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Two hands sit on the Monarch, reading through lines of braille text.

Introducing the BRF to eBraille Converter

We are excited to introduce the BRF to eBraille Converter, a new tool that helps bridge familiar braille workflows with the future...

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A classroom table shows a student feeling the Monarch with a teacher. Next to them is a man in an APH polo with a Monarch, connected a computer screen.

Building Connections with Monarch and Visual Outputs

The Monarch has created unprecedented levels of access for blind or low vision users in homes, classrooms, and individual workplaces....

Addie, dressed in an all black running outfit with dark black sunglasses, runs across the track.

A Track Meet for the History Books

On July 29th, 2025, I woke my guide dog at 3:30am to get to the airport for our cross-country flight...

The EZee Count Abacus has a black and red frame and bright red and yellow counting pieces. Some of the pieces have been moved to show a counting example.

Product Updates and Upgrades

APH is always working to produce new technology and improve what already exists to ensure we are serving the APH community in the best way possible. After listening to the...

A Monarch displays a tactile image of a car. A students hands can be seen resting on the navigation keys.

Expanding Tactile Graphic Access on Monarch with TactileView

Monarch’s multi-line display makes it perfect for accessing and inspecting tactile graphics. The unique zoom features alongside 10 lines of...

Protected written letters in clear sleeves. The brown paper and cursive writing shows old age. The signature of Helen Keller is visible.

Six Ways to Bring The Dot Experience to Your Classroom

The future of museums is being built right here in Louisville! Opening next fall, The Dot Experience will be the...

A student reaches his arms out towards the Monarch. He is sitting at a bright red classroom table, the Monarch is resting on the table.

One Year Later: Celebrating and Reflecting on the Monarch

One year ago, Monarch took flight changing the lives of teachers, students, and families across the world. With over 1,000...

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