RE: [AI] Congratulations to Rahul Gambhir on his appointment as Chief Manager for the Union Access Project.

2024-04-23 Thread prashant.rv
Congrats Rahul. It is a great and unique achievement. Not only you have got promotion to senior management position, the bank has given you charge of a new program/department which you have worked hard to create. As of now, department for accessibility is unheard of in the Indian banking

RE: [AI] Suggest accessible CCTV cameras

2024-03-23 Thread prashant.rv
Amazon Blink cameras which are unfortunately not officially launched in India allow Voiceover description of the video in their iOS apps. Because of this to some extent even blind persons can monitor the feed of their CCTV cameras. I have seen it working in USA and have tried its video door

RE: [AI] Doing watersports in haridwar or rishikesh or any other place where watersports and activities like it takes place. From a blind perspective.

2024-02-29 Thread prashant.rv
It depends upon the persons whom you will approach there. Many have done it without any problem while few blind persons have been denied. My personal advice is that there are risks involved in it, little more for the blind persons as compared to the non-disabled. The safety provisions are not

RE: [AI] Reg: GPS based toll collection

2024-02-21 Thread prashant.rv
The new system will be based on Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) which is a highly accurate system capable of reading vehicle number plates without human intervention. Cameras will be installed on roads with GPS facility. They will detect your car number and also note the position of

RE: [AI] Facing a problem when sending an excel sheet through Email concerning the data visibility to addresy

2024-01-30 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Faiyaz, Most likely people who are receiving your Excel file are reading it visually, not with Screen Reader. In Excel, by default the cell width is wide enough to accommodate only one or two words. When you put more data in it, it is saved in it but it is not displayed fully on screen.

RE: [AI] terrible situation of nab and iWay helplines.

2024-01-19 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Udit, Minar and Anirudh, Just like George said, we would like to speak to you to know your specific feedback. We will try to learn from it and improve our processes. NAB Delhi Helpline has been running since 2006, it has been operated by blind persons for blind persons. In the past 17

RE: [AI] in Looking to purchase a doorbell

2024-01-16 Thread prashant.rv
The doorbell suggested by Harendra is in response to other query raised on AI. This Anchor remote door bell or similar item can be used as a locater. If you have difficulty locating your building or house or office door, then you can place the door bell outside the door in which you want to go

RE: [AI] in Looking to purchase a doorbell

2024-01-14 Thread prashant.rv
I am forwarding one of my earlier emails which has answers to the accessible video door bell question. See below. From: prashant...@gmail.com prashant...@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:01 AM To:

RE: [AI] a query regarding car driving

2024-01-02 Thread prashant.rv
I have purchased a EV recently. In terms of driving it is very easy and comfortable. However, one needs to have at least one charging location in control, either home or office. I think I will have lot of learnings in coming days since it has been less than a week. From:

RE: [AI] a query regarding car driving

2024-01-01 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Gufran, Encourage and help your wife learn driving. And then both of you will be able to travel easily within the city. However, make sure that people around you don’t get the impression that you are too much dependent or taking advantage of your wife or treating her as a driver only.

RE: [AI] Handling of cash?

2023-12-25 Thread prashant.rv
This talking wallet is there in NAB Delhi. People in Delhi can check it and decide for themselves if it is useful for them. My opinion is that it is useful but not perfect. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Avichal Bhatnagar Sent: Monday, December

RE: [AI] A historic moment for entire community

2023-12-21 Thread prashant.rv
This is indeed a great moment for the visually impaired. Asudani ji’s achievement is unique and I think will be quoted as one of the top achievements of a blind person in the country. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Gauri Sen Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2023 7:33 PM

RE: [AI] Air frier regds.,

2023-12-07 Thread prashant.rv
Open on Saturdays except second Saturday of the month from 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Sundays. n...@gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 7:34 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: RE: [AI] Air frier regds., Until what time is NAB Delhi open on Saturday? Are you open by any

