How an iPhone is helping a blind athlete prepare for the Rio Games

Katie Kelly's life has always revolved around sport, and living with a disability has not slowed her down.

In her twenties, Kelly was diagnosed with Usher syndrome, a degenerative eye sight and hearing condition. Today at 41, she is aiming for a spot on the Australian team for the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. "I'm a living example that it's never too late to reach your peak," Kelly told Mashable Australia.

Working in sports marketing for more than 20 years, she had participated in marathons and Iron Man challenges but remained a "weekend warrior." That changed around 18 months ago when her ophthalmologist confirmed Kelly was now legally blind. Read more...