[NFBSF] NFBSF Digest, Vol 233, Issue 1
Sagar Gupta
sagarng95 at gmail.com
Fri Sep 4 16:00:46 UTC 2026
Hello,
We will meet around the big chair statue at the top of the stairs. I will
be helping locate folks and bring themto our meeting area. Feel free to
give me a text or call when arriving: 510-589-3356. Please map to the 750
Howard St address and it will get you very close to that location.
On Fri, Sep 4, 2026 at 8:52 AM Lauren Paland via NFBSF <nfbsf at nfbnet.org>
wrote:
> Hi, I am wanting to join in or get together on Saturday at Yerba buena
> garden, but would like to find out more specific info on where people are
> meeting up for the get together. Someone please specify on where exactly
> people are gathering like the north west corner of certain streets, please,
> thank you.
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > Today's Topics:
> >
> > 1. REMINDER: our next NFBSF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
> > September 08, 2026 AT 6 PM (Jim Barbour)
> > 2. Fwd: Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability Study:
> > $250 Compensation (Sheela Gunn)
> >
> >
> > ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >
> > Message: 1
> > Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0700 (PDT)
> > From: Jim Barbour <jbar at barcore.com>
> > To: nfbsf at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: [NFBSF] REMINDER: our next NFBSF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
> > September 08, 2026 AT 6 PM
> > Message-ID: <202609011600.681G00K3017573 at nfbcal.org>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> >
> > San Francisco Chapter Members,
> >
> > We invite you to join us for the next NFB San Francisco Chapter Meeting
> on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Below is the schedule and all the
> information you need to participate.
> >
> > 6:00 - 6:30 PM: NFBSF Welcome & Social Time
> >
> > Join us before the formal meeting for an informal time to connect with
> fellow members. This is a great time for new members to introduce
> themselves and for returning members to catch up. A board member will be
> present to welcome everyone and answer questions.
> >
> > 6:30 - 8:00 PM: Formal NFBSF Chapter Meeting
> >
> > Our regular business meeting will begin at 6:30 PM. We will cover
> updates, announcements, and ongoing chapter business. Your participation is
> important, and we welcome everyone to contribute to the discussion.
> >
> > After 8:00 PM: Social Time and Community Connection
> >
> > Once the formal meeting is adjourned, the Zoom room will remain open for
> anyone who wants to stay and connect further. This time is flexible -- some
> people leave right after the meeting, while others stay to chat, catch up,
> or offer support as needed. Feel free to stay as long as you like!
> >
> > How to Join the Meeting:
> >
> > The meeting will be held on the Zoom platform. You can join using the
> Zoom app on your computer or smartphone, or dial in from a regular phone.
> >
> > Step 1: Download Zoom if needed. Download the Zoom app here:
> >
> > https://www.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting
> >
> > Step 2: Join the meeting. Click this link to join
> >
> >
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6535619678?pwd=g2r7hfzZq8UC4czxbEKdlnqtf0c7yw.1&omn=84192401716
> >
> > Step 3: Dial-In Option. Prefer to join by phone? Follow these steps:
> >
> > *Tip: Press star six (6) to mute/unmute yourself during the call.
> >
> > 1. Dial: 669-900-6833
> > 2. Enter The Meeting ID: 653 561 96 78 followed by the pound (#) key.
> > 3. Enter the meetig Passcode: 418866#
> >
> > Or, if you are on a device that recognizes dialing instructions,
> you can double tap on one of these 2 one-touch dialing options.
> >
> > +16694449171,,6535619678#,,,,*418866# US
> > +16699006833,,6535619678#,,,,*418866# US (San Jose)
> >
> > Step 4: Login to the meeting via the web or app using ID and password.
> >
> > 1. Choose the "join Meeting" option from within the app or web
> page.
> > 2. Enter The Meeting ID: 653 561 96 78
> > 3. Enter the meetig Passcode: NFBSF
> >
> > TIP: note that the password is entirely in upper case and is not
> a number.
