RNIB Tech Talk

539: Tech Talk 539: Eyeware, Siloton, Accessible Silent Movies Nov 19, 2024

This week, Toby Davey finds out about Eye Imaging Chip Technology, Hubert Pawelkiewicz heads to the cinema to hear how silent movies are being made accessible for blind and partially sighted film lovers, plus we’ll talking about the launch of the Augmented Reality app, ‘Eyeware’ from RNIB.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

538: Tech Talk 538: Sony Interactive Entertainment, Glidance, Sight Village South East Exhibition Nov 12, 2024

This week, we’re speaking to Sony Interactive Entertainment about the ways that PlayStation is being made more accessible to blind and partially sighted gamers. Plus, we’ll hear how Hubert got on when he visited this year’s Sight Village South East.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

537: Tech Talk 537: OrCam My Eye 3, Easy Reader App, RNIB At EGX Nov 05, 2024

This week, we’ll hear about the wearable visual aid ‘My Eye 3’ from OrCam. Plus, we’ll be finding out about the ‘Easy Reader’ app from Dolphin.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Tuesday afternoon, so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

536: Tech Talk 536: Sensaball Cane Tip, Getting Into Coding, Tap Tap Device Oct 29, 2024

This week, we’re hearing about the ‘Sensaball’ a new multi-directional cane tip from Australia, Hubert finds out how to get started in programming, plus we've been finding out about the 'Tap Tap' device, designed for blind and partially sighted musicians and learners.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Tuesday afternoon, so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

535: Tech Talk 535: 'Game On' Exhibition, Apple Watch Ultra, Sight Village South East Oct 22, 2024

This week, we’re taking you back in time as we find out about the ‘Game On’ Exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, just how accessible are those retro video games? Plus, we’ll hear all about the upcoming Sight Village South East Exhibition.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

534: Tech Talk 534: Open University Accessibility, 'Real Thing AI’ Internship, Gaming News Oct 15, 2024

This week, we’ll hear the latest on how Jake Coles has been getting on as an intern at ‘Real Thing AI’, Hubert Pawelkiewicz will be bringing us news from the world of accessible gaming, plus we’ll be doing our best to answer some of your emails.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

533: Tech Talk 533: Android Updates, Accessible Coffee Machine, Ken Reid Oct 08, 2024

This week, we’re talking all things Android with Steve Nutt from Computer Room Services, plus a trip down memory lane with RNIB Connect Radio’s own Ken Reid.
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532: Tech Talk 532: Be My Eyes Partners With Meta, 'Scribe Me' App, Braille Screen Input On iOS 18 Oct 01, 2024

This week, we’re talking with Be My Eyes about their recent announcement with Meta, we’ll hear more about the ‘Scribe Me App’, plus Callum Stoneman tests the new Braille Screen Input feature on iOS 18.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

531: Tech Talk 531: 'Football Chairman', 'Broadcasts' Demo, iOS 18 Initial Thoughts Sep 23, 2024

This week, we’re speaking to the team behind the popular mobile game ‘Football Chairman’, to find out how the latest version of the game is the most accessible yet. And Callum Stoneman tests out the ‘Broadcasts’ radio streaming app for iOS.
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530: Tech Talk 530: AI Audio Description, User Vision, Apple Reactions Sep 17, 2024

This week, how good is AI at generating audio description? We’ll speak to one YouTuber who is using artificial intelligence to make his content more accessible. Plus, User Vision explain how their web testing is helping developers to create websites that are accessible to all.
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529: Tech Talk 529: AppleVis Returns, Accessible Photography With Sony Sep 10, 2024

This week, we’re finding out about the newly re-opened AppleVis website including their recent partnership with Be My Eyes. Plus, we’ll be talking to Sony about accessible photography.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

528: Tech Talk 528: iAccessibility, AD Museum Tours, Your Emails Sep 03, 2024

This week, we’re speaking to the team behind the ‘iAccessibility’ app, we’re rounding up some of the best audio described museum tours available, plus we’ll be answering some of your emails.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

527: Tech Talk 527: iAccessibility Demo, Lighting Options, Your Emails Aug 27, 2024

This week, what difference can the right lighting make when you’re partially sighted? Hubert Pawelkiewicz tries out a dedicated accessible app directory. Plus, we’ll be doing our best to answer some of your emails.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

526: Tech Talk 526: 'Tech Selector' Tool From Guide Dogs, Ali Long Interview Aug 20, 2024

This week, a very special conversation with RNIB’s Ali Long who explores some of the ways which RNIB has changed over the last 35 years. Plus, Hubert has been hearing about a new technology tool available from Guide Dogs.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

525: Tech Talk 525: Sony, Habitica, Hark AI Aug 13, 2024

This week, we’re hearing more about Sony’s work to make televisions more accessible to blind and partially sighted customers. We’ll hear about a clever piece of tech to translate Welsh language documents. Plus, Hubert tries some new ways to improve his productivity – but will they work?
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524: Tech Talk 524: SMA Nutrition, 11 Labs App, Suno AI Aug 06, 2024

This week, we hear about NaviLens codes coming to SMA Nutrition products, Hubert gives his verdict on the ‘11 Labs’ Reader App which can transform different types of text documents to audio, plus, how new AI software can turn you into a musical maestro in no time.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

523: Tech Talk 523: Braille Surtitles, OrCam, Professional Vision Services Jul 30, 2024

This week, we’ll hear from the company delivering braille surtitles for blind and partially sighted opera fans, plus, we’ll finish our coverage of this year’s Sight Village Central with conversations with OrCam and Professional Vision Services.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at RNIB Connect Radio | RNIB , or on your smart speaker.
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We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

522: Tech Talk 522: Aira, Orbit Research, Seeing Solutions Jul 23, 2024

This week, we’ll hear from the visual interpreting service Aira about new ways to access the service on wearable devices. We’ll also be heading back to Sight Village Central to hear about new products from Orbit Research and Seeing Solutions.
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521: Tech Talk 521: Sight Village Central, What 3 Words, Your Emails Jul 16, 2024

This week, we’ll be rounding up some of the best from exhibitors at this year’s Sight Village Central. Hubert Pawelkiewicz tries out the ‘What 3 Words’ app, plus, more of your emails.
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520: Tech Talk 520: Sony Accessibility, IDnow, Meta Ray Ban Demo Jul 09, 2024

This week, we’re introduced to the IDnow service, we hear about the ways Sony has been improving accessibility features across its range of products, and we’ll find out how Dave has been getting on with the Meta Ray Ban smart glasses.
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519: Tech Talk 519: RNIB Communiplayer, Digital Detox, Your Emails Jul 02, 2024

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518: Tech Talk 518: Meta Smart Ray-Bans, Euro 24 App, Your Emails Jun 25, 2024

This week, we’re hearing about the new Ray-Ban smart glasses from Meta. Hubert Pawelkiewicz puts the ‘Euro 24 App’ through its paces. Plus, we’ll be doing our best to answer some of your emails.
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517: Tech Talk 517: Guided Frame, Piccy Bot, iOS Braille Input Jun 18, 2024

This week, we’ll be speaking to actor and director Adam Morse about his Superbowl advert for the ‘Guided Frame’ app for the Google Pixel, Hubert Pawelkiewicz tries out the AI photo description app ‘PiccyBot’, plus Callum Stoneman gets hands on with Braille Screen Input options for iOS.
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516: Tech Talk 516: 30 Years Of Sight Village, Modern Milkman App, AI Audio Description? Jun 11, 2024

This week, we’ll be hearing about developments in AI-powered audio descriptions, we’ll be looking back at 30 years of the Sight Village Exhibition, plus we’ll be talking about accessible grocery shopping apps.
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515: Tech Talk 515: 'Be My Eyes' On Windows, Magnifiers, Flash Score App Jun 03, 2024

This week, we’re taking a closer look at optical and digital magnifiers available from the RNIB Shop. Callum Stoneman tries out the assistance app ‘Be My Eyes’ on Windows. Plus, we’ll hear more from the recent Sight City conference in Frankfurt.
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514: Tech Talk 514: Sight City Frankfurt, Using AI to Detect ARMD May 28, 2024

This week, we’re hearing all about the recent Sight City Frankfurt, billed as the largest international trade fair for accessibility aids for the blind and partially sighted community – but how many of the products on offer will tempt our panel this week? Plus, news of how artificial intelligence is being used to detect the early stages of Age Related Macular degeneration.
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513: Tech Talk 513: Accessible Piano Keyboards, Merlin Bird ID, Pi AI May 21, 2024

This week, we’re getting musical with accessible piano keyboards. Hubert Pawelkiewicz has been using assistive technology to take up a new hobby in the garden. Plus, Callum Stoneman tries out the AI assistant ‘Pi’.
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512: Tech Talk 512: GAAD Panel Discussion, OrCam Products, Your Emails May 14, 2024

This week, we’re bringing you a special panel discussion for Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2024. We’ll also be hearing about the range OrCam products available in the RNIB Shop. Plus, we’ll be diving into some of your emails.
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511: Tech Talk 511: Braille On Android, Portable Chargers, Travel Well With Tech May 07, 2024

This week, we’re getting hands on with accessible power banks. We’re finding out about some of the latest braille support on Android handsets. Plus, we’ll have another video game accessibility review from our own Sightless Kombat.
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510: Tech Talk 510: Nest Smart Doorbell, Smart Healthcare, Spiderman 2 Apr 30, 2024

This week, we hear about some of the latest products from the RNIB shop that could help you look after your health more easily. Callum Stoneman tries out the Nest Smart Doorbell from Google. Plus, Sightless Kombat returns, putting another console video game through its accessibility paces.
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509: Tech Talk 509: Access AI Demo, Cobalt Accessible Air Fryer, Reading Devices Apr 23, 2024

This week, Callum Stoneman will be testing out the new ‘Access AI’ feature from Aira which gets AI to explain your images. Hubert Pawelkiewicz tries out the Cobolt Talking air-fryer. Plus, we’ll be hearing about the latest range of reading devices available from RNIB’s Products For Life Store.
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508: Tech Talk 508: Access AI, WelcoMe In Currys, RNIB Gamer Survey Apr 16, 2024

This week, we’re speaking to Troy Otillio from Aira as they begin the release the new ‘Access AI’ feature within the app. We hear about the new trial of the ‘WelcoMe’ service in Currys electronics stores. Plus, RNIB’s Sightless Kombat will be along to explain how listeners can take part in a new survey for blind and partially sighted gamers.
RNIB Gaming Survey - Social Impact of Gaming survey 2024 (surveymonkey.com)
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507: Tech Talk 507: Picture Smart, Real Thing AI Internship, Braille Emotion Apr 09, 2024

This week, Hubert Pawelkiewicz hears about a new internship from assistive technology company Real Thing AI. Dave Williams gets the latest on the launch of a brand-new braille display from HIMS. Plus, we’ll have some special reports from this year’s CSUN assistive technology conference.
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506: Tech Talk 506: Solo Travel Tips, CSUN 2024 Highlights Apr 02, 2024

This week, we’ve got more conversations from last week’s CSUN Assistive Technology conference in California. Plus, we’ll be hearing some travel hacks and tips from writer Connor Scott Gardner.
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505: Tech Talk 505: CSUN 2024 & Stevie Wonder Mar 26, 2024

This week, our own Dave Williams will be bringing us a series of special reports from the annual CSUN accessible technology conference in California. Dave has been catching up with manufacturers and developers of assistive technology from right across the globe.
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504: Tech Talk 504: Talking Audio Recorders, Canon Accessible Photography, Your Best Accessibility Hacks Mar 19, 2024

This week, we’re hearing about the new range of accessible digital audio recorders from Zoom. Toby Davey has been finding out about a new photography exhibition from Cannon that’s been designed to be accessible to all. We’ll also be delving into some of your responses to a recent Instagram post from RNIB all about your most useful accessibility hacks.
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503: Tech Talk 503: Accessible Zoom Recorders, Talking Bus Stops, Which Mobile Phone Is Right For You? Mar 12, 2024

This week, we’re hearing all about the latest mobile phones available from RNIB’s Products For Life Store, we’re trying out the latest in accessible recorders from Zoom, plus we’ll be finding out which UK town has recently introduced talking bus stops.
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502: Tech Talk 502: RNIB Technology For Life Fair In Belfast Mar 05, 2024

This week we’re taking you to the recent RNIB Technology For Life Fair in Belfast. The event was the first of its kind in Northern Ireland, with exhibitors like Dolphin, Pakflatt, Empatheyes and many more
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501: Tech Talk 501: A.I. Screen Reader 'Typeahead', Robotic Guides, VoiceOver Feb 27, 2024

This week, Allan Russell asks, would you swap your guide dog for a robot version? Callum Stoneman speaks to the developers of AI Screen reader ‘Typeahead’. Plus, Hubert Pawelkiewicz will be on hand with the next instalment of his series getting to grips with Voice Over from Apple.
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500: Tech Talk 500: Right Hear, Can You Listen To A Solar Eclipse?, New Canes From RNIB's Products For Life Store Feb 20, 2024

This week, we’re finding out about the talking signage solution ‘Right Hear’, Hubert Pawelkiewicz explores if it’s possible to hear a solar eclipse, plus, a rundown of some of the latest canes available from the RNIB Products For Life Store.
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499: Tech Talk 499: RNIB’s Artificial Intelligence Event, Working As A Blind Audio Producer, VoiceOver Feb 13, 2024

This week, there’s a special report from RNIB’s recent Artificial Intelligence event in London. We’ve been hearing about working as a blind audio producer from Thuay Mallalieu. Barry Snell has been speaking to a team of researchers hoping to make science more accessible to people with sight loss. Plus, the next part in our series looking at VoiceOver from Apple.
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498: Tech Talk 498: My Accessible Home Campaign, Kitchen Gadgets, Apple Journal App Demo Feb 06, 2024

This week we hear how Apple’s journal app could improve your mental health. The latest on a new research project around Smart Homes. Plus, a roundup of some of the best kitchen gadgets available in RNIB’s Products for Life Stores.
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497: Tech Talk 497: Hable One, Belfast Technology For Life Fair, Do You Journal? Jan 30, 2024

This week the team will be hearing about the upcoming ‘Technology For Life Fair’ in Belfast, plus they’re speaking to the team behind the ‘Hable One’ wireless braille keyboard.
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496: Tech Talk 496: WelcoMe, 'Groups' Feature From Be My Eyes', VoiceOver Guide Jan 23, 2024

This week, we’re hearing all about ‘WelcoMe’ which helps front-line staff to support disabled customers & visitors. Callum Stoneman explores the new ‘Groups’ feature from Be My Eyes. Dave Williams speaks to Aj Ahmed from Sight Concern Worcestershire about the role that technology plays in his life. Plus, Hubert Pawelkiewicz will have the latest in our series guiding you through VoiceOver from Apple.
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495: Tech Talk 495: Accessible Showers, CES Verdict, VoiceOver Jan 16, 2024

This week, we’re heading to the bathroom as one company is aiming to make their latest shower more accessible for blind and partially sighted people. We’ll be talking about the biggest news to be coming out of the CES technology exhibition in Las Vegas, Plus, the next in our series on Apple’s Voice Over screen reader.
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494: Tech Talk 494: Railboard App, Connor Scott Gardner, VoiceOver On iPhone Jan 09, 2024

This week, we’re finding out if the ‘Railboard’ app for iOS can make buying train tickets easier for blind and partially sighted travellers, we’ll be speaking with blind content creator Connor Scott Gardner, plus we’ll have the first in a new series looking at VoiceOver, the screen-reading technology integrated into the iPhone.
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493: Tech Talk 493A: The 2024 Look Ahead Jan 05, 2024

This time on Tech Talk, we're thinking about what the year ahead may bring to the world of accessible technology and beyond. We're joined by some very special guests to hear their thoughts on everything from AI to social media.
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493: Tech Talk 493: Braille-o-Matic, Sight And Sound, Welcome to 2024 Jan 05, 2024

This week, we’ve arrived in 2024! We’re taking a look at our predictions for the upcoming global technology conference CES, plus, the best from the world of braille.
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492: Tech Talk 492: Best Of 2023 Dec 29, 2023

This week, we're taking a special look back at some of our biggest highlights from 2023. We'll be talking about the world of online dating if you’re blind or partially sighted, hearing about how new technologies have been trialled this year, plus we’ll be taking a look into the future of accessible technology.
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491: Tech Talk 491: Braille Brain, Accessible Finance, Making Mobile Payments Dec 22, 2023

This week, we’re thinking money matters as we look at how easy it is to setup mobile payment solutions from both Apple and Google, we consider the humble debit card and news of a new braille training programme from American Printing House.
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490: Tech Talk 490: Greater Anglia, Festive Smart Speaker Skills, Aspire Consultancy Dec 15, 2023

This week, Hubert Pawelkiewicz has been finding out about a new accessibility initiative from the train operator Greater Anglia, we'll be bringing you some of the best festive skills for your smart speaker and staying in the Christmas spirit, we’ve also got a few last-minute gift ideas from Aspire Consultancy.
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489: Tech Talk 489: Northern Ireland Technology Fair, TikTok Accessibility, Festive Review Dec 08, 2023

This week, we’ll hear about a brand-new technology event coming to Northern Ireland in 2024. Hubert finds out if the social media platform TikTok has been made more accessible for blind and partially sighted users. Plus, we’ll have a very special festive accessible video game review.
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488: Tech Talk 488: Be My Eyes CEO, RNIB Products For Life, Accessibility Consultant Dec 01, 2023

This week, Callum Stoneman speaks to Be My Eyes CEO Mike Buckley about their incredible year. Hubert hears about some of the most popular items available for Christmas at the RNIB Products For Life Store. And we’ll hear how one blind video game fan made the leap to becoming an accessibility consultant.
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487: Tech Talk 487: Microsoft Copilot, Android 14 Updates, Accessible Publishing Conference Nov 24, 2023

This week, we hear how Microsoft’s co-pilot feature can make a difference to blind and partially sighted users. Robin Spinks drops by to fill us in on the new accessibility features available in Android 14. Plus, all the latest from the recent Accessible Publishing Conference in London, hosted by Google.
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486: Tech Talk 486: Sight Village South East, Jingle Jam, GoodMaps Nov 17, 2023

This week, we’ll get the latest news from this year’s Sight Village South East event, we’ll hear the second part of our interview with Neil Barnfather from GoodMaps. Plus, how the world's biggest charity gaming event, the Jingle Jam, will help to raise money for blind and partially sighted people.
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485: Tech Talk 485: Starship Technologies, Goodmaps, Accessible Video Games Nov 10, 2023

This week, we’re talking to Starship Technologies about their autonomous robot delivery service and how it could impact the lives of blind and partially sighted people. Paulina is chatting to a man with a passion for accessible video games. Plus, we’re hearing more from the developers of indoor navigation app ‘Goodmaps’.
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484: Tech Talk 484: GiveVision, Nest Smart Thermostat, Microsoft Flight Simulator Nov 03, 2023

This week, GiveVision explain how they hope to enhance the live entertainment experience for blind and partially sighted people, we take to the skies, well virtually, thanks to Microsoft Flight Simulator. Plus, we’ll find out if the Nest Smart Thermostat from Google could make heating your home easier this winter
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483: Tech Talk 483: Forza Motorsport 8, Loadstone GPS, 'Check-In' on iOS17 Oct 26, 2023

This week, we take to the racetrack as Hubert finds out about how one the latest driving simulation games has been made more accessible. Callum checks out the new ‘Check-In’ feature on iOS17. Plus, we’ll be hearing all about the Loadstone GPS app.
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482: Tech Talk 482: VR Oxygen, State Of Mind Feature, OKKO Health Oct 19, 2023

This week, we’ve been hearing about how the world of virtual reality is being made more accessible to blind and partially sighted people by ‘VR Oxygen’. We’ll find out how Apple’s ‘State of Mind’ feature aims to help with mental wellbeing. Plus, we’ll have an update on a new app trial for people with macular disease.
For More information on the Google Accessibility Testing mentioned by Hubert, visit the website - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcb-l0mCZ__09SSyFAuI_k2WBLR05URYbR_Stv9N42u7GTiw/viewform

To sign up for playtesting VR Oxygen, visit the website - Sign up to participate in VR accessibility study (subscribepage.io)

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481: Tech Talk 481: Docklands Light Railway Trials NaviLens, Winston Chen, iOS 17 Assistive Access Oct 12, 2023

