HumanWare is thrilled to announce Monarch Version 1.2, the first of many exciting updates! This release introduces KeyMail, our brand-new email application, along with groundbreaking first preview experience of the new anticipated eBraille advancements, improved web browsing, and a visual display on demand feature.
Watch the introduction to Monarch 1.2 video here!
KeyMail – Stay connected with ease
Introducing KeyMail, the powerful new email application from KeySoft, supporting Office 365 and Google email accounts. With KeyMail, students, teachers, and professionals can effortlessly communicate, share documents, and exchange tactile graphics. Plus, a new multi-line email experience makes reviewing messages more convenient than ever.
Alongside KeyMail, we’re also introducing a Contacts application, making it easier to manage your connections and send emails efficiently.
eBraille – A new era of accessible reading
Monarch is pioneering support for the revolutionary eBraille file format, making it the first refreshable braille device to do so. In collaboration with Dolphin, the Victor Reader app powered by EasyReader now offers a preview experience of eBraille. With two of three core elements already integrated, this marks a significant step toward a more flexible and advanced digital braille future.
Smarter web browsing with Ecosia
Navigating the web just got better! The latest update to Ecosia now enables smoother navigation, allowing you to review more webpage content — perfect for a seamless browsing experience.
Visual display on demand – A game changer for sighted peers
Need to toggle between visual braille and text output? Now you can—instantly! Our new braille viewer shortcut (Press Enter + Backspace + V) makes it easier for sighted users to review braille on screen and print it when needed.
Update today and experience these powerful new features!
Check out release notes 1.2 and FAQ.
Join our webinar to learn more about the latest updates!
To find out more about version 1.2, Join Peter and Andrew on a live webinar as they unfold the latest enhancements and show the preview experience of eBraille. Register here.
How to update?
Monarch offers two methods of updates, over the air and manual installation.
Internet
When connected to the internet, Monarch users will begin seeing a notification that a system update is available. When the notification appears, simply press Enter on the Install button and the download will begin immediately.
If the notification has not appeared, please follow these steps:
- From the Main Menu, press A to jump to All applications.
- Then press Enter to select “All Applications.”
- Press the letter “K” until you are prompted with “KeyUpdater”.
- Press Enter to select “KeyUpdater”.
- Press Enter to select the system update.
Manual Installation
If you have no internet connection, Monarch can be updated by inserting a USB thumb drive with the update file. The update file can be downloaded from the Monarch support page.
- Download the update files from the HumanWare support page.
- Place the update files on the root of the USB thumb drive.
- Insert the thumb drive into Monarch.
- From the Main Menu, press A to jump to All applications.
- Then press Enter to select “All Applications.”
- Press the letter “K” until you are prompted with “KeyUpdater”.
- Press Enter to select “KeyUpdater”.
- Press Enter to select the system update.
Enjoy the new update!
