We have released a quick hotfix, version 2.3.0.1, for both the Speak and Player, that should hopefully resolve the internet radio issue for those affected. It is a very difficult one to reproduce here, since our devices do not show this behavior.
Please update your devices again, and kindly let us know if playback works for you now.
You can find user manuals in several languages and the quick start guide in English on this page.
This upgrade for the BrailleSense 6 and BrailleSense 6 mini adds Dot Pad support and integration, offering multi dimensional access to our BrailleSense Math graphs, tactile viewing of images directly from the File Manager, and multi line access to menus, lists, and text throughout the system.
We’ve also integrated the web TV add-on in to the firmware, re-established Shared Drive access in Google Drive, and now support the Zoom recorders as USB recording devices.
In addition, we have updated all apps in the App Installer in the Android Apps menu, and have uploaded new versions of all of the Optional Add-on applications to update for various issues. You may simply redownload the apps you have already installed from either of these areas, and they will be automatically updated to the latest versions.
Please find the complete list of fixes and improvements in the update in the attached release note here.
SELVAS BLV would like to announce a fix for BookShare access across all HIMS products except new BrailleSense 7 series. We recently became aware that BookShare access had been disrupted on several devices, including the BrailleSense 6 and MINI, eMotion, and SensePlayer EZ and ET. An updated BrailleSense 7 firmware containing this fix will be released shortly.
Thanks to the quick work of our development team, the issue has been resolved; however, a small action is required from users.
A new version of the BookShare app is now available for all affected products.
To use the new version of the BookShare app to avoid recent disruptions experienced, please follow the instructions below:
Installing the new app will automatically update your existing BookShare application, and access will resume as normal.
Note: On the BrailleSense 6 and MINI, the label may indicate that the app will install to the Extras menu. This is an outdated label; the app will correctly install to the Library menu.
This update should fully restore BookShare access. If you continue to experience any issues, please contact the appropriate technical support team for your region so they can assist you further.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
We’re excited to announce the launch of the BrailleSense 7 – the all-new smart braille tablet that combines Android 15, type in Braille or QWERTY input, Gemini AI, and responsive touch navigation technology with a premium 32 or 40-cell braille display.
Whether you’re working, studying, or staying connected, BrailleSense 7 delivers speed, intelligence, and accessibility in one sleek device.
Pre-orders are now open, with shipping starting in October.
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We are excited to announce that BT Braille has entered full production and is now shipping. As we close the Early Adopter period, we have updated the BT Braille product page with the latest product information, features, and specifications.
The feedback and support of our Early Adopters have helped us strengthen BT Braille and introduce major new capabilities, including:
BT Braille combines the flexibility of a modern Braille terminal with a complete, standalone Braille computer designed for everything from education and communication to productivity and programming.
BT Braille 20 units are currently in stock and available for purchase. Remember- trade in an eligible Blazie Engineering product and receive $200 toward your BT Braille purchase! There is currently a waitlist for BT Braille 40 units, and we will provide an update as soon as they become available. Visit the BT Braille product page to explore BT Braille capabilities and place your order, or call us at (772) 214-1616 for assistance.
We are grateful to everyone who helped us reach this milestone and look forward to putting BT Braille into the hands of even more users.
This update introduces many new features and enhancements, including Dropbox support and Terminal mode for BT Braille, which allows BT Braille to connect to and control devices such as an iPhone or computer. Many improvements have been made to playing audio including keeping your listening position after a deep escape or a reboot.
This newest Monarch software update gives blind or low vision students the tools they need to complete assessments, explore equations, collaborate on documents, and continue working with digital and tactile information independently.
Take a look at a few of the features coming to Monarch and Monarch applications with the new update:
Exam mode creates a testing-friendly environment within Monarch, making testing a comfortable process for both students and teachers. Teachers can customize which apps are available during exam mode, and which are turned off. This helps to ensure students can take advantage of all the Monarch’s tactile and braille capabilities distraction-free.
Added support for sharing files, modifiable document permissions, and a new “Shared with Me” section within KeyDrive assists users collaborating on documents. The added support, as well as new shared document organizations, can help users access and modify shared documents with ease.
A complete re-design of the graph viewer streamlines user experience and simplifies student learning. With this new design users can: select curves and view their function in braille, view hatch marks on axes, view and rename axes labels in braille that adjust automatically with zoom and hear an audible description of a curve. New shortcuts to toggle output between fractions and decimals, as well as a math symbol search bar, are also available.
To assist blind or low vision users interacting with visual content, TactileViewer updates focus on improving clarity. SVG files are now supported, and PDF files now offer 9 levels of zoom as opposed to the standard 4. Users can “quick zoom” by long pressing the zoom buttons. The new “Describe with AI” shortcut gives a general description of the image as well as populates hidden annotations that can be tapped for more information on a specific section of the image. The new “Call Out Annotations” shortcut can be used to find annotations in an image. Edge detection filter will be automatically applied to all non-PDF images but can be toggled on and off. This filter identifies structural outlines of an image, alongside removing image “noise” like shading and colors, making visual content easier to navigate.
Nemeth and UEB will now use MathCAT for improved math translations. Syntactically incorrect math expressions can now be saved to a document, helping to improve mathematical error handling.
Improvements to eBRL styling streamline user experience when viewing eBraille files. An improved OAUTH provider login also helps to improve the reading process for users.
These updates build on Monarch’s growing ecosystem of educational tools and integrations introduced earlier this year including Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, JAWS and NVDA, as well as eBraille and Wing It. Our Monarch team continues to work on building a system that supports independent learning, provides users with new technology, and never stops improving existing applications.
If you have any questions or concerns about updating your Monarch, please contact our Monarch Support Team at [email protected] or (833) 447-8444.
As a thank you for NFB’s invaluable contribution to Monarch and to the members who provided the important feedback which guided development, HumanWare is offering Monarch for the promotional price of $12,900, a $2,600 savings, to NFB members between July 4 and December 31, 2026.
This offer is available to NFB members. The special pricing applies whether you purchase your Monarch:
The promotional price remains the same regardless of where you purchase.
Learn how to become an NFB member →
Offer valid through December 31, 2026. This offer cannot be combined with any other promotion, discount, or special pricing. Available to U.S. citizens only.
DBT 15.1 for Windows and DBT 15.1 for Mac are now available.
Please read below for what is new in DBT 15.1:
Full details of DBT release history are available on the Duxbury Systems website.
To check if you are eligible for a free update to DBT 15.1 or to see an estimated update price quote please open your current DBT version and go to Help/Check for Updates in the menus.
To get an official price quote please contact [email protected] or your AT dealer.