This week we’re hearing about the latest trial of NaviLens technology which is taking place on the Docklands Light Railway in London, Callum speaks to Winston Chen, the founder of Voice Dream and Hubert will be along with a demonstration of the iOS 17 Assistive Access feature.
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480: Tech Talk 480: Discover Digital, Mortal Kombat 1, Windows Narrator Oct 05, 2023

This week, Paulina hears about the new ‘Discover Digital Project’ which is hoping to support our health and wellbeing, Callum has been finding out how the latest Mortal Kombat video game has been the most accessible title yet. Plus, we’ll hear the final part in our series on Windows Narrator.
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479: Tech Talk 479: Accessibility Features Of The iPhone 15, Soundscape Returns, Windows Narrator Tips Sep 28, 2023

This week we’re talking about Soundscape as Callum speaks to the Scottish Tech Army, who recently revived the popular navigation app. Hubert will be along with more tips for using Windows Narrator. Plus, Dave has managed to get his hands on the new iPhone 15, have the new features made this the most accessible phone yet from Apple?
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478: Tech Talk 478: What Do The Next 20 Years Of Accessible Technology Hold? Sep 21, 2023

This week we’re heading into the future. As part of RNIB Connect Radio’s 20th anniversary celebrations, we’re thinking about what the next 20 years of accessible technology may bring us. We’ll also be hearing some of your thoughts on the last two decades of accessible tech.
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477: Tech Talk 477: Looking Back At The Last Twenty Years Of Accessible Technology Sep 14, 2023

This week as part of RNIB Connect Radio’s 20th Anniversary celebrations we’re looking back at the last two decades in accessible technology and beyond. Our special guests are talking about some of their favourite pieces of technology from yesteryear, some you might know and some that might be better best forgotten.
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476: Tech Talk 476: DAISY Players, Apple Air Tags, Plus Your Emails Sep 07, 2023

This week we find out how useful the Apple Air Tags can be, we’ll hear about the accessibility of DAISY Players for accessing audio books. Plus, we’ll be answering your emails.
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475: Tech Talk 475: Making Space More Accessible? & Samsung Smart TVs Aug 31, 2023

This week we’re talking to Dr Sheri Wells Jensen about her incredible work to make space a more accessible place, plus Hubert is along with a demo of accessibility features of the Samsung smart TV.
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474: Tech Talk 474: What's New With Waymap, Zoom H1n Demo, Your Emails Aug 24, 2023

This week Hubert speaks with Tom Pay from Waymap, the indoor/outdoor navigation app, Dave takes us through one of the most popular portable audio recorders on the market, the Zoom H1n and we’ll have the next in our on-going series on the Windows Narrator screen reader.
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473: Tech Talk 473: 'Be My AI' Demo, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Windows Narrator Aug 17, 2023

This week we’re talking about the new AI service from ‘Be My Eyes’ – ‘Be My AI’, which is offering AI-powered visual assistance for fast image-to-text generation. Hubert takes us through more of the must-knows for Windows Narrator, and we hear about accessibility at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
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472: Tech Talk 472: New RNIB Products, Windows Narrator, Alexa On Your Apple Watch Aug 10, 2023

This week, we’ll be hearing more from Dave’s conversation with Drew Mochak, Technical Specialist at WhatsApp, we’ll bring you the latest accessible additions to the RNIB shop and Hubert will be along with the first in a series on using ‘Narrator’ in Microsoft Windows.
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471: Tech Talk 471: GoodMaps, WhatsApp, Apple TV Aug 03, 2023

This week, we’ll be hearing about the latest updates to GoodMaps, including their use of 3D audio, we’ll also be speaking with Drew Mochak, Technical Specialist at WhatsApp. Plus, Hubert will be along with a demo of Apple TV from a blind and partially sighted perspective.
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470: Tech Talk 470: Sight Village Central 23 Roundup, Hable One Keyboard Demo Jul 27, 2023

This week, Dave has been on his travels once again, this time to sunny Birmingham for Sight Village Central 2023, and Hubert gives us a demonstration of the ‘Hable One’ external keyboard for smartphones.
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469: Tech Talk 469: Biped, Threads, Your Emails Jul 20, 2023

This week, we hear about ‘Biped’, a new smart harness for blind and partially sighted people, Hubert test drives the new ‘Threads’ app for iPhone plus we’ll be answering some of your emails.
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468: Tech Talk 468: NFB Convention Highlights, Aira Trial Jul 13, 2023

This week, we’ll hear highlights from the NFB Convention in Houston, Texas. Plus, Hubert will be heading to the train station to hear about the difference that the 'Aira' visual interpreting service can make to blind and partially sighted travellers.
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467: Tech Talk 467: More From RNIB's IDS Conference, Technology For Life Service, Emails Jul 06, 2023

This week we’re looking back at more great discussions from the recent ‘Inclusive Design For Sustainability Conference’ in Glasgow, we’ll keep you up to date with improvements heading to RNIB’s Technology For Life Service and we’ll be digging through more of your emails.
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466: Tech Talk 466: RNIB 'Inclusive Design For Sustainability' Conference Highlights Jun 29, 2023

This week we're in Glasgow for RNIB's 'Inclusive Design For Sustainability' Conference. We hear from Sony, Google, WeWalk and more.
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465: Tech Talk 465: NaviLens Trial in Wolverhampton, New Items From The RNIB Shop, Passenger Assist Demo Jun 22, 2023

This week Dave heads to Wolverhampton bus station to hear about how the latest NaviLens trial is making bus travel more accessible. We hear about some new items available in the RNIB shop including the RNIB Accord USB player. And Steve Tyler returns to find out if you can tell the difference between a human voice and an AI clone.
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464: Tech Talk 464: Samsung On Accessibility, Apple WWDC, Can You Spot An AI Voice? Jun 15, 2023

This week we’re hearing about Samsung’s recent work in accessibility and inclusive design, we’ll be chewing over some of the biggest announcements from Apple’s recent developer’s conference and we’ll be putting your ears to the test with the help of AI.
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463: Tech Talk 463: Accessible Kitchen Accessories, Chat GPT App Demo, Sight Village Central Preview Jun 08, 2023

This week RNIB Volunteer and chef Kim Jaye talks about some of the best accessories to make your kitchen more accessible. Callum tries out the new Chat GPT App, from Open AI and we’ll hear about plans for the upcoming Sight Village Central Exhibition.
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462: Tech Talk 462: Google And Accessibility, NaviLens Trial, The Valuable 500 Jun 01, 2023

This week we hear from Christopher Patnoe, Google’s ‘Head of Accessibility and Disability Inclusion’ ahead of RNIB’s ‘Inclusive Design For Sustainability Conference’. We get the latest about a new NaviLens trial taking place in Wolverhampton and we’ll find out more about the Valuable 500 organisation.
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461: Tech Talk 461: Microsoft Talk Accessibility, WeWalk Smart Cane Demo, Using Alt Text May 25, 2023

This week we’re hearing about the ways that Microsoft marked the recent ‘Global Accessibility Awareness Day’, Callum returns with his practical demonstration of the WeWalk smart cane and RNIB’s Head of Social Media, Becky Brynolf, talks about using ALT text on social media.
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460: Tech Talk 460: WeWalk App Demo, GAAD 2023, A.I. Described Images May 18, 2023

This week, the team at Plane Studios are joining us to talk about a new way of using A.I. to make images more accessible when you’re online. Callum tests the WeWalk smart cane, plus, to celebrate this year’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re talking about the global trends in technology that you need to be aware of.
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459: Tech Talk 459: Draft Media Bill, Navilens, RNIB’s Director Of Technology Returns May 11, 2023

This week, we’re hearing about the changes that could be on the way to make radio, television and streaming broadcasts more accessible for everyone. We’ll have the second part of our interview with Aidan Forman, RNIB’s Director of Technology. And we’ll find out about the latest product line to carry Navilens technology.
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458: Tech Talk 458: Skyscanner, Samsung Galaxy Smart Watch, RNIB Director Of Technology May 04, 2023

This week, we’ll hear about why travel booking website 'Skyscanner' are making it a priority to hire from the blind and partially sighted community, RNIB’s Director of Technology, Aidan Forman, takes us inside the charity’s IT department and technology and travel consultant Hussein Patwa will tell us about his Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch.
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457: Tech Talk 457: Sound Without Sight Project, Sight Village Wales Apr 27, 2023

This week, a special roundup of events from this year’s Sight Village Wales and we hear about the ‘Sound Without Sight’ event for audio creators which is coming up at Google HQ.
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456: Tech Talk 456: Avanti West Coast Return, Monarch Part Two, Your Email Apr 20, 2023

This week the accessibility team from Avanti West Coast Trains will be back to give an update on their latest project and to answer some listener questions, we’ll be hearing more about the new ‘Monarch’ multiline refreshable braille display, and we’ll be answering your emails.
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455: Tech Talk 455: Monarch Braille Display, RNIB On Twitch, NV Access Apr 13, 2023

This week gamer SightlessKombat tells us about RNIB’s recent Twitch video game streaming, we’ll hear about the new ‘Monarch’ multiline braille display from Humanware and American Printing House, we’ll also be finding out more about the work of NV Access.
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454: Tech Talk 454: Emporia Tablet, Design For Every Gamer, Estée Lauder Makeup Assistant Apr 06, 2023

This week were hearing about RNIB’s new ‘Design For Every Gamer’ campaign, which hopes to create better gaming experiences for all. Siobhan Mede tells us about her time using the Estée Lauder accessible makeup assistant app, and Tasneem Arshad tries out the Emporia tablet.
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453: Tech Talk 453: VoxiVision, Octopus Home Mini, More From CSUN Mar 30, 2023

This week we hear more reports from this year’s CSUN conference, Tasneem gets the low down on the VoxiVision and we’ll also be speaking to one listener about their experience of using the Octopus Home Mini.
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452: Tech Talk 452: CSUN Interviews, Emporia Talk Active Mar 24, 2023

This week we’ll be hearing some special reports from the CSUN Accessible Technology Conference in California, and Callum gets his hands on the Talk Active Phone from Emporia.
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451: Episode 451: HIMS Senseplayer, Artificial Intelligence? Your Emails Mar 17, 2023

This week Steve Tyler, Director of Assistive Technology at Leonard Cheshire gives us his take on the recent trend for so-called ‘artificial intelligence’ tools, Callum asks Stuart Lawler from Sight and Sound all about the Senseplayer from HIMS and of course we’ll be tackling your emails.
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450: Tech Talk 450: Emporia, Mobile Payments, Dolphin Computer Access Mar 10, 2023

This week we’re hearing form Chris Millington, CEO of Emporia, about their range of accessible smart phones and tablets. RNIB Tech For Life’s Colin Shales drops by to explain options for making mobile payments work for you, and Dave Williams hears the latest from Dolphin Computer Access.
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449: Tech Talk 449: Classroom Technology, Biel Glasses, Smart Home Devices Mar 03, 2023

This week RNIB Education Specialist Jane Sharp tells us about the role of accessible technology in the classroom, David Hogg fills us in on the Biel smart glasses and one Tech Talk listener tells us all about the ‘smart home’ technology he’s installed, in some very unusual places.
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448: Tech Talk 448: Accessible Train Travel, Envision Update, RealSAM Feb 24, 2023

This week we get on board with a new passenger assistance scheme from Avanti West Coast Trains, Envision CEO Karthick Kannan drops by to explain the changes coming soon to the Envision service and Louise Humphreys from Real Sam gives us an update on their plans for this year.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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447: Tech Talk 447: Publishing As A VI Author, Accessible Makeup App, Your Emails Feb 17, 2023

This week we’re chatting with VI author Ami Turnbull who is talking about the role technology played in writing her debut novel . David Hogg hears about Estee Lauder’s accessible new app for helping to apply makeup and we’re also catching up with your questions and queries.
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446: Tech Talk 446: Matt Brown From Living Audio, Seeing AI's Indoor Navigation Tool Feb 10, 2023

This week, we’re talking to audio expert Matt Brown from Living Audio about some of the tools he uses to make his work as an audio engineer more accessible, and we’ll also be getting to grips with the new Indoor Navigation feature from Microsoft’s Seeing AI.
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445: Tech Talk 445: Are You Using An Android?, CES Highlights, Your Emails Feb 03, 2023

This week we look back at some of the big announcements from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, we spend some quality time Android and RNIB's Robin Spinks returns to the programme answer one of your questions.
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444: Tech Talk 444: AI Narration From Apple, Smart Phone Options, Your Emails Jan 27, 2023

This week we discuss how Apple's new AI narration of audiobooks might leave listeners questioning what's real. We hear about options for push button smart phones from RNIB Tech For Life's Madleen Bluhm and we'll be answering your email.
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443: Tech Talk 443: Aira Changes, TFL In Northern Ireland, JAWS And Excel Jan 20, 2023

On this week's Tech Talk, we speak to Aira, the visual interpreter service, about changes coming to their service. We hear more tips for using JAWS more effectively and Dave Williams speaks to Jackie Brown from RNIB's Tech For Life Service in Northern Ireland.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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442: Tech Talk 442: BlindSquare, Air Fryers, RNIB Reading Library Jan 13, 2023

On this week's Tech Talk Callum chats to Ilkka Pirttimaa, the developer of the BlindSquare app about recent changes in the world of navigation apps, Paul Porter Tells Dave about the changes being made to the way people can access audio books from RNIB's reading library and we're heading into the kitchen to discuss air-fryers.
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439: Tech Talk 441: Accessible Technology Panel 2023 Jan 06, 2023

A very special accessible technology panel which features expert insight from RNIB's Head of inclusive design Robin Spinks, Léonie Watson Director of TetraLogical and Mary Fernandes Lead Disability Inclusion Consultant with Cisco Systems.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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439: Tech Talk 440: The Best Of 2022 Dec 30, 2022

We're looking back at some of our biggest moments of 2002. Featuring interviews with Netflix, What 3 Words and even our Tech Talk listeners.
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439: Tech Talk 439: Apple Air Tag Demo, Vision Aid, RNIB Tech Bites Dec 23, 2022

This week, Callum sets up an Apple Air Tag, Tasneem catches up with Vision Aid to hear about more of their technology designed for people with low vision and we hear the first in our new series of 'Tech Bites' from RNIB.
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438: Tech Talk 438: Native Instruments, Tech Bites, Your Emails Dec 16, 2022

This week we speak to RNIB's Thorsten Bluhm about the new 'Tech Bites' feature which provides some useful hints and tips for JAWS users. RNIB Connect Radio's Sandra Gayer speaks to the team behind the Native Instruments music software and we'll be answering more listener emails.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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437: Tech Talk 437: Mastodon, Now And Then App, Accessible Gaming Dec 09, 2022

This week Callum demonstrates how accessible social media platform 'Mastodon' is for blind and partially sighted users, we hear all about the new 'Now and Then' app which aims to makes accessing tourist and heritage sites easier, and RNIB's Gaming expert Ben Breen takes us through some of the best options for Christmas 2022.
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436: Tech Talk 436: Vision Aid, Bright Page And Alexa For Windows Dec 02, 2022

This week we hear about new updates to the RNIB website, Tasneem speaks to Ellis Ellis from Vision Aid about the Clover Book range and Callum hears how the 'Bright Page' app might change the way that visually impaired people read.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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435: Tech Talk 435: Amar Latif, Seeing AI, Taira Technology Nov 25, 2022

This week Amar Latif shares how he uses the Seeing AI App from Microsoft. Callum demonstrates how Seeing AI can be used to access healthcare products and Tasneem gets the lowdown from Taira Technology.
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434: Tech Talk 434: OrCam, RNIB Shop Black Friday Deals, Sight Village South East Nov 18, 2022

This week we hear how Toby Davey got on at Sight Village South East. We'll be talking about the best deals you can find this Black Friday on the RNIB shop and we'll have the very latest from OrCam.
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433: Tech Talk 433: Accessible In Home Displays, Virgin Media's Voice Guidance, Apple Air Pods Nov 11, 2022

On this week's show we get our hands on an Accessible In Home Display, Callum tries out the Voice Guidance feature from Virgin Media and Colin Shales from RNIB's Technology for Life Team explains why he's just updated to the Apple Air Pod Pro 2.
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432: Tech Talk 432: Bristol Braille Technology, Accessible Kitchen Devices, Copy And Paste In iOS Nov 04, 2022

On this week's show, Dave ventures into the kitchen to look at accessible kitchen technology, Tasneem shows us how to easily copy and paste using iOS devices and we chat to Ed Rogers from Bristol Braille Technology about the Canute 360 multi-line braille e-reader.
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431: Tech Talk 431: Aspire Consultancy, Welsh Accessibility Options, Photos In Seeing AI Oct 27, 2022

This week, Hannah Rowlatt from RNIB's Technology For Life team takes us through options for accessible technology in Welsh. Tasneem gets to grips with accessing photos using the Seeing AI app, and we catch up with Graham Longley from Aspire Consultancy.
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430: Tech Talk 430: Seeing AI, Haleon Works With RNIB, Workplace Tech For Low Vision Oct 20, 2022

On this week's show, Callum hears about the work Haleon has been doing to make their health products more accessible. Dave speaks to Saqib Shaikh to discuss Microsoft's Seeing AI app, and we hear the experiences of entering the workplace with a visual impairment. You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker. You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode. We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

429: Tech Talk 429: Low Vision Technology, Accessible Gaming Symposium, iPhone Voice Memos Oct 13, 2022

On this week's show, we take a visit to the Accessible Gaming Symposium in Dundee, Tasneem gets to grips with sending voice memos with the iPhone, and Dave chats with Lisa Adams from RNIB on technology solutions for people with low vision.
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428: Tech Talk 428: Alana AI, Face ID On The iPhone, Your Emails Oct 06, 2022

This week, Dave hears all about the work Alana AI are doing in the world of conversational artificial intelligence, Tasneem takes us through the setup of Face ID on the iPhone, and we do our best to answer your questions.
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427: Tech Talk 427: Stellar Trek GPS, Eloquence On iOS And The Hable One Returns Sep 29, 2022

On this episode; Dave hears about the new Stellar Trek GPS device from Humanware, Callum speaks to the developers of the Hable One keyboard and we demonstrate how to access Eloquence on the new version of iOS16.
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426: Tech Talk 426: RealThing AI, Hable One Demo, Magnification Sep 22, 2022

On this episode; Dave chats with the developers of RealThing AI, Callum gets a demonstration of the Hable One keyboard and Tasneem hears about the difference that magnification has made to one listener.
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423: Tech Talk Announcement Sep 15, 2022

Information on accessible ways to access the online book of condolence for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II along with coverage of her lying-in-state.

