[NJTechDiv] April 2026 Presentation Notes

[Andy]

NFBNJ April 2026 Presentation

This month’s short presentation covered password management, developments in NVDA, highlights from CSUN 2026, and a mix of new tools and apps.

1Password and Accessibility

Password management remains an essential part of digital independence, and 1Password continues to be a popular option among blind users. A recent Access On episode <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/access-on-podcast/nvda-past-present-and-future> provides a comprehensive look at how 1Password works, including its strengths and accessibility considerations. 

For users of JAWS, Hartgen Consultancy offers custom scripts <https://hartgenconsultancy.com/1Password/> designed to improve the experience when using 1Password on Windows.

NVDA: Past, Present, and Future

NVDA continues to be a cornerstone of free, open-source screen access. This Access On episode <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/access-on-podcast/nvda-past-present-and-future> explores the history and evolution of NVDA.

NVDA Coach <https://tonygebhard.me/nvdacoach/>, developed by Tony Gebhard, helps users learn and master NVDA. Future updates and features are discussed here <https://tonygebhard.me/2026/04/07/so-much-is-coming-for-nvda-coach/>.

CSUN 2026 Highlights

The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference remains a major focal point for innovation in accessibility. An Access On recap is available here <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/access-podcast/recapping-2026-csun-assistive-technology-conference>.

For a written overview of standout sessions, see this CSUN Highlights Article <https://inclusivepublishing.org/blog/csun-2026-highlights-and-takeaways/>.

Accessible Gaming from L-Works

L-Works continues to modernize accessible games. They are doing this by providing old source code written in Visual Basic 6 to AI tools, which create modern code for the games. Examples include: Super Liam <http://l-works.net/superliam.php> and The Great Toy Robbery <http://l-works.net/tgtr.php>. There is much more on YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIRs9H-zq5I&t=1108s> about Super Liam, a classic audiogame. L-Works is planning on modernizing more titles in the future.

FLASHNOTE: A Simple Note-Taking Tool

FLASHNOTE is a lightweight note-taking application. Learn more at this Blog Post <https://blog.blackspheretech.com/?p=505>. Download FLASHNOTE <https://softvoile.com/flashnote>.

Expanding Possibilities with Meta Ray-Ban Apps

New apps for Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses are expanding hands-free capabilities. Tim Dixon explores this here. Read More <https://www.timdixon.net/blog/2026/03/hands-free-vision-why-new-apps-on-meta-ray-bans-change-everything/>.

Apple Turns 50

Apple is celebrating its 50th anniversary. An Access On episode discusses its impact; you can Listen Here <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/access-on-podcast/apple-50-blind-people-and-our-allies-shaping>.

David Pogue’s book provides a broader history with his book, Apple: The First 50 Years <https://www.applefirst50.com/>. The book is also available on Bookshare.
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