The Be My Eyes app is now available for Windows, specifically for the AI feature.

Be My Eyes is an app that allows users to create a video call with a sighted volunteer for assistance. It has evolved to include artificial intelligence (AI) functionality called Be My AI, which can provide descriptions of images.

The Windows app offers four main options: describe the screen, describe a picture taken using the built-in camera, describe a picture from file explorer, and describe the clipboard. The AI provides detailed descriptions and can answer follow-up questions. The app is simple to use and can be beneficial for blind or partially-sighted individuals.

Chapters

• Introduction (00:00)
• Be My AI: AI-Powered Image Descriptions (01:24)
• Describe My Screen (06:59)
• Take Picture Using Built-in Camera (13:47)
• Describe Picture from File Explorer (17:31)
• Final Thoughts on Benefits of Be My Eyes for Windows (20:03)

Be My Eyes Download Links

About Shaun of the Shed

Shaun of the Shed gives those new to the world of technology a helping hand with everything from using a screen reader or smart speakers to unboxing and starting up a new computer.

Host Shaun Preece is an audio producer from Manchester who has a real passion for technology. Despite being born with a visual impairment, Shaun's sight has worsened over the years and as such he has depended more on assistive technology.

You can also hear Shaun on AMI's Double Tap podcast, airing weekly at noon Eastern on AMI-audio or download it from your favourite podcast platform.

About AMI

AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI’s vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.

Learn more at AMI.ca

Connect on Twitter @AccessibleMedia

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In this episode, Shaun Preece discusses the process of finding files, folders, and websites on a Windows computer using a screen reader, as well as navigating File Explorer and creating shortcuts.

He provides tips and demonstrations on using the Start menu, File Explorer, and keyboard shortcuts to efficiently locate and access files and folders. Additionally, he demonstrates the creation of desktop shortcuts for files, folders, and websites, along with assigning keyboard shortcuts to these shortcuts.

Highlights

• Introduction (00:00)
• Finding Files & Folders (01:39)
• Using File Explorer (03:04)
• Tree View & Navigation Pane (06:32)
• Item View List (09:17)
• Pro-Tip: Change View from Grid to List (10:27)
• Creating Shortcuts (11:55)
• Shortcut Super-Tips (17:34)
• Keyboard Shortcuts for Shortcuts (19:15)
• Other Effective Uses for Shortcuts (20:08)
• Show Close (21:49)

About Shaun of the Shed

Shaun of the Shed gives those new to the world of technology a helping hand with everything from using a screen reader or smart speakers to unboxing and starting up a new computer.

Host Shaun Preece is an audio producer from Manchester who has a real passion for technology. Despite being born with a visual impairment, Shaun's sight has worsened over the years and as such he has depended more on assistive technology.

You can also hear Shaun on AMI's Double Tap podcast, airing weekly at noon Eastern on AMI-audio or download it from your favourite podcast platform.

About AMI

AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI’s vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.

Learn more at AMI.ca

Connect on Twitter @AccessibleMedia

On Instagram @accessiblemediainc

On Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc

Email feedback@ami.ca

In this episode, Shaun discusses artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential benefits for blind or visually impaired individuals. Showcasing the “Pi” AI service as a voice assistant that can answer questions, create emails, offer recommendations and much more.

• Highlights
  Show Open (00:00)
• Artificial Intelligence for the Blind & Partially Sighted (00:20)
• Using “Pi” as AI Voice Assistant (02:16)
• 2 Ways to Use Pi (03:50)
• Using “Talk with Pi” (04:25)
• Pi Helps Draft a Letter (6:10)
• Pi Gives Keyboard Recommendations (07:30)
• Using Pi to Inquire About Screen Reader Updates & Features (08:25)
• Summary & Caveats (10:29)

Website: http://www.Pi.AI

About Shaun of the Shed

Shaun of the Shed gives those new to the world of technology a helping hand with everything from using a screen reader or smart speakers to unboxing and starting up a new computer.

Host Shaun Preece is an audio producer from Manchester who has a real passion for technology. Despite being born with a visual impairment, Shaun's sight has worsened over the years and as such he has depended more on assistive technology.

You can also hear Shaun on AMI's Double Tap podcast, airing weekly at noon Eastern on AMI-audio or download it from your favourite podcast platform.

About AMI

AMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI’s vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.

Learn more at AMI.ca

Connect on Twitter @AccessibleMedia

On Instagram @accessiblemediainc

On Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc

Email feedback@ami.ca