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Welcome to AppleVis

AppleVis is the go-to online resource for blind and low vision users of Apple products such as the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Our mission is to empower people by providing information on accessibility features, accessible apps, and workarounds, as well as fostering a community of support and sharing of knowledge.

Our community is diverse and inclusive, welcoming people from all around the world, and draws upon a wealth of individual knowledge and experience to help each other in getting the most from Apple hardware and software. With a active and supportive community, and a wealth of collective knowledge and experience, AppleVis is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to fully utilize their Apple products and stay up-to-date with the latest accessibility developments.

Getting Started With Your First Mac, iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch

Getting started with a new Apple product can be overwhelming. To help, we offer curated lists of selected content from our website to help you familiarize yourself with the accessibility features of your device, and answer many of your initial questions. Whether you're new to Apple or an experienced user, these lists will provide valuable information to help you start using your device with confidence.

  • Getting started with your first Mac
  • Getting started with your first iPhone or iPad
  • Getting started with your first Apple Watch

These lists offer just a sample of the wide range of help and information available on AppleVis. They are intended to provide a starting point for learning about your new Apple product, but there is much more to discover. We encourage you to explore the rest of the website, take advantage of the community support and resources available, and continue to learn as you use your device.

Also be sure to browse our iOS & iPadOS, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV App Directories, in which you will find information submitted by our community on the accessibility of 1000s of applications.

If you are looking for iOS and iPadOS apps which have been developed specifically for blind or low vision users and which will help you in your daily life, you can find our list of these here.

Latest Posts And Updates

Going back to the beginning of a book in kindle for iOS is going to drive me to drink, help!

Forum Topic by Moopie Curran
2 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Is it possible to create files that function as internet shortcuts?

Forum Topic by Ricci
18 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

advantages of switching to mac?

Forum Topic by Dennis Long
18 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

IPad’s Split-screen function: is it accessible for us VoiceOver users?

Forum Topic by Gerardo
5 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

List your Apple Stories

Forum Topic by Dominic
19 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Does anybody know the differences between the Apple Watch, Google watch, and Galaxy watch?

Forum Topic by Dominic
11 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

From Your Eyes

iOS and iPadOS App Directory by Emre
Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
40 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

A Quick Guide to the System Settings App in macOS Ventura

Guide by Tyler
12 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Curious About People's Experiences With Using The Estee Lauder Voice-Enabled Makeup Assistant app

Forum Topic by Paige
3 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

developer beta 7 is out for iOS, TV OS, Watch OS and iPad OS

Forum Topic by Dennis Long
29 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Asking one last time then giving up

Forum Topic by Siobhan
7 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Mixonset: Mashup Your Playlist

iOS and iPadOS App Directory by Orinks
Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
8 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 2 days ago

Are there any apps which will let me create and play music with a bluetooth keyboard?

Forum Topic by Diego
3 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

Looking for accessible Sandbox games

Forum Topic by Curly
2 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

voice-over speech output frequently interrupted in MacOS 13.5

Forum Topic by musiccarsfan
6 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

How do I get the Apple Watch workout app to read out splits?

Forum Topic by Sara
0 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

Crossword Puzzles in Apple News Plus

Forum Topic by wiljames
0 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

Learning Logic Pro X: Exploring Interfaces, Choosing a Microphone, and Basic Editing Techniques

Podcast by AppleVis
0 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

Transferring data from old iPhone to a new one - is it accessible?

Forum Topic by Sergey
5 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

All image description functions, including image explorer not working for photos/ images and viewfinder of camera In iOS 17.

Forum Topic by Jay Bee
1 comments. Last update or comment 3 weeks 3 days ago

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