Prodigi version 1.4.2 opens the door to more libraries
We’re excited to share that Prodigi for Windows v1.4.2 is now available. This update makes the Books app even better, with access to more trusted libraries in your region. What’s new in v1.4.2 You can now connect to: Bookshare Ireland RNIB Bookshare RNIB Reading Services Blind Low Vision New Zealand ChildVision Enter your credentials, browse, […]
Fall & VIP events: Showcasing the future of assistive technology
As we move into the final months of 2025, HumanWare is proud to participate in several key conferences and international events dedicated to accessibility, inclusion, and innovation. These gatherings bring together professionals, educators, and technology experts who share our mission of empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision through cutting-edge assistive technology. October […]
We move together: Every dollar doubles with HumanWare and the National Federation of the Blind
This fall, HumanWare is proud to once again partner with the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) in support of the annual matching gift challenge. Together, we are building momentum for dignity, independence, and opportunity for blind people everywhere. The campaign theme, From coast to coast, we move together, reflects the strength of a community […]
BrailleNote Touch Plus: Simplifying Maths and introducing a new recording App
A new KeySoft update is now available for BrailleNote Touch Plus. This release focuses on making daily tasks smoother: math can now be created and edited directly in KeyWord, and KeyRecorder makes recording and playback easier than ever. We’ve included short snapshot tutorials so you can quickly get familiar with these improvements. New in KeyWord […]
Monarch firmware update: JAWS-compatible native multiline braille support
We’re excited to announce that the latest Monarch Version 1.3 firmware brings innovative Screen Reader multiline braille support. Monarch will soon be the first multiline braille display to be fully supported natively with JAWS, setting a new standard for accessibility and productivity. Experience the future of braille, now even more powerful, seamless, and intuitive. Check […]
Prodigi v1.4 — AI Assistant, digital library access
We’re excited to share the latest Prodigi for Windows update, designed to make reading, learning, and navigating printed material easier, faster, and more enjoyable for everyone. Meet the new Prodigi AI Assistant Built into the Magnifier application, the new Prodigi AI Assistant lets users place any material under the document camera and start asking questions. […]
Why buy from HumanWare? Trusted assistive technology for blind and low vision users
Buy beyond tech: Why people trust HumanWare Whether you’re living with low vision, teaching a blind student, or equipping a care home, the right assistive technology can change lives. At HumanWare, we’ve spent over 35 years designing assistive technology devices that go beyond function, to build confidence, visual independence, and real-world possibilities. From multi-line braille […]
Building foundations: Why tactile graphics matter in education
When a child who is blind or lives with a visual impairment begins school, the first step is not always braille. Before fingers can decode the intricate patterns of raised dots, children must develop an understanding of shapes, textures and spatial relationships. This is where tactile graphics come in. For many young learners, tactile graphics […]
TactileView: Big makeover. Bigger impact. Monarch-ready.
With our latest update, TactileView has been given a new look and is now fully optimized for the Monarch tactile graphics device, offering seamless compatibility, enhanced precision, and a smoother workflow for creating digital tactile content like never before. HumanWare’s first update since taking over the development of TactileView includes improvements from feedback while adapting […]
Supporting blind and low vision students: The Jim Halliday HumanWare-NFB Scholarship
At HumanWare, we believe that assistive technology should do more than support education; it should inspire it. That’s why, in collaboration with the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), we’re proud to present the Jim Halliday HumanWare/NFB scholarship, an initiative designed to invest in the next generation of blind and low vision students pursuing higher […]