NLS has released BARD Mobile iOS version 2.2.2 to the App Store.  The enhancements included in this version are:

Siri shortcuts (voice user interface):

NLS has learned that American History magazine will no longer be available as a print publication for our producers to narrate. The Spring 2024 issue will be the last issue.

The topic for the March 14, 2024, Many Faces of BARD program will be Using the Audio Player in BARD Express: A Demonstration. The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. eastern time.

The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. eastern time and last for one hour. This program will be recorded.

Pocket braille calendars for 2024 have been shipped as scheduled.

However, the 2024 wall calendars required correction prior to final production and distribution.

NLS is releasing BARD Mobile Android version 2.1.0 this week, introducing enhanced features and improvements.

In-app search functionality

The topic for the February 8, 2024, program will be Using BARD on Your Smart Speaker: A Demonstration

The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. eastern time and last for one hour. This program will be recorded.