425: Tech Talk 425: WeWALK Smart Cane, Alt Tags On Social Media, Sightless Kombat Sep 08, 2022

On this edition of Tech Talk, we're talking to Ben Breen, RNIB's new accessible gaming expert. Callum demonstrates how easy (or difficult) it is to use alt tags on social media sites. Plus, we catch up with the developers of the WeWALK smart cane.
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424: Tech Talk 424: Alt Tags From Space, MyEyes Trial, Guide Dogs App Demo Sep 01, 2022

This week Callum Demonstrates the new App from Guide Dogs to help battle guide dog refusals. We hear about a trial of the My Eyes app at Vauxhall Station in London plus, how alt tags have made extraordinary new photographs from space more accessible.
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423: Tech Talk 423: Language Learning Apps, Sky Q, Guide Dog Refusals Aug 25, 2022

On this week's Tech Talk, Jo Fullerton from RNIB's Tech For Life team takes us through options for language learning apps. Dave gives us a demonstration of Sky Q's accessibility features and we hear about a new app that hopes to tackle guide dog refusals.
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422: Tech Talk 422: Tactile Watch Design, Accessible Cash Machine Survey, Listener Experience Aug 18, 2022

This week the team speak to a design student hoping to create a new tactile watch. We hear the technology experiences of one of our listeners and we speak to RNIB about a new survey on accessible cash machines.
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421: Tech Talk 421: Netflix Audio Description, Sonos Roam, Audio Games Campaign Aug 11, 2022

This week we speak to Heather Dowdy, Director of Accessibility at Netflix, about their work with Audio Description. Callum puts the Sonos Roam through its paces and we hear about a new campaign to make audio games easier to find.
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420: Tech Talk 420: Push Button Smart Phones, Sony Linkbuds And Accessible Gaming Aug 04, 2022

On this episode of Tech Talk we hear about the push button alternatives to smart phones, Callum tests the Sony Linkbuds and we hear the experiences of VI Gamer Arron Danvers-Jukes.
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419: Tech Talk 419: Accessible University Applications, Cobolt Systems, How Does Technology Make You Feel? Jul 28, 2022

On this episode of Tech Talk we hear about making university applications more accessible with UCAS, Dave catches up with Cobolt Systems and we talk about how technology can affect your health and wellbeing.
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418: Tech Talk 418: Envision Interview, Making PDF's More Accessible and Your Thoughts On Visiting Exhibitions Jul 21, 2022

This week we're speaking to Envision co-founder and CTO Karthik Kannan about some major updates on the horizon. Tasneem has found a way to make PDF documents more accessible in JAWS. Plus, your thoughts on accessible exhibitions.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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417: Tech Talk 417: Blind Singer Sandra Gayer, Video Banking, 'In Your Pocket' From RealSAM Jul 14, 2022

This week we're speaking to blind soprano singer Sandra Gayer about her career in music. RNIB's Technology For Life team fill us in on video banking. Plus, Louise Humphreys from RealSAM tells us more about the 'In Your Pocket' device.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
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416: Tech Talk 416: Optelec, Accessible Washing Machines And Your Experiences Jul 08, 2022

This week Dave has been speaking to Mark Statham from Optelec about video magnification, we look at smart washing machines and a listener fills us in on a low tech location method.
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415: Tech Talk 415: Sight Village Special, Sight And Sound, Humanware, Dolphin Jun 30, 2022

This week is all about the Sight Village Exhibition. We hear from exhibitors and find out what it's like to attend in person.
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414: Tech Talk 414: The DAISY Consortium, Sharkie Demo, Can You See Me App Jun 23, 2022

This week we get in the picture with new video conferencing app 'Can You See Me', Tasneem gets to know 'Sharkie' the personal assistant from JAWS and Dave chats with Richard Orme from the DAISY Consortium.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

413: Tech Talk 413: Travel Special, Moovit, My Eyes App Jun 16, 2022

This week on Tech Talk it's a travel special. Callum tries out the Passenger Assist and Moovit apps and we learn about a new app that could make getting about a much more enjoyable experience.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

412: Tech Talk 412: David Woodbridge, The Rivo Keyboard And The Ring Video Doorbell Jun 09, 2022

This week, on Tech Talk, we talk to Adaptive Technology expert David Woodbridge, Tasneem tries the Rivo Keyboard and Callum demonstrates the Ring Video Doorbell.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

411: Tech Talk 411: 'Sleep When I Sleep', Accessible Energy Reader, Colin Shales Interview Jun 02, 2022

This week, on Tech Talk, we talk to Colin Shales from RNIB's Technology for Life Team. We hear about the new 'Sleep When I Sleep' App developed with audiobook readers in mind and Callum gets hands on with an Accessible Smart Meter.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

410: Tech Talk 410: What 3 Words CEO, Smart Energy Choices And The JAWS Sound Splitter Feature May 26, 2022

This week, on Tech Talk, we talk to Chris Sheldrick, the co-founder of location service 'What 3 Words'. Steve Tyler from Leonard Cheshire joins us to talk about the work that the charity does. Plus, Callum tries out the new sound splitter feature in JAWS.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

409: Tech Talk 409: Accessible Fitness Options, Inside 'Access IT' Magazine And The Liquid Level Indicator May 19, 2022

This week, on Tech Talk, Callum head to the kitchen to review the liquid level indicator. Dave talks to Mark Evans from RNIB's Technology for Life team about the best in accessible fitness tech and Jo Franks fills us in on 'Access IT' magazine.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

408: Tech Talk 408: Accessible Television Services, Talking Books and the Amazon Echo 'Show And Tell' May 12, 2022

This week, on Tech Talk, Callum's been experimenting with the Amazon Echo's Show and Tell Feature. We're discussing options for accessing Talking Books with Paul Porter and RNIB's Technology for Life Team drop by with a guide to smart and accessible television services.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

407: Tech Talk 407: Amazon Echo Setup, RNIB Technology for Life, Jenny Axler Interview May 05, 2022

Tech Talk returns to the airwaves, hosted by Dave Williams, Callum Stoneman and Tasneem Arshad with loads of new information on accessible technology.
Our first show back features a setup demonstration of the Amazon Echo, and introduction to RNIB's Technology for Life Team and an interview with Jenny Axler who works for an assistive technology company in South Korea (HIMS).
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure you're subscribed to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

406: Meet the New Team Apr 30, 2022

After a short Hiatus RNIB Connect Radio's flagship technology series 'Tech Talk' is making its return on Tuesday May 3rd. Allan caught up with one of the show's new presenters to find out what's planned for the return of 'Tech Talk'.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm from the 3rd May on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You can hear new episodes of the Tech Talk podcast every Friday. Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

406: Tech Talk is Back! Apr 28, 2022

Tech Talk returns to the airwaves, with a new team and loads of new information on accessible technology.
You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm from the 3rd May on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your smart speaker.
You can hear new episodes of the Tech Talk podcast every Friday. Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to never miss an episode
We'd love to hear your thoughts on accessible technology, drop us an email at techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #RNIBTechTalk

406: The Last Episode! Nov 30, 2021

Well it had to happen at some point we guess! The last episode of Tech Talk hosted by Steven Scott and the team is finally here. But what happens next?? Make sure you listen all the way through to find out.
On this week's episode, Steven is joined by Tim Schwartz, Robin Christopherson and Shaun Preece to talk about the past ten years of the show under their stewardship. We hear from you, our valued listeners, who share your thoughts on the show over the last decade, and we are joined by special guest Yvonne Milne, the RNIB Connect Radio station manager, to tell us about the future of Tech Talk and offer her own views on its history.
We want to thank all of our listeners for your valuable contributions and time that you gave to your show. It's meant so much to us. We know we'll meet again soon so keep an eye and ear on us on Twitter. Steven Scott is @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson is @USA2Day, Tim Schwartz is @timschwartz5 and Shaun Preece is @theblurrednerd.

405: New MacBook Pro, Rode Wireless Microphone, Learning Screenreaders Nov 23, 2021

In our penultimate episode before Tech Talk takes a well-earned rest, Steven and the guys get together to talk about his new MacBook Pro and his initial thoughts.
Also Robin and Tim quiz Steven on a new wireless microphone setup he has bought from Rode called the Rode Wireless Go 2.
And discussion starts on the best way to learn a screen reader following a debate online. Is it best to learn a screen reader with the screen turned off or on?
As always your emails are welcome but remember you only have one week left to get in touch with the team here via techtalk@rnib.org.uk.

404: Hable One, AirPods 3 and New iPhones Nov 16, 2021

This week the team get round the table once more to talk about the fallout from last week's announcement with a special voicemail from long time listener Peter who really summed up the mood of the audience.
However the team get back to the tech and talk about the new Hable One bluetooth braille keyboard for smartphones and other devices. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks to the founder of Hable One and also to Clare Maxwell from the RNIB Shop to talk about its availability.
There's also a lot of talk around the new features inside the new AirPods 3 which Steven and Robin have got their grubby paws on.
And Mark Evans from the Tech for Life team at RNIB gets in touch to share his thoughts on his new iPhone 13 Pro.
As always we delve into the mailbag too to answer some of your queries. Keep in touch with us in our final weeks on Twitter - Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @LABCast.
Plus you can still keep in touch with Tech Talk directly by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk.

403: A Special Announcement, Digital Literacy and Making Android More Accessible Nov 09, 2021

In this week's episode we get a special announcement from Steven about the show and Robin and Tim weigh in.
There's also an interview with Vodafone's Emma Reynolds and Tommy McDade from Bernardo's about a new report into the importance of digital literacy.
There's also a new feature from Dinos at the Tech for Life team at RNIB telling us about apps that can make using an Android phone that little bit easier if you are blind or low vision.
As always get in touch with the show by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk or by following the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

402: Tech from the past, Ferrite app, Specialist apps for blind people Nov 02, 2021

It's all about your emails this week as we dive into the inbox to find out what you want us to talk about. We continue with Kelly's request for your Tech From The Past with some contributions starting to come in, plus there's lots of talk on specialist apps that make smartphones easier following our discussion with the founder of Voxmate a few weeks ago.
There's also a new feature from the team at RNIB Technology for Life. Chris joins us to share his thoughts on an audio editing app for iPhone and iPad called Ferrite, plus lots more.
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

401: Audio Description, Amazon App and Keyboard Modifiers Oct 26, 2021

This week the team discuss the latest updates from Channel 4 following the outage that saw audio description, subtitling and signing become unavailable to a number of broadcasters due to a fire at the broadcast centre that handles all of the access services.
There's also an update for fans of the Amazon shopping app following changes that left blind and partially sighted users unable to search and view results or product information.
Plus Mark Evans from the Technology for Life team joins us to discuss keyboard modifier keys, what they are and why they are important.
Plus there's more of your emails with questions on the best headsets for the office and what type of computer is best for someone looking to buy a PC with JAWS ready to go out of the box?
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

400: Apple's MacBook Event Special Oct 19, 2021

On this week's special episode, Steven Scott, Tim Schwartz and Robin Christopherson are joined by Shaun Preece to discuss the Apple Event held on the 18th of October.
This event was aimed purely at Mac enthusiasts and in particular those who are power users of the MacBook Pro lineup. The team discuss how these machines will benefit those customers and chat about the other products announced including new AirPods and three new colourful HomePod Minis.
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

399: Windows 11, Voxmate app and Technology Elitism? Oct 12, 2021

This week the guys got together to discuss the latest accessibility news around Windows 11... except there was none! So... instead they talk about how nice they think it looks - from a blind perspective! Should be fun!
Thankfully we have a wonderful guest with this week. Gleb Zevkov is the founder of Voxmate, an app that aims to provide a simpler experience using a touchscreen smartphone. Although while the app may be simple to operate it does offer a number of features with the entire experience built to be enjoyed by the blind and partially sighted community. In our extensive interview, Gleb talks about the app's inception as well as how it compares to other products on the market. Find out about the app at www.voxmate.com.
We also get your thoughts on the topics discussed in your emails, with comments from Greg about technology elitism and Negative Julian (self-titled) comments on the Amazon Always Home Cam drone.
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

398: Amazon's Event, Smart Washing Machines and The Wrong Coffee Maker Oct 05, 2021

This week the team discuss the big announcements from Amazon's event including the Astro robot assistant, the new Echo Show 15 and Halo View, the new smart watch fitness band. But what about accessibility on all these new devices? Will they meet our expectations?
There's also a review of the Miele smart washing machine courtesy of Madleen Bluhm from RNIB's Technology for Life team. Find out why Madleen is once again enjoying doing the washing as a blind person. For more information about the washing machines Madleen discusses visit this link: https://w1.miele.com/en-int/?_ga=2.136284468.464683654.1633377685-701815581.1633377685&_gac=1.184240724.1633378490.CjwKCAjwzOqKBhAWEiwArQGwaKXHWU7drB_hBiNE3TVFLJCUVkyIomJBP9RMrfYVFL9xuynMYZ2VvBoC4PQQAvD_BwE
There's also more of your emails including a comment from Billy that we shouldn't shy away from talking up the benefits of smartphones to the blind, and Kelly suggests a new topic for us all to contribute to over the next few weeks.
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

397: Microsoft Event, New iPads and iPhones and an Amazon Robot? Sep 28, 2021

In this week's episode Steven Scott is once again joined by Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet and Tim Schwartz from the Life After Blindness podcast to discuss all of the big announcements from Microsoft at their Surface event.
The focus this week is on the accessibility of the new products and also to discuss the big accessibility news itself at the event with the launch of the new Surface Adaptive Kit that gives blind people Microsoft's own version of bump ons!
Plus there's a look ahead to Amazon's event happening Tuesday 28th September and Steven talks about his lovely new iPad mini and iPhone 13 - but why not the 13 Pro?
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

396: Apple Event, Facebook Glasses and a new rock band? Sep 21, 2021

This week it's all about the Apple Event that was held in California on the 14th of September. Steven, Robin and Tim are joined by Ru Bhikha, mobiles expert at Uswitch.com to talk through the event and discuss what's new from the big fruit company.
Also we get an update on the latest tech news from Sophie Ashford including news on roaming charges coming back for UK customers when in Europe and how motorbikes can be harmful to your iPhone!
There's also news on Facebook launching a new smart glasses product in partnership with glasses maker Ray-Ban but will the addition of a camera in the glasses as well as speakers and a microphone cause some to be concerned about privacy, and what is the capability of such a device?
And of course there's more of your emails. Lots of comments about the new robot voice Graham we've started using to read the emails out, plus a thought-provoking discussion starter from Greg on whether or not we are all technology elitists here at Tech Talk.
As always send in your thoughts and comments to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and follow the team on Twitter. Steven Scott @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

395: Apple Event Preview, Jaws Nuggets and Accessible Tea Sep 14, 2021

As the Apple Event draws near the Tech Talk team are in full rumour-mode with suggestions on what might be coming and what everyone is looking forward to.
There's also a discussion around the news that McDonalds has teamed up with Vispero - the company behind the popular JAWS screenreader - to make it's touchscreen server screens in store more accessible. Plus there's a brief look at what's coming up in terms of accessibility within the new Windows 11 software from Microsoft which is due to roll out from October 5th.
Davinder from RNIB's Technology for Life team also drops by to tell us all about the new Breville Hot Cup Water Dispener to help make a safer cup of tea - link here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breville-HotCup-Dispenser-Variable-Dispense/dp/B002NGNRHC/ref=asc_df_B002NGNRHC/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=231909287202&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3769138484814830017&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007363&hvtargid=pla-451618390517&psc=1&th=1&psc=1
And of course there's more of your emails. Lots of interesting discussion in the threads as always including a fantastic new feature of Sky Q found by listener Gordon, and a problem with the Amazon app found by listeners Dave and Maria. Email in with your contributions to techtalk@rnib.org.uk or find Steven Scott on Twitter @BlindGuyTech, Robin Christopherson @USA2Day and Tim Schwartz @timschwartz5

394: Microsoft and Apple Events, Apps for Social Media and Identifying Chocolate By Touch Sep 07, 2021

Steven Scott is joined by AbilityNet’s Robin Christopherson and co-host of The Echo Show and Double Tap Canada Shaun Preece. No Tim this week as he’s on holiday.
We discuss the upcoming Microsoft and Apple Events, the latter was not announced at the time of recording this episode. There’s some interesting news for fans of desktop apps for Twitter, WhatsApp and Telegram, and we get an inside scoop on some bug fixes coming soon for Sky Q Voice Guidance users.
We also read out your tweets and emails you’ve been sending in including a question from Norma about what to do to keep your data safe when buying a new phone. Catherine asks why we don’t discuss Synapptic phones on the show and Greg suggests the RIVO keyboard is a great way to input text and navigate a smartphone rather than a bluetooth keyboard or even the touchscreen itself.
And finally we bid farewell to Emails Andy who is off to pastures new. We meet his replacement who we think we’ll call Emails A I - the robots are taking over!
Keep your comments coming about the show to techtalk@rnib.org.uk or reach out to us directly on Twitter. Steven Scott is @BlindGuyTech, Shaun Preece is @TheBlurredNerd and Robin Christopherson is @USA2Day.

393: We've Got More Emails! Aug 31, 2021

Hello Tech Talkers!
Last week we started the mammoth task of tackling the emails that you, lovely listener, have been sending us! Do Steven Scott, Tim Schwartz, Shaun Preece, and Emails Andy finally get through them all?
Spoiler alert, yes, we do... with time to spare!

Our topics on today's podcast include Smart TVs, new features on JAWS, more thoughts on the RNIB Radio, monitors which have on-board audio, as well as other talking points, such as Steven's new old iPhone (in red), Cookie Monster, moving to America (and back again in time for Coronation Street), Tim wanting theme music, Shaun having trouble spelling, and Queen.
To email us, it's TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
More mail next week!

392: Emails, We Get Emails, We Get Your Emails Everyday! Aug 24, 2021

Hello Tech Talk fans!
This week we have Steven Scott, Tim Schwartz, Shaun Preece, and Emails Andy guiding you through the show.
Over the next two shows, we're focussing on our email inbox - yes, all the mail from yourselves on a variety of topics, and this week, we're getting a little philosophical with our talking points!
Our topics include gripes with the behemoth companies we buy our tech from, recommendations on smartphones with bluetooth keyboards, how to encourage the VI community into using tech more, especially if price is an issue, Windows 365 thoughts,
and requests for demos!
To email us, it's TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
More mail next week!

391: Screen time usage in Lockdown, Oak meditation app, and emails Aug 17, 2021

Welcome back everyone, the Tech Talk team returns for another jam-packed show!
No Robin this week, I'm afraid, he's away on holiday, but we have a returning Tim, and Shaun is also amongst us once again! They join Steven and Emails Andy to cover everything in the world of tech, accessible tech and more!
We kick off with a discussion about screen time - according to a report from regulator Ofcom, UK adults spent nearly a third of their waking hours watching TV and online video content in 2020. This provokes a discussion about if this is a healthiest way to live life, and more importantly, for those of us who have children, how vital it is that we monitor and regulate this for them. Yes, the internet is full of wonderful learning resources and advice, but there's plenty of Minecraft videos they'd rather be watching into the early hours!
The report also stresses that streaming is now far more popular than regular TV - Steven thinks he'll see the end of one major channel in his lifetime, so how long before our media consumption is 100% on demand?
If all this stresses you out a little bit, fear not! Holly Tuke from RNIB Connect Radio's Happy Hour show talks us through the meditation app called Oak, which is free! So sit cross legged, breathe deeply, and relax... or else!
In emails this week - fixing your telephone microfilter may be the cause of bad internet and crackly lines, a lovely review of the RNIB Talking Books skill on Lady A, and some recommendations from a listener for Steven to try in the crime thriller book category
All that, plus nodding dogs, new phones from Samsung, Apple rumours, the Fonz, forgetting your Ubereats password, a little more on Euro Truck Simulator, as Andy has now fallen into that pit, as have a handful of our audience base!
To share your thoughts and feelings, or just to tell us you too are now driving virtual trucks around in a computer game, email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk!
Chat to you all soon!

390: WeWalk, Apple & Privacy, and Euro Truck Simulator 2 Aug 10, 2021

Hello there boys and girls, welcome back to another Tech Talk - whoever you are and whatever you're doing, we're happy to have you along for the ride!
On this week's show, Steven, Robin, Emails Andy and special guest Shaun Preece are here, with Tim being unwell. Coming up, the team tackle the top tech news story of the week, namely that Apple are making plans to scan iPhone images for sexual abuse content of minors; putting the subject matter to one side, is this a huge invasion of everyone's privacy, or does the 'slippery slope' argument not have any legs here? Robin and Shaun break down the tech behind scanning these 'hashes', Andy admits he's had his opinion on privacy swayed by it, and Steven has even more questions.
Also this week, another look at the WeWalk Smart Cane - from a small social impact project to Amazons Best Start up of the Year award, WeWalk has come far in it's short history, RNIB Connect Radio's Ellie Marsh has been catching up with the makers to see how things are going.
Hang on, we have a name thief! Somebody else has a show called Tech Talk - we can't have this! Well, actually we can, because we're big fans - we're talking about Ricky's Tech Talk on YouTube, and it covers unboxing videos with a big focus on accessibility, and the host of the show is RNIB's Community Connection Coordinator for London & South East England Ricky West. RNIB Connect Radio's Paulina Kuchorew sat down with him to find out more.
We love getting your emails! This week, we have a handful regarding Amazon Echo devices - can you connect Zoom to the earlier models? Can the Show 10 be set up with VoiceOver? What do the team suggest you could use them for outside of alarms and routines, of course with more than a few plugs for Robin and Shaun's other podcast!
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - get your emails in quickly, we have a few email specific shows lined up over the next few weeks - send them in now to get your thoughts on air.
All that, plus thunderstorms, SwitchBot, Steven's obsession with Euro Truck Simulator 2, and how often he crashes, Shaun being both loud and quiet at the same time, and news on Google's latest Pixel phone.
Chat to you all soon! x

389: Introducing the new RNIB Talking Books Alexa skill Aug 03, 2021

Welcome back to Tech Talk! This week we've got a bit of a special treat for you! Steven Scott is joined, as ever, by Robin Christopherson, as well as RNIB's Paul Porter, and Read On's Red Szell, to talk about a brand new skill available on Lady A!
Yes, that's right - RNIB Talking Books are now available through Alexa-enabled devices, such as Amazon smart speakers using an Alexa skill.
Talking Books service was first launched in 1935 and is now home to more than 30,000 audiobooks, which today are sent out to customers in CD or USB format or as digital downloads... and now on your Lady A device!
Once you start accessing Talking Books through an Alexa skill, you'll be able to get reading straight away as your books will be with you instantly. As you'll be able to open any of the books on our Online Library through simple voice commands, you can make immediate changes to your reading lists when you want to, without having to wait.
How do you get started with it then? Well, the library can now be accessed by asking “Alexa, open RNIB Talking Books”.
Bear in mind you'll need to be a registered RNIB Library member and have access to an Amazon account. You'll also need to have the Alexa app downloaded to your phone or tablet or have an Alexa-enabled device, such as a smart speaker. Download the RNIB factsheet for more information on how to get started.

