Mendi Evans

Tech stuff with emphasis on accessibility.

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

I am reminded again today how much I appreciate apps like #BeMyEyes and #Aira. Today a fave artist posted some pics on their timeline. Previously, I'd just scroll past and miss out. Today, I enjoyed the precious pics they shared of their family enjoying the beach.

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Hey #Amazon, shame on you! I am figuring out thanks to #AlexaPlus that one can no longer interact with skills via keyboard. It's a luxury for me, but what about those who literally can't speak? #DoBetter

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Wow, literally just watched part of the Indy 500 with my #EchoVision glasses. The live AI was able to tell me as the TV changed focus. That was wild!

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Seriously #Apple, if I wanted to filter my messages into categories, IE spam, I would do it myself. Automagically doing it for me was not cute... at all.

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And, here we go again. #Starbucks has made yet another game that says "Not compatible with screen readers." Well, thanks. I didn't want #StarbucksForLife anyway. #Fail #Inaccessible

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Wow, #Inaccessibility strikes again. I booked a ride for a friend with #Uber. It was canceled. It wasimpossible to dispute my case with #iOS because the buttons weren't labeled, and the same was true for #Android, but thanks to the describe screen feature I could make it work.

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Tried to order from #Doordash today. I couldn't access the promo code section using my #Iphone. However, #Android worked, but it had unlabeled rating buttons. What a hot mess!

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Just... wow. Thanks a lot @starbucks! This from an email about their new game.
“ The Pumpkin Spice Land game is not accessible for users relying on screen readers or keyboard–only navigation.”
#Fail #DoBetter

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And then, to top it all off, thanks to #ScriptTalk, I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that I have the right medication and how many are in the bottle. It's a great feeling to have access to my health information.

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I know things can be frustrating for those of us who are blind, but it's good to focus on the good parts. Thanks to #Aira and #Uber I was able to make a quick trip to #Walmart to pick up a prescription with no assistance. Love it when I can do things independently!

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Thank you #ResMed for making the controls for CPAP therapy in the #MyAir app usable via bluetooth and pretty accessible on the iPhone. Now, just one more tiny thing; can we also get to the controls for things like mask setting?

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Has anyone tried the beta on their Apple watch? Thoughts?

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

It's amazing how much a battery's age kills your phone's power. Just got mine replaced yesterday. Normally, the phone would be on charge by now. Instead, it's around 40%. That's more like it!

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Something amazing happened; I *gasp* got out of the chair when my uncle arrived, and then, now this is crazy, pulled my own bag to the restaurant. Isn't that wild? Ugh, just glad the saga is over. #DALFail #ACB2025 #ACB25

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And... here we go! My sister is calling my aunt to come rescue me. Let the games begin, as I magically jump out of this stupid chair and go join my family to do, you know, normal things. #DALFail #ACB2025 #ACB25

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Oh this is going to get even better! I have family coming back on this same flight. Wait until they find me here. And, my aunt is not quiet. This is going to be awesome! So, anyone know where the popcorn stand is? #DALFail #ACB2025 #ACB25

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Oh, and you know what else I'm not doing? I'm not waiting around for someone to push me somewhere. I tried to tell the guy I didn't need this and take it, but I swear these people excel in ignoring me. #DALFail #ACB2025 #ACB25

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Welp Dallas airport staff, looks like I'm raising hell again. Y'all pushed me to this gate and left me in this wheelchair with a 3 hour delay. I'll be damned if I just sit in here the whole time. Have I mentioned I hate this airport? #ACB2025 #ACB25

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Just when I thought i'd have to figure out dinner at the airport... nope. The bar opened at 2:00. I am now stuffed from the brisket nachos I hadn't tried yet. I'll call this a good way to cap off my stay. #ACB2025 #ACB25

[Mendi Evans @Mendi_Tech]

Just packed my things and about to check out. It's been fun! However, the games already begin. My flight is already delayed. Why is it that my return trips always seem to have some sort of BS involved? #ACB2025 ACB25