RE: [AI] Air frier regds.,

2023-12-04 Thread prashant.rv
Hi, There are many videos on the YouTube channel of Payal Kapoor. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/@RasoiKeRahasya You can visit NAB to see some of the kitchen equipment that are accessible. Prashant From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of UDIT Pandey Sent:

RE: [AI] Air frier regds.,

2023-12-03 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, IN the Cooking Without Looking section at NAB Delhi, an accessible Air Fryer is displayed. Air Fryer is an extremely useful cooking tool for the visually impaired as you can do the trying safely and also in a healthy manner. Many models are available in the market. Many basic models

[AI] Please test this app

2023-11-27 Thread prashant.rv
Dear friends, Newslaundry seems to the first one in the media who is taking accessibility seriously. I am impressed with the progress they have made. It will be good if some of you can try it out and submit issues. See the message below. Newslaundry The idea now is to test for bugs

RE: [AI] ChatGPT Workshop for employed visually impaired by Prashant Ranjan Verma

2023-10-25 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Mandvi and all, I received 100+ registrations and hence I closed the form on last date i.e. 19 October. This workshop will be held online on 28 October. People who registered have been informed by direct email. If the outcome is good, probably I will do another such workshop.

RE: [AI] ChatGPT Workshop for employed visually impaired by Prashant Ranjan Verma

2023-10-20 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Mamta, The last date to register has just passed, too many people have registered. You can register for the next one which may happen in December. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Mamta Tambe Sent: Sunday, October 15, 2023 11:26 PM To:

[AI] ChatGPT Workshop for employed visually impaired by Prashant Ranjan Verma

2023-10-14 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Accessindians, This offer is for employed visually impaired only. Please carefully read the announcement below and register yourself using the link given below. If you have questions, please send it to me directly instead of cluttering this list. Date and time of this workshop will be

[AI] Announcing NAB - Sarojini Trilok Nath National Award - 2023

2023-10-08 Thread prashant.rv
NAB - Sarojini Trilok Nath National Award - 2023 Applications are invited for prestigious NATIONAL LEVEL NAB-SAROJINI TRILOK NATH AWARD from individuals, institutions and CSR Initiatives to recognize outstanding work in education, empowerment or rehabilitation of visually impaired. This award

RE: [AI] Inserting Block Text in MS Word

2023-09-16 Thread prashant.rv
Use the auto text feature. https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/office/create-reusable-text-snippets-0bc40cab-f49c-4e06-bcb2-cd43c1674d1b#:~:text=To%20use%20AutoText,choose%20the%20entry%20you%20want. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Harshit Lohia

RE: [AI] Accessible coffee machine recommendations

2023-09-07 Thread prashant.rv
Well many types of coffee machines are available. Those which can add froth and also make use of coffee beans etc. I have one which does not have any digital screen and as such it is usable. Although it is too old and now the trend is touch buttons. One can pick up a machine which does

RE: [AI] Liquid measuring solutions for the blind

2023-09-07 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Avichal, Not for everything but there is a simple an cost effective solution. On Amazon and elsewhere, you can easily buy set of measuring cups and spoons. They are available in plastic as well as metal. Each of them have the capacity written on them in ML as well as daily use terms like

RE: [AI] Are publishers in India obligated to provide soft copies to the blind on request?

2023-08-16 Thread prashant.rv
Sugamya Pustakalaya does not record or convert any book on its own. Sugamya Pustakalaya is an online library where various NGOs are uploading the books converted by them. Audio recording of a book is a time consuming and expensive affair if decent quality is to be achieved. Not every book can

RE: [AI] Are publishers in India obligated to provide soft copies to the blind on request?

2023-08-14 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Avichal, It is not necessary for the private publisher to provide an accessible copy as of now. The law permits you or any other institution to convert it to an accessible format without taking permission of the publisher/copy right holder. However, if that book is being provided by any

[AI] Anyone in London or UK in this list?