388: Sight Tech Global, Smart Televisions, and Hadley Vision Resources Jul 27, 2021

Hello there Tech Talk fans, welcome to episode 388! On today's show, we've got Robin, Tim, and Emails Andy joining Steven with the show chock-a-block with content and talking points.
We chat to Douglas Walker, to find out about an online resource called Hadley that can advise on a wide range of areas, technology being a major one.
Jo Fullerton from the RNIB Technology for Life team has an app for the green-fingered among you.
We also have some quick fire news stories - Sight Tech Global going virtual, non-invasive blood sugar measuring confirmed by Apple supplier Rockley, Microsoft investing in voice technology and bringing new features to Outlook on iOS and soon on Android... and loads more!
Also, a quick dip into emails, namely an email aimed at Steven regarding accessible smart televisions - what is out there that he could recommend, and how troublesome is the set up process?
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your emails!
Chat soon :)

387: Windows 365, Ditching Facebook, and Returning to Safe Offices Jul 20, 2021

Out of the sweltering heatwave come sweltering Steven, roasting Robin, Tanned Tim and Emails Andy, ice lollies in hand, and fans blaring, to bring you another sun-kissed Tech Talk!
We tackle the topic of Windows 365, what is that, you ask? Well, fresh off of the Windows 11 announcement, and the new Surface hardware, Microsoft announced a new service that allows business customers to access Cloud PCs from anywhere. It's like remote access, only... better? For now we only have details on the business product, as WFH becomes more and more frequent.
Speaking of the office, with the easing of restrictions making it possible for us to once again go back into the workplace, how safe are our office environments and can technology help stop the spread of further disease? We hear a report on UV lighting detailing such worries.
Steven's decided to ditch Facebook, because it was ruining his productivity. How many hours can you lose to Facebook Watch? Well, quite a few it seems. Andy warns not to even consider trying TikTok, as you'll fall down a similar rabbit hole!
Also, Yvonne Brookes from RNIB's Technology for Life team returns, seemingly recording from Spain! She talks us through the free app Google Lookout.
What's that, you want more?! Fine!
Local sight loss charities are often the first port of call for those who have been just been told they are losing their vision. They offer hope and advice as well as peer support that can make a real difference. One area of support most often requested is technology support. Steven spoke to Debbie and Mel from the local organisation Suffolk Sight to find out what they offer.
All that, plus vortexes, Hitchhikers Guide, a very brief hands-on review of Steven's new USB headset, carbon footprints... and well done if you spotted Andy reading out an email we had featured last week - he didn't realise until after we had finished the show. Whoops!
If you want your emails to be read out once, and maybe even twice, contact TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - it'll be featured in an upcoming show.

386: Echo Show 10 Review, Radio on VLC, and Plenty of Emails Jul 13, 2021

Hello to you, and to you... and especially you!
Tech Talk is here once again with another deep dive into the world of accessible gadgets and gismos. This week, Steven, Robin, Tim and Emails Andy tackle more from the emails inbox, including emails meant for other departments! Aside from that, we dish out tips and tech must-haves when entering the workplace for the first time - what headphones work best with JAWS, that wont cut out the sound of the phone ringing? What is best for reading documents, that wont cut text off?
Also, Robin (and Faith) give us an audio demo of the Amazon Echo Show 10 device - the screen can follow you round the room, always keeping you in frame, but does that make them any less accessible to blind people, and also... is it worth the steep price tag?
Remember the good old days of using your FM, AM or Long Wave radio to tune into your favourite far flung stations? Did you know that you can use the latest apps on your smartphone or computer to achieve the same result? Dinos from RNIB's Technology For Life team returns to talk to us about listening to radio stations through the VLC media app.
All that, plus complaints about the temperature, hoodles, a whole load of Rachels, firmware installation issues, accessible nightmares, and a big woofer.
Stick around until the end to hear a plug from Tim!
For your emails, contact TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - it'll be featured in an upcoming show.
Until we speak again!

385: Clubhouse, Coffee, and Clearing the Email Inbox Jul 06, 2021

Tech Talk is back... where would you be without us!?
Steven, Robin and Emails Andy are all here, as is Tim, who has finally made it back from Clearwater, Florida (via Chicago) to rejoin Team Tech.
On the show this week, the team tackle the email inbox, including subjects such as:

Clubhouse: is it nothing more than an elite club, or is there truly room for everyone?
Microsoft breaking Outlook, and how listener Gordon and Be My Eyes helped them fix it
How setting up an Amazon Echo device in someone else's home can sometimes lead to unexpected embarrassment
Phones with keypads, and keyboards for phones
Problems with the Apple podcast player, and what alternatives are out there, and
Super helpful tips for Supernova

All that, plus a rather in-depth discussion about smart coffee makers, which leaves us all drooling (until we heard the price, and that it only does espresso!), slippers, woes about the weather, post-work Talkback options, and listeners lettings their spouses listen to Tech Talk because they are fans of Steven! More proof we need these lockdown restrictions to end, we're all going stir crazy!
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your emails, as always!

384: Windows 11, Wearable Tech, and Learning Braille Remotely Jun 29, 2021

What's the time? Why, it's Tech Talk o'clock!
Steven is joined by Robin, Emails Andy and 'special' guest Shaun Preece this week - where's Tim you may be asking, well, he's still on his holidays. The fearsome foursome sit down to discuss Windows 11 - what will be included, when it's coming, and what the accessibility features might be like. The hot phrase on everyone's techy lips this week is TPM - well Shaun's here to explain why it's being talked about so much with regards to upgrading from Windows 10.
Also on the show this week - wearable technology! The world of wearable tech is very much available and accessible to the blind community via smart glasses and more, some of which even claims it can help improve vision. Mark Evans from RNIB’s Technology for Life team and shares his findings on the latest gadgets out there.
The pandemic has cost many of us the ability to learn new skills and meet new people. However for one group of blind people, they used the latest tech to continue their desire to learn braille. The remote braille group got in touch with RNIB’s Community Connector team to get support in setting up a group via Microsoft Teams. Louise, Aneeba and Trish joined RNIB volunteer trainer Chantal to start the course, helped by RNIB’s Midlands and East England Community Connector Amy Woodward. Volunteer Chantal told Steven Scott how it all came about.
If that's not all, we also dip our toes briefly into the emails inbox, with one listener less than impressed with Sky! If you would like your opinions aired, you can email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and it'll be added to the pile.
Chat to you all next week!

383: Tech Talk: Accessible Gaming Special Jun 22, 2021

A special Tech Talk for you all this week, as we have a look into accessible gaming!
Steven is joined by five visually impaired gamers (Lynette, Kim, Abbie, Sophie and Matt) discussing the challenges and joys that gaming while blind gives. All part of RNIB’s campaign called Gaming for RNIB.
Also joining us, disabled gamers Steve Saylor and Courtney Craven share their views on the latest virtual E3 conference.
And also this week, RNIB’s Joanne Wilson from the Technology for Life team answers customer’s queries on the most accessible TVs on the market.
Share your thoughts on accessible gaming with the team! TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your emails, as ever

382: Sky Q, Diabetes monitoring, and Voice Recording apps Jun 15, 2021

Tech Talk is back in your ears once again, and boy... we're sounding good!
It's a full house this week - Steven's in the big chair, and is joined by Robin, Tim and Emails Andy, and there's a lot packed into today's hour!
Firstly, we're talking TV. Unfortunately, television set top boxes have for many years been a challenge for blind and partially sighted people, as they haven’t had accessibility features to speak aloud or make clearly what is on screen. We've been chatting to Fraser Stirling from Sky Q about how that is changing, with new features such as Voice Guidance. We also have a listener review on Sky Q from 'Friend of the Show' Kelly.
Speaking of regular listeners, Julian II follows up from our Technology for Life feature from a few weeks back with a personal review of the update to Google Lookout. It's such a promising app, but is it winning over the self proclaimed 'negative' Julian?
Also this week, Chris Turner joins us from RNIB's Technology for Life team to introduce us to the voice recording app Just Press Record, which is available on many SmartPhones, the gang talk about the next big Windows update, for Diabetes Awareness Week we're looking at what tech is out there to help monitor our diabetes with Thurston Bluhm, and, after a few weeks break, we crack open the steamer trunk of emails, now creeping back up to eight pages - Is Sky Go accessible on Android and Windows devices? More on the topic on Aftershoks headphones, NVDA vs Jaws, the much-debated RNIB Radio, pigs wearing lipstick, and is Robin really an undercover Amazon agent? We welcome your comments on anything from today's show, be it Sky Q, diabetes, recording devices, or Google Lookout - email the team at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk and hear your thoughts read out by the silky smooth English tones of Emails Andy!
Chat to you all next week!

381: #WWDC21 Breakdown Jun 08, 2021

Well well well; look who the cat dragged in...! It's time for the glorious return of Tech Talk - Have you missed us?
Steven's back, and is joined by Robin and Tim for a show dedicated to WWDC 2021- Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is held annually, and this year, held online. It was a two hour marathon of new software developments, IOS improvements and generally what new things the Apple whiz kids have been working on since we last saw them.
So what do the guys make of it? Was there any mention of accessibility? What new advancement are the team looking forward to the most?
Thank you for bearing with us whilst we were absent over the past few weeks, and thank you for the emails and messages regarding Steven. Our inbox is starting to collate nicely, so if you'd like to share your thoughts about this years' WWDC, or anything else on your mind, the address is TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and you'll have your musings read out on a future episode!
Until then, stay safe!

380: SuperNova, What Three Words and Emails May 11, 2021

Good day, everyone! Team Tech Talk returns for yet another show, full of accessible tech gossip and talking points. Settle down with a brew and a biscuit, and let us entertain you for the next hour!
On today's show, Steven is joined by Robin, Tim, Emails Andy and special guest Sue Dunn, who is a service user at the KVIN. Sue joins us to talk to us all about her experiences using SuperNova, the magnifier and screen reader for Windows. Can it be a serviceable alternative to other options? How customisable is it?
Also on this week, Hannah joins us from the RNIB Technology For Life team to tell us all about What Three Words- the app that divides the world into three metre squares, gives each square a unique combination of three words, that makes it easier to find and share exact locations.
We dip back into emails as well - and thank you so much for filling our inbox back up over the last week! We talk a little more about the disappointment regarding the RNIB Digital Radio, Steven asking Microsoft for favours, fully talking telephones, and problems with making phone calls on the Amazon Echo.
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your correspondence, as ever.
Join us next week!

379: Back Into Our Email Inbox May 04, 2021

Yes, it's us again, twice in one day - we spoil you!
On this episode, we have Steven, Robin, Andy, Callum and Shaun - and it is our goal to clear the TT email inbox - do we succeed? You'll have to listen to find out!
We start off the show a little confused, which admittedly, isn't that hard for some of us! But we soon dive back into your questions and queries, including: Lady A devices with minds of their own, a little more Aftershokz and cheek vibrations, reading manuals, fanfares, the merits of Voiceover, more NVDA chat, being wanted, this time with an actual NVDA user, bonny ladies or bunny ladies, working Netflix with Audio Description on your iPhone, convoluted Apple shortcuts, and loads more!
Want to air your opinion on Aftershokz, accessible TV's, screen readers or smart speakers? Email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
We'll be back next Tuesday at 1PM on both radio and podcast - see you then!

378: A Bank Holiday Email Special May 04, 2021

Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to Tech Talk!
What a treat we have for you this week - two Tech Talks! Now, I could explain that one aired on Bank Holiday Monday, and the other in the usual TT timeslot of Tuesday 1PM on RNIB Connect Radio, but you don't need to worry about that, as this is podcast world! Both shows are coming to you at the usual time. How generous are we? Very!
Steven is joined by Robin, Andy, and a returning Callum this week to hopefully empty the email inbox - firstly, we cover a rather impassioned email about the RNIB Digital Radio we reviewed a few weeks back - some people believe the product is falling far short of expectations, leaving them a little underwhelmed - as we like to be unbiased about these things, we talk about the apparent shortfalls. Does this radio discriminate?
Also, we hear about a success story of someone reporting an accessibility bug to the developer - it always brings a smile to hear these types of stories, especially when the company then goes out of its way to improve the software for an audience it maybe didn't consider the item was for.
We also dip our toes back into the NVDA chat, after an email from a coder - what would be the best screen reader to progress to for an increase of productivity, but with a lack of resources to try them all?
Also on this week, we talk about Steven's big head (literally in this case, although he's been hearing that figurative insult for years now!), tips on using smartphones left handed, incognito mode, Lady A on a PC, accessible TV's and PVRs (Personal Video Recorders), Aftershokz, Soundscape, and... what's in the box?!
Coming up in 379, Shaun Preece... You lucky people!

377: Apple's Spring Loaded Event, Braille Displays, and Amazon Echo Apr 27, 2021

It's Tuesday, it's 1pm, that means only one thing...Tech Talk!
Steven, Robin and Tim are all here to talk about the smorgasbord of new colourful products from Apple... yep, sorry haters, of course we're talking about the Spring Loaded Event, including the new iMac, and AirTags, and improvements to Apple TV. What do the team make of the news; underwhelmed, overwhelmed?
There is more to talk about, as ever - Ben Rendle is here from RNIB's Technology For Life team to tell us how he uses the Amazon Echo in his home, we're also joined by Paul Bepey to hear about Braille Displays, including the ElBraille.
As Steven mentioned in the show, next week we have not one, but TWO Tech Talks... you lucky people! You can tune in to RNIB Connect Radio on Bank Holiday Monday at 5PM to hear show one of our email specials, and then the second will be in our usual timeslot on a Tuesday. If you only listen via podcasts, no need to panic - both shows will drop one after the other on Tuesday at 1pm.
You still have time to get your emails in for those shows - but be quick! Want to air your opinion on the Apple event? What to talk about the latest tech product in your life? Have you purchased the new RNIB Digital Radio we talked about last week? All subjects will be covered! TechTalk@rnib.org.uk, and Andy will add them to the list for next week.
Until then!

376: Blind Android Users, Covid Test help from Be My Eyes, and the RNIB Digital Radio Apr 20, 2021

Here we are, once again, talking accessible technology on the aptly named Tech Talk!
Steven is joined by Robin, Tim and emails Andy for this week, as well as a whole host of special guests! Firstly, Steven has been chatting to the team at blindandroidusers.com, for an in-depth talk about Android and accessibility, availability, popularity, as well as the updates to TalkBack, Android Braille options, and taking the first steps away from a certain smartphone rival!
Also on the show, Steven gives a full and detailed, hands on review of the new RNIB digital radio, including the features and functions it has.
Not only that, we hear a clip from an interview from RNIB Connect Radio's Ellie Marsh on how Be My Eyes can help you with your Home Covid tests, we very briefly mention the Apple event which is happening today (April 20th), (but we'll save that for another time), and we tackle your emails and voicemails, including a couple more tips on productivity.
To email us your thoughts on the topics we covered today, email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and you'll hear it in an upcoming show.
If you'd like to find out more about Blind Droid Users, you can find them on your podcast app of choice, as well as smart speakers, and on internet enabled victor reader devices. You can follow them on Twitter here, or join their mailing list sending an email to to Blindandroidusers+subscribe@groups.io
Chat to you all soon!

375: New RNIB product catalogue, Echo Show 10, and accessible gaming Apr 13, 2021

Hi there! Welcome back to Tech Talk. There is loads and loads and loads in today's show, how on earth we cram everything in to one hour is beyond comprehension! Firstly, we can say that Steven, Robin and Andy are re-joined by Tim once again, after a brief absence - welcome back Mr Schwartz!
On today's show, we talk about some new products coming soon from the RNIB that has Steven all giddy! The new product guide was revealed at the start of April, and we talk through some of the items available - full demos from Steven coming soon, if he can ever stop saying the word "excited"!
Also this week, Steven chats with Dennis Stansbury, Amazon’s UK Country Manager for Alexa Experience and Devices, about the Echo Show 10 - the newest in the 'Lady A' range of smart speakers, which includes a 10.1" HD screen that moves automatically and always keeps you in the frame - a big plus for video calls, and following recipes in the kitchen!
Our Technology for Life team feature comes via Fraser Fleming of Triple Tap Tech in Scotland, who is talking all about accessible gaming!
What's that, you want more? Fine! We even have time to dip our toes into the pool of emails - this week, moving from PC to Mac, and what that means for those switching from Jaws to Voiceover.
All that, plus clamshell phones, QVC, Perky Duck, sunsets, ruminating, Demolition Man, and being covered in chocolate.
We love to read your emails, so if you have thoughts on the Echo Show 10, gaming consoles and accessibility, the new products from Amazon or anything in between... TechTalk@rnib.org.uk
P.S. Coming soon to this feed - a special Tech Talk Geek Out podcast on Aira!
Chat to you all next week :)

374: Google Lookout, Smart Crosswords, and a handful of emails Apr 06, 2021

Good day, lovely people!
On today's TT, Steven, Robin and Andy are once again joined by Shaun to talk all manner of wonderful things!
Some big news to come from Sky TV last week - Sky Q now gives more control to visually impaired customers, thanks to the service’s latest update, including a new Voice Guidance feature, which has got everyone all giddy!
Also, we hear all about Google Lookout, as Davinder Kullar from RNIB's Technology For Life team explains all.
Robin's having a few cross words with Lady A this week too - did you know you can do crosswords (or play crosswords, according to Steven), on your Echo device?
In emails this week, defending NaviLens, QR codes, and a question about cooking hobs not being accessible.
Finally... Get well soon, Tim!
Chat to you all next Tuesday!

373: Tech Tips for Managing Workflow, RNIB Braille Library changes, and Sharky Mar 30, 2021

Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like you're spinning far too many plates, and that things are getting on top of you? How many unread emails do you have? How many times a day does your work phone ring?
Well, we here at Tech Talk feel your pain - so we've gathered the crew to talk about some 'Top Tech Talk Tech Tips' to help battle workflow, productivity and time management!
Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson and Emails Andy return with self proclaimed Tech Talk black sheep Shaun Preece, to talk about overflowing email inboxes, FOMO and learning to switch off from 'work mode', prioritizing tasks, and being 'overfaced'! There are some really helpful tips on getting the most out of Outlook, Notepad, phone apps, and more.
Also this week, we hear from Mohammed Atif from the RNIB Technology for Life team, this week introducing us to Sharky, the JAWS 2021 voice assistant. In emails we talk about Clubhouse accessibility, and using NVDA as a first-time PC user, we hear a clip from Toby Davey's recent interview with Dave Williams about the new RNIB Braille Library on demand service starting April 2021, and we also talk a bit about 'Calls', the new Apple TV+ show which is all about audio!
All that, plus Hells Angels, A Star is Born, Lord Doctor, Greenland, and we send out best wishes to Tim, who is recovering from the after-effects of his COVID jag - get well soon, Mr S!
To email your thoughts and feelings: TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
PLUG! Robin will be talking all things accessibility with Emma Pratt-Richens, Senior Research Engineer (Accessibility Specialist) at the BBC - Tuesday 6 April at 1pm. It's free to register, click here! Other up-coming webinars can be found at www.abilitynet.org.uk/webinars
Back next week!

