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Nov 2020
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Blind Bargains Qast 219: The 2020 Blind ...

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About this episode

Welcome to our 6th annual Blind Bargains Holiday Shopping Guide. Once again, we've brought the deals straight to your audio feed. Sit back and relax as some of your favorite merchants, or perhaps some that are new to you, tell you about their latest products and services as well as some holiday deals. We'd like to sincerely thank all of the companies who were apart of this show. Below you'll find information about each company in the order they appear in the show.
We hope you have a socially-distanced, safe and fulfilling Thanksgiving weekend.

Ending the year with a boom at Envision

Working around the clock, led to a final boom at the end of 2020 where Envision can proudly present the Envision App as the best text recognition app on the market today and our Envision Glasses have officially hit the market.

Best text recognition app out there!

We have met all of our (and your) development milestones for 2020. You know us as a great recognition app, but we have put all of our powers together to create the best text recognition app out there. Let's start at the beginning.

We started 2020 with adding dynamic type support and the jump to page feature in document scanning. We then went on to many much-requested features like adding support for more file types like Word and ePub and topped it up with the library feature. This means you can import types of documents read them and save it within the Envision app itself.

We're rounding off the year with two more unique features - firstly column detection, so now newspapers, recipes and many more documents with columns are easy to read. And you can also translate entire documents to in over 50 different languages.

For everyone who has not had a chance to (re-)try Envision after all implementations, we give everyone 14 days Envision for free, also those who have already tried Envision before. After the free trial, you receive 35% off our annual subscription! Please try everything out on iOS or Android and get yourself the discount from December first onwards until the 31st

Start your trial now

And now on to even bigger news in 2020, Envision has officially launched the Envision Glasses.

Envision Glasses are now worldwide available.

"Now Shipping Worldwide: Envision Glasses, the Most Advanced AI-powered Assistive Glasses Ever Made for the Blind and Visually Impaired". This is the headline of the press release Envision sent out this week. For those who haven't heard about the Envision Glasses yet, this is what our co-founder Karthik Kannan mentioned:

"We're delighted to bring Envision Glasses to market and empower blind and visually impaired people worldwide with greater independence and a hands-free, easy way to see' the world around them through the spoken word."

We invite you to visit our Envision Glasses website and explore what the Glasses can do for you. No matter where in the world you are, we've got you covered.

iOS Access for All

I'm thrilled to announce the forthcoming release of iOS Access for All: Your Comprehensive Guide to Accessibility for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch (iOS 14 Edition). It s the most comprehensive iOS accessibility resource anywhere! iOS Access for All guides you step-by-step through Apple tools designed or people with blindness, low-vision, hearing impairments, and motor disabilities. Readers also learn how to make the most of all apps installed by Apple, along with iOS. You will also find reviews of over 100 outstanding App Store apps that happen to be accessible.

Visit www.iosaccessbook.com to get your copy and save 15 percent for a limited time.

A. T. Guys

This is my favorite message of the year to write, because we get to talk about holiday shopping and deals. It's also exciting because we just rolled out a brand new website. If you just want to see all of the deals in one place, Go here to view all of our holiday specials. We'll be adding and rotating deals from time to time, but most deals are good through December 6. Yes you can order over the phone as well starting on Monday at 269-216-4798. I know we are running a bit behind on phone calls lately, and we truly appreciate your patience as we work to provide an enhanced level of customer service.

Aftershokz Huge Sale

Aftershokz is known for huge holiday discounts, and this year's may be the best ever. Get the high-end Aeropex bone conduction headphones for $124.95 with free shipping, a $35 savings. Or check out the brand new OpenMove, the latest entry-level pair, available now for $79.95. Aftershokz makes some of the highest quality headsets on earth, and we think you'll love how lightweight and versatile they are.

Go here to browse all Aftershokz products

WayAround AIRA Sale

Did you know? WayAround and AIRA have partnered for a huge promotion, and this means you can get tags on sale. Enter coupon code AIRA for 10 percent off any order of WayAround products such as stickers, buttons, clips, or magnets through the end of 2020. There's no limit to the amount of tags you can get with this deal.

Go here to apply the WayAround coupon and save 10 percent.

Upgraded Victor Reader Trek Now Available

Humanware has just released a big software update for the Victor Reader Trek, their standalone book reader and GPS. The new update gives more accurate maps, and a host of improvements to help you travel or explore your surroundings virtually. The update is free for current owners, or you can get a brand new Victor Trek now on sale.

Get the Victor Reader Trek now for $649

More Deals

Here's some of the other great deals we have for you. Be sure to check our website for everything we have to offer.

Tribit QuietPlus Active Noise Cancelation Bluetooth Headset

$69.95, Save $10. This over-the-ear headset can connect via Bluetooth or a headphone jack and gives great sound and peace and quiet.

Xfactor -Karaoke Microphone & Bluetooth Speaker

$20, save 33 percent. A fun Bluetooth speaker with echo, voice changer, and more. A great gift for the kids.

Matias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard for iPhone/Mac/Windows/Android

$95, while supplies last. We just have a few of these full-sized Bluetooth keyboards remaining. Up to 1 year of battery life. Pair to 4 devices at once.

Aluminum USB External Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows and Mac

$7, save $3. A simple way to add an extra audio device to your computer.

Keep in Touch!

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AIRA + YOU = HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Aira provides visual description and assistance through trained agents and our free smart phone app for iOS or Android. Learn more about our service at http://www.aira.io.

Get an aira gift card for someone or treat yourself at http://www.aira.io/gift-2020.

Or bundle a great holiday gift that includes Aira and WayAround at http://www.aira.io/wayaround.

Need more info? Call our Customer care Team 6Am to 6Pm Pacific time at 1.800.835.1934 or email support@aira.io.

Elegant Insights

Elegant Insights offers a sensational selection of holiday gifts, jewelry, and accessories for everyone on your list. From business card cases to sports themed key tags to jewelry that's sweet and sentimental, your presents can be perfectly personalized with either braille or engraving. Check out our collection of wine glass charms and bottle identifiers for all those special celebrations. Or, show her she's your shining star with our celestial jewelry collection. Can't decide? Give an Elegant Insights digital gift card. Have a design in mind? Call 702-605-1265. Shop Elegant Insights Braille Creations for that special touch of holiday sparkle!

https://elegantinsightsjewelry.com

Scentsy with Nini

Fill your life with fragrance with a safe alternative to traditional candles. No flame, smoke, soot or lead. Safe for children and pets.

Products include warmers and wax bars, diffusers and oils, fan diffusers and pods, fragrance flowers, room sprays, travel tins, scent circles, Scentsy Buddies, and so much more!

With over 80 different fragrances, a variety of products and prices beginning at $3, there is something for everyone on your gift list.

For additional information or to place an order, telephone or text me, 916-206-1151; email, nini95626@sbcglobal.net; or website, https://nini.scentsy.us

Happy Holidays!

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