Join us for our 2026 Virtual Technology Fair, a day to explore the latest technology that can help individuals experiencing vision loss. Tune in and join us from anywhere around the world!

The Technology Fair will feature several sessions, each diving into a different technology topic and highlighting helpful tools, resources, and innovations for the visually impaired community. Led by expert instructors, each session will offer a chance to explore what’s new, discover technology you may not have tried before, and pick up a few tips and tricks along the way. Stick around after each presentation for a live Q&A, and get to know some of the top organizations shaping the technology world. With a diverse group of topics to explore, there’s sure to be something that catches your interest!

Date: Friday, November 20, 2026

Time: 12:00–4:00 p.m. ET

Location: VIRTUAL on Zoom (link provided upon registration)

Cost: Free

Last Year’s Technology Fair Exhibitors

• AdaptiVision, Inc.
• BrailleDoodle by TouchPad Pro Foundation
• Bricks for the Blind
• Eschenbach
• Easterseals Massachusetts
• Helen Keller National Center
• Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
• New England Low Vision & Blindness
• New England College of Optometry
• Perkins Braille & Talking Book Library
• PLAN of MA & RI
• UNAR LABS
• VA Blind Rehab Services
• Vision Through Music

Last Year’s Technology Fair Presentations

• 9:30 – 10:15 AM | Magnification Tools for iOS and Android with Nick Bergen

Learn how to make the most of magnification apps, including iOS’s built-in Magnifier and Android’s Magnifying Glass. Discover a new iPhone + Mac setup that functions like a portable CCTV, available on iOS 26.

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• 11:00 – 11:45 AM | AI Live Video for Greater Independence with David Titus

Explore how Google Gemini and other AI platforms can enhance independence through live video. We’ll cover practical use cases, potential limitations, and tips for safe, effective use.

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• 12:45 – 1:30 PM | Smart Glasses Mash-up with Brian Switzer & Izzy Bermudez

Compare the latest smart glasses, including Envision Glasses and Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. Learn how they assist with navigation, object recognition, text reading, and more to find the device that best fits your lifestyle.

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• 2:15 – 3:00 PM | JAWS & Google Workspace Essentials with David Kingsbury

Get up to speed with Google Docs, Sheets, and Drive using JAWS. This session covers essential skills for school and the workplace, including file management and collaborative editing.

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