Newsroom - Aira https://aira.io Remote Video Interpreting, On-Demand Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:04:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://aira.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cropped-aira_logos_CMYK-bluebl-square-512-150x150.png Newsroom - Aira https://aira.io 32 32 Accessing Print Materials with On-Demand Visual Interpreting https://aira.io/aira-print-materials/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:03 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6732 Print material is everywhere. In the past, blind people would have to wait until someone was available to read things like mail, directions and important paperwork. Then OCR software made it possible to scan text from print into something a screen reader could recognize. This still didn’t address encountering print “in the wild”—things like a […]

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]]> Aira Tech Tips & Troubleshooting with a Visual Interpreter https://aira.io/aira-tech-tips/ Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:00:31 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6727 In our 2024 Explorer Survey, people identified three main categories of tasks: describing, reading, and technical assistance. Since 2020, the use of visual interpreting to assist with computer and other technical tasks has surged significantly. A whopping 62% of respondents reported using Aira to troubleshoot when screen readers or magnification software fail. Another 65% rely […]

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]]> Aira’s Build AI Update https://aira.io/airas-build-ai-update/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:00:13 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6722 Build AI Phase 1 Complete! We have completed Phase 1 of the Build AI program! As we finalize our analysis, we look forward to sharing insights and the next steps for this project in the coming months. A heartfelt thank you to the thousands of Explorers who participated in this pioneering program—your engagement has been […]

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]]> Navigating with Aira: 5 Effective Strategies https://aira.io/navigating-with-aira-5-effective-strategies/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:28:52 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6719 In Aira’s 2024 Explorer Survey, we categorized common navigation tasks into three areas: describing, reading, and technical assistance. Describing “surroundings when navigating” is a top priority for 55% of survey participants.  Given this, we are exploring below five practical ways to enhance your navigation experience alongside Aira’s professional visual interpreters. The Last 50 Feet: Finding […]

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]]> Aira’s 2024 Explorer Survey: Attitude is Everything https://aira.io/airas-2024-explorer-survey-attitude-is-everything/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:19:03 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6709 Aira’s 2024 Explorer Survey: Attitude is Everything At Aira, the community is at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our ten years in business, our Explorers have played a vital role in shaping our product. We will continue to build Aira with you, which is why the annual Explorer Survey is such a crucial […]

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]]> Understanding Navigation with Aira https://aira.io/understanding-navigation-with-aira/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:00:25 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6663 Aira’s Navigation Training  At Aira, we are committed to delivering a consistently professional and exceptional experience for our Explorers. Our Visual Interpreters undergo extensive and comprehensive training, which we continually evaluate and enhance to meet your evolving needs. Today, we’re excited to share some clarification surrounding our navigation training and address some common questions. Why […]

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]]> Build AI Offer Expands to Australia, Canada & NZ! https://aira.io/build-ai-expands/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:56:18 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6654 Aira is pleased to announce that the Build AI offer is now available for Explorers in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand! Build AI is an Access Offer launched in summer 2024 for US Explorers, allowing them to get free minutes while participating in the development of AI for the blind and low-vision community. Aira is […]

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]]> Access Aira at Walmart US-Wide & on Walmart.com! https://aira.io/walmart-us-wide/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:10:46 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6597 Walmart today officially announced they are offering access to Aira’s on-demand visual interpreting service nation-wide! Aira access is part of Walmart’s efforts to support a more accessible shopping experience for blind and low-vision customers. This roll-out at every location across the US follows a successful November pilot at Walmart locations in Florida, Texas, and California.  […]

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]]> Announcing Aira’s Walmart Gift Card Giveaway! https://aira.io/announcing-airas-walmart-gift-card-giveaway/ Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:45:44 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6577 🎉 Aira’s Walmart Gift Card Giveaway! 🎉 ‘Tis the season for holiday shopping with Aira! Throughout the month of December, you can enter for your chance to win one of twelve $50 Walmart gift cards by shopping in-store at Walmart! Explorers world-wide are invited to participate, with those in the United States able to use […]

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]]> Holiday Shopping with Aira: All Retail Access Locations! https://aira.io/holiday-shopping-with-aira-all-retail-access-locations/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:45:51 +0000 https://aira.io/?p=6561 The holiday shopping season is fast approaching! As you get ready to browse deals and tackle your gift giving list, we wanted to ensure our Explorers are aware of the amazing Aira Access Locations in the retail space! Using Aira at these retailers can support a more independent and efficient shopping experience, on your own […]

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