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As one of its daily deals, Amazon cuts up to 60% off a selection of Netgear networking items. Plus, Prime members receive free shipping on all orders. (Non-members can spend $49 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping starts at around $8.) Click the provided link to shop this deal that ends today.

On The House via Amazon offers the Tens Handheld Electronic Pulse Massager Unit for $29.95. Coupon code H3Z95XNS cuts the price to $18.27. Plus, Prime members qualify for free shipping. (Non-members can spend $49 to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping costs $5.63.) That's the lowest total price we could find. It features six auto modes, fully-adjustable speed and intensity, eight attachment pads, and includes eight AAA batteries.

Never MSRP via eBay offers the Unlocked LG G4 32GB GSM 4G LTE Android Smartphone in Black or Brown, model no. H815, for $349.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $20. This GSM phone features a 5.5 inch 1440x2560 IPS LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Cortex-A57 1.8GHz dual-core and Cortex-A53 1.44GHz quad-core processors (six cores total), 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 16-megapixel rear camera, 8-megapixel front-facing camera, 802.11ac wireless, and Android 5.1 (Lollipop).

Walmart offers the George Foreman 5-Serving Classic Plate Grill, model no. GR2081HM, for $39.92. If possible, Opt for in-store pickup to avoid the $4.97 shipping charge. That's the lowest price we could find by $7. It features a nonstick cooking surface, adjustable cooking height, and a cool-touch handle.

Breed via eBay offers the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 128GB 4G LTE Android Smartphone in Black, Gold, or White, model no. G925V, for $469.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $60. It features an Exynos 7420 octa-core processor (Cortex-A53 1.5GHz quad-core and Cortex-A57 2.1GHz quad-core), 5.1 inch 2560x1440 touchscreen AMOLED LCD, 3GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 5-megapixel front-facing camera, 4K UHD 2160p video recording, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.1, and Android 5.0 (Lollipop).

Walmart offers the Braun Series 7 790cc Men's Pulsonic Rechargeable Electric Shaver for $159.97 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $20. Features include three personalization modes, 10,000 micro vibrations, and a Clean & Renew cleaning system.

Pangea Deals via eBay offers the refurbished No-Contract Apple iPhone 6 16GB Smartphone for AT&T in Space Gray for $349.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for a no-contract iPhone 6. (It's also $30 under the best price for a new no-contract iPhone 6 with any carrier today.) Note: This unit may show signs of use, including minor scratches.

En-Vision America has quietly posted information about their 6th generation portable bar code solution to their website. The I.D. Mate Galaxy replaces the Quest and still will recognize bar codes on millions of items. This new version features a wand-like design for the reader which some have compared to the I.D. mate II from the early 2000's. The MP3 player and Wi-Fi support remains, though the camera, which saw limited use with the Quest, has been removed. Skype support, which was originally included with the Quest, was disabled in a previous update. It's listed on their store page for $1,295 though it is currently shown as out of stock. Their Galaxy product page includes brochures and user guides for the forthcoming device. We'll try to learn more about this one at CSUN 2016. Thanks to Bryan Smart for the tip.

As part of its effort to collect feedback regarding accessibility, Microsoft has posted an online survey which aims to collect more information about accessibility in their products. Users can suggest a new feature or how to improve a Microsoft product, report an issue with an existing Microsoft product, or share a story about how a Microsoft product has helped someone. SO if you ever wanted to give Microsoft suggestions on how to make their software and hardware more usable, this is your opportunity.

This is just the latest in Microsoft's efforts to be more inclusive of people with disabilities. 2015 saw the start of these changes, with more improvements outlined moving forward. A summary of changes and plans can be found in this blog post.

Meritline offers the iLuv Syren Bluetooth NFC Portable Speaker in Red for $18.99. Coupon code MLCA08GA drops it to $15.99. With free shipping, that's the lowest total price we could find in any color by $3. It features a built-in mic and speakerphone for hands-free calls. Deal ends March 9.

Adorama via eBay offers the Dell XPS Broadwell Core i7 2.4GHz 13.3 Inch QHD+ Touchscreen Laptop in Silver, model no. 9343-7273SLV, for $999.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find today by $99. Features include a an Intel Core i7-5500U 2.4GHz Broadwell dual-core processor, 13.3 inch 3200x1800 QHD+ LCD touchscreen Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 4-cell battery, and Windows 8.1 64-bit.

James Scholes has released version 2.1 of Codex, a Windows software tool which helps in reading protected ebooks such as those purchased on the Amazon Kindle. This version includes several new tools to make it easier for Kindle book owners to find and convert their titles, regardless of location. Several new configuration options have also been included.
Kindle books come with digital rights management which fight against piracy, but also make it more difficult to read titles using the software of your choice. Codex removes this protection from legally-purchased titles, meaning you can use standard programs or a portable book player to read your collection. Legally speaking, this is possible because of a Library of Congress exemption which allows the altering of files to enable access for people who are blind or visually impaired. Codex is free, though people who donate will receive access to beta versions of the software. Follow the link on this post to learn more about the changes or to download the latest version.

