Dear AccessWorld readers,
One year ago at this time, AccessWorld took a step "out of the box" with Bill Holton's investigation of cutting edge vision-correction technology. In his article, Four Emerging Vision-Enhancing Technologies: the Implantable Miniature Telescope, the Telescopic Contact Lens, the Argus II Retinal Prosthesis, and the Artificial Silicon Retina, he reported on emerging technologies with the potential to enhance the useable vision of many individuals with age-related macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa. Based on reader feedback on this and his subsequent vision research articles, approximately once per quarter, AccessWorld will publish research articles as they pertain to the most common forms of vision loss. As research is ongoing, there will always be something newsworthy to say in this area, and we look forward to bringing you the information.
Over the past year, AccessWorld author Deborah Kendrick has also been bringing you information about the work of the Smith-Kettlewell Institute. This month Deborah concludes her five-part series with a profile of a retiring leader at Smith-Kettlewell: pioneer, scientist, and role model Bill Gerrey.
When it comes to product evaluations, the September issue has that covered as well. In this issue, learn about the Overcast podcast player app for iOS, Spotify Free and Songza music player apps for iOS, the Focus Blue 40 braille display, and the joys and challenges of running Windows on a Mac.
As I'm sure you have all noticed, the days are now growing noticeably shorter. Students have returned to school, and it's now a logical time to begin thinking about work and careers. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and next month AccessWorld will recognize its observance by taking a closer look at new employment resources for people with vision loss as well as by revisiting tried and true job search strategies. Of course, we will also be looking at technology to support and enhance your career and work life.
The AccessWorld team hopes you will read each article in this and every issue to gain as much access information as possible. As technology is always advancing, we encourage you to stay proactive in seeking out new access strategies that may better meet your particular situation.
Sincerely,
Lee Huffman
AccessWorld Editor-in-Chief
American Foundation for the Blind