> >
> > We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Whether
> you join us for social time, the formal meeting, or community connection
> after the meeting, we are always glad to come together as a chapter.
> >
> > If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to
> reach out.
> >
> > In Federation Spirit,
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> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Message: 2
> > Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2026 22:29:09 -0700
> > From: Sheela Gunn <sheela at topgunntet.com>
> > To: sfcl at ccblists.groups.io, "Bayview chapter, CCB"
> > <Bayview at ccblists.groups.io>, "\"NFB of San Francisco"
> > <nfbsf at nfbnet.org>
> > Subject: [NFBSF] Fwd: Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability
> > Study: $250 Compensation
> > Message-ID: <e8ccdbb5-3a90-414d-b599-72bb654282fb at topgunntet.com>
> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8; format=flowed
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > -------- Forwarded Message --------
> > Subject: Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability Study: $250
> > Compensation
> > Date: Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:00:18 +0000
> > From: American Foundation for the Blind <info at action.afb.org>
> > Reply-To: info at action.afb.org
> > To: Sheela Gunn <sheela at topgunntet.com>
> >
> >
> >
> > Help shape SpeakyAI before its U.S. launch by participating in a
> > usability study.
> > American Foundation for the Blind.
> >
> >
> > *Paid SpeakyAI Study: Participate and Receive a $250 Amazon Gift Card*
> >
> > AFB is seeking participants for a usability study with Mediavoice to
> > test SpeakyAI, a new smartphone app that enables users to control their
> > phones using voice commands and simple gestures. Participants will have
> > the opportunity to provide feedback that will help improve the app
> > before its launch in the United States.
> >
> > Participants will have approximately two weeks for usability testing
> > (estimated at about ten hours) and other activities, including:
> >
> > * A thirty-minute onboarding session with AFB and Mediavoice
> > * Approximately 10 hours of usability testing over a two-week period
> > * Feedback submitted through a brief form, followed by a thirty-minute
> > closeout interview with AFB and Mediavoice
> >
> > To be eligible, participants must:
> >
> > * Be between the ages of 40 and 60 years old
> > * Be blind or have low vision
> > * Currently use an Android smartphone
> > * Reside in the United States
> > * Be able to participate in sessions remotely via video call from home
> > * Be comfortable trying tasks on their own without sighted assistance
> >
> > Eligible applicants will be contacted for a brief screening call. Six
> > participants will be selected to take part in the study. Participants
> > who complete all study activities will receive a $250 Amazon gift card
> > as compensation for their time.
> >
> > If you’re interested in participating, please complete the screening
> > form
> > <
> https://click.everyaction.com/k/138362872/643846091/544050102?sourceid=&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwMy8xLzcyODI3IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImNmMGZkZjU4LTM3YTYtZjExMS05YjMzLTAwMjI0ODJhOWE4ZCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAic2hlZWxhQHRvcGd1bm50ZXQuY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=D6LESTmvosHN2McFk6XGVTNB_DApuqm_vD4L-Gx8gKE=&emci=bc7f95ad-4fa5-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&emdi=cf0fdf58-37a6-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&ceid=12045333
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> >
> > Complete the Participant Questionnaire
> > <
> https://click.everyaction.com/k/138362874/643846096/-86733898?sourceid=&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwMy8xLzcyODI3IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImNmMGZkZjU4LTM3YTYtZjExMS05YjMzLTAwMjI0ODJhOWE4ZCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAic2hlZWxhQHRvcGd1bm50ZXQuY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=D6LESTmvosHN2McFk6XGVTNB_DApuqm_vD4L-Gx8gKE=&emci=bc7f95ad-4fa5-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&emdi=cf0fdf58-37a6-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&ceid=12045333
> >
> >
> >
> > If you are selected to participate, you can expect to hear back from us
> > within approximately two weeks of submitting your form.
> >
> > *Please note:* This invitation is intended for a select group of
> > recipients. Please do not forward or share the study link with others.
> >
> > Thank you for your interest!
> >
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