Reading and Writing Tools

Notability

ritz@gatech.edu — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 06:04:30 +0000

Notability ritz@gatech.edu Fri, 06/24/2022 - 06:04

Product Category

OCR Reading Mobile App

Reading and Writing Tools

Description

The application allows note-taking and the annotation of PDF files.

Website

Notability

Manufacturer

Notability

Mobile Platform

MacOS

iOS

Operating System Required

N/A

Current Software Version

11.2.4

License

Single computer/device (subscription)

Price

$ 14.99 / year (price varies by region)

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Android BrailleBack

christinaefeng@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 21:57:12 +0000

Android BrailleBack christinaefeng… Thu, 01/20/2022 - 21:57

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Speech / Communication

Vision

Description

With BrailleBack, you can connect a refreshable braille display to your Android device via Bluetooth. BrailleBack works with the TalkBack screen reader to provide a combined speech and braille experience. As you use BrailleBack, screen content appears on your braille display, and you can navigate and interact with your device using the keys on the display. You can also input text using the braille keyboard.

Website

https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/3535226

Download Website

Google Play Store - Google BrailleBack

Manufacturer

Android

Mobile Platform

Android

Operating System Required

Android 4.1

Current Software Version

0.97.0.313699921

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Android Real-time text

christinaefeng@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 21:54:15 +0000

Android Real-time text christinaefeng… Thu, 01/20/2022 - 21:54

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Speech / Communication

Description

Real-time text (RTT) lets you use text to communicate during a phone call. RTT works with TTY and doesn't require any additional accessories.

Website

Use real-time text (RTT) with calls

Manufacturer

Android

Mobile Platform

Android

Operating System Required

Android

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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iCloud Keychain

ritz@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 04:05:31 +0000

iCloud Keychain ritz@gatech.edu Thu, 01/20/2022 - 04:05

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Cognitive / Learning Disabilities

Description

iCloud Keychain remembers things so you don’t always have to keep track of every password, card number, and user name. It autofills certain information on any approved device, so sign-ins and checkouts stay simple and secure.

Website

Set up iCloud Keychain

Manufacturer

Apple

Operating System Required

N/A

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Safari Reader

ritz@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:42:13 +0000

Safari Reader ritz@gatech.edu Thu, 01/20/2022 - 03:42

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Cognitive / Learning Disabilities

Description

Sometimes navigating the web can be sensory overload. Safari Reader is an assistive technology feature that strips away ads, buttons, and navigation bars, allowing you to focus on all the content you want — and none of the clutter.

Website

Hide ads when reading articles in Safari on Mac

Manufacturer

Apple

Mobile Platform

MacOS

Operating System Required

macOS High Sierra

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Predictive Text

ritz@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:21:06 +0000

Predictive Text ritz@gatech.edu Thu, 01/20/2022 - 03:21

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Cognitive / Learning Disabilities

Motor

Description

Let your device finish the sentence for you. If you find it cumbersome to type, Predictive Text can save you from going through the motions. Just start writing and it adjusts your suggestions based on who you’re talking to and what you’ve said before.

Website

Check spelling and grammar on Mac

Manufacturer

Apple

Mobile Platform

MacOS

Operating System Required

macOS High Sierra

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Hover Text

ritz@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:23:22 +0000

Hover Text ritz@gatech.edu Thu, 01/20/2022 - 00:23

Product Category

Reading and Writing Tools

Disability Type

Cognitive / Learning Disabilities

Vision

Description

Hover Text makes it easier to view text on your Mac display. If a paragraph, caption, or headline is too small to read, just hover over it with your pointer and press the activation key for a bigger, high‑resolution version of your selection.

Website

Use Hover Text on Mac

Manufacturer

Apple

Mobile Platform

MacOS

Operating System Required

macOS Catalina 10.15

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Siri

ritz@gatech.edu — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:18:25 +0000

Siri ritz@gatech.edu Thu, 01/20/2022 - 00:18

Product Category

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Notes / Reminders

Reading and Writing Tools

Voice Input / Dictation

Disability Type

Cognitive / Learning Disabilities

Motor

Vision

Description

The new Accessibility Assistant Shortcut can create a custom list of recommended accessibility features based on your individual needs. No matter the Apple product, your favorite assistant is always ready to assist. Siri can help you complete the tasks you do every day. You can ask it to find files, set reminders, turn vision features on or off, and so much more. And if you need to streamline a series of actions or tasks, you can create Siri Shortcuts.

Website

How to use Siri on your Mac

Manufacturer

Apple

Mobile Platform

MacOS

Operating System Required

N/A

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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VoiceOver + braille

ritz@gatech.edu — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 23:24:18 +0000

VoiceOver + braille ritz@gatech.edu Wed, 01/19/2022 - 23:24

Product Category

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Reading and Writing Tools

Voice Input / Dictation

Disability Type

Hearing

Motor

Vision

Description

A braille display may be easier and more efficient than a standard keybt ioard — and for deaf-blind users, is a requirement. VoiceOver can give descriptions of exactly what’s on your screen, in braille.

Website

Common braille commands for VoiceOver on your Mac

Manufacturer

Apple

Mobile Platform

MacOS

Operating System Required

N/A

Current Software Version

N/A

License

Single computer/device (purchase)

Price

Free

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Screen Reading (Desktops) Features

Braille display / keyboard compatible

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Reading and Writing Tools

Notability

Text Size

Android BrailleBack

Android Real-time text

iCloud Keychain

Safari Reader

Predictive Text

Hover Text

Siri

VoiceOver + braille