Aira ASL vs Deafopia

What is Aira ASL? Aira ASL provides remote, on-demand ASL interpreting for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community. Simply open the Aira ASL app and tap a button, and you will be connected instantly to a professional ASL interpreter via remote video, who will work with you to accomplish tasks. The ASL interpreter will use your phone’s camera and microphone to facilitate communication, greater efficiency, and enhanced independence. Since you can access Aira using your own smartphone, you will be empowered to have ASL interpreting at your fingertips for whenever the need arises. Aira ASL is developed using the same trusted and secure technology Aira offers the blind and low-vision community. With this new app, Aira is delivering on-demand video remote interpreting for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community in public spaces, enhancing access where it is limited or nonexistent today and breaking down barriers. Aira ASL is your app for best-in-class ASL interpreting, at the tap of a button. How does Aira ASL Work? It’s easy to get started with Aira ASL! 1. Download the Aira ASL app 2. Open the app and tap the “Call Aira” button 3. An ASL interpreter will pick up your call and work with you to accomplish whatever task you are interested in. Using the phone's front-facing camera, microphone, and speaker, you can either prop up your device or hold it in one hand while signing with the other. The interpreter will then facilitate communication by signing what is spoken through the microphone and voicing what is signed through the camera. 4. Once you’ve accomplished your task, end the call. 5. Call back anytime you like—Aira ASL is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, and you’ll never need to book in advance. Just call and access ASL interpreting—on your own terms. Highlights -Connect with an ASL interpreter 24/7/365 -Increase your everyday efficiency and independence with real-time ASL interpreting -Use your own device and have on-demand interpreting at your fingertips -User-friendly, easy to get started Learn More Follow us on Twitter (@airaio), Facebook (aira.io) and YouTube (airaio), and Instagram (aira.io) Questions? Contact Customer Care daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific time. Phone: 1-800-835-1934 Email: support@aira.io

Deafopia brings the Deaf community together at free events across the country — and puts the Deaf-owned business directory in your pocket. BROWSE 735+ DEAF-OWNED BUSINESSES Search the whole directory by name and reach any business the way that suits you: tap to start a videophone call, send a text, email, or open their site. Video phone comes first, because for most of us it is the way we actually connect. FIND YOUR NEXT EVENT Dates, venues, directions, schedules, and the vendors and sponsors who will be there. Add any event to your calendar in one tap. REGISTER FREE IN SECONDS Only your name and email are required. Your pass is saved in My Events with a QR code for the door, the day's schedule, the floor plan, and the booths. REMINDERS YOU WILL NOT MISS Your phone vibrates the evening before and again before doors open. Reminders are silent by design and never rely on hearing a sound. YOUR EVENTS, EVERY DEVICE Create a free account and your passes and event history follow you between your phone, tablet, and the web. BRING YOUR BUSINESS Apply for a booth, track your application, and see your assigned booth and directions once you are approved. THE COMMUNITY ALBUM Browse photos from every event and share your own. Everything is reviewed by an organizer before it appears, and anything can be reported from inside the app. BUILT FOR US, NOT ADAPTED FOR US Visual-first throughout: high contrast, large type, generous touch targets, and full screen-reader labelling. Nothing important depends on hearing.