Sensory Solutions

25/08/2026

Have your say in the 2026 WebAIM Screen Reader User Survey!

WebAIM’s latest Screen Reader User Survey gives screen reader users an opportunity to share their experiences, preferences and opinions about using the web.

The survey includes 28 brief questions and takes approximately 5–10 minutes to complete. It is open to all screen reader users 18 or older, including those who primarily use screen readers for evaluation and testing.

If you use a screen reader, we encourage you to take part and share your experience. Your participation will help build a better understanding of the real-world experiences and needs of screen reader users, while highlighting where web accessibility can be improved.

You can take part in the WebAIM Screen Reader User Survey here: https://webaim.org/projects/screenreadersurvey11/

The survey closes on 31 August 2026.

Image description: An illustration of hands filling out a survey on a cellphone, with the words “2026 WebAIM Screen Reader User Survey” above it

20/08/2026

Freedom Scientific - Vispero is presenting a free webinar with the topic “Four Classic JAWS Features That Can Transform Your Workflow”.

This webinar will revisit four powerful classic JAWS features to help save time, boost productivity and customise JAWS for working with documents and web pages.

You will learn how to use:
• Skim Reading to quickly locate headings, highlighted text, links and other important information in documents and web pages.
• Text Analyzer to identify potential errors beyond spelling and grammar in documents, emails, blog posts and other text before you share them.
• Speech and Sound Schemes to customize how JAWS presents information using speech and sounds.
• Dictionary Manager to customize how JAWS pronounces words, phrases, abbreviations and symbols.

The webinar will be presented by Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan.

Date: 27 August 2026
Time: 6pm (SA Time)
Registration link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gO29_IL8TrG4WfwVo9roMQ #/registration

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19/08/2026

Technology should open doors — not create new barriers.

At Sensory Solutions, we believe that Assistive Technology is most powerful when it enables people to participate independently, confidently and on their own terms.

That was a key message from our participation in the recent Disability Connect Career Conference and EXPO “Assistive Technology in the Modern Workplace” panel discussion, where Sensory Solutions was represented by Dr Ashley Subbiah, Head of Business Development.

The conversation explored how AI, voice technology, adaptive software and established assistive technologies are changing the workplace for people with disabilities.

One particularly important principle emerged:

The person using the technology should be central to the decision about what technology is provided.

The right solution isn't necessarily the newest or most sophisticated product. It is the solution that works within the person's role, their working methods and the organisation's technology environment.

And while AI is creating exciting new possibilities, established technologies such as screen readers, Braille displays and magnification remain essential tools for many employees.

For employers, the opportunity is significant.

Effective Assistive Technology can help organisations unlock talent, improve productivity and strengthen workplace inclusion.

At Sensory Solutions, we remain committed to helping organisations move beyond simply providing technology towards implementing solutions that genuinely enable participation.

📖 Read the full article on Assistive Technology in the Workplace: https://sensorysolutions.co.za/assistive-technology-in-the-modern-workplace-from-reasonable-accommodation-to-competitive-advantage/

Image Description: A photo of the panel discussion during the Disability Connect Career Conference and EXPO, along with the words “New Article” and a quote from the above text.

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19/08/2026

Connect Your Digital World with GoVision Move

GoVision Move’s smart connectivity features make it easy to bring content from your smartphone, tablet or PC into a larger, clearer view.

In our last mailer on the GoVision Move, we explore the different connectivity options available with GoVision Move and how they can help make digital content easier to see. To read the mailer, visit https://mailchi.mp/sensorysolutions/connect-your-digital-world-with-govision-move.

Discover how GoVision Move can bring your digital world into view. Learn more at https://sensorysolutions.co.za/online-catalogue/govision-move/ or contact us at [email protected] to book a demonstration.

Description of images: Two graphics explaining GoVision Move’s smart connectivity features, along with a photo of a woman using GoVision Move to magnify content from her smartphone.

14/08/2026

📜 The History of Braille Typewriters 📜

Braille typewriters significantly improved how visually impaired people write, making braille faster, more accurate and more practical for everyday use. Before mechanical braille typewriters, braille was produced using a slate and stylus, which required users to manually emboss dots in reverse, one character at a time.

Early innovation in braille writing began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with devices such as the Hall Braille Writer and other experimental tactile writing systems contributing to development in the field. These early devices laid the groundwork for mechanical writing systems that could emboss braille more efficiently than manual tools, although they varied in design and usability.

A major breakthrough came with the introduction of the Perkins Brailler, a durable six-key mechanical braille writing device. It allowed users to quickly produce consistent braille lines with far less effort, leading to its widespread adoption in schools, homes and workplaces worldwide. Today, the Perkins Brailler is the most widely used braille typewriter in the world, with more than 375,000 machines distributed across more than 170 countries. While many modern devices used by visually impaired users for writing are digital, the durable Perkins Brailler continues to be a valuable tool for developing literacy and supporting independent learning.

