* blind and visually impaired people; * people who can't see or read and need talking software; * people who can't manage small buttons and words on a cluttered screen; * people nervous of phones; a friend or carer can manage everything remotely; * seniors and older people; * people with other special needs and disabilities.
NonVisual Desktop Access (NVDA) is a free and open source screen reader for the Microsoft Windows operating system. Providing feedback via synthetic speech and Braille, it enables blind or vision impaired people to access computers running Windows for no more cost than a sighted person. Major features include support for 43 languages and the ability to run entirely from a USB drive with no installation.
tags: Portable screen-reader brailleA screen reader software for computer users whose vision loss prevents them from seeing screen content - JAWS reads aloud what's on the PC screen.Compatible with the most frequently-used workplace and classroom applications.With a refreshable braille display, JAWS also provides braille output in addition to, or instead of, speech. An array of versatile features and customizable options lets you tailor JAWS for your individual needs and preferences.
tags: resources screen-reader daisy-readerOrca is a free, open source, flexible, and extensible screen reader that provides access to the graphical desktop via speech and refreshable braille.
tags: accessibility screen-readerDeveloped for blind computer users, SuperNova Screen Reader is a software screen reader that works by reading the screen interactively and communicating through a speech synthesiser or a refreshable Braille display.
tags: accessibility screen-magnifier screen-reader dyslexia assistive-technologySerotek’s System Access software brings you accessibility anywhere, and is available in configurations to meet every lifestyle and budget.
tags: accessibilityGW Micro is an adaptive technology vendor, providing high quality solutions for blind and visually impaired.
tags: accessibility aids-for-blind screen-reader synthesizer text-to-speech