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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

My Thoughts on the Current State of macOS as a Blind User

Blog Post by Tyler
61 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Braille screen input bug, anyone else?

Forum Topic by Kerie
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Who is a fan of TikTok?

Forum Topic by Applerocks
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Internal Server Error on Mona

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MacOS quicknav: how do I choose what will be on my rotor?

Forum Topic by Bruce Harrell
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Forum Topic by rachel
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Be My Eyes

iOS and iPadOS App Directory by Mr Potato Head
Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
95 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Visually impaired people will be able to navigate NYC subway system with help of upcoming app, reports 9 to 5 Mac

Forum Topic by Dominic
5 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

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Forum Topic by Misty Dawn
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ToobyTooby.

Forum Topic by Applerocks
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Request help reporting the IOS stuttering bug.

Forum Topic by Ambro
4 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Macbook Air M1 shut down problem

Forum Topic by shanahanw
2 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Duolingo - Language Lessons

iOS and iPadOS App Directory by Aaron C
Usability Rating: There are some accessibility issues with this app, but it can still be used if you are willing to tolerate these issues and learn how to work around them.
91 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

JetPack and WordPress mobile app: accessibility issue introduced

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Best iPhone app to record in stereo iPhone 14 pro

Forum Topic by Moopie Curran
2 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Kindle with Braille Display Issues?

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1 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Google Drive is unusable with current Safari

Forum Topic by PaulMartz
13 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

What is every ones fave app to listen to police scanners.

Forum Topic by Applerocks
2 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Comparing apples (apple) and oranges (windows) - What would you like me to look at?

Forum Topic by The Oliver Kennett
16 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

Firefox: Private, Safe Browser

iOS and iPadOS App Directory by Piotr Machacz
Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
6 comments. Last update or comment 1 month 1 week ago

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