Apple products