Technology guides
If you have a sensory loss, technology can help facilitate connections to the outside world, increase independence and improve access to information and opportunities necessary to enhance quality of life.
Vision Northumberland’s Tech page offers information and advice to help you get the most out of accessible technology and the tools available to support people living with sensory loss.
Our Assistive Tech Series has been designed to provide simple, clear instructions for those with a sensory impairment. You can read or download a guide by clicking on the title below. If you require a guide in another format, please let us know.
Guides
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Smartphone & tablet accessibility |
Vision loss | Hearing loss |
| ios accessibility features | ||
| Android accessibility features | ||
| Connecting hearing aids to your smartphone | ||
Smartphone & tablet apps |
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| Navigation | ||
| Magnification | ||
| Music | ||
| Using Relay UK - iOS | Android | ||
Smart speakers |
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| Downloading Alexa app | ||
| Creating an Amazon account | ||
| Alexa voice commands | ||
| Setting a reminder on Alexa | ||
| Setting an alarm on Alexa | ||
| Setting Alexa up to make phone calls | ||
| Connecting Spotify to Alexa | ||
| Downloading Google Home app | ||
| Setting up a Google speaker | ||
PC Accessibility |
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| Accessibility settings for Windows 10 | ||
| Accessibility settings for Windows 11 | ||
Audiobook guides |
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| Borrowbox | ||
| Dolphin EasyReader | ||
| Calibre Audio | ||
| RNIB Reading Service | ||
Narrator for PC |
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| Setting up Narrator for Windows 10 | ||
| Setting up Narrator for Windows 11 | ||
Purchasing advice |
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| Purchasing an accessible PC | ||
| Purchasing an accessible tablet | ||
Hearing loss |
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| Connecting to Hearing Loops | ||
Tech Support
Sometimes a guide isn't enough. So if you can’t find what you’re looking for or need additional support, please get in touch with our Technology Enablement Coordinator, Nathan Miller.
To request help with your tech:
- Call: 01670 514316
- Email: nathan.miller@vision-northumberland.org
- Complete an online referral form