<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto">I just came across this message and thought it might be of interest.<br id="lineBreakAtBeginningOfSignature"><div dir="ltr"><div><span style="font-size: 13pt;">Sherri</span></div><div><br></div><div>Sent from my iPhone</div><div><br></div><div>flmom2006@gmail.com</div></div><div dir="ltr"><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><b>From:</b> "Alan Lemly via groups.io" <walemly=gmail.com@groups.io><br><b>Date:</b> June 8, 2025 at 1:33:20\u202fPM EDT<br><b>To:</b> aw-announcements <aw-announcements@groups.io><br><b>Cc:</b> allison fallin <afallin6542@gmail.com>, Bardtalk <bardtalk@groups.io>, Fantasy Book Club <fantasybookclub@groups.io>, LeDon <ledonb@tx.rr.com>, Mystery Book Group <mysteries@groups.io>, Pages Plus <pagesplus@groups.io>, WritersRetreat List <writersretreat@groups.io>, acb-conversation@acblists.org, bc4000llc@gmail.com, larrygassman1@gmail.com, johngassman@roadrunner.com, myrnavotta@gmail.com, otr-discussion@groups.io, OTR-Announcements Email List <otr-announcements@groups.io>, Tek-Talk-Discussion Email List <tek-talk-discussion@groups.io><br><b>Subject:</b> <b>[aw-announcements] VoiceVista app description from Perplexity AI app for added background to our 6/9/25 Tek Talk program</b><br><b>Reply-To:</b> aw-announcements@groups.io<br><br></div></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr">\ufeff<meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 15 (filtered medium)"><style>@font-face { font-family: "Cambria Math"; }
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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoPlainText">VoiceVista is an iOS navigation app designed specifically for blind and low vision users. It evolved from Microsoft\u2019s discontinued, open-source Soundscape project and is now available under the MIT License[1][2][7]. The app uses advanced iOS audio technology and precise location services to help users develop a mental map of their surroundings, making it easier to navigate unfamiliar environments and follow desired routes[1][2][7].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">Key features include:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **3D Audio Navigation:** Announcements and cues come from the direction of landmarks, providing a realistic sense of space and improving orientation[1][6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **GPS Beacons:** Users can set audible beacons to guide them to specific points of interest (POIs), even if those points haven\u2019t been saved before[4][6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **Breadcrumb Mode:** Users can mark points along their path and automatically generate a reverse route for easy backtracking[6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **Customizable Monitoring:** Beacons can be set to activate only when a user is within a certain distance, reducing unnecessary interruptions[6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **Route Creation:** Users can create routes using Apple Maps, with beacons placed along the path for step-by-step navigation[6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">- **Accessibility:** The app is praised for its intuitive interface and effectiveness in helping users explore new areas and maintain awareness of their surroundings[1][6].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">VoiceVista is considered a critical tool for the blind and low vision community, offering reassurance and independence in daily mobility[1][2][8].<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">Sources<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[1] VoiceVista on the App Store <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/voicevista/id6450388413">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/voicevista/id6450388413</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[2] VoiceVista - AppleVis <a href="https://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/navigation/voicevista">https://www.applevis.com/apps/ios/navigation/voicevista</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[3] Voice Vista App: The Soundscape resurrection ... - YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47mwTnTrHRw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47mwTnTrHRw</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[4] Why I Like Using the VoiceVista App to Help Me Get Around <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfxPFWWon44">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfxPFWWon44</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[5] VoceVista \u2013 Software for Voice Analysis and Sound Visualization <a href="https://www.vocevista.com/en/">https://www.vocevista.com/en/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[6] My Favorite New VoiceVista app features : r/Blind - Reddit <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Blind/comments/1ghlo04/my_favorite_new_voicevista_app_features/">https://www.reddit.com/r/Blind/comments/1ghlo04/my_favorite_new_voicevista_app_features/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[7] BLT Bite: A quick look at Voice Vista navigation app - YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rq57KPI33QQ">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rq57KPI33QQ</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">[8] VoiceVista for Leisure Activities - APH ConnectCenter <a href="https://aphconnectcenter.org/familyconnect/ideas-for-home-community/helpful-products/soundscape-for-leisure-activities/">https://aphconnectcenter.org/familyconnect/ideas-for-home-community/helpful-products/soundscape-for-leisure-activities/</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">Alan Lemly<o:p></o:p></p></div>
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