Technology & digital life articles
How technology can help with everyday life
An overview of how everyday technology can support blind and partially sighted people, from reading and staying connected to managing daily tasks. This page introduces what’s possible and helps you decide what might be useful for you.
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Getting started with digital support
An introduction to digital support for blind and partially sighted people, explaining what it can include and how support is shaped around you, even if you’re not sure where to start.
Choosing the right device for you
Choosing a phone, tablet or other device can feel overwhelming. This guide helps you understand the main options and think about what might work best for you.
Reading independently
There are lots of ways to keep reading independently, whatever your level of sight.
Stay safe from scams
Practical advice to help you stay safe from scams, whether by phone, text, email or online. This page explains common tactics used by fraudsters and what to do if something does not feel right.
Technology in Your Pocket
So many of us have a smart phone or tablet sat on the table next to us or in our pockets, but are we all making the most of them? There are a few simple things you can do to make your device work for you.
Apps that make a difference: Public transport apps
A practical guide to public transport apps that can help blind and partially sighted people plan journeys and get around by bus or train.
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Apps that make a difference: Eating out apps
A practical overview of food and restaurant apps that can help blind and partially sighted people find places to eat, order food, and explore dining options at home or when out and about.
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Apps that make a difference: Seeing AI
A practical overview of Seeing AI, a free app that can help blind and partially sighted people access text, objects and everyday information using a smartphone.
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Making Technology Work For You – Built in technology
Your everyday technology (e.g. mobile phone / tablet) has a large range of built in features you can use to help with the challenges sight loss can pose.
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Apps that make a difference: Be My Eyes app
Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and partially sighted people with sighted volunteers through a live video call, helping with everyday visual tasks such as reading labels, checking colours, or identifying objects.
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Apps that make a difference: Gemini Live assistant
An introduction to Gemini Live, an AI assistant that can read text, describe surroundings, and answer questions using your phone’s camera. Learn what it can do, when it might be helpful, and how to explore it with support.
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Making TV more accessible: Audio description and other tools for better viewing
TVs and streaming services can be more accessible than you think. Learn how to use audio description, screen magnification, and voice guidance to make watching easier.
Audiobooks
Audiobooks offer a flexible way to enjoy books through listening. This page explains different ways to access audiobooks.
Podcasts
Podcasts are audio programmes you can listen to on your phone, tablet or smart speaker. Here are a few suggestions to help you get started.