2023-07-13 Thread prashant.rv
If yes, please contact me. Prashant Ranjan Verma Accessibility Specialist DAISY Consortium Creating the best way to read and publish: http://www.daisy.org Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies Member - International Association of

RE: [AI] A query regarding solo travel of a VI abroad

2023-07-13 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Avichal, I can give specific suggestions. But that depends upon first of all which country you want to visit, the purpose, time and budget. It is not easy to get support from a local blindness group or NGO unless you have a friend there. Most NGOs do not have programs for supporting

RE: [AI] Tally course

2023-07-10 Thread prashant.rv
This is good news. I suggest that you create a video or two showing how Jaws is working in Tally. This is a big news for many. From: Sameer Sent: Monday, July 10, 2023 3:17 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in; prashant...@gmail.com; 'Saurav Hegde' Subject: Re: [AI] Tally course

RE: [AI] Tally course

2023-07-07 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Sameer, Please clarify how accessible Tally is now? Has the interface changed and therefore it is accessible? Or it is still at previous state when some parts of it were accessible? And is accessibility based on some work around and hacks? Can blind persons be advised to use tally at

[AI] Accesible body thermometer located

2023-06-11 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, I recently bought and tested a thermometer which connects to the mobile phone app via Bluetooth and gives accurate reading. It is USA fDA approved and hence its reading can be relied upon. The app is accessible. It is Kinsa QuickCare Smart Digital Thermometer. It is available on

RE: [AI] One of the first and best ott platform for the visually impaired people

2023-06-10 Thread prashant.rv
Deepti, may add to this. I am told that iOS and Android TV app is in the pipeline. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Pranav Lal Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2023 11:03 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: RE: [AI] One of the first and best ott platform for the visually

RE: [AI] Book Announcement An anthology of Short Stories’, Compiled and Edited By T.H. Ireland

2023-06-06 Thread prashant.rv
Please open https://library.daisyindia.org and then click on Register now. Fill the form and choose NAB Delhi in the list of library. Soon you will get your login ID and password. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Chandrashekhar Kulkarni Sent: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 3:45

RE: [AI] One of the first and best ott platform for the visually impaired people

2023-06-05 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, , It is necessary to be aware of the Indian copyright act and other laws that are applicable to conversion or adaption of any creative content to formats that can be used by persons with disabilities. There is a rationale behind demand of proof of disability by various entities in

[AI] Upload image and get its decription using AI

2023-06-01 Thread prashant.rv
I tried it. Its quality is mind-boggling, way better than a random person can do. https://www.toptechtidbits.com/166.html -- Disclaimer: 1. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking of the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its veracity; 2.

[AI] Aiko - iOS app to convert audio to text

2023-06-01 Thread prashant.rv
You can upload audio files or just record your voice in it. It does a good job of transcription to text. It even did Hindi for me although English was more accurate. Playing around with Aiko, an amazing, accessible transcription app for Mac and iOS

[AI] Using ChatGpt is now easy, iOS app availabel

2023-06-01 Thread prashant.rv
Just search for ChatGPT in App store. It is the official app. Once you have created an account, you can type in any query and get answers. You can even ask for translation to Hindi and more. Thanks, Prashant Ranjan Verma Accessibility Specialist DAISY Consortium Creating the

[AI] 10 Amazing Prompts That Demonstrate The Capabilities of ChatGPT to Improve The Lives of People With Disabilities

2023-05-25 Thread prashant.rv
10 Amazing Prompts That Demonstrate The Capabilities of ChatGPT to Improve The Lives of People With Disabilities Source: https://www.toptechtidbits.com/163.html Here are 10 innovative prompts aimed at demonstrating the capabilities of ChatGPT to improve the lives of people with various

RE: [AI] Guidance required for 44-year-old sudden blind

2023-05-24 Thread prashant.rv
Give him this information. Major Gopal Mitra lost his eyesight due to bullet injury. After some struggle he got good guidance and now he is head of the Disability Unit of UNICEF in New York. Before this he has also worked in London. Guidance and essential rehab inputs can make all the

RE: [AI] Guidance required for 44-year-old sudden blind

2023-05-24 Thread prashant.rv
If feasible this person may visit NAB Delhi and meet me. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Ram Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 5:16 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] Guidance required for 44-year-old sudden blind Hi, He is 44

Accessible CCTV RE: [AI] security system features for us.

