Brava’s V3 Software Update Enhances Accessibility
Brava has announced the launch of its V3 software, its first major technological update since its last combo builder software. The new software aims to deliver significant enhancements to accessibility, convenience and overall user experience. Crafted in response to feedback from Brava’s community of users, the V3 software update now supports full control of the Brava oven from a mobile phone, making the device more accessible and user-friendly.
“We’ve always believed that technology should enhance the cooking experience for everyone, and with this new V3 update, we’re taking accessibility to a whole new level,” said John Pleasants, President & Co-Founder of Brava. “By giving users full control from their mobile phones and improving the ease of use for individuals with physical limitations, we are making the joy of cooking more inclusive and empowering for people of all abilities.”
The new update introduces several key features, starting with full oven control from mobile devices. Previously, Brava users could search recipes via their phones, but crucial steps such as ingredient selection, doneness, and recipe instructions still required interaction with the oven’s touchscreen. With V3, all of these parameters can now be managed entirely through the Brava app, and the only action required on the oven itself is pressing the green button to start cooking.
In addition, the V3 update, which is compatible with all existing Bravas, enables full manual mode control from mobile devices, allowing users to manage modes like toast, sear, air fry, and slow cook. Creating custom cooks can now be easily programmed in the app, and the V3 software also offers increased transparency and customization for recipes. Users can now see the exact steps behind Brava’s chef-programmed recipes, including light intensities and durations.
In support of this new software launch, Brava is partnering with the Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco. This collaboration optimizes the Brava app for screen readers like Voiceover and Talkback, ensuring that blind and low-vision users can fully control their Brava ovens through their mobile devices.