the Android Accessibility Help Center

If you are a new Android user, or if you are curious about all of the accessibility options that Android has to offer, you can now get the information you need by visiting the Android Accessibility Help Center. The website provides information about: general android accessibility, TalkBack, Accessibility features common to applications, BrailleBack, and Android updates.

https://support.google.com/accessibility/android#topic=6007234

Accessible Playgrounds

Following are some links on accessible playgrounds:
http://www.accessibleplayground.net/
http://www.special-education-degree.net/30-most-impressive-accessible-and-inclusive-playgrounds/
http://www.trekaroo.com/list/top-10-destination-playgrounds-in-san-francisco-bay-area
http://www.npr.org/2013/08/27/213827534/for-kids-with-special-needs-more-places-to-play
https://www.playlsi.com/
http://www.unicef.org/sowc2013/focus_playgrounds_of_inclusion.html

A selection of announcements from Top Tech Tidbits, available at www.flying-blind.com:

1) The monthly AppleVis newsletter, highlighting the most important additions to the site during May, came out right as June dawned:
http://www.applevis.com/blog/advocacy-apple-apple-watch-applevis-gaming-ios-apps-opinion-rumors/applevis-unlimited-whats-new

2) Freedom Scientific is giving attendees at the upcoming National Federation of the Blind convention very favorable prices for JAWS, such as $75 for a copy of JAWS 16 Home Edition, and others:
http://www.freedomscientific.com/About/Events/NFB

3) The release candidate for the second update to NVDA for 2015 is now available, with improved handling of MathMl and more power in Excel:
http://community.nvda-project.org/blog/NVDA2015.2Released

4) Hear about the new features in the Ace Plus standalone reader, now sold by Freedom Scientific, on Tek Talk on GMT Tuesday, 9 June at 00:00:
http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsc9613dc89eb2

5A) As a follow-up to last week's blog post on Android camera apps for low-vision users, here is a post on Android camera apps for blind users:
https://22point.wordpress.com/2015/06/01/camera-apps-for-blind-users/

5B) And a podcast on the topic with more informal chat:
http://www.22point.com.au/podcasts/camera_apps_for_blind_users.mp3

6) Thanks to a grant, those on SSI can receive copies of TypeAbility, a typing tutorial that goes with JAWS, for $25. Others can receive it for $50:
http://www.computersfortheblind.net

7) Freedom Scientific offers free webinars on using Facebook and online shopping sites with JAWS:
http://www.freedomscientific.com/Services/TrainingAndCertification/FreeWebinars

8A) Meanwhile, the series on using Window-Eyes with complex web pages continues. Session One has been archived:
http://www.gwmicro.com/Training/Webinar_Training/

8B) And Session Two is scheduled for Thursday, 18 June at 19:00 GMT. Visit this link at the time to attend:
http://www.aisquared.com/meeting

9) HIMS offers a webinar, "Using Assistive Technology to Start or Run a Business", on Tuesday, 9 June at 19:00 GMT. And remember that you can always write to ask what that means in your time zone if you don't know. Register here:
http://bit.ly/1KFuzke

10) Take a listen to Blind Bargains Qast 18:
http://blindbargains.com/b/12936

11) You can now use ZoomText Mac under subscription for $19.95 per month:
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/

12) If you want to take part in a survey to improve the accessibility of LinkedIn, write to:
accessibility@linkedin.com

13) Eyes on Success provides a two-part series on blind musicianship. Episode 1522 is an interview with the head of the Academy of Music for the Blind and creator of both CakeTalking and the aforementioned TypeAbility program. Episode 1523 is an interview on composing and performing music with a talented young musician:
http://eyesonsuccess.net

LG Optimus F3Q

Simple Android With A Sliding Keyboard

http://www.lg.com/us/cell-phones/lg-D520-optimus-f3q

DESIGNED TO INSPIRE BOTH FIRST TIME SMARTPHONE USERS AND SEASONED EXPERTS, OPTIMUS F3Q IS STOCKED WITH ALL THE FEATURES YOU NEED TO CONNECT, SHARE, AND LIVE ON YOUR TERMS.

"Intro to Facebook Workshop"

The Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library in New York City offers a free "Intro to Facebook Workshop", aimed at beginners, on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 17:00-19:00 GMT. Remote participation via Skype is available on a first come, first serve basis. Register ASAP to reserve your spot by emailing: chanceyfleet@nypl.org  For a list of upcoming programs at the Andrew Heiskell Library, follow: http://www.nypl.org/locations/heiskell

Insights about Using an iPhone: Pros and Cons for Blind and Visually Impaired Users:

This balanced VisionAware post offers what it claims to offer: "Insights about Using an iPhone: Pros and Cons for Blind and Visually Impaired Users:"
http://www.visionaware.org/blog/visually-impaired-now-what/insights-about-using-an-iphone-pros-and-cons-for-blind-and-visually-impaired-users/12

Apple Accessibility Phone Support

Call 1-877-204-3930 for direct access to Apple representatives who are trained in providing support using accessibility services. Please note this number is U.S. only. https://www.apple.com/support/accessibility/contact/

Microsoft Disability Answer Desk

Disability Answer Desk
The Disability Answer Desk is where people with disabilities can get support with Microsoft products and accessibility features.
Connect with a Microsoft expert:
Call the Disability Answer Desk at 1-800-936-5900  Call 1 (800) 936-5900
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/answerdesk/accessibility

DC Accessibility and Innovation Meetup

DC Accessibility and Innovation Meetup
http://www.meetup.com/dc-Accessibility-Innovation-Meetup/

Accessibility Hackathon - March 31, 2015

The White House Office of Public Engagement, the Office of Science and Technology Policy, 18F, the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research, and DC Legal Hackers invite you to an Accessibility Hackathon on March 31, 2015.

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/accessibility-hackathon-tickets-16044802436