2023-05-23 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, I am informing you of a possible solution for accessible CCTV camera system. Recently when I visited the CSUN Conference in USA, I saw presentation of Blink cameras by Amazon. The brand Blink is owned by Amazon and it has many camera based products for surveillance. This company

RE: [AI] Consider report for making coins friendly for the blind'

2023-05-10 Thread prashant.rv
What is most essential is to ask the Government to give a commitment and timeline for gradually withdrawing all existing notes and replacing them with a new series in which sizes and colours are distinctly different. This is the only long term solution. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in

RE: [AI] MakeMyTrip collaborates with Microsoft, introduces voice assisted travel bookings.

2023-05-09 Thread prashant.rv
I booked a trip to UK with them recently. Did not find this feature as yet. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Payal Ki Jhankar Sent: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 7:10 PM To: AccessIndia: a list for discussing accessibility and issues concerning the disabled. Subject: [AI]

RE: [AI] Workshop Announcement: Cooking without Looking

2023-05-08 Thread prashant.rv
As of now the trainer feels that touch and feel is important and people who will come to the workshop will get to try out several things. The same cannot be done in recorded video. We will explore how we can provide this experience to more participants. May be a different format soon

RE: [AI] Workshop Announcement: Cooking without Looking

2023-05-04 Thread prashant.rv
No, if the recording turns out to be good we will share it. Else it is to be attended in person and experienced hands-on. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of faiyaz attar Sent: Thursday, May 4, 2023 4:56 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Cc:

[AI] Union Bank of India

2023-05-03 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, This Sunday 30th April 2023 NAB Delhi with Union Bank of India and Anand Singh Smarak Samiti conducted a camp in the Burari area of Delhi to facilitate banking services for persons with disabilities. Those who are aware of this area may be knowing that a good number of visually

RE: [AI] Searching for accessible microwave oven.

2023-05-02 Thread prashant.rv
Hello, Myself Prashant and wife Veena were in that show. It was shown many years earlier. At that time we had Cook Magic Microwave from USA. Similar ones are still available but getting from USA is a big task and because of the need for power converter it is overall not a good idea. Later

[AI] Accessibility of governmental websites and apps

2023-04-24 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, Please spare a few minutes for me and give responses in this Google Form. This is for checking the experiences of persons with disability with governmental websites. https://forms.gle/u4vYSSVFd49reba18 Hopefully there will be some outcome of this survey and resulting report.

RE: [AI] New Parliament library logsabha getting inaugurated tomorrow

2023-04-14 Thread prashant.rv
Parliament library can now choose to convert their books to accessible formats and upload to Sugamya. However, this is an option with them, there is no convulsion. Sugamya has institutional membership for all those organizations who want to either contribute accessible books or facilitate

RE: [AI] Most accessible setup box

2023-04-13 Thread prashant.rv
Amazon Fire Stick is better in terms of accessibility. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Ajay Minocha Sent: Friday, April 14, 2023 2:20 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] Most accessible setup box It's far better, I have been

RE: [AI] New Parliament library logsabha getting inaugurated tomorrow

2023-04-13 Thread prashant.rv
They have just joined Sugamya Pustakalaya and can provide all the books available there to any person with print disability. -Original Message- From: 'Mohammed Asif Asif Iqbal (IN)' via AccessIndia Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2023 3:35 PM To: AccessIndia: a list for discussing

RE: [AI] Most accessible setup box

2023-04-11 Thread prashant.rv
Hello Bharat, Amazon Fire Stick seems to be the best option for you. Do not go for Jio Set top box. It has no accessibility feature. Thanks, Prashant -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Harshit Lohia Sent: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 9:22 PM To:

RE: [AI] Checking OTP during call on iPhone

2023-04-03 Thread prashant.rv
When you are in a call, you can use the home button/gesture to go out of the phone app. The call will not get disconnected. Then you can open the message app and open the one which has OTP. It is best to do this with earphone as it will be difficult to hear the screen reader voice as well as

RE: [AI] AccessIndia convention recording upload

2023-03-25 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Harish, Probably I forgot to give you the link to the video I created for my session. You can insert the below link to AccessIndia YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwaMPZ_qM7M thanks, Prashant From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Harish Kotian Sent:

RE: [AI] Where to buy a 3-wheeler scooter?