372: One Year of Lockdown - A Tech Perspective Mar 23, 2021

Good day Tech Talk fans! We need a name for you... Talkies? Tekkers? If you have a better name, email in ;)
Anyway, welcome to this week's show, and it's a bit of a special one this week, with a particular theme - Joining Steven and Robin this week are Madleen Bluhm and Ben Rendle from the RNIB's Technology For Life team.
It's been one whole year of COVID-related restrictions, in the UK at least. As of today, around 40% of the UK has been vaccinated - it seems like only yesterday we were worried about loo paper shortages, and getting money back from booked summer holidays. Steven and his regular contributors have been recording Tech Talk now from our home offices, our spare rooms, and wherever there is space, since episode 317. Today, on episode 372, we look back at an unprecedented twelve months.
What can we make of the last year, from a technology perspective? Have we seen any positives since last March? What about Madleen and Ben - have some of the questions they've been asked in the TFL team been challenging, or has it opened up new tech possibilities?
We'd love to know what you've made of Working From Home, online banking, video conferencing software, dealing with limitations of travel and seeing family. Email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.UK
One final note - there is a light at the end of this long tunnel we've been in. We hope Tech Talk has helped you over the last year, that the show has kept you company in times of isolation, given you laughs when some days it's been tough to smile, been a companion in times where we've not seen our colleagues, family and friends. For those of you who have not only listened along, but followed government restrictions, kept your distance, worn your masks and washed your hands - thank you.

371: IKEA's audio catalogue, LIDAR, and Hungry Hippos Mar 16, 2021

Good day to you all!
Welcome to another Tech Talk, brought to you by RNIB Connect Radio. This week marks the one year anniversary of self-isolating, working from home, and social distancing from our friends, extended family and co-workers - time flies, eh? Let Tech Talk cheer you up as spring is just around the corner!
This week's episode, featuring Steven, Robin, Tim and Emails Andy, covers the news and talking points from the week - did you know there's an audio version of the IKEA catalogue now online? Well, it's less of a full catalogue, more of a "tour for the ears", as IKEA themselves describe it. Think of it like an audiobook, with all the items in the story having price tags; could this kind of innovation catch on? We play an audio sample, and share our thoughts.
There's a new audio game on the iOS and Android market called Blind Drive, and as we're all fans of playing games and not doing actual work, we all promise to try it out, and see if the praise is justified!
What else? Well, Steven's reviewing the Sonic 2, which is a portable USB memory stick player and Bluetooth speaker. Will Steven listen to more audiobooks on it? Tim and Robin are sceptical! The tech also gets put through Steven's "how many toes would this break if I dropped it on my feet" test. Very scientific, I believe NASA operates similar methods.
More? You want more? Okay! We hear from Madleen Bluhm from the Technology For Life team about LIDAR, We chat about Apple apparently discontinuing the full-sized HomePod to focus on the HomePod Mini, in emails we get asked about the Apple Watch being suitable for running, and also about hidden dialog boxes on the Mac being a pain in the derriere!
All that, plus Andy possibly being replaced by 'Mia', lost llamas and hungry Hippos, hefty thunks, "open calculator!", narrators putting you off certain audiobooks, and Noah's Ark.
As ever, if you want to join in the chat, you can!
Email: techtalk@rnib.org.uk Tweet: @RNIBRadio using the #AskTechTalk.
Chat soon!

370: Clubhouse Accessibility, M1 vs Intel, and Wrestling Octopuses Mar 09, 2021

Time for a little taste of Tech Talk!
On today's show, Steven, Robin, Tim and Andy are joined by a new voice - please welcome Callum Stoneman! Steven throws Callum right into the deep end early on, with questions like "who are you?" and "what have you done with your life?", but we soon move on to less threatening topics such as first PC's, braille, preferred smartphone makers and more.
Also on today's show, we talk a little more at length about Clubhouse, and the recent update which aims to improve accessibility. Regarding the chat app as a whole, Tim and Steven are a little bit addicted, Robin's nonplussed, and Andy has total FOMO, being the Android fan he is. So has the update done enough? Also, what about security, or moderation?
In one of our emails this week, a listener asks Steven to compare the Apple M1 Chip with an Intel-based Apple machine, specifically if battery life any more important than overall performance, we talk a little more about iOS vs Android, but this time a listener asking: "what about Synapptic?" and Steven compares something to wrestling an octopus!
We sadly ran out of time to mention in this week's show, but Robin wanted to talk about the next AbilityNet Accessibility Insights webinar series, this time with The Valuable 500 campaign founder Caroline Casey! Find out more here:
https://abilitynet.org.uk/webinars/accessibility-insights-valuable-500-march-2021
To email us your questions, TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - still plenty of regal titles to give out!
Catch you all next week :)

Geek Out - Alana AI Mar 03, 2021

A little something extra for all you podcast subscribers!
On this episode of Geek Out, Steven speaks to Oliver Lemon from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, and Robin Spinks from RNIB to discuss Alana AI, a spin-out company from the university and how their new conversational AI could help RNIB deliver improved services in the future.
Find out more here: https://alanaai.com/

369: Screen Readers in 2021, RNIB Talking Microwave, and AD on Britbox Mar 02, 2021

Are you sitting comfortably? Well let's begin!
Hello, and welcome back to Tech Talk, and boy-o-boy what a show we have for you this week - it's jam-packed full of fun, frolics and fabulousness! Steven is joined by Robin, Tim and Andy... and Shaun Preece! Yes, the friendly neighbourhood shed-dweller returns to his old haunting ground.
Why, you may ask? Well it's to cover the topic of screen readers - we're now in 2021, so what's the best for use at home right now, especially for those starting out with screen readers? Yes, we know JAWS is great for professional use - to help you whilst you're at work, but this is about use out of the office. Shaun's an NVDA user - why did he choose that over others on the market such as VoiceOver, Narrator, or Dolphin? Can he persuade the others on the show to switch to? And why is Steven in trouble with his wife over Narrator?
If you would like to read Robin's historical look back at screen readers on the AbilityNet website, you can do so here: https://abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/microsoft-narrator-turns-21-we-celebrate-coming-age
Also this week, Steven's back in the kitchen to give a much more detailed demo of the RNIB Talking Microwave, our Technology for Life featurette this week is from Mark Evans, and it's all about keystrokes on your computer. The website Mark mentions is www.shortcutworld.com, Clubhouse and Discord, Britbox gets some Audio Description, and we cover a handful of emails including feedback on the smartphone vs computer debate, our favourite biscuits, and the Fintie Keyboard case.
To give us your thoughts on what screen reader you find best for personal use, email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk and you'll hear us read it out over the coming weeks.
But wait.... there's more! Keep a close eye on your podcast feed this coming Wednesday (3rd March), as we have the return of Tech Talk Geek Out - we had so much to cram into this week's show, we needed some extra time to fit it all in. No need to subscribe elsewhere, it'll be in your usual TT feed.
See you soon :)

368: Computer vs Smartphone, Louie Voice Control, and the Clubhouse app Feb 23, 2021

Welcome back one and all, it's Tech Talk 368!
It's a bit crowded in Tech Talk Towers today, no room to swing the proverbial cat - not only do we have our regulars Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson, Tim Schwartz and Emails Andy, but we're joined by Dean Ormond, radio presenter extraordinaire, who comes pre-loaded with his own tech question... what's your preferred choice in 2021, phone or computer? When it comes to everyday tasks, like banking, shopping or social media, do you reach for the PC, or the smartphone? Is it as simple as saying computer for work, mobile for personal?
Also on today's show, the guys talk about their first few days trying the Clubhouse app, the new 'invitation-only' social networking app, which is predominately all about audio. How does it rank in terms of accessibility? Do Steven and Tim see it having legs to rival WhatsApp?
Our very own Robin has been chatting to people - we hear his interview with Pramit from the Louie Voice Control app, which allows users to do everything within supported apps with just voice commands, which includes apps such as YouTube, WhatsApp, Uber, Phone calling and more.
Also on today's episode, a brief dive into emails, mainly to find out what caused Steven to spend more of his money again, we also chat red sauce vs brown sauce, made-up towns in Scotland, the Apple Magic Keyboard, exploding technology, our favourite biscuits, a possible future Apple event, and the long-awaited microwave review that Steven's been promising for weeks!
We'd love to get your feedback on computer vs phone - what do you find yourself going to first when it comes to everyday tasks? Or maybe you'd like to give your early thoughts on Clubhouse? Hey, maybe you'd even like to make a suggestion about what Steven 'Egon Ronay' Scott should try cooking in his microwave... just no more beans, please! Drop your email to TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk and we'll cover them on an upcoming show.
Joining us on next week's show to talk screen readers.... Shaun Preece! Yeah, remember him? No? Okay, not to worry… chat to you next week!

367: Tackling the Inbox, Learning Welsh, and Spilling the Beans Feb 16, 2021

Yes, it is us, the Tech Talk crew... We're back - they cant keep us away!
Joining Steven today - Robin, Tim and Emails Andy... and speaking of emails, let's talk about our inbox - over the past few months we have been lamenting about how far behind we are; well, we've spent some time offline getting our ducks in a row - a spring clean, if you will. So some of your questions have been deliberately redirected to the RNIB's Technology for Life Team to tackle, and we'll be getting to those over the coming weeks, but there are still some that we could comment on, on the show - and that is what today is all about!
We cover some feedback on our two Android specific shows from a few weeks ago - how does Robin react to being accused of bias? What is it that's so gripping about the Apple eco-system? Whilst on the subject of Apple vs Android, we also talk at length about the VoiceOver rotor on iPhone, with one listener calling it a bugbear, so we have some solutions. We also talk more on NaviLens, following up on the Technology for Life feature we included a few episodes ago, with a listener telling us about how they use them.
Also on the show: Betamax vs VHS, spilling tea and beans, Sky Gnome, iOS rotor issues, new ears, Television Sound Receivers, cheesy pasta, and learning Welsh with Robin and Andy.
For any emails, or even voice messages, send them to TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Chat to you next week!

366: Smart Speakers with David Ward, and more from the Email Inbox Feb 09, 2021

Hello everyone, it's Tech Talk o'clock!
This week's show is split into two halves; firstly, Steven, Robin, and Tim are joined by David Ward, host of the Echo Tips podcast to talk all things smart speakers! The show is part of the New Vision Programme run by Goodwill Industries of the Valleys in Virginia in the US.
What's the one thing that would make Robin leave the Echo family, and head over to Google? What annoys Steven the most about owning a smart speaker? What productivity skills available on the Echo range are Tim's most commonly used?
In the second half, we're joined by Andy to dip our techy toes in the pool of emails from you, dear listener! Among the topics covered today - more love for the Victor Reader Stream and the Orbit Writer, a final glance over a few responses on the Braille illiteracy topic, overly long audiobooks, and not much love for the female American voices on talking microwaves!
You too can have your email read out on air... maybe even get a regal email title to go with it! Email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk with your thoughts, feelings or burning questions, and we'll get to them in the coming weeks.
Until next week, stay safe!

365: More on Android, and what's trending in Specialist Tech Feb 02, 2021

Good day to you all!
We continue our Android theme this week inviting Steve Nutt from Computer Room Services to join Steven, Robin and Tim to talk about the benefits Android can bring to blind people, and the hot specialist tech that's flying out the door.
Also, Yvonne Brooks from RNIB's Technology for Life team joins the guys to talk about the new LIDAR scanner in the iPhone 12 Pro range, and gives her views on the benefits of the new tech.
Also, keep your ears peeled for a really bad acapella joke from Mr Scott!
For all your tech questions, queries and confusions, email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and we'll feature it on an upcoming show.
Coming up next week, David Ward from the Echo Tips podcast talking all about getting the most out of Lady A!

364: Is this the year Android rivals Apple for Smartphone Accessibility? Jan 26, 2021

Here at Tech Talk Towers we are, on occasion, told we talk about Apple a little too much. In our defence, we do so because we own a lot of their products, and they are far and away leading the pack when it comes to accessibility in smartphone tech. But that doesn't mean we should brush Android under the carpet.
This week, Steven, Robin and Andy welcome Dinos from RNIB's Technology for Life team cover Android with much more clarity than usual. Hot off the release of a new Samsung flagship smartphone, we start by talking about the Galaxy S21; just how impressive is it? If the selling points are the screen quality, and the amazing camera ability, is it really something blind and partially sighted smartphone users would buy?
Maybe the higher-end priced Android phones aren't for you - what's out there in the low-cost range? Are these phones still worth looking into?
Accessibility is also a hot topic - as said above, we know Apple leads the way in terms of making their phones accessible - how far behind are Android? Could 2021 be the year where they catch up, or even overtake?
Also, we talk more about Launchers - we've covered this in the past with Andy talking about how he uses Nova Launcher Pro on his Huawei, and how this comes with finger gestures, customisable home screens and app drawers, Dinos tells us all about Launchers with low vision users in mind, such as Big Launcher.
Also on this week, emails - Svetlana from Siberia emails in about Braille, we hear about Neatebox being increasingly available over one part of Scotland, and more on Bumpon alternatives!
We'd love to know your thoughts on Android smartphones - if you own one, or are thinking of buying one - what's swaying you one way or the other? If you're thinking of leaving the Apple ecosystem - why? What's been the final straw? Email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and it'll feature on an upcoming show.
Here's a little leaser - more Android talk coming next week too! See you then :)

363: Are the New Apple Products Living Up to the Hype? Jan 19, 2021

Time for Tech Talk!
On this week's show, Steven, Robin and Andy are joined by birthday boy David Woodbridge to talk all about Apple! With Steven and David having a selection of new Apple products, the guys talk about how they're finding the MacBook Air, the AirPod Max headphones, and Series 6 Apple Watch - has the MacBook and the M1 chip met expectations? Are the headphones comfortable to wear continuously? How does Braille Display support work on the Watch? Also, we ask the daunting question... have any of the team tried Apple Fitness+?
Also on this week, RNIB's Technology For Life team return! Joanne Wilson joins us to tell us all about some popular iOS14 features we may or may not know about.
In amongst all that, we talk about: vino, thick hair, commissions on jokes, Be My Eyes and odd phone calls, new speakers, candles, crisps on the couch, condensation, and, poo. Yes, we do apologise if you're eating whilst listening this week.
If you have a question needing an answer, and you'd like the team to tackle it, email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and it'll feature on an upcoming show, we promise!
If you'd like to follow David on Twitter, you can here!
Chat to you all next week!

362: Seeing AI update, Braille books on the Orbit Reader 20, and Google Nest tracking sleep Jan 12, 2021

Brand new year, same old Tech Talk!
Welcome back everyone, we hope your Christmas and New Year was as good as current situations allow, and that 2021 has started as close to promising as possible. The team of Steven, Robin, Tim and Andy return for our first official TT of the new year (even though we have been on already... shhh).
On today's episode, the team talk about the 'World' update to Seeing AI, which utilises the LIDAR tech found in the latest iPhones. Sadly this means the only person to be able to test it so far is the one in the group who likes shiny new Apple things - Steven! We get his thoughts on locating mugs, dogs, and everything in between.
Also, Robin's telling us all about an update to Google Nest series, and the introduction of sleep tracking. Some of us already use phone apps to monitor how much of a good nights kip we got; we'd love to hear if you think this is a good idea or not.
We also tackle emails - Is it worth looking into an Apple TV, if the Amazon Fire Stick seems to offer it already? There's also a rather spicy email about the guys not giving NVDA a fair enough try. Will any of the team fancy using NVDA for six weeks?
The TFL team also join us twice this episode, Ben talks us through the roll out of some online advice sessions for parents with blind children - If you need some technical support, such as help with JAWS, or braille displays, RNIB is at hand. Ben also talks us a step by step guide on how to get braille books onto your Orbit Reader 20 - very handy indeed!
All that, plus spilling tea, WhatsApp privacy, thrashing about in bed, Kenny G, freedom of speech, doorbells, Audible Sync, and reverse engineering Steven's brain.
PLUG! If you want to attend the Accessibility Insights with the European Disability Forum, taking place on Tuesday 19 January 2021, at 1pm GMT, and hosted by Robin and featuring Alejandro Moledo, you can register here, or find more information here!
SECOND PLUG! Are you an avid video gamer? Guide Dogs want to launch a new gaming fundraising campaign in 2021 and we need a small team of enthusiastic game lovers who can help provide us with the insight we need. You’ll have the chance to feed into ideas, share your experience and help us turn Guide Dogs into a gaming savvy charity! To find out more, email gaming@guidedogs.org.uk.
Catch you all next week!

361: A Tech Talk special: Looking Ahead to 2021 Jan 01, 2021

Happy New Year Tech Talk fans!
Following on from the last episode, where we reviewed 2020, we now look ahead at what is ahead of us in 2021, and once again, we do it for two whole hours!
Team STAR reunite, yes, Steven , Tim, Andy and Robin lay out their thoughts about what lies ahead - flip phones, phablets, ultrawide band, a little bit more WFH, better wearables, satisfying clicks, 5G and so much more!

360: A Tech Talk special: 2020 In Review Dec 26, 2020

What a year, eh? I'm sure many of you will be glad to have 2020 behind us; there certainly has been a lot to talk about, especially in tech!
So much so in fact, we're with you for the next TWO HOURS! Yes, on this back-to-back Boxing Day Tech Talk extravaganza, Steven, Robin and Tim are joined by David Woodbridge from Vision Australia to reflect on the year in technology - Airpods, Narrator, Facebook Portal... and squeezy penguins.

359: Tech Talk: RNIB's Technology For Life Special Dec 22, 2020

It's time for a very special episode of Tech Talk! Yes, Steven has given Tim, Andy and Robin the day off to finish their Christmas shopping, and instead welcomes some of RNIB's Technology For Life team in instead!
Joining Steven this week are Jo Fullerton, Madleen Mann, Mohammed Atif, and Ben Rendle; together, they discuss the most pertinent questions the team receive, some of the common answers and solutions, as well as the team's own top tech highlights of the year.
Find out more about the Technology For Life team here: https://www.rnib.org.uk/practical-help/technology-hub/technology-support

358: Amazon Show & Tell, Apple AirPod Max, and Emails Dec 15, 2020

Good day to you all, welcome back to Tech Talk! We've got a Steven, a Robin, a Tim and an Andy on today's show, the usual suspects.
On today's show, we welcome Amazon Show and Tell to a UK audience, an accessibility feature that identifies common pantry items and other things using your Echo Show's camera. It's new to these shores, and we waste no time in discussing its usefulness and uniqueness - Steven spoke to Dennis Stansbury from Amazon UK to talk about how it all works.
Speaking of Lady A, we hear from Yvonne Brooks from the RNIB's Technology for Life team, who joins us to explain the range of Alexa products with a screen - a must listen if you're thinking of buying an Echo Show for Christmas!
Speaking of treating yourself to a gift over Christmas, there's also been some rather expensive over-ear headphones released recently - AirPod Max headphones are the latest product released under the Apple brand, and it's causing quite a stir, well... the price tag is, at least.
Which of the group has been the first to order a pair? Yes, you've probably guessed right there.
Also, we get back into the emails! How do you set a personalised alarm on Lady A? Or go about researching online whilst visually impaired? We also get some feedback on accessible voting, and the Fire TV Cube.
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk is the place to fire us your emails - we'll be getting back to them early into 2021!
ttfn x

357: Emptying the Tech Talk Email Inbox [Part Two] Dec 08, 2020

Hello, all! We're back, and straight back into the Tech Talk email inbox!
Joining RNIB Connect Radio's Steven Scott this week - Robin Christopherson from the wonderful AbilityNet, Tim Schwartz from the lovely lifeafterblindness.com, and of course emails Andy. Quite a few themes in the emails this week including lots on Lady A, such as: calling costs and VOIP calls, tripod mounts and a link with guide dogs. There's also plenty on Audible Sync problems.
Some of the other topics we cover include: iOS14 issues, Eggnog, hellos from Croatia, listening to us whilst doing the ironing, Gadflies, An Englishman struggling with obscure Scottish phrases, Utunes (or is it oooo-tunes?), iPad being set up straight out of the box, Wigtown Book Festival, and a right techie question that Steven could get his teeth into - is the Rodecaster Pro accessible?
Davinder also joins us from the RNIB Technology for Life team, talking to us about memory... I'd tell you more, but I've forgotten... ha!
We've done a right good job getting through these emails over the past month or so, so now is a super time to get your questions answered in the new year! what does 2021 hold for you, tech wise? any purchases planned? what can we help you on? TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk is the place to send us stuff.
Chat to you all next week!

