Exploring VoiceOver: iPad Accessibility in Action

Mar 13

Bringing Accessibility to Life

At Vision Nonprofit, we believe technology should empower everyone—especially students with low vision. Apple’s built-in accessibility features make iPads a powerful tool for navigating, learning, and staying connected.

To help more people understand how these features work, Joey recorded a video tutorial showing how to turn on VoiceOver and access the built-in tutorial. Whether you're curious about Apple’s accessibility tools or want to see how people with low vision interact with an iPad, this is the perfect place to start.

What is VoiceOver?

VoiceOver is Apple’s screen reader that allows users to navigate iOS without needing to see the screen. It reads text aloud, describes buttons and menus, and provides auditory and haptic feedback for full control of an iPad or iPhone.

In Joey’s tutorial, he walks through:

How to turn on VoiceOver in Settings
Where to access Apple’s built-in VoiceOver tutorial
How VoiceOver helps users with low vision navigate iOS

Try It for Yourself

We encourage you to turn on VoiceOver on your own iPad or iPhone and explore how it works. You can find it by going to:

Settings > Accessibility > VoiceOver

If you're new to VoiceOver, Apple provides a built-in tutorial to guide you through gestures, navigation, and voice commands.

For more details on all iOS accessibility features, visit:
Apple’s Accessibility Features for iPhone and iPad

Making a Difference for Kids with Low Vision

Technology is a powerful tool for students with vision impairments, and at Vision Nonprofit, we work to provide iPads with accessibility features to those who need them most. Students like Joey rely on tools like VoiceOver every day for learning, reading, and independence.

Support Accessibility for All

Want to help empower students with assistive technology? You can support Vision Nonprofit by donating an iPad or making a contribution today.

Support Our Mission

Apple’s accessibility tools open doors for independence—and with your help, we can make sure more students have access to them.

eric hintz

Eric Hintz is a design focused experienced shooter, producer, director, and editor passionate about life and culture. Eric currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with his awesome wife Jillian and rambunctious puppy Corbin. In 2005, Eric graduated from the College Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Electronic Media. During his academic career he was a Production Assistant for the Electronic Media Division where he assisted professors and students with media related issues, productions, and technologies. While also working for the UC Presentation Services and Technologies Group assisting in field production and support of streaming media events. In 2004 Eric was selected as the sole recipient for a one year student exchange program, sponsored by Procter & Gamble, that recognized a UC Electronic Media major who exhibited a strong interest in global media industries. The program consisted of a 6 month study at the Ludwig-Maximillians University as well as an internship at Bayerischer Rundfunk, a public broadcasting company, in Munich, Germany. Eric has also worked on, filmed, produced and edited various projects including independent films, music videos, commercials, sporting events, and corporate videos. He just wrapped up a behind the scenes promo piece for 513{eats} and a music video for Switchblade Scarlett - Check out the Recent Work section for more. An important aspect of his life includes family and friends. He also enjoys photography, graphic design, reading, cooking and travel.