2023-02-25 Thread prashant.rv
May be you can buy Strom Motors R3 which looks like a car but has just three wheels. It is an electric vehicle and hence very economical to run. Price is 4.5 lakhs. Another one is PMV EaS E for 4.8

RE: [AI] vaccume cleaner purchase

2023-02-25 Thread prashant.rv
Hi, You can buy Dyson models. They are considered to be the best in terms of suction capability and portability. Accessibility is not a concern. Its operation is simple with trigger like button. There are robotic vacuum cleaners as well which go around the room collecting dust. They

RE: [AI] Google Watch feedback

2023-01-12 Thread prashant.rv
Apple Watch is fully accessible to start with. But most things that watch can do can be done by the iPhone also. If you are a fitness freak or want to keep a very close on your body movement and health then you will benefit from some of the additional features of Apple Watch. Personally I

RE: [AI] Re: experiences with Lenovo thinkpad laptops

2022-12-21 Thread prashant.rv
Hi, I have used ThinkPad for many years. It is a rugged and robust machine. Even after 10 years one of my Thinkpad is being used by someone I gave to. In terms of accessibility the models I have seen have physical audio volume, mute, wi-fi buttons. It is mostly constructed in such a way

RE: [AI] Amazon Echo Show is accessible and useful for visually impaired

2022-12-07 Thread prashant.rv
Price currently varies from 5500 for the 5 inch model to 24,000 for the for biggest inch model with best sound. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Murali padmanabhan Sent: Wednesday, December 7, 2022 9:23 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Cc:

[AI] Amazon Echo Show is accessible and useful for visually impaired

2022-12-07 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, You may be aware that Amazon had launched the Echo Show series some time earlier. It is a smart speaker with screen and camera. It is available in different screen sizes of 5 inch, 8 inch and more. It has the same functionality as Amazon Echo speakers. You can say Alexa, and ask it do

RE: [AI] Re: Accessindia convention

2022-11-21 Thread prashant.rv
NAB Delhi team is going to AccessIndia convention. I am also going, we are a group of 8 as of now. Others from Delhi may join us. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Harish Sent: Monday, November 21, 2022 8:19 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in;

RE: [AI] Employment oriented Computer and Personality development training for visually impaired girls organized by NAB Delhi

2022-11-16 Thread prashant.rv
The project donor wants graduation to be an essential criteria. Candidates with better communication skills will be given priority but it is not essential for application. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Babita Moharana Sent: Wednesday, November

RE: [AI] Soliciting ideasfor AccessIndia convention 2023

2022-11-11 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Harish, Is it possible to have the convention on any of the days of Purple Fest, the participants I think will still have time to attend both. We just booked tickets to go there and unfortunately will reach on 5th Jan evening only. Thanks, Prashant -Original Message- From:

[AI] Congratulations to Abhishek Thakur

2022-11-11 Thread prashant.rv
I am pleased to inform that an AccessIndia member and Professor in Delhi School of Social Work Abhishek Thakur will be getting the National Award for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities this year from President of India. He thoroughly deserves this recognition. Congratulations to others

RE: [AI] About Braille Visiting Card.

2022-09-28 Thread prashant.rv
Braille visiting cards can be done at NAB Delhi. Contact Sangeeta on libr...@nabdelhi.in or 9212319671 From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Aman Preet Singh Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:59 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in

RE: [AI] From Charging Lakhs to Offering Proxy Candidates, Is Exam 'Scribe Service' Turning Into 'Business'?