356: Emptying the Tech Talk Email Inbox Dec 01, 2020

Iiiiiit's Tech Talk time!
Okay, so you've done your festive gift shopping thanks to last week's gift guide episode of Tech Talk, so you should be feeling all festive and merry; so settle in, because Steven, Robin and Tim are here to answer your emails!
Andy opens up the many pages saved up from you lovely listeners, and over this week and next we'll be reading them out, and discussing all the things you've messaged to us.
This week, we cover: TW Blue, Lord of the Dance, TuneIn and the licensing rules which Steven expertly explains, reading PDF documents on Edge, dual bluetooth earphones, port and cigars, the NFL and football, Huawei, WhatsApp and Twitter, boogying down to the Bee Gees, auto text not working, broken earpods, first PCs, and many many more.
So grab yourself a mulled wine, maybe a couple of mince pies, settle down on the sofa, and enjoy this cracker of a show!
Oh yes, before we forget - 2021 is just around the corner, so if you would like to be one of the first emails to be read out in the new year, then get them in now! TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - questions, queries, suggestions... all welcome.
See you next week!

355: Tech Talk: Holiday Gift Guide 2020 Nov 24, 2020

Ho Ho Ho!
Greetings Tech Talk fans, welcome to a special, festive episode - yes, we know it's still only November, and yes, many of us around the world are still in some kind of lockdown, but we're not letting it knock our seasonal spirit.
In fact, we're combining our festive feelings with our love of shopping, and tech! Yes, in this episode, Steven, Tim, Robin and Andy have gathered a collection of festive treats that we think you - yes you, dear listener - should be adding to your present list.
We cover a wide scope of toys, gifts, gadgets and gizmos - we talk about accessible gaming (both handheld and consoles), smart speakers, doorbells, watches, smart frames, plugs, mugs, backpacks and more!
What is top of your Christmas list? Do any of these suggestions interest you, or do you have any suggestions of your own? Email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk

354: Macs to the Max, Dolphin Easy Reader app, and Custom iOS gestures Nov 17, 2020

Welcome back Tech Talk fans, we hope this week's show finds you well. Steven, Robin, Andy and Tim return for another hour of tech-delight courtesy of RNIB Connect Radio..
Unsurprisingly, we begin this week with One More Thing, Apple's third event in as many months, which was broadcasting their new Mac range - the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac Mini, now with the new M1 chips designed and built by themselves.
So what does this mean, in the larger picture? Are these new products worth an investment of our hard-earned money? Does dropping Intel signal the death knell for them? Which of these products do our Apple fanboys have in their online shopping cart already?
Also this week, RNIB's Paul Porter returns to the show to talk us through the Dolphin Easy Reader app now being available on the Fire Tablet range, and we're also joined by Chris Turner from the Technology For Life Team, who is telling us all about custom iOS gestures.
All that, plus maybe, just maybe, a quick dive into your emails. If Steven allows it.
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for your questions, queries and comments!

353: Nike Training Centre, Braille feedback, and Talking Microwaves Nov 10, 2020

Hello friends! Team Tech Talk is here with you for another hour of accessible technology goodness! Steven is joined by Robin, Tim and Andy for a jam-packed show.
First, we hear about a new talking microwave that has been launched by the RNIB that aims to simplify the cooking experience for blind and partially sighted people. Steven chats to Claire Maxwell from the RNIB Products Team about the new kitchen appliance, and also to Kim Jaye, a blind cook who has been testing it out.
We also take a deep dive into the TechTalk email inbox, starting things off by covering some of your replies with regards to the Braille email we had a few weeks back. We received a lot on this topic from you, dear listener, so many thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinions, and apologies if we didn't manage to get to your email this week.
Also this week, Robin has been chatting with Microsoft and City University of London about Seeing AI, we hear once again from the Technology for Life team - this week, Mark explains about an app he's loving - the Nike Training Centre. All that, plus Burger King, SmartPhone launchers, nerds, JAWS questions, and plenty of Steven's impression of a ship's horn.
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your questions and comments, as ever.
Chat soon!

352: State Of The Nation on Gaming Nov 03, 2020

Hello, all, and welcome to a special episode of Tech Talk this week; Robin, Andy and Tim get the week off, and Steven instead sits down to talk accessible gaming with two guests! Joining Steven is Ian Hamilton, and Sightless Kombat.
On the eve of the next era of console releases, with the Xbox Series X, and the PlayStation 5 due to be released this month, the world is about to take its latest step into modern console gaming - but what does that mean for those who are blind and partially sighted? What if you buy an expensive next-gen console, only to find none of the games are accessible to you?
Of course, that's not the only method - PC gaming, Virtual Reality headsets, even gaming on smart speakers - what paths are the industry taking to make gaming a world for everyone?
Also on this show, we hear from Steven Davidson from RNIB's Technology for Life team, who joins us to introduce a new book to help us understand iOS14.
What are your thoughts on accessible gaming in 2020? With advances in console and game accessibility, would you consider picking up the next console? Or, if you have a child or relative with a visual impairment, would you now feel secure in introducing them to games like Minecraft? Email us with your thoughts - TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Chat to you all next week!

351: The importance of Braille, thoughts on the Echo Dot and Nest Audio, and online security Oct 27, 2020

Good day to you all, and welcome to Tech Talk! On today's podcast you'll be hearing from our regulars: Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson, Tim Schwartz, and Andy with the Emails.
Speaking of emails, we begin this week's show with one that came in recently; regular listeners to the show will recall that Robin is now in possession of a Optelec Voyager refreshable Braille terminal, and has started using it as part of his daily life. Steven's also had lessons to relearn Braille over the last twelve months... but are they being too flippant towards learning braille? One listener has got in contact to suggest that their attitude towards Braille has irritated them, and that anyone unable to read Braille who is blind or visually impaired is, in their words, illiterate. It brought about a serious and thought-provoking discussion among the team which covered education, availability and advancements in technology, and the importance of Braille in our lives.
There's a lot to unpack in this, and we fully expect you, dear listener, to have an opinion on it too - let us know where you stand on all of the talking points covered today, by emailing TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Also on the show, RNIB's Technology for Life team talk about online security, Steven's had the Echo Dot and Nest Audio devices delivered recently, so we compare them to other devices like the Apple HomePod, and the Sonos One, plus: lanyards, being fuelled by coffee, bad rapper names, extreme sports, Pay As You Go AIRA, and toe-breaking reviews.
Chat to you all next week!

350: New iPhones, new HomePod Minis, and a look at the Be My Eyes app Oct 20, 2020

We've made it to 350! Can you believe it?! 350 Tech Talk shows, amazing stuff - well done to all of you who have survived them all!
Today's episode is a right Apple fest; Steven, Robin, Tim and Andy gather together to talk about the 'Hi, Speed' Apple event from last week. We're going to be getting four new iPhones - iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and a iPhone 12 Pro Max - which one is at the top of the guys shopping lists? We take a deep dive into all the features - improved displays, improved cameras, better speed, LIDAR, MagSafe, LTE and 5G, Ceramic Shield and being 4x less resistant to drop damage... are these the kind of features that could persuade you to upgrade?
Also coming soon are a new range of HomePod Minis - these ones are sphere shaped, that apparently can interact with each other; can they rival Echo devices, and take over the home?
Also on this week's show, we welcome back the RNIB's Technology For Life team; this week, find out all about the popular app Be My Eyes.
We'd love to know how you feel about what we've talked about this week - are you an Apple fanboy like Steven? What do you love about the Be My Eyes app? Let us know - TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk

349: Accessible Voting in the US, New Microsoft Surface Devices, and VoiceView on Fire Tablets Oct 13, 2020

Welcome one, welcome all... to Tech Talk! Your weekly dose of accessible tech news, reviews and gossip from RNIB Connect Radio! Joining Steven Scott on this week's show - Robin Christopherson, Tim Schwartz and Andy with the emails, and boy what a show we've put together for you!
Coming up, Steven and the team discuss the new arrivals in the Microsoft Surface range: the Surface Laptop Go, and the Surface Pro X tablet. If you're listening to this in the US, both of those devices are out today, for those in the UK, you'll have to wait until the 27th. Are they worth putting on your Christmas list?
With the US election drawing ever closer, we discuss just how accessible it is to vote, especially as we remain in a pandemic; Can absentee and early voting options truly be accessible? Tim explains the situation, and we also hear from Chris Denielson of the NFB in the States.
Also, we've teamed up with RNIB's Technology for Life team to give you some much needed hints, tips and advice on things it would take us half an episode to explain! This week, TFL's Mohammed Atif offers his demonstration of how to set up an Amazon Fire tablet with Voice View enabled.
All that, plus: Robin now owning a braille display, and weirdly it has an ejector seat button, virtual machines, pet shop sounds, "Algorithms done a boo-boo", Steven speaking French, accessible ATMs, spongey braille, Andy "just works", Columbus collaborations, and Andy apparently being ideal for voicing SatNav systems in your car.
Plus emails! What happens when Google blocks you from your emails, because you're not in your usual city? And a very technical question about adding a spellchecker to a Win32 application. Robin of course has the answer!
Speaking of Robin, his World Sight Day interview with Amazon on their Day One Blog, can be found here - Making the digital world accessible to all

On the topic of emails, yes, we do have an ever-expanding list still to read out, but trust me - we have secret plans for the rest of the year that will see us chomp through those 15 pages with ease! So now would be a great time to email in, and get it featured. Get in contact with us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - every single one will be read out.
Tata!

348: Google's #LaunchNightIn, National Braille Week, and New Bose Frames Oct 06, 2020

Hello everyone! It's time for Tech Talk 348! Thank you for joining us.
On today's episode, Steven, Robin, Tim and Andy discuss Google's #LaunchNightIn event of last week, and boy are they all underwhelmed! There was plenty of new techy stuff revealed - the new Pixel 5, a Pixel 4A 5G, Nest Audio, and Chromecast with Google TV... they try to wrap up what they liked most, and what they may end up buying.
It's also National Braille Week this week, which gives us a chance to talk about both the Orbit Writer... and Lego! Lego is still cool, no matter your age.
Speaking of things that are cool, Bose have revealed a new series of 'Open Ear Audio™ technology' frames, and of course Steven has bought a pair. Shame his head is literally too big! All jokes to the usual email address, please...
All that, as well as: an update for those of you having trouble with Audible and the Victor Reader Stream sync problems, the extortionate cost of YouTube TV, balls aplenty, help for musicians, should you buy a smartphone or tablet just for the Google Lookout App, sheep not using 5G, missing AD on ITV now found, and Steven talking sports, albeit briefly.
Andy is still giving out Tech Talk Titles for the regulars in the email inbox, so to join the list, get in contact with us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - we welcome all kinds of questions, or even answers to previous listener questions that you want to join in on!
chat to you all next week!

347: New Echos revealed, Samsung's new S20 FE, and RNIB's Web Accessibility toolkit Sep 29, 2020

Hello, fellow geeks! Welcome to another terrific Tech Talk episode, full to the brim of everything you could wish for! Joining Steven on today's show - Robin from AbilityNet, Tim from Life After Blindness, and Andy from... er... Email Tower? Sure, let's go with that!
On today's show you will hear the guys opinions on the latest products to be revealed from Amazon - if you're a fan of stopping home burglaries, or even just seeing what the dog is up to when you're out, you may be interested in the new 'Always Home Cam' from Ring, the home security company owned by Amazon. It's a bit unique... it's an indoor drone!
Steven's pretty excited about the new look Echo Dot products... it turns out the 'hockey puck' shape is a thing of the past... these new ones are spherical! Ideal for accidentally knocking off the nightstand, and rolling under the bed, then. Sticking with Amazon, the Show 10 was also revealed, and the team like the look of it. Is this product going to halt the Facebook Portal device before it even got started?
We also talk about the newest range of smartphones from Samsung, yes, Samsung are already revealing something new just months after the last lot. These are in the mid-range market, which has seen a boom in 2020. Will anyone on the team think of getting a Samsung S20 FE?
We also talk about the new web accessibility toolkit from the RNIB, including the thoughts of RNIB CEO Matt Stringer, speaking exclusively to RNIB Connect Radio.
All this, plus: emails, the news about the Alexa Care Hub, Jaffa Cakes, melons and mince pies, hacksaws, spatial audio, Zoom updates, the Android Accessibility suite, and Robin yawning?!
We are still giving out Tech Talk Titles for the email regulars, so to join the list, get in contact with us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - we welcome all kinds of questions, or even answers to previous listener questions that you want to join in on!
ttfn x

346: The #AppleEvent fallout, and more of your emails Sep 22, 2020

Team Tech Talk is here to rock your socks off!
Today, the team tackle the rather underwhelming #AppleEvent from last week - if you missed it, don't worry - not only did you not miss anything ground-breaking, but Steven, Robin, and Tim are here to round up all the semi-decent announcements and talking points. Are the new health features worth getting an Apple Watch 6 for? Is the new look iPad a decent investment? Why did we get nothing on the next model of iPhone?
We also cover your emails today as well, with Andy. You lovely lot have had a few things to say, including asking why we never give some of the lesser-known screen readers any air time, like Supernova.
All this, plus - sleep apnoea, skating rink for your fingers, brief rants from Steven (not rants about his briefs, thankfully), issues with Audible, VoiceOver Recognition, more help on the subject of finding lost kids, WatchMinder, and the revelation that one of us goes to the library to eat his sandwiches.
If you would like to get in touch, if only to claim your own Tech Talk Title (we have Richards I through III taken already!) then you can do so at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk - we're getting through the inbox pages steadily, so now is a great time to get your questions in!
Chat to you all next time :)

345: #AppleEvent preview, Android goes to eleven, and Amazon Halo Sep 15, 2020

Plundering porpoises! The good ship Tech Talk sets sail once more, thank you for being aboard!
On today's episode we welcome back a salty ol' sea-dog to the show... Tim Schwartz is here! Last heard on these particular airwaves on episode 266, Tim returns to turn the tricky threesome into the fearless foursome... or something like that. We catch up with what Tim's been up to, and try not to get too deep into either fires, American politics or the pandemic.
This week, Cap'n Scott and his first mates talk Apple (surprise surprise...) now, the radio show and the podcast both come out a few hours before the big #AppleEvent planned for Tuesday 15th, so anyone listening to this show after that date, well.. you know what has been revealed, whilst we're stuck in the past! But the guys have a good crack at discussing the predicted hardware... possibly a new phone, possibly a new tablet... possibly new glasses?! But more likely... just the phone. Of course Steven's going to buy all of it anyway.
And just because we like fair and balanced coverage, we're also chatting about Android 11... it's one louder! Five points to you if you get that reference. Steven runs down all the expected new bits and bobs, and Andy bemoans the fact that his Huawei smartphone probably wont get this update for years, by which time his upgrade will be due, and he'll probably have ditched them. Maybe he'll see HarmonyOS before Android 11 though!
Also up for discussion this week: Amazon Halo, and all kinds of blackmail they'll force on you once they have your naked body in photographs, football World Cup Finals, audio ducking, being clean shaven, A Lady and podcasts, The Simpsons, Whining noises, Downloading books that are recorded across multiple CD's, Kit Kats, whining noises which aren't emanating from Steven, and Non-Smart TV's.
As we sail off to the lands of Valinor (again, another five points if you get that reference), the only thing left is to thank you for listening! Keep your wonderful emails coming in, especially those that give praise to Andy, he deserves it all... is it obvious who writes these show notes? ;) Blistering barnacles!
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Toodle Pip xx

344: Buying a New Computer when Blind and Visually Impaired [Part II] Sep 08, 2020

It's a Tech Talk Double Feature this week! Well, kind of....
Firstly, it's the return of RNIB Connect Radio's own Red Szell! A couple of weeks ago, on Tech Talk Episode 336, you may remember Red was in the market for a new laptop. Well, he's only gone and bought one! Steven recommended one from the Dell Inspiron range... did Red splash out on one of those, or something entirely different?
In the second half, Andy finally decides to turn up, so we can finally get to your emails! This week... milk ice cubes, phablets, Nova Launchers on Android phones, looking for Richard III, Silenzio, Samsung Z-Flip phones, and lots more!
If you want to complete the Tech Talk survey (and you only have until the 9th September to do so), click this link here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/techtalkradio or email the team at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and Andy will send you the link, and a wee personalised message, if you're nice.
Tech Talk, and it's new motto "Below The Threshold Of Annoying" will return next week... with an old face returning! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

343: Recorders, Rambling, and Robin in a rainstorm - a Tech Talk Email Special Sep 01, 2020

Welcome to the 343rd Tech Talk! That's a lot when you really think about it, isn't it?
Firstly, let's get to some housekeeping. If you've heard the show already you'll know we mentioned lots of different bits and bobs at the start, well, here's all the info you need.
To fill in the Tech Talk Survey, which runs until the 9th September, click here.
The next AbilityNet Accessibility Insights webinar will be on 8th September at 1pm with Paul Smyth of Barclays. For more info, and to register, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6015978276110/WN_oD4cbiDnQ5anO3z67Qn_rQ
To take part in our own wee survey about the wonderful email jingle, click here.
And finally, to follow us all on Twitter, we're here: Steven, Robin and Andy.
Right! That's all that out of the way, so what's on the show? Well this week it's all about... you! Well, to be more specific, your emails. Steven and Robin sit back with their feet up, as Andy reads out your correspondence on a variety of topics, including: Lanyards, social media, and using TW Blue for Twitter, Scripting on Narrator, being non-gooey, Trekker Breeze, Be My Eyes & independence, password managers, handheld recorders to help with music recording, the TV show Neighbours, more on dentists, and noisy rainstorms.
Oh, and another apology regarding names... it's becoming quite the habit!
Some of you like our rambling gibberish, some of you dont! Either way, we're really glad you're listening, and sharing your opinions. If you wish to have your say on anything we've covered in this, or a previous episode, email us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Keep on truckin' x

342: Google Lookout, Face Masks, and Modern Tech Longevity Aug 25, 2020

Oh look, it's you! Fancy seeing you here! Just in time for Tech Talk!
Steven, Robin & Andy return to talk all manner of gadgets and gizmos, but not before Robin gives out an apology for a boo-boo from last week... He's only gone and mixed up his Williams and Bills!
The trio discuss Google Lookout, which has seen some updates over the last week - it now offers two new features: the ability to identify food labels, and to scan documents. Is this the Seeing AI app that Android users were craving?
In your emails this week, we answer a question about how long technology is expected to last; it may be a bit unfair comparing it to a 120-year-old Bechstein piano, but is it really too much to ask that a modern smartphone lasts more than a few years?
All that, plus: Facemasks, Giraffe readers, Sticking up for the Dolphin Easy Reader, help with TV listings, stiff plastic, changes at Aira, Braille vs QWERTY, a new Android TV dongle, NVDA assistance, lots of Julians and Richards, and Sabrina the Teenage Witch.
Our poor email jingle has been getting a right hammering in emails lately, so we want to know... Do you like it, or despise it? Vote here: https://fast-poll.com/poll/198c9d33
Our show is built around you, dear listener - without your comments, queries and compliments (and criticisms!)... well where would we be? What would Andy do?! TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk is the place to send them.

341: New products from Samsung, another Aira UK Demo, and goodbye Toshiba Aug 18, 2020

Greetings, Tech Talkees!
Join Steven, Robin and Andy on this week's show to hear the fallout from Samsung Unpacked from a few weeks back, and what kind of pull Android has in 2020.
We say goodbye to Toshiba tech, as they quietly exited the laptop business for good, after 35 years of great machines. The guys discuss what went wrong, why the sales dropped off, and who is now taking on their PC business.
Also listener Will has sent us another Aira in the UK demo, this time to assist with his dinner choices!
All that, and more, including: tea jokes, VOD failing blind people, Dynorod, tree-hugging, clippy cortana, Show and Tell not being in the UK yet, Shaun Connery and the band Texas, and even more problems with AD on TV in the UK.
As ever, we love your emails! The address to contact us is TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
Catch you all next week!

