I bought Pocket because it seemed like the perfect device for me. It could record conversations, create transcripts, and pull out action items and to-do lists. The biggest selling point was the ability to use it with phone calls.

Unfortunately, the hardware was not the problem. The app was not accessible enough for me to use the features I needed, so I returned it.

That experience highlights a bigger issue I face whenever I consider new technology. A great device can become useless if the app that controls it is inaccessible.

I also talk about a very different accessibility experience. When my Mac nearly ran out of storage and became difficult to use, ChatGPT helped me diagnose the problem and work through the fix in Terminal. It was a strong reminder of how valuable AI can be for people who are blind or have low vision.

I also share details about the NFB of Pennsylvania scholarship raffle and give an update on Ziggy as he continues recovering after chemotherapy.

Accessibility has to include both the hardware and the software.

As a blind consumer, I have to consider accessibility before buying new technology.

AI can provide real independence, from describing images to helping solve complicated technology problems.

Return policies matter because accessibility problems are not always obvious right away.

Why I returned Pocket.

Why taking notes during phone calls can be difficult when using a screen reader.

How ChatGPT helped me fix a major storage problem on my Mac.

Why I believe AI can be such an important accessibility tool.

How the NFB of Pennsylvania scholarship raffle works.

How Ziggy is doing after chemotherapy.