Newton, MA, November 25th 2025, with Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. This free event is open to the general public and features two key components: an exhibition hall and insightful workshop presentations. Workshop topics and vendor list below.
* Each year Carroll brings together life-changing low vision and blindness-specific assistive technology exhibitors to connect with the blind and visually impaired community of consumers, families, friends, professionals, and anyone who is interested in learning more about assistive technology.
For 2025 topics please see below.
For more information visit https://carroll.org/events/technology-fair/ or contact or contact (800) 852-3131
2025 Presentations:
- Magnification Tools for iOS and Android with Nick Bergen – Learn how to make the most of magnification apps, including iOS’s built-in Magnifier and Android’s Magnifying Glass. Discover a new iPhone + Mac setup that functions like a portable CCTV, available on iOS 26.
- AI Live Video for Greater Independence with David Titus – Explore how Google Gemini and other AI platforms can enhance independence through live video. We’ll cover practical use cases, potential limitations, and tips for safe, effective use.
- Smart Glasses Mash-up with Brian Switzer & Izzy Bermudez – Compare the latest smart glasses, including Envision Glasses and Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. Learn how they assist with navigation, object recognition, text reading, and more to find the device that best fits your lifestyle.
- JAWS & Google Workspace Essentials with David Kingsbury – Get up to speed with Google Docs, Sheets, and Drive using JAWS. This session covers essential skills for school and the workplace, including file management and collaborative editing
Partial 2025 Exhibitor list.
- AdaptiVision, Inc.
- Eschenbach Optic
- Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (MABVI)
- Perkins Braille & Talking Book Library
- Bricks for the Blind
- Schepens Vision Research and Technology Lab
- NE Low Vision and Blindness
- VA Rehab Services
- and more
