Charity Choir Concert, 28th March 2026

Choir

At a glance Date: Saturday 28 March 2026 Time: doors open at 1.30pm, concert starts at 2pm Location: St Faith’s Church, Lee on the Solent Cost: £7.50 per person, under 18s go free (tickets available on the day £10 per person) Who it’s for: Open to all – individuals, families and supporters Get your tickets […]

Charity Choir Concert, 14th March 2026

Choir

At a glance Date: Saturday 14 March 2026 Time: doors open at 1.30pm, concert starts at 2pm Location: Chandlers Ford Methodist Church Cost: £7.50 per person, under 18s go free (tickets available on the day £10 per person) Who it’s for: Open to all – individuals, families and supporters Get your tickets now Join us for […]

Join OpenSight as a Business Support Officer

The OpenSight team stood in a line, wearing purple branded tshirts. A guide dog is also present.

We’re looking for a highly organised and people-focused Business Support Officer to join the OpenSight team. Reporting to our Deputy CEO, this role provides vital coordination and administrative support across our community services, working closely with our Community Connections Leads and supporting the oversight of around 150 volunteers. You’ll be the first point of contact […]

Letter from our CEO: Concessionary Bus Travel

Inside a bus, we people of all ages sat down

OpenSight’s Statement on Concessionary Bus Travel in Hampshire  OpenSight is concerned about the effect that the changes to concessionary bus travel are having on people in Hampshire who are blind or partially sighted. For many of the people we support, the bus is not simply their preferred mode of travel; it is their only realistic way of getting to work, […]

Apps Guide: Seeing AI

Seeing AI logo on a turquoise background next to a smartphone screen showing a man smiling, with a face-detection box around his face in the app camera view.

Seeing AI is a free app available on both the Google Play Store for Android devices and the Apple App Store for iPhone and iPad. It uses your device’s camera and an internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data) to process visual information using artificial intelligence. It is highly versatile and works well with screen readers […]

Apps Guide: Envision App

Person holding a smartphone using a visual assistance app to scan a printed page, with the phone screen showing recognised text and an image of the artwork “Girl with a Pearl Earring.”

The Envision App is an innovative tool designed to empower visually impaired and blind individuals by making the visual world more accessible. It uses advanced artificial intelligence to interpret the environment, objects, and text in real-time, helping users navigate their daily lives with more independence and confidence.  Here’s an overview of its key features:  Multilingual Support […]

Smart Home Guide: Air Fryers

Cobalt Air Fryers

Air fryers have become a popular, affordable alternative to traditional ovens and grills. They are quick to use, energy-efficient, and for many people with sight loss, easier and safer to handle. Most air fryers have a sturdy basket handle that stays cool and is always in the same position. This can make them easier to […]

Echo devices

Alexa devices close up

Alexa devices, from the very first Echo smart speaker, have been life-changing for many people with sight loss. They can support independence at home by enabling hands-free access to information, entertainment and smart home controls. This page provides an overview of the main Echo devices available and explains key terms such as Alexa Built-in, Works […]

Smart Home Device Guide: RNIB Talking Books

A stack of 2 books open, with white headphones leaning against them

RNIB Talking Books gives you free access to thousands of audiobooks if you have sight loss or a print disability. You can listen on your smartphone, tablet, or Windows computer using simple, accessible apps. This guide explains how to register, find books, download them, and manage your library. Registering for the service To use RNIB […]

Computer Guide: Keyboard Shortcuts

Close-up of a black computer keyboard with illuminated keys, showing letters and modifier keys such as Shift, Control and Alt.

Technology can be a powerful tool for independence when it’s set up in the right way. Windows includes a range of built-in accessibility features designed to support people with sight loss, from screen magnification and colour adjustments to speech, reading and keyboard support. This page brings together some of the most useful keyboard shortcuts to […]

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