340: Braille podcasts, Robotic Guide Dogs, and emails Aug 11, 2020

Are you here for Tech Talk? Well you're in the right place!
Steven's here, Robin's there, and Andy's everywhere - on today's TT, plenty of topics to discuss, including 'Theia', a robotic guide dog prototype designed by Anthony Camu - would you switch out having a fluffy, cuddly (and sometimes smelly) real life guide dog, in exchange for one that you need to plug in and recharge every night? And where would the USB slot be?! Crikey!
Also, Steven chats with Dave Williams, founder of the Braillists' Foundation, which was set up to bring people together to share their experience and knowledge of braille. The pair chat about a new podcast which is coming out.
All that, plus Fabric dots instead of loc dots, emails about Aira in the UK, rooftop garden terraces, conversation view in emails, finding lost sons, windows shortcuts, fail whales, and issues with certain screen-readers and Microsoft Excel.
To email us and have your question or query read out on a future episode, email techtalk@RNIB.org.uk
Lots of love! x

339: Trying Aira in the UK, Chats about Apps, and Accessible Fitness Aug 04, 2020

Hello, friends!
On this week's Tech Talk, Steven and Robin spend a bit more time discussing Aira now being available in the UK, and how it differs from services such as Be My Eyes. We also have a demo from listener Will trying out the service - thanks Will! (Plus, if you would like 60 minutes free upon signup instead of the usual 30, Will has also shared a referral code, so click this link here: https://link.aira.io/ref-v8n65)
Also on the show, RNIB's very own Paulina Kuchorew chats to Linzi Sansum from RNIB’s Older People and Complex Needs Team about 'Chats about Apps' - a podcast series introducing easily accessible technology. Speaking of apps, Andy tells us about a fitness app on iOS, and their focus on audio-led programmes. The developers want to hear from blind and partially sighted fitness fans to help improve their app for those who are often in a neglected group when it comes to working out.
All that, plus: hand held magnifiers, recycled computers, not much love towards dentists, Bose Frames and Soundscape news, unintentionally offending Americans, iPhone 12 rumours (will it really be 5.4 inches and square?), TV Guides, sounding like melting chocolate, and a walk down memory lane.
We've covered plenty of emails in the past few episodes, and the next few will cover even more - to ask us anything, or to comment or question something featured in the show, email techtalk@RNIB.org.uk and you'll certainly be included in an upcoming episode!
Finally, here are the two links Robin mentioned in the episode for the upcoming AbilityNet Webinars! For more information, and to register, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8015958662507/WN_MqX0fomVSMOZQmVKBM7ZQQ
Until we meet again!

338: In Your Pocket, Back Tap on iOS14, and loads of emails Jul 28, 2020

Hello, Tech Talkers! Here's a warning - this episode is very lively... we've all been fuelled by strong coffee!
On today's show, Steven chats with Brendan Lewis from RealSam, the makers of In Your Pocket, to talk about how the product can help blind and partially sighted people, and also to showcase a new handset device just launched.
Also on the show, we delve deep into the swimming pool of emails! Aside from all the rogue Radio 4 mentions, we also talk about:
the Echo Show 8, Fujitsu supercomputers, being irked, doubts over ARM-based Macs, backtap headaches on iOS14, Daniel voiced by John, monster big ones, the what3words app, Apple issues with braille displays, ripping the nob off, Bluetooth keyboards, and Spoonbill Hickok ...and Robin's PSA: dont go licking 5G masts!
That link for In your Pocket is: inyourpocket.net
Coffee aside, we are also fuelled by your emails! They are always fantastic, so to contribute you can email techtalk@rnib.org.uk for a future episode!

337: Mantis Q40, Zoom for Home, and Braille on the Apple Watch Jul 21, 2020

Ahoy hoy Tech Talk listeners - what a show we have today! It's braille-tastic!
Friend of the show Karina Gregory makes a return to chat to Steven about the recently released Mantis Q40, which, controversially, has a QWERTY keyboard... oooft!
Also, sticking with regular Tech Talk contributors, iSee host David Woodbridge has a new demonstration all about using braille with the Apple Watch. Will either of these features convince Robin to get back into braille?
All that, plus Twitter and recent hacks, Zoom for Home, font sizes, missing jingles, TW Blue and Chicken Nugget, and Microsoft Outlook update issues.
If you want to add to the pages upon pages (or should that be books?) of emails, and we promise we will focus solely on them in the next couple of shows, you can email TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk
TTFN! x

336: Buying a New Computer when Blind and Visually Impaired Jul 14, 2020

Hello hello hello! Welcome to another Tech Talk.
It's a Tech Talk of two halves this week; how exciting! Firstly Steven and Robin are joined by Read On host, and general all-round good egg Red Szell, who is in the market for a new computer. Is it true to say that buying a PC or Mac when you're blind or partially sighted requires a little bit more effort? The team talk to Red about his tech history, what he uses his computer for, and what's the team think is best for him.
Then for the last half, Andy joins us to cover some more of your lovely emails - Echos with screens, as well as more talk on the Dolphin Easy Reader to name but a few.
TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk for all your correspondence!

335: Aira in UK, WHO surveys, and hand on with the iPhone SE Jul 07, 2020

Ahoy! The good ship Tech Talk sets sail once again - join Captain Steven Scott, First Mate Robin Christopherson and Cabin Boy Andy for another week of accessible tech adventures!
On this week's show, David Woodbridge gives us a demo of the iPhone SE, we talk about the UK arrival of Aira, the subscription service which allows blind and low-vision users to receive remote assistance through an app on a smartphone, and Robin shares the details about an upcoming Ability.Net webinar (details below!)
Also on this week: The case of the (soon to be) missing charging bricks, books and copyright laws between the US and UK, SoundScape and the disappearing AR part of the Bose Frames, the best of Carol King, Apple stickers, how to participate in the British Assistive Technology Association/ World Health Association AT survey (again, link below!), defective detectives, password troubles, staying determined and not letting technology beat you, and even Robin choking on a peppercorn after his fancy lunch! Don't worry listeners, he's absolutely fine.
techtalk@rnib.org.uk for all your lovely emails!
Register for AbilityNet's free accessible design tips webinar
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7915937019647/WN_NT_jZq0cRt-ReKgQllKsTg
Participate in the BATA/WHO AT survey
https://abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/help-every-disabled-person-uk-get-key-kit-they-need

334: The Last of Us 2, The Orbit Project, and emails Jun 30, 2020

Hello TT fans! Here's what's on this weeks show:
We hear all about the latest PlayStation game currently making headlines... for all the right accessible reasons! The Last of Us 2 is breaking down barriers, meaning gamers with disabilities can also enjoy it, which includes Ross Meegan, who we chat to.
Speaking of games, this time of the board variety, we hear from a listener in India who would like to know if any accessible crossword puzzles and accessible Scrabble games exist, so that his students can work on improving their English vocabulary.
We also hear about a new research project from Microsoft which could help improve image recognition apps like Seeing Ai or TapTap See.
Also on the show: Andy doesn't know what a Sam Brown is, screens falling asleep, audio bass on speakers, a bit of praise and a bit of criticism, both via emails, and Steven listing technology over his wife and dog.... shocker!
TechTalk@rnib.org.uk for all your emails, and we promise to cover them in a future show.

333: An Email Special Jun 25, 2020

We told you we had two treats for you this week...
So, here we are, weirdly, on a Thursday! Steven and Robin return, and they've brought back Andy after his day off on Tuesday to go through the overflowing email inbox. So coming up on this show: Tackling Microsoft Teams, BlindSquare and accurate mapping via GPS, iPads, Audio Description levels, and of course we give another mention to the Turbo Scrub... it's getting so many mentions I think we should start getting advertising money!
Also, for all you geeky audio fans out there that always ask about how we record the podcast, especially during lockdown, Andy, Steven and Robin detail what equipment they use to make the show sound so silky smooth, from microphones, mixing desks, audio interfaces, conference call software and audio recording software.
As we covered a few more emails this week, now would be a good time to get your questions and comments in! techtalk@rnib.org.uk is the email address.
Chat to you all next Tuesday!

332: Apple WWDC 2020 Discussion Jun 23, 2020

Hello all! We have a couple of treats for you this week, TT fans!
Firstly, today - Steven is joined by Robin Christopherson (from AbilityNet), and Shaun Preece (from... his shed) to discuss, dissect and disassemble Monday's WWDC from Apple... what was announced, what was not announced, and what about the new accessibility features that don't often get covered on the day? The trio talk about what they're most looking forward to.
And the second treat? Well, you'll have to wait until Thursday for that...!

331: Screen readers, ARM Mac rumours, and plenty of emails Jun 16, 2020

On Tech Talk this week, the team tackle the overflowing email inbox! This includes all the correspondence received on the screen reader chat from last week; which do you prefer? Narrator, NVDA or JAWS?
Also on the show, we talk about Apple moving away from Intel's x86 chips to new processors of Apple's own design, recommendations for wireless headsets, and Steven gets to the bottom of the news that RNIB Book Library are (possibly) offering SD Cards containing 700 braille ready books.
To email us, drop your message to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and it'll be read out on a future show!

330: RNIB Reading services, Microsoft Narrator, and EasyReader Jun 09, 2020

Steven's here, Robin's there, and Andy is... somewhere! Yes, it's Tech Talk o'clock!
On today's show, we hear from RNIB Library and Newsagent Manager James Bartlett, who chats to Rowland Myers about the RNIB's online accessible book library, Steven gives a demo of how to set up and access the service using the Dolphin EasyReader app, and Robin tells us all about the updates to Narrator, and gives a rather eye-opening horse/donkey analogy!
Also on this weeks episode: Andy McNab vs Hamish Macbeth, details about the impending Windows update, chocolate in the fridge, Linux, ElBraille, NVDA vs Narrator, Apple Watch recommendations, Andy's confusion regarding the how Amazon name each new Fire HD, and who remembers Clippy?
We do jest about the email inbox overflowing, but in all honesty the show would be a shell of its former self without your correspondence! So come natter with us at TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk and we'll read them out - and whisper it quietly... rumours around that the next show will be more focused towards emails, so now is a good time to write in!
Until then, stay safe!

329: Microsoft Ability Summit, Accessible TV's and Optacons Jun 02, 2020

Welcome back to Tech Talk, everyone! We're still at home!
On the show this week, Steven waxes lyrical over his massive new TV, and all the accessibility features it has, including audio description and voice guidance... he's very impressed! He can even see who is at his front door on it! This is thanks to the Ring doorbell app, which also has had a few updates.
We natter about the Microsoft Ability Summit, and we hear a snippet from the keynote opening of the event by Chief Accessibility Officer at Microsoft Jenny Lay-Flurrie.
Also, Robin explains his brilliant Bose frames, and the issues that occur when you smack your face into a cupboard... ouch! But they do now support Soundscape, which he's loving.
Also in this week's episode: The Optacon swap gathers pace! Echo dot recommendations, more on Fraggle Rock, Dolphin EasyReader App, Lou Rawls, and alarms for when your mother-in-law is coming round.
What to talk to us? techtalk@RNIB.org.uk is the place to send your emails to the guys.
Until next week!

328: Apple Glass, Interactive Fiction, and Track-and-Trace May 26, 2020

[Hello TT fans; wondering why you've got this week's episode in your podcast feed again? Well, the original upload only lasted 48 minutes - whoops! Here's the full show. Soz x]
Hi There! Ready for another Tech Talk? Of course you are!
On this week's episode, the gang discuss Robin's busy week last week, what with the 9th Global Accessibility Awareness Day occurring - Steven on the other hand has just been turbo scrubbing various items around his house... Poor Dougal!
We talk about the rumours regarding the Apple Glass, Apple's supposed new wearable, which could be announced at the iPhone 12 event - is this an actual leak, or have Apple sneaked this information out, in order to gauge a reaction from the public after the Google Glass fiasco?
Robin also has a three-on-one iOS demo for us! How to connect your phone to your echo, how to use the keyboard to operate iOS, and finally a guide on the text-adventure game Frotz, which is his current obsession!
Also this week: NHS track-and-trace, Synapptic updates, public transport apps, tech smelling lovely, TrackAVA, Robin's non-smelly trainers, and would Steven recommend the iPhone SE?
For all your email questions, fire them over to TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and we'll answer them in a future episode!

327: Tech Talk: GAAD 2020 May 21, 2020

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day! GAAD is an awareness day focusing on digital access and inclusion for the more than one billion people with disabilities and impairments.
In this special episode of Tech Talk, Steven Scott sits down with two Robins! Robin Christopherson, Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet and regular TT co-host, and Robin Spinks, the Principal Manager of Digital Accessibility at the RNIB.
The trio discuss GAAD, and all the good being done by charities, manufacturers and organisations to make their products accessible.
#GAAD #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

326: ElBraille, Alexa vs Siri and MacBook Pros May 19, 2020

Welcome back my friends, to the show that never ends, we're so glad you could attend, come inside, come inside!
Steven, Robin and Andy return for another marvellous episode of Tech Talk - on this week's show we are joined by Stuart Beveridge, Assistive Technology Trainer at SeeScape. Stuart joins us to answer your questions on the 40-cell Braille display 'ElBraille', including if there are plans for a smaller model, and if it's compatible with personalised macros.
Also on the show, we talk about the Miele GuideLine, a unique washing machine designed specifically for blind and partially sighted people... more on that in a future episode! Also: Be My Eyes and RNIB, Alexa vs Siri, and the battle for supremacy among smart assistants, MacBook Pro desires, and the pain behind a lack of function keys on newer models, and after the unbridled success of his Turbo Scrubber... thing, Steven explains what else he's been spending his hard earned* money on this week... and keep your ears peeled for a brief appearance from Dougal the dog!
As mentioned during the show, you can contact Stuart at the following address: stuart.beveridge@seescape.org.uk, or check out their website: https://www.seescape.org.uk/

Speaking of emails... here's ours! TechTalk@rnib.org.uk - we love getting them, and we will read all of them (even if we are falling behind a little bit).
You've got to hear the show. It's a dynamo!
*unsubstantiated

325: Turbo Scrubs and the Tech Talk Swap Shop May 12, 2020

Hello, Tech Talk fans! Episode 325 is ready for your ears!
We cover a handful of news items in today’s episode, chiefly the Microsoft Surface Go 2’s arrival; how does it compare with the rest of the ‘not-quite-a-tablet-not-completely-a-laptop’ market? Can anyone make a convincing case to buying it? Elsewhere Steven’s been glued to shopping channels during lock-down: he will soon be the proud owner of something called a ‘Turbo Scrub’! Will he get bored enough to give us a full review next week? Also WWDC is online-only this year, but we do have a date: June 22. More on that in later episodes...
And then to emails, and not only are Robin and Steven apparently ready to open some kind of Swap Shop for tech, but we also cover drone parcel deliveries when deaf/blind, Facebook notifications, Optacon’s under the stairs, keyboards for El Braille, and the increasing problem with modern films which have a strong combination of mumbly dialogues, overly loud soundtracks as well as audio description... sensory overload!
If you want to quiz, argue, moan, brag, complain, adulate… (or simply ask a question), you can do! Get those emails sent to techtalk@rnib.org.uk and you’ll get to hear Andy read them out in an upcoming episode.

324: iPhone SE initial thoughts, Echo Show 8, and COVID-19 tracing May 05, 2020

It's absolutely chockablock in Tech Talk Towers today; there's no room to move! That's because we have Steven, Robin, Shaun and Andy all in attendance. Yes, Steven returns from his illness! You can tell, because there's extra waffle in this week's episode.
Alongside the waffle, the gang talk about the iPhone SE, and Steven's first impressions, Intel to buy Moovit, Robin chats about a recent purchase - the Echo Show 8, there's talk about the Covid-19 tracking software being implemented, and we also hear about a new Microsoft AI for Accessibility funded project from City University London, called The ORBIT (Object Recognition for Blind Image Training) (https://orbit.city.ac.uk/)
For all your email questions, fire them over to TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and we'll answer them in a future episode (depending on the waffle levels).

323: Headspace, Be My Eyes and Fraggle Rock Apr 28, 2020

Tech Talk is here to blow your isolation blues away!
Robin and Andy welcome Shaun Preece back for another week as Steven recovers from his illness. The trio deal have a jam-packed show for you, including:
The return of Fraggle Rock, now on Apple TV+, The arrival of Galloways and RNIB remote support via Be My Eyes, mental health with Headspace, an anniversary for Microsoft Disability Answer Desk, email topics including microwaves, and someone not liking the chat about Harry Potter!
All that, plus news on the recent Zoom update, Apple Accessibility and thoughts on the upcoming WWDC, Shaun's new haircut, Andy moaning about the Dark Sky weather app disappearing from Android phones, and a very (very) brief chat about the iPhone SE... I predict more on this topic next week!
As ever, drop your questions, queries, compliments, complaints and general musings to TechTalk@RNIB.org.uk, and we'll get to them on a future show!

322: iPhone SE 2nd gen, BBC vs TuneIn, and Echo Skills Apr 21, 2020

Well well well, what's this? A strange-yet-somewhat familiar voice is introducing you all to the podcast this week... could it be? Why yes! Yes it is! It's the return of the delectable, delightful, and at times deplorable... Shaun Preece! Last heard way back on episode 266... best blow the cobwebs off him first...
Why is he back, you may ask? Well, Steven's poorly this week, so of course Shaun was more than happy to help out with presenting duties. He joins Robin and Andy this week to talk about all sorts of stuff, including:
The arrival of the iPhone SE 2nd gen! Who among the Tech Talk team will end up buying one first? Also, March saw the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy's 42nd anniversary: fans will remember the Babel Fish, so how close are the Echo buds to that translating technology?
All that, plus haircuts, BBC and TuneIn, Spotify, the Body Coach, clapping, Magic Jinn and loads more!
We love your emails! You can write your own to TechTalk@rnib.org.uk, we're also on Twitter (@RNIBRadio) under #AskTechTalk
Get well soon, Steven!

321: Harry Potter, Bose Frames & Talking Ovens Apr 14, 2020

Hello to you all!
It's Tech Talk time, and this week's show is jam-packed! We've Andrew Coleman on to tell us about Galloway's, a sight loss charity based in the North West of England launching an Alexa skill, which will allow people to find out about their latest services, as well as listen to a range of talking newspapers, Randy Rusnack returns to talk us through talking ovens, Robin and Steven chat about their Bose Frames and the newest update, and we also discuss some news items, including delivery drones, Google’s AI phone assistant Duplex, and Robin tries desperately to convince Steven to listen to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone - especially as JK Rowling has make the ebook and audiobook free!
Want to email us? techtalk@rnib.org.uk. Tweet? @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #AskTechTalk.
Keep safe, everyone. #StayatHome

320: Extra Echo tips, New iPhone, and Audible Apr 07, 2020

Greetings!
On this week's rip roaring, trailblazing Tech Talk, Steven and Robin discuss the imminent arrival of the iPhone SE, and also all the accessibility changes in the new iOS update, we discuss Audible making books free for younger readers, more tips and tricks for getting the absolute best out of your Amazon echo device, especially to keep you in a routine during this odd times, and speaking of odd, Andy's here with emails! More from you guys this week on the new RNIB Reading Service, Overdrive, and radio apps.
You never know, Dougal and Shanelle might even make an appearance!
Want to email us? techtalk@rnib.org.uk. Tweet? @RNIBRadio with the hashtag #AskTechTalk.
Keep safe, everyone. #StayatHome

319: Echo Calls, Canute Braille e-reader, and Support from Vital Tech Mar 31, 2020

Welcome to Tuesday, and welcome to Tech Talk! Steven, Robin and Andy join you from their own homes again this week.
On today's show, Robin guides us through making calls and checking your calendar via Lady A (with a little help from Randy Rusnack), we hear about a Vital Tech support service funded by Thomas Pocklington Trust, which provides advice on accessible technology, we hear about the multi-line digital Braille e-reader Canute with David Woodbridge , and there's also time for some emails.
techtalk@rnib.org.uk is the email for all your questions, queries and compliments!

Tech Talk: Working From Home Special Mar 25, 2020

Oh, hello! Didn't expect us today, did you? Well, surprise!
We wish we could be releasing a special episode in cheerier circumstances, because let's be honest, the last few weeks have been a bit strange; what started with social distancing is now a full lock-down in place across the UK, and beyond.
Not only are we now trying to familiarise ourselves with less time with friends and loved ones, but we're even seeing less of our work colleagues.
In this episode, Steven and Robin sit down to have an extended chat about home-based working, isolation, and keeping up communication with others. This episode also includes an extended version of the piece we heard from episode 318, in which Robin's son Sam details some hints and tips on how to make working from home work for you.
Here's the website Sam reads out in that piece: https://cleartalents.com/contents/simple/working-from-home
Stay safe, and we'll chat to you again next Tuesday.

318: Working from Home, Accessible Statistics Trackers, and Emails Mar 24, 2020

Time for Tech Talk!
Many of us now are embracing a slightly different world, which may or may not include working from our homes for the time being. We hear some hints and tips on how to make this work, from Robin Christopherson's son Sam.
Also, Robin demos' using a keyboard with iOS, we hear the best accessible way to keep up to date with the latest COVID19 statistics (http://cvstats.net/), and we get to your emails, including a few more regarding the new RNIB reading services
For more help with working from home, visit: https://cleartalents.com/contents/simple/working-from-home
You can always keep in contact with us by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio using the hashtag Ask Tech Talk.

