Brave Browser

Browse faster on Brave Browser. Get a lightning fast, safe and private web browser with AI, Adblock, and VPN.

Details

Loved by over 65 million users, Brave has AI assistant Brave Leo, Firewall + VPN, Brave Search, and night mode.

NEW App Features

- Brave Leo: AI assistant
- Firewall…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/brave-browser/

Screen Reader Basics That Both Blind and Sighted Should Know

A screen reader is a software, specifically an accessibility service, that enables blind users to read, identify, and interact with onscreen elements on their computers and mobile devices. Although screen readers may cater to other users’ needs, their main user base, and the one that Accessible Android is built for,…

https://accessibleandroid.com/screen-reader-basics-that-both-blind-and-sighted-should-know/

A quick accessibility review of the new Lenovo Tab Plus

An 11.5 inch display, a lot of memory, the latest Android with 4 years of updates and speakers from JBL; the new Lenovo Tab Plus promises a lot of features for less than 300 Euro. Interesting enough for me to test the accessibility of this upper entry level device.

Table…

https://accessibleandroid.com/a-quick-accessibility-review-of-the-new-lenovo-tab-plus/

Claude by Anthropic

Get help on a variety of tasks whenever inspiration strikes—on everything from writing to analysis to math—from Claude, your trusted AI assistant.

Features

Instant Answers: With Claude you have a world of intelligence right in your pocket. Just start a chat, send Claude a photo, attach a file—and ask away.…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/claude-by-anthropic/

Direct Click, Direct Swipes, and Direct Scroll Functions in Jieshuo Screen Reader

Direct click, direct swipes, and direct scroll functions are among the useful features included in the Jieshuo screen reader. In this post, let’s talk about these functions and their uses. Note that all of these functions can be activated from the main menu, using the voice assistant, or via gestures.…

https://accessibleandroid.com/direct-click-direct-swipes-and-direct-scroll-functions-in-jieshuo-screen-reader/

Typing Settings in Jieshuo Screen Reader

Customizing typing echo is typically one of the key features of a screen reader. However, despite its advanced set of features and options, the Jieshuo screen reader lacked this customization until October 2022, when a dedicated typing settings section was added to its settings to give users more control over…

https://accessibleandroid.com/typing-settings-in-jieshuo-screen-reader/

Simple Text Editor

This is simple text editor that can help you with editing text files. Simple Text Editor is Open Source.

Details

This editor mostly used by me for small text notes, write down ideas while I have a break.
Supports only plain text files at the moment.
The code is open…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/simple-text-editor/

Hi everyone,
Martijn van der Spek, the developer of the PiccyBot app, is generously giving away 5 lifetime promocodes for the app! To enter the giveaway, answer this question: What was the first accessible app developed by Martijn? You can find the answer in his interview, which you can listen to here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nn8r7WeR-oE
Please email your answers to:
contactus@blindandroidusers.com
Only those with the correct answer will be entered into the giveaway. Winners will be selected randomly, and they will receive an email with their promocode.
The giveaway ends on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. GMT.
Good luck!
To know more about PiccyBot, read our review using the following link https://accessibleandroid.com/piccybot-review-ai-is-there-to-describe-your-videos-too/

K-9 Mail

K-9 Mail is an open-source email client that works with basically every email provider.

Features:

- Supports multiple accounts, including proper GMail/OAuth2 integration;
- Unified Inbox;
- Privacy-friendly (no tracking whatsoever, only connects to your email provider);
- Automatic background synchronization or push notifications;
- Local and server-side search;
-…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/k-9-mail/

Eleven Labs Reader for Android is publicly available and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store. Read more https://accessibleandroid.com/app/elevenlabs-reader-ai-audio/

Google Gemini

The Google Gemini app is an AI assistant that can help supercharge your creativity and productivity.

Details

Gemini gives you direct access to Google’s best family of AI models on your phone so you can:

- Get help with writing, brainstorming, learning, and more
- Summarize and find quick info…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/google-gemini/

How to Activate and Customize the Speak Keyboard Input Aloud Feature on Samsung One UI

The “Speak Keyboard Input Aloud” feature in Samsung One UI, available exclusively with the Samsung keyboard, speaks inputted characters, words, or both while typing. Although this feature is not intended for screen reader users—evidenced by the fact that it cannot be toggled or customized while TalkBack is running—it may still…

https://accessibleandroid.com/how-to-activate-and-customize-the-speak-keyboard-input-aloud-feature-on-samsung-one-ui/

How to Perform the Additional Long One-Finger Gestures in the Jieshuo Screen Reader

Android has offered 16 standard one-finger screen reader gestures since version 4.1. These include four one-directional swipes, four back-and-forth swipes, and eight angular gestures. However, the Jieshuo screen reader includes an additional 16 gestures, similar to the standard ones, distinguished by the way they are performed. These gestures, known as…

https://accessibleandroid.com/how-to-perform-the-additional-long-one-finger-gestures-in-the-jieshuo-screen-reader/

YAM Launcher

YAM (Yet Another Minimalist) Launcher is a minimalist text-based launcher for Android with weather integration.

Key features:

- No flashy effects, icons or other distractions. Perfect for digital minimalism.
- Customizable shortcuts for your most used apps.
- Weather integration with Open-Meteo. (optional)
- Work profile support.
- Search on…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/yam-launcher/

TalkBack 15.0 has been Released: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Google is rolling out version 15.0 of the TalkBack screen reader, with The most prominent new feature being the addition of Gemini-based image descriptions. Let’s take a look at what’s new in TalkBack 15.0. Please note that the rollout is gradual, so if you don’t see the update yet, be…

https://accessibleandroid.com/talkback-15-0-has-been-released-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/

Brok the InvestiGator

BROK is an innovative adventure mixed with beat ’em up and RPG elements. In a grim world where animals have replaced mankind, what kind of detective will you be?

In a futuristic “light cyberpunk” world where animals have replaced humans, privileged citizens live under a protective dome from the ambient…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/brok-the-investigator/

Dawncaster

Embark on a journey into Dawncaster’s rich world, where thousands of cards and unique combinations await, challenging players to explore their deckbuilding skills. Play as a cunning rogue, a fierce warrior, or a mysterious Spellweaver wielding mystical magic. Furthermore, you can create your own character class and play with anyone…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/dawncaster/

Ear

Ear is a distinctive application designed to unite both blind and sighted individuals through shared experiences in entertainment and communication. Developed by a blind programmer, Ear offers a platform that fosters creativity, interaction, and fun for all users, regardless of visual ability.

Details

The app provides access to a vast…

https://accessibleandroid.com/app/ear/

Pixel 9 Review

I’ve been using the Google Pixel 9 for about 4 weeks now as my only Android phone. I’ve given it a good go and I’m looking forward to sharing my thoughts with you.

Table of Contents

- Hardware
- Software and Accessibility
- Conclusion

Hardware

I’m starting with the hardware…

https://accessibleandroid.com/pixel-9-review/

If you're an AdGuard user and use PiccyBot, be aware that the latest update released yesterday is causing a server issue that blocks access to the UI. A fix is currently in progress, and we’ll post another update as soon as it's resolved.

Impressions of Google TalkBack 15.0’s Detailed Gemini Image Description: A Feature with Great Potential

On Android, there is no shortage of apps offering AI image description services. However, having image descriptions integrated directly into TalkBack, the built-in screen reader for Android, is an exciting development that could be a game changer. While Jieshuo, the popular third-party screen reader, offers descriptions for both the focused…

https://accessibleandroid.com/impressions-of-google-talkback-15-0s-detailed-gemini-image-description-a-feature-with-great-potential/