5/9/17 Shared by OrCam Welcome to our new OrCam distributors in Illinois! OrCam is an intuitive, smart camera that assists people who are visually impaired and blind. OrCam recognizes text, faces, and products, and speaks to the wearer through a personal earpiece. OrCam gives independence. We are delighted to welcome three new OrCam distributors for the […]
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“State of the Industry: Coffee in the U.S.
5/2/17 From Vending Market Watch DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “State of the Industry: Coffee in the U.S. (11th Edition)” report to their offering. The State of the Industry reports are concise, yet detailed studies filled with priceless data, forecasts, and objective analysis. The amount of valuable data and analysis […]
The Helen Keller Archives
5/2/17 This week on Eyes On Success 1718 The Helen Keller Archives (Apr. 26, 2017) Helen Selsdon is the archivist for the American Foundation for the Blind. She joined the AFB in 2002 to organize and preserve their Helen Keller Archives. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with her about her work and about this rich source […]
Researchers Claim That Time Delays In Vending Machines Prompt Healthier Snack Choices
4/24/17 Shared by Vending Times Issue Date: Vol. 57, No. 4, April 2017, Posted On: 4/3/2017 Researchers Claim That Time Delays In Vending Machines Prompt Healthier Snack Choices SAN DIEGO — Delaying access to high-calorie foods and snacks in vending machines can shift people’s choices to purchase healthier snack options, according to new research. Preventive […]
Direct TV talking menus and descriptive video
4/24/17 Shared by Steve Heltsley, Direct TV talking menus and descriptive video If you have Direct TV and wish you could access the menus, try these easy steps to here -channel, programs, and program times. If this doesn’t work, call Direct TV at 1-800-531-5000 to inquire about getting a new talking menu satellite receiver. […]
Apple Releases iOS 10.3; Bringing a Number of VoiceOver Fixes, but also Introducing at Least One New Bug of Note
4/24/17 Shared by Flying Blind, LLC Apple Releases iOS 10.3; Bringing a Number of VoiceOver Fixes, but also Introducing at Least One New Bug of Note\ Submitted by AppleVis on Monday, March 27, 2017 – 16:58. Apple has today released iOS 10.3 to the public. At the time of posting, release notes are not yet […]
Flexibility Granted For Cook County, IL Vending Operators Regarding Sweetened Beverage Tax
3/28/17 From Vending Market Watch – Flexibility Granted For Cook County, IL Vending Operators Regarding Sweetened Beverage Tax MAR 27, 2017 SOURCE: NAMA In a recent letter to NAMA members, Eric Dell senior vice president of government affairs, explained the update in compliance following the passage of Cook County, IL’s sweetened beverage tax. Excerpt from the […]
Supreme Court Asks Government If Vending Machines Must Comply With ADA Rules; Blind Patron Appeals Coke Suit
3/21/17 From Vending Times – Supreme Court Asks Government If Vending Machines Must Comply With ADA Rules; Blind Patron Appeals Coke Suit Issue Date: Vol. 57, No. 4, April 2017, Posted On: 3/20/2017 by Emily Jed The U.S. Supreme Court is asking the Trump administration to consider whether a beverage vending machine is a “place of […]
IRPA Works To Pass Vending Sales Tax Bill In Indiana
3/15/17 From Vending Market Watch – IRPA Works To Pass Vending Sales Tax Bill In Indiana MAR 13, 2017 The Indiana Refreshment Providers Association (IRPA) works towards passage of bill HB 1013 that will afford food and drinks sold from vending machines the same sales tax treatment as other retailers. In a recent email to […]
NCD Principles for Public and Private Healthcare Reform
3/15/17 From Lawrence Carter-Long for the National Council on Disability NCD Principles for Public and Private Healthcare Reform Link: http://www.ncd.gov/publications/2017/principles-for-healthcare-reform The National Council on Disability (NCD) recommends the following principles for application to all proposed legislative changes to healthcare, including Medicaid. These principles are based upon the body of research spanning nearly 40 years of […]