AI Squared has released another bug fix release for Window-Eyes, focused on stability improvements. The company is continuing the process of improving cross-compatibility between ZoomText and Window-Eyes, especially for its recently released Fusion product which includes both screen reading and magnification features. Version 9.4 also includes improved support for the latest versions of Java and updated Hims braille display drivers. Get the update now from the AI Squared website or by using the Check for Updates feature from the help menu. The 9.4 announcement is below.

The American Printing House for the Blind has released a free tool which allows for the conversion of files in to digital braille format. The utility, called Send to Braille, is available for Windows, and allows for the conversion of files from Microsoft Word (both doc and DOCX), Rich Text format (RTF), and plane text (txt), in to the BRL format. By default, the conversion will be in to the UEB braille code, but there are instructions on how to change this on the Send to Braille utility page.

Installation was very simple, and the Send to Braille option then appeared in my Send To menu as "braille". In my brief testing, the utility was able to convert files very rapidly, with a 500 KB RTF file taking less than 10 seconds. No formatting other than paragraphs were preserved, but headings appeared on their own lines.

At the bottom of the Send to Braille page, APH encourages the development of other such utilities for other platforms, which could mean that they will not be developing such a utility for Linux or Mac. Further information about this utility, step by step instructions on using it, and more about Send to Braile can be found through the link above.

It's time for March Madness at Blind bargains and the BB Qast. Yahoo! has recently made their ioS Tourney Pick'em March Madness app accessible, so we thought it'd be a great time to run our own pool. Plus, one lucky person may win a $64 gift certificate to A T Guys. That is, if you can beat Joe and J.J. with your picks. Here's how it works. First, Go to Yahoo! to sign up for the game. You can do this now, even though the teams have not been announced yet. Then, on March 13, go back and make your picks. We recommend you use the accessible iOS app though the web-based interface or Android app may work as well. The iOS one is app we know is accessible. Be sure to enter your bracket into the Blind Bargains pool. Note you can also enter the sitewide contest for a chance at $50,000. If your bracket is the best in our pool and also scores higher than Joe and J.J.'s bracket, the gift certificate is yours. Even if you're not a big sports fan, you should enter the contest. Sometimes, trained monkeys have submitted better ballots than huge sports fans, so anyone can win. Good luck.

Many stakeholders who support those requiring written materials in a specialized format have put their names behind the Marrakesh Treaty. The American Council of the Blind, American Foundation for the Blind, Benitech, Learning Ally, National Federation of the Blind, and the Perkins School for the blind are among the organizations lending their support.

The Marrakesh Treaty would facilitate the more rapid production of materials in a specialized format for individuals who have a print disability. Even with access to resources such as Book Share,, NLS, Learning Ally, and many more, the amount of materials in an accessible format remains low, even in the United States. If Congress agrees to sign this treaty, it would require the government to have an exception to their copyright law. This exception would permit individuals, organizations, and agencies to produce materials in specialized formats for people with reading disabilities without needing to get permission from the publisher first. Specialized formats include, but are not limited to, DAISY, BRF, or braille embossed versions of written materials protected under the copyright law.

This treaty also gives people and organizations the right to share content in specialized formats with their counterparts in other countries which have also signed the treaty. This means that someone who produces an accessible version of a written piece in South Africa, for example, could legally share it with someone in Australia or in the United States. This would prevent duplication of work, and would allow those with print disabilities to have access to more materials and resources worldwide in a more timely manor.

If you are interested in reading more about this treaty in not-so-technical terms, the World Blind Union has explained and summarized the treaty. A copy of the letter requesting "Rapid ratification" of the Marrakesh Treaty can be found at the source link below.

Last week brought us the first full week of spring training baseball, but it's not the only pre-season activity underway. The National Federation of the Blind has now officially opened up preregistration for its anual convention. According to the Convention Page, preregistering for the conference will save atendees $5 on a bankwit ticket, and also $5 on the registration fee for the convention itself. Attendees have until May 31 to complete the process to save money. Just like the past few years, the NFB convention will be held in Orlando Florida. Dates for this year's convention are June 30 through July 5.

According to theACB Convention Page, preregistration for their convention will begin in May. The actual event will be from July 1 through July 8, in Minneapolis Minnesota.

We reported on the Amazon Dot yesterday but were initially left without a way to preorder it. Now, a link has been found which will let you preorder the new Amazon Echo device. To order, follow the source link on this post. The Dot is available for $89.99 plus tax and will ship at the end of March.
Update: This method of ordering has now been disabled.

What a perfect way to show your appreciation for the lady in your life! 1800flowers.com now offers Savings of 15 percent on your purchase as part of their International Women's Day celebration. Use coupon code WMNDAY to get the deal that ends March 8.

Mobilepros1 via eBay offers the refurbished Unlocked Apple iPhone 5c 16GB 4G LTE GSM Smartphone in five colors, bundled with the Apple iPhone 5c Case in five colors for $134.99 with free shipping. That's $17 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb 5c and case sold separately . Note that it is not compatible with carriers such as Verizon or Sprint.