I thought this might be of interest, as I know there are many blind volunteers using Word here.
1. NFB: [Chapter-presidents] Window-Eyes now free with MS Office 2010 and 2013
Received from Brad Hodges.I am pleased to let everyone know that Window-Eyes the well respected screen access program is now available free of charge to be installed on any computer which has an installed, valid copy of MS Office, 2010 or 2013.
The downloadable version and extensive support materials is available at www.windoweyesforoffice.com. There is no functional difference between the full purchased package and this version.
Several important differences in support are noteworthy.Technical support for the Office version of Window-Eyes will need to be purchased at $25 per incident or a 12 incident, 12 month package for $99.
No installation media is provided with the Office version of Window-Eyes, CD copies can be purchased.
The braille and large print hot key card can be purchased. Use of the GW Connect client for Skype will include advertising.As our members face the uncertainty of end of life for Windows XP and contemplate how to upgrade their technology, this announcement may illuminate a very exciting, and affordable, path forward.
The Huntington Area Chapter is planning on conducting several "Life After XP" seminars over the next several months. We will now focus on taking advantage of this exciting news. Many of our members already use Window-Eyes, but have had to put up with very old versions running on even older equipment.
I also note with interest the advent of Windows Tablets. One of which, the Dell Venue, includes Office 2013 and life time security software for $319. I'll purchase one at Costco this week-end and install Window-Eyes for Office and let you all know how it works.
I am confident that we can attract new members and retain existing membership if we have useful information available which isn't available from other sources. In our case it's offering hands-on experience and one-on-one consultation with respect to individuals technology needs.
I apologize if this is running a bit long, but I must share this good news with you all, particularly in light of the critical situation our members here in WV face, wanting to get up-to-date technology and not having the resources to purchase a new computer and an $800 screen reader.
In Federationism, Brad Hodges *** 2. NFB: Chapter-presidents] GW Micro town hall meeting. Received from Melissa Green, NFB. For your information. Greetings,Since the announcement of Window-Eyes for Users of Microsoft Office Offer, we have been receiving many questions. Many of them can be answered by the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) at www.windoweyesforoffice.com. However, we recognize that there are still many questions that you would like answered. GW Micro is well-known for customer service and the fact that we listen to our customers. In that tradition, we would like to invite you to the first Window-Eyes for Users of Microsoft Office Town Hall Meeting. We will have representatives from our various departments, including training, support, and marketing. Please plan your questions ahead of time and keep them brief as we anticipate a very high demand. Also, please keep your questions directly related to Window-Eyes and keep in mind that we may not be able to answer all questions.
Due to an expected high demand, we will have two meetings that will cover the same content. The meetings will take place this Friday, January 17 at 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM EST. You can access the meeting at www.gwmicro.com/meeting. Enter your first and last name for the username and townhall2014 as the password. There is no need to register. Space is limited and it will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you need help accessing the room, please call Talking Communities at (262) 456-5911. GW Micro is unable to answer questions regarding accessing or using the conference room.
We look forward to seeing you there! The GW Micro Team Blessings and best wishes, Melissa R. Green and Pj "We love because he first loved us." ***3. NFB: National Federation of the Blind Commends Microsoft and GW Micro for Groundbreaking Accessibility Partnership
Received from Jessica Freeh, NFB, Public Relations Specialist. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Chris Danielsen Director of Public Relations National Federation of the Blind (410) 659-9314, extension 2330 (410) 262-1281 (Cell) cdanielsen@xxxxxxxNational Federation of the Blind Commends Microsoft and GW Micro for Groundbreaking Accessibility Partnership
Window-Eyes Screen Reader Now Available for Free to Many Microsoft Office UsersBaltimore, Maryland (January 14, 2014): The National Federation of the Blind, the nation's leading advocate for equal access to technology by the blind, today commended Microsoft Corporation and GW Micro for their announcement of a partnership that makes GW Micro's Window-Eyes screen reader available for free to users of Microsoft Office 2010 or higher. More details about this groundbreaking offer are available at www.WindowEyesForOffice.com.
Dr. Marc Maurer, President of the National Federation of the Blind, said: "The announcement of this historic partnership between Microsoft and GW Micro is truly revolutionary. For the first time, users of Microsoft Office 2010 or later will not have to pay hundreds of dollars in order to obtain an accessibility solution that will allow them to take advantage of the features of Office and Windows. This partnership has the potential to make access to employment, education, and other opportunities more readily available to blind people everywhere.
"The usefulness of any screen reader product, of course, is limited by the degree to which other products are compatible with it," Dr. Maurer continued. "The National Federation of the Blind seeks collaboration with software manufacturers, Web developers, and other technology innovators in order to ensure that blind users have full and equal access to their products and services. Microsoft and GW Micro are removing a significant barrier to obtaining screen access technology. Developers of mainstream technology, as well as the businesses, institutions, and governmental entities that use it, must continue to do their part by making sure that screen reader users have full access to what they produce, procure, and deploy."
### About the National Federation of the BlindThe National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is the oldest, largest, and most influential nationwide membership organization of blind people in the United States. Founded in 1940, the NFB advocates for the civil rights and equality of blind Americans, and develops innovative education, technology, and training programs to provide the blind and those who are losing vision with the tools they need to become independent and successful. We need your support. To make a donation, please go to www.nfb.org.
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