2022-08-15 Thread prashant.rv
If the job for which blind person is applying requires use of computers then the blind candidate should be asked to use the computer to take the competitive examination. For example, if it is bank probationary officer vacancy, the blind candidate can be asked to use the computer for the

RE: [AI] Device for tracking Car

2022-08-02 Thread prashant.rv
I don’t think it takes much battery. And the device should remain active to detect car theft etc. From: 'Anshul Kapoor (अंशुल कपूर)' via AccessIndia Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2022 4:25 PM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: RE: [AI] Device for tracking Car Dear Sir, If I

[AI] Device for tracking Car

2022-07-27 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, Many visually impaired may be wanting to keep a track of their car. Some of the new cars come with connected features where the owner can check where the car is, details of previous trips, set geo fence, check driver's behaviour such as over speeding, harsh breaking etc. Many

RE: [AI] Income tax website

2022-07-27 Thread prashant.rv
Dear all, We need to press for compliance with accessibility standards. If we report issues found by some users only, it will not help in the long term. Besides, few users cannot locate all accessibility issues particularly that users with other disabilities may be facing. There is high

RE: [AI] queries about airtel xstream set top box.

2022-07-21 Thread prashant.rv
Hello, I have not been using the Airtel Xtreme Box for some time now. I checked it today. It seems some things have changed. I opened Settings, then Device Settings and then Accessibility. Accessibility Shortcut should be On and Talkback should be selected as the accessibility service to be

RE: [AI] queries about airtel xstream set top box.

2022-07-19 Thread prashant.rv
To activate and deactivate Talkback you can press and hold the mute button. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of techsavi.shan...@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 6:25 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: [AI] queries about airtel xstream set top box.

RE: [AI] tandem biking in India

2022-06-30 Thread prashant.rv
At NAB Delhi 4 Tandem cycles have been purchased. We want to start some kind of program where blind persons get to use it with sighted volunteers. Please be in touch with Rahul Gambhir for this. Rahul Gambhir rahul.gambhi...@gmail.com From:

[AI] Samyak Jain, UPSC 7th rank holder interviewed by NAB Delhi

2022-06-13 Thread prashant.rv
"Don't consider yourself as less than anyone. You are more than capable and you can show the world that you do not need their "sympathy". Keep fighting and keep your chin high", says Samyak Jain for people with visual impairments in an interview with NAB Delhi. Samyak Jain scored AIR 7 in

RE: [AI] Counsellor

2022-05-09 Thread prashant.rv
Is this person in Delhi? Is it possible to bring him for a meeting to NAB? If not I could talk on phone. From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of APURWA SABDE Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2022 6:25 AM To: accessindia@accessindia.org.in Subject: Re: [AI] Counsellor Thank you all

RE: [AI] Accessible AC :

2022-04-11 Thread prashant.rv
Further to this discussion: I hope some of you know that many remote controlled device can be controlled with Alexa or Google using the universal infrared devices. This device needs to be plugged into the socket and configured in the room where your AC, Music system, cooler etc. is. Finally

RE: [AI] Talking Wrist Watch

2022-03-24 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Shakila, I have a Apple watch. If you are interested in keeping track of your physical activity and health parameters like heart rate etc and if you are willing to wear it most of the time and also remember to charge it everyday then Apple watch will be a good purchase. It is fully

[AI] How close are we to curing blindness?

2022-03-10 Thread prashant.rv
Informative article https://www.freethink.com/health/curing-blindness thanks, Prashant Ranjan Verma Accessibility Specialist DAISY Consortium Creating the best way to read and publish: http://www.daisy.org Certified Professional in Accessibility Core

RE: [AI] Please recommend me Any good Android phone/tablet

2022-02-20 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Minar, NAB Delhi can provide a smart phone free of cost to the visually impaired girl if she fits our eligibility criteria. Please write to me separately and I will try to get this done. Thanks, Prashant -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Ajay

RE: [AI] Accessible Smart Set-top Box

2022-02-18 Thread prashant.rv
Amazon Fire stick uses the internet only. One can install apps like Sony Liv, Hot Star etc. to view live TV channels as well as previous episodes of TV shows etc. Netflix and Amazon Prime video are there too. Unfortunately most entertainment apps are not accessible. Whether you use them

RE: [AI] Book Announcement:

2021-11-13 Thread prashant.rv
This announcement is from NAB Delhi itself. After uploading the book on Sugamya Pustakalaya such announcements are sent to inform people about it. There is nothing unusual here. -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of Aman Preet Singh Sent: Friday,

[AI] RE: Sycamore Row By John Grisham:

2021-09-17 Thread prashant.rv
IN the future while writing such announcement use Digital Library of National Association for the Blind-Delhi supported by Spirotech -Original Message- From: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of NAB Delhi Helpline Sent: Friday, September 17, 2021 2:58 PM To: nabhelpline ;

RE: [AI] Watch "How To Convert Inaccessible Content In To Accessible Format With Robo Braille" on YouTube

2021-08-31 Thread prashant.rv
Note that Robo Braille makes the content readable but it does not provide much needed accessibility features like heading navigation and image description. So, one can use Robo Braille to make something readable but it should not be depended upon by libraries or NGOs as a accessible book

RE: [AI] Bluetooth device with Laptop

2021-06-08 Thread prashant.rv
If you are using newer Jaws then there is a specific setting to tackle this issue. In Jaws Settings Centre > User settings > default, check the checkbox Avoid speech cut off while using Bluetooth -Original Message- From: accessindia@accessindia.org.in On Behalf Of C. Lyngdoh Sent:

RE: [AI] Required information about organisations converting books into Daisy text

2021-05-16 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Vanshi, Most of the organizations listed on the Libraries page of Sugamya Pustakalaya have been creating books in accessible formats. Traditionally most were making audio books but now many have shifted to the text format. The list arranged state-wise is here:

[AI] Review of robotic vacuum cleaner from visually impaired

2021-05-15 Thread prashant.rv
Dear All, These days when domestic help is not available, many would be feeling the need for assistance in cleaning the house. I purchased the Eureka Forbes

[AI] Webinar on FCRA amendments will be live today at 7 pm

2021-04-16 Thread prashant.rv
NAB Delhi is organizing a webinar on 'FCRA amendments and its implications' today on 17 April 2021 at 7 pm. This webinar will be very useful to NGO functionaries, donors and volunteers. You can join the webinar live today at 7 pm on NAB Delhi YouTube channel. You can post your questions in

[AI] FW: CSE – Customer Service Executive Training Program:

2021-03-26 Thread prashant.rv
-Original Message- From: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of NAB Delhi Helpline Sent: Friday, March 26, 2021 10:39 AM To: nabhelpline ; accessin...@accessindia.org Cc: prav...@nabdelhi.in Subject: CSE – Customer Service Executive Training Program: CSE – Customer Service

[AI] FW: Webinar on accessible mobility and navigations:

2021-02-27 Thread prashant.rv
For information From: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of NAB Delhi Helpline Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2021 1:38 PM To: nabhelpline Cc: praveen shankhdhar Subject: Webinar on accessible mobility and navigations: Greetings from NAB Delhi: Due to vision lost, the blind people

[AI] FW: CSE – Customer Service Executive Training Program:

2021-01-15 Thread prashant.rv
Please forward in your network. This is an important announcement. -Original Message- From: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of NAB Delhi Helpline Sent: Friday, January 15, 2021 1:07 PM To: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com Cc: prav...@nabdelhi.in Subject: CSE – Customer Service

[AI] FW: To commemorate the birthday of Louis Braille we present to you a webinar on Integrating Braille with mobile devices:

2020-12-31 Thread prashant.rv
-Original Message- From: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of NAB Delhi Helpline Sent: Thursday, December 31, 2020 4:48 PM To: nabhelpl...@googlegroups.com Cc: prav...@nabdelhi.in Subject: To commemorate the birthday of Louis Braille we present to you a webinar on Integrating

[AI] Re: Two questions about the modalities of making documents accessible

2020-08-08 Thread prashant.rv
Dear Rahul, You should try to convince people to upload and circulate documents in text format and not as scanned images. I think this has benefits for all, people will be able to search for text in documents and use parts of it in other documents if needed. And it will eliminate the main