Read more about the history of braille typewriters from the American Printing House for the Blind: https://www.aph.org/blog/blindness-history-basics-history-of-braille-writers/

Image description: The above text alongside photos of the Hall Braille Writer, an early braille writing device.

13/08/2026

FAQ: How do I use PowerPoint with JAWS?

PowerPoint is one of those applications most of us use regularly, whether we are putting together a work presentation, a school project, or a training session.

If you are using JAWS, these five keyboard commands will help you navigate and create presentations with ease:
- CTRL+M to add a new slide.
- F5 to start your presentation from the beginning.
- Page Down to go to the next slide.
- Page Up to go to the previous slide.
- CTRL+S to save your presentation.

Check out Freedom Scientific's "PowerPoint with JAWS" playlist on YouTube to learn more: https://hubs.li/Q04sM2130

FAQ: How do I use PowerPoint with JAWS?

PowerPoint is one of those applications most of us use regularly, whether we are putting together a work presentation, a school project, or a training session.

If you are using JAWS, these five keyboard commands will help you navigate and create presentations with ease:
- CTRL+M to add a new slide.
- F5 to start your presentation from the beginning.
- Page Down to go to the next slide.
- Page Up to go to the previous slide.
- CTRL+S to save your presentation.

Check out our PowerPoint with JAWS playlist on our YouTube Training Channel to learn more: https://hubs.li/Q04sM2130

10/08/2026

Happy Women's Day! 💐

Today, we celebrate the women who care for their families, lead in their workplaces, support their communities and inspire those around them. Your kindness, resilience and determination make the world a better place, one day at a time.

May today remind you how valued and appreciated you are. Wishing you a Happy Women's Day!

Image description: A Women's Day greeting from Sensory Solutions displayed above six illustrated hands, each holding a flower.

06/08/2026

Important update: This webinar has been rescheduled to 13 August 2026 at 6PM SA Time.

Freedom Scientific, Inc. is presenting a free webinar with the topic “From Prompting to Productivity: Building Better AI Workflows”.

This webinar will revisit key highlights from Freedom Scientific’s AI webinar series over the past year, compare how AI is being used today versus a year ago, and demonstrate practical tasks that show how the approach has evolved.

In this webinar, you will:
• Revisit AI tools explored in previous webinars and discover how they fit into today’s workflows.
• Learn prompting techniques that have consistently produced the best results.
• See real-world tasks demonstrated and compare how they were approached a year ago versus today.
• Explore practical workflows that have become more efficient as AI capabilities have grown.

The webinar will be presented by Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan.

Date: 6 August 2026
Time: 6pm (SA Time)
Registration link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IRcqRRMMQkesmDBHPn4LKA #/registration

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05/08/2026

Follow Your Hand As You Write with GoVision Move ✍️

Enjoy a more natural and precise writing experience with GoVision Move's intelligent Pen Tracking technology that automatically follows your hand movements. Writing, now easier with GoVision Move!

Find out how to activate, deactivate, and use Pen Tracking in our latest mailer: https://mailchi.mp/sensorysolutions/follow-your-hand-as-you-write-with-govision-move

Ready to experience Pen Tracking for yourself? Learn more at https://sensorysolutions.co.za/online-catalogue/govision-move/ or contact us at [email protected] to book a demonstration.

Description of images: Two graphics explaining what Pen Tracking is, how to enable and disable it and how to use it.

30/07/2026

Meet the all-new GoVision Move – a foldable magnifier with endless possibilities.

Experience powerful magnification, smart connectivity and innovative pen-tracking technology in one transportable device.

Here's what makes GoVision Move stand out:

✍️ Pen-tracking Technology
Write naturally with technology that automatically follows your hand movements for greater precision and control.

📱 Magnify Your Smartphone
Enlarge content from your smartphone, tablet or PC on a large, high-resolution display.

🔄 3-in-1 Rotating Camera
Switch effortlessly between near, distance and self-viewing with the rotating 3-in-1 full HD autofocus camera.

🔋 Up to 6 Hours of Power
A rechargeable battery provides up to approximately 6 hours of reliable use, wherever life takes you.

💼 Foldable & Transportable
The briefcase-style design folds into a compact unit for easy transport and storage.

🖥️ 15.6″ Full HD Display
Enjoy clear, comfortable viewing for reading, writing and everyday tasks.

Ready to experience GoVision Move? Learn more at https://sensorysolutions.co.za/online-catalogue/govision-move/ or contact us at [email protected] to book a demonstration.

Image description: A promotional graphic showcasing the GoVision Move, featuring its key capabilities and images demonstrating pen-tracking, smartphone connectivity and transportability.

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