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Welcome to AppleVis

AppleVis is the go-to resource for blind, DeafBlind, and low vision users of Apple technologies. A proud member of the Be My Eyes family, AppleVis' mission is to empower people who are blind, DeafBlind, or who have low vision to get the most from Apple products and services. With an active, engaged user base and a vast collective understanding of vision accessibility on Apple's platforms, members of our community support each other in accessing the maximum potential of Apple hardware, software, and services.

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.

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Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
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Usability Rating: The app is fully accessible with VoiceOver and is easy to navigate and use.
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Books app and books with embedded media.

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Latest Non-Apple Posts

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