Collection: Blog

Reading with low vision does not have to be a strain. You can customize font size, contrast, lighting, magnification tools, and strategy to suit your comfort. Blending optical, digital, and behavioral adjustments helps you build a setup that supports reading for fun, study, or work. With occasional reassessment and experimentation, reading becomes accessible again.

Choosing an e reader for low vision isn’t just about big fonts. You need contrast, speech, and accessible menus. This guide walks you through essential features, tradeoffs, and real device options. With a clear checklist and setup tips, you’ll feel confident picking the device that supports comfortable reading.

Discover what makes an ebook device truly accessible for blind and visually impaired readers. Learn the must-have features: speech, typography control, Braille support, navigation. Compare mainstream readers and devices built for blindness. Use evaluation steps and tips to choose the right one for you.

Accessible reading materials let students who are blind or visually impaired access the same curriculum as their peers. This blog covers best practices for text design, format options like Braille, audio, and e-text, and tools for creating accessible content. It also walks you through a workflow for planning and delivering these materials. Use it to audit your own materials and improve learning equity today.

Discover how people who are blind or visually impaired can access free and paid digital libraries. Learn about formats like DAISY and accessible Braille, explore top services such as NLS, Bookshare, RNIB, RoboBraille, and subscription options, and get step-by-step tips to begin building your personalized accessible library.

This 2025 guide explains how people who are blind or visually impaired can use assistive reading technology, from screen readers and Braille devices to AI smart glasses. It covers how to choose suitable tools, emerging innovations, and how Speechlabel can support daily life. Whether you are a user, family member, or professional, you will find clear insight and practical advice. Accessible reading is not a luxury, it is a path to independence and inclusion.

Hable proudly launches the renewed Speechlabel app in the Netherlands. The simplest way for blind and visually impaired users to create and play spoken labels. From groceries to household items, Speechlabel makes identifying objects quick, easy, and fully accessible. Now with cloud storage, improved physical labels, and a lower price, Speechlabel is more powerful and affordable than ever.

This post shares 10 empowering tips to help you travel independently and safely.
From high-tech apps to old-fashioned preparation, discover how to navigate the world with vision loss. Learn about tools, strategies, and mindset shifts that make solo travel possible for those who are blind or low-vision.

Labeling everyday items is essential for blind and visually impaired individuals. It enables greater independence and safety at home. This guide explores various labeling methods, from braille and tactile markers to audio devices and smart tags. We also introduce the SpeechLabel app, a new all-in-one solution for accessible labeling.

Ever wondered what 20/20 vision really means? This blog breaks down the most common visual assessment scales, like the Snellen chart and LogMAR, used in eye exams around the world. Perfect for friends and family of those with visual impairments, it explains how vision is measured, what the numbers mean, and how to interpret eye test results in a friendly, easy-to-understand way.

Technology should empower everyone — and the Android Accessibility Suite makes sure it does. From screen readers to custom controls, these tools break down digital barriers.
Whether you're using it yourself or supporting someone else, understanding this suite is essential. Read on to explore its features, updates, and the real-world impact of accessible tech.