317: Best of CSUN, LinkedIn, and emails Mar 17, 2020

On this week's Tech Talk, Steven and Robin are joined by Shelly Brisbin from Blind Bargains and Paul Porter from RNIB to discuss the best bits from the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2020. Also on the show, Robin explains the benefits of LinkedIn, including navigating the iOS app, and we even squeeze in a few emails, too! Remember, if you would like your questions answered by our helpful team here at RNIB please get in touch. Ask Tech Talk by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk or tweet us @RNIBRadio using the hashtag Ask Tech Talk. And don't forget to call RNIB's Helpline for even more assistance over the phone during the week. Call 0303 123 9999 or search for "technology" on rnib.org.uk.

316: Code Jumper, CSUN, and Solid State Drives Mar 10, 2020

It's a technical Tech Talk this week! Steven and Robin are joined by David Woodbridge to discuss the release of Code Jumper in the UK, and why it's so important.
Also on the show, Steven talks how to use a keyboard with iOS, the Ask Tech Talk this week covers solid state drives, and we also have news on CSUN, a Whirlpool recall, and Android security.
Those important details if you would like a question answered, either by us here at Tech Talk, or by the RNIB's Technology for Life team:
Email: techtalk@rnib.org.uk
Tweet: @RNIBRadio using the #AskTechTalk.
Call: 0303 123 9999

315: RNIB Reading Services, Spotify, and Talking Calculators Mar 03, 2020

On this week's Tech Talk...
The team receives comments from listeners on about the new RNIB Reading Services website, we also chat to listener (and Tech Talk super-fan) Karina Gregory about the new service, Steven tries out using Spotify's app on iOS and Android, and we have an Ask Tech Talk question on talking scientific calculators.
All that, plus listener emails, news from the internet and more!

314: Online Safety, Flippy Phones and AD on the Fire TV Stick Feb 25, 2020

Tech Talk - Steven explains how to access Audio Description on the Fire TV Stick, there's news about the arrival of the next iPhone, the guys talk about how 'flippy phones' are all the rage, we learn more about Online Personal Safety and how Google Glass is back due to Envision AI, and we get to your emails!

313: Books, Drones and Emails Feb 18, 2020

On this week's Tech Talk, we chat to Alison Long on the recently launched RNIB Reading Services website, which Robin demo's reading a book from, we go flying drones with David Woodbridge, and we get back to listener emails, including discussions on Audio Description, braille and more!
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! A quick reminder, if you have a techie question, no matter how big or small, drop us an email to techtalk@rnib.org.uk, with the subject Ask Tech Talk.
Alternatively, you can also use the hashtag #AskTechTalk on Twitter, and you can also call the RNIB's Technology for Life helpline on 0303 123 9999.

312: Blindshell, Anniversary of Facebook, and Audio Description Feb 11, 2020

Tech Talk Time!
Robin and Andy join Steven to review the Blindshell Classic; a durable, stylish, and most importantly, easy to use mobile phone for the blind and visually impaired. We also hear about a rather impressive journey for a Nissan car, we hear about Facebook's anniversary, and in emails, it's more about Audio Description, accessible burglar alarm systems, and also cover voiceover on EPG's.
All this and plenty more! Just a reminder, you can contact us via email (techtalk@rnib.org.uk), and your Ask Tech Talk queries can be directed to the hashtag #AskTechTalk on twitter, or you can ask the Technology for Life team at RNIB by calling the Helpline on 0303 123 9999.

311: Catching Up On Correspondence Feb 04, 2020

Emails, we get emails, we get your emails every day!
This week's Tech Talk is dedicated to catching up on correspondence! Everything from Audio Description, Apple TV and VoiceOver, the importance of braille, Sky Q and even accessible smart meters.
We also even have an #AskTechTalk, on hands free smart phones.
As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk. You can also use the hashtag #AskTechTalk on Twitter, and the helpline telephone number for the Technology for Life team at RNIB is 0303 123 9999.

310: JAWS 2020, Ask Tech Talk, and Missing Audio Description Jan 28, 2020

It's Tuesday, which means it's time for Tech Talk!
Steven is joined by Robin to discuss what is new in JAWS 2020, we find all about an accessible Media Downloader software, and we also catch up with Producer Andy to cover another #AskTechTalk, and loads more of your emails, including more Audio Description issues!
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
Also, don't forget, if you have a question, no matter how big or small, ask the Technology for Life team at RNIB by calling the Helpline on 0303 123 9999, or tweet by using the hashtag #AskTechTalk

309: CES Roundup, Accessible Coffee, and #AskTechTalk Jan 21, 2020

Robin and Steven are back for another Tech Talk! On this week:
Steven Scott discusses news from Consumer Electronics Show,
Robin explains how to make an accessible cup of coffee,
and Andy joins us for a return of #AskTechTalk, and a few emails as well.
Have a question for the team? Join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

308: Tech Talk Special: 2020 Predictions Jan 14, 2020

On Tech Talk this week, Steven and Robin are joined once again by special guest David Woodbridge from Vision Australia, this week to look ahead to 2020, and what technology is expected, predicted, and in some cases, hoped for! If you want to share what you'd most like to see in 2020 let us know! Driverless cars? Foldable phones? Hoverboards?!
Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

307: Tech Talk Special: A 2010's Retrospective Jan 07, 2020

Happy New Year Tech Talk fans!
On the first Tech Talk of 2020, Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson and special guest David Woodbridge from Vision Australia look back at the past decade for accessible tech - the best of what arrived in the 2010's, as well as one or two mentions of the worst!
If you want to share what you think is the best bit of tech from the last ten years, let us know! Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

306: AI Apps, medication, and emails Dec 17, 2019

Hello to you, Tech Talk listener!
On today's episode, we hear from Basil Oxtoby, who has been speaking to a company who is creating a new and more accessible way for blind people to find out about their medication. Robin and Steven discuss AI apps that help us see better, including Robin speaking to Envision AI. Plus more and more of your emails.... keep em coming!
Join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

305: Emails, Smart Glasses and Echos Dec 10, 2019

It's Tech Talk Time - Steven and Robin will be covering a smorgasbord of topics, including the potential of portable Amazon Echos, Bose AR Frames and Microsoft Soundscape, and they also dive back into the email inbox to answer a few more of your questions.
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

304: More from TechShare Pro 2019 Dec 03, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk with Steven and Robin - more from TechShare Pro 2019, which was held in Google HQ in London. This week focuses on a specific theme: encouraging businesses to make their websites and apps more accessible. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

303: TechShare Pro 2019: A Review Nov 26, 2019

This week Robin and Steven are at TechShare Pro in London and have sat down with the great and good of technology companies including Google, Amazon, Sony and BT Sport.
Want to share your opinion about a new piece of tech you've bought recently? Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

302: Ember mug, Pitch Black, and a catch-up with news and emails Nov 19, 2019

It's a brand new Tech Talk, with a healthy Steven! Well, kind of...
On today's episode, Robin Christopherson tells us all about a new smart mug he now owns, called the 'Ember', Producer Andy has a chat with Harry from Purple Jam Ltd about an binaural audio video game called ‘Pitch Black: A Dusklight Story’, and we also catch up with all your fabulous emails!
Want to share your opinion about a new piece of tech you've bought recently? Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

A quick message... Nov 12, 2019

Hello Tech Talk fans; Producer Andy here,
Just a quick message to explain why there’s been no podcast so far today, and why last week’s show was playing on RNIB Connect Radio this afternoon.
Unfortunately, Mr Steven Scott has man flu - he is at home under quarantine, and is currently being hosed down by men wearing hazmat suits.
We should be back to our normal schedule next Tuesday, see you then!

301: AirPods Pro, Emails, and the Future of Braille Nov 05, 2019

Time to Talk Tech... it's Tech Talk!
This week, Steven and Robin discuss Steven purchasing yet more Apple goodies - this time the new AirPod Pro earphones. Listener Karina Gregory joins the gang to talk about how technology is affecting the future of braille, there's a few listener emails to catch up on, and a few other bits and bobs, such as Google buying Fitbit.
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk

300: Listener Emails, Favourite Gadgets, and Accessible Travel Oct 29, 2019

On this week's episode Steven and Robin are joined by listener Kelly Muggeridge from West Sussex to talk about her five favourite gadgets. We also catch up on the email inbox and learn about a new app in development by UK developer James Bryce who wants to make train and bus travel easier for blind and partially sighted people. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

A Tech Talk Special: An Introduction to Mac Oct 25, 2019

In this extra episode of Tech Talk, Robin Christopherson gives you an introduction to buying, operating, and chiefly getting used to Macs.
Back to our regular schedule this coming Tuesday; same tech talk time, same tech talk channel!
#TechTalk #RNIBRadio

299: Freeview Talking EPG, Made by Google & the Can Do Cafe Oct 22, 2019

On today's episode of Tech Talk, Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson discuss the recent Made by Google event, Robin chats to Gavin Ellis from Freeview about talking EPG's, we hear about a 'Can Do Cafe' in Cardiff, and we also round up some other recent news from the Internet.
Hold the press...! There will be a special mini-episode of Tech Talk dropping later this week!
#TechTalk #RNIBConnect

298: Emails, Amazon Fire TV, and Steven masters teleportation Oct 15, 2019

Hold on a second...
An Amazon Fire TV Review? A chat about Plextalk? An Ask Tech Talk which we actually throw to you, the listener? Teleportation? Emails to the show?
...what IS all this goodness?
Why yes, of course! It's another Tech Talk with Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson (and Producer Andy).
What else could it have been?!
What? You'd like to tell us how lovely we are? Go ahead! Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk
And to end, here are some hashtags: #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

297: RNIB Newsagent, the latest Microsoft event, and Outlook Oct 08, 2019

This week on Tech Talk: News from RNIB's Alison Long about changes to RNIB Newsagent, the team discuss the the latest Microsoft event, and also tackling Outlook from an accessibility viewpoint.
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we will definitely be tackling more in next week's episode! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

296: Tech Talk: Amazon Special Oct 01, 2019

On this week’s Tech Talk we delve into the world of Amazon and all of its new products they announced on the 25th of September.
Joining Steven Scott for the discussion is Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet and David Woodbridge from Vision Australia, to dissect the 15 new products the company announced.
To ask a question to either Steven or Robin, drop an email to techtalk@rnib.org.uk, and you may feature on an upcoming episode!
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

295: New Apple products, #AskTechTalk and more listener emails Sep 24, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk, Steven and Robin cover the new Apple product releases (and now we know why Steven's credit card is boiling hot), we look ahead to the next Amazon event, as well as this year's TechShare Pro coming up in November, and we also delve back into the email inbox with Producer Andy.

294: All About the Apple Keynote... and Voice Control Sep 17, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk Steven Scott is joined by an all star panel of guests including Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet, David Woodbridge from Vision Australia and Robin Spinks from RNIB to discuss the latest Apple Event held in San Francisco. There's also a short demonstration by Robin Christopherson on how the new Voice Control feature works on iOS with VoiceOver.
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

293: Be My Eyes partner with Lloyds Bank, PocketVision and #AskTechTalk Sep 10, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk we hear from Lloyds Bank about their partnership with the popular app Be My Eyes and how they intend to improve customer services using the app Plus we find out about a new smartphone app exclusively available on new Honor smartphones called PocketVision and how RNIB got involved in its inception. We also have RNIB's Alison Long on the show again to answer questions about upcoming changes to RNIB's Talking Books library website and listener Dale has his #AskTechTalk question answered by Jo Fullarton of the RNIB Technology for Life service.

292: Accessibility sounds in Office, emails, and #AskTechTalk Sep 03, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk with Steven and Robin, we cover more listener emails, Robin adds more accessibility sounds to Microsoft Office, and we also tackle another #AskTechTalk question for the Technology for Life team; this week it's how to put music onto the Victor Reader

291: Haptic Feedback, Windows 95, and emails Aug 27, 2019

Steven and Robin are back for another round of Tech Talk; this week Robin looks at how haptic feedback is coming to the iPhone for lovers of the traditional keyboard. We have more #AskTechTalk - this week Mel has some issues with his work computer that he would like the RNIB Technology for Life team to resolve, and we also round up some more listener emails.

290: Talking Microwaves, Bluetooth Headphones, and Emails Aug 20, 2019

This week Steven and Robin delve into the mailbag to talk about your thoughts on recent shows and stories we’ve covered. Plus Sheila Armstrong from Torch Trust joins us with a review of the Cobalt Talking Microwave. And we begin our new series answering your tech questions in association with RNIB’s Technology for Life team. This week Gordon asks Tech Talk about the best Bluetooth headphones for assistive tech users.
To send us your techie questions for the Ask Tech Talk segment, you can email techtalk@rnib.org.uk, you can tweet us, using the hashtag #AskTechTalk, we're also on Facebook too - simply search for RNIB Connect Radio.
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

289: Technology assisting with education, booking flights, and #AskTechTalk Aug 13, 2019

This week, Steven and Robin are joined by Abi James from Ability.Net, who talks about technology that can make the difference in transitioning from school to college and university. Also, one of our intrepid blind reporters takes on apps from three major airlines, to book a flight to Barcelona - but how successful will he be?
Also, be sure to check the end of the episode to find out more about #AskTechTalk - a new feature for you to contact us with all those tricky IT issues, headaches and problems in everyday life, so we can pitch them to the RNIB Technology For Life team to help solve them!

288: Sky Q, Tile Mate, and more of your emails Jul 30, 2019

On this week's Tech Talk, Steven and Robin go through the email inbox with Producer Andy, answering your questions including reading books on your Amazon Echo, and whether or not Sky Q is an accessible set top box. Robin also tells us about one of his most recent purchases, the Tile Mate.
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

287: Victor Reader Stream, Synapptic TV Box, and more emails Jul 23, 2019

On this week's show we discuss more of your emails and comments, plus we get a review of the Synapptic TV Box from our listener Nadia. We also talk more about the Victor Reader Stream device including thoughts from Steven about how to get more books. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

286: Android, Adam Morse, Sight Village and emails Jul 16, 2019

On this week's show, Steven and Robin find out why three blind Android fans are in the studio and why they like that particular smartphone, plus we meet a visually impaired film director called Adam Morse and ask what tech he uses to do his job, and Sheila Armstrong from Torch Trust joins Steven to talk about her experience of Sight Village in Birmingham. Plus there is a look at the email inbox with Andy.
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

285: Victor Reader Stream, Cyber attacks, and more emails Jul 09, 2019

On this week's show there is lots more love for the Victor Reader Stream from Humanware, plus we find out about a new piece of tech that could help end isolation of older people from a company called No Isolation. Plus we look at how cyber attacks are becoming more frequent, and what we should do to keep ourselves safe online.
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

284: Victor Reader Stream, RNIB PenFriend, and Social Media Jul 02, 2019

This week, on Tech Talk - Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson talk about the new RNIB PenFriend device, which has just been announced - we hear from one user who finds it a wonderful way of helping her read books along with her children.
There's also a look at how removing the amount of likes from our social media posts can reduce anxiety among users, and there's a lot of love for the Humanware Victor Reader Stream in the email inbox!
Speaking of emails, we read and appreciate all the kind messages you send us; and we encourage more! You can join the conversation on something you've heard by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

283: Emails, Specialist vs Mainstream tech, and final WWDC thoughts Jun 25, 2019

Time for Tech Talk! This week, Steven and Robin hear more of your emails with Producer Andy, which includes a specialist vs mainstream technology debate, a look into the upcoming voice-over features on iOS 13, and Robin ticked off the final bits and pieces from WWDC.
Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

282: Ten years of iPhone Voiceover, WWDC and more Jun 18, 2019

Steven Scott is joined by Robin Kristofferson from AbilityNet & David Woodbridge from Vision Australia, they will be discussing a decade of voice-over on the iPhone…Plus more on the announcements from Apple's worldwide developer conference

281: Apple WWDC, 5G in UK, Emails Jun 11, 2019

On this week's show...
Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson discuss Apple's yearly developer conference and its implications for blind and partially sighted people. Also, as 5G is rolled out in the UK we talk about what that could mean for technology and services in our home and beyond in the future. Plus there's a read through your emails and some big questions for our audience to help us answer. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

280: WWDC preview, Windows Spring update, and Emails May 28, 2019

It’s Tuesday, so it’s time for Tech Talk!
Steven and Robin sit down to discuss the upcoming WWDC event in California, preferring iPhone or iPad for productivity, what’s been included in the latest Spring update to Windows (and why Robin can’t seem to download it), and also more of your own emails with Producer Andy, including OCR and SuperNOVA screenreaders, action cameras, the Lazarillo App, and more!
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

279: Orcam, Google Accessibility and Emails May 21, 2019

On this week's show Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson discuss scanning documents and reading printed materials using tech. Robin demonstrates the scanning features of JAWS and Steven speaks to one of the trainers for Orcam, Ian White.

Also, there's a chat about Google's new accessibility features announced at Google i/O and there's a report into how older people could benefit from new technology. Plus there's more of your emails. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

278: Tech Talk: Global Accessibility Awareness Day Special May 16, 2019

On this special episode of Tech Talk we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day, with a look back at how accessible tech has allowed more and more blind people to participate in society. We also look ahead to the latest tech trends including autonomous vehicles and smart glasses to see how they could change our lives for the better.

Steven Scott is joined by special guests Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet and Robin Spinks from RNIB in a special one-off extra episode aired on the day.

#GAAD #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

277: Tech Talk: How It's Made May 14, 2019

On this week’s special episode, Steven Scott is rejoined by former co-hosts Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to answer one of our listeners most burning questions: how do we actually make Tech Talk? As Steven is in Glasgow, Shaun is in Manchester and Tim is in Ohio in the US, how do we all end up sounding like we are in the same room, and how do we connect and edit the show each week? All those questions are answered in this week’s special!

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

276: Tech Talk: Gaming Special May 07, 2019

This week it's a gaming special with Shaun Preece and Robin Christopherson rounding up the latest information and discussion on games for all blind people to enjoy.

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

275: Voice Dream Scanner, Google Gets Visual, Amazon AirPods? Apr 30, 2019

This week Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson speak to one of the members of the popular website AppleVis to discuss his role in the website's development and also to review the new Voice Dream Scanner app. How does it compare to other applications that let you scan and read documents? Also Steven and Robin review the week's news in tech including the stories of Google planning to offer more visual responses through it's smart assistants and Amazon potentially bringing out its own version of the AirPods. With Alexa built in, could these in fact tbe the AirPod killers? And there's more of your emails and audio contributions. Join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

274: Emails, smart speakers and Disney Apr 23, 2019

On this week's show, Steven and Robin go through the email inbox to answer more of your queries. They also discuss the news that the UK Government is launching a wide range of new advice and information through the popular smart speakers Google Home and Amazon Echo, and there's news about Disney's new foray into the world of streaming services. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

273: DAISY player, Vision Australia and emails Apr 16, 2019

On this week's show, Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson are joined by tech enthusiast and podcaster David Woodbridge from Vision Australia to talk about his first hand experiences of the Samsung Galaxy Watch and new Samsung S10 smartphone.

He also tells us about the new Envoy Connect solar-powered DAISY player that can be purchased from the Vusion Australia store https://shop.visionaustralia.org/shop/product/envoy-connect-audio-player-va-library.

There's also a brief look at your emails and answers to more of your queries.

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

272: Energy Monitors, emojis and emails. Apr 09, 2019

Time for some Tech Talk! This week the tech mavericks Steven and Robin discuss RNIB's approval of the new accessible energy monitor, which will be available to customers in the summer.

Plus there's a look at the top news in tech and a read through the email inbox. Also Robin demonstrates how you can easily find and use emojis with your Mac - which you can find out more here: https://matthewpalmer.net/rocket/

Have an opinion on whats been on today's show? Email techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

271: Accessibility, WebAim, Seeing AI and Lire Apr 02, 2019

This week on Tech Talk the hosts talk about the state of web accessibility in 2019. Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson hear from Gerard from WebAim about their most recent survey of one million websites and their accessibility. Also we hear from the man who created the popular Microsoft app Seeing AI, and the guys discuss Apple’s latest offerings from their ‘Showtime’ Event. There’s also a demonstration of how the Lire app works on iPhone for anyone wanting to get their news via RSS (really simple syndication).

270: Today's Braille Tech, CSUN, Apple gadgets and more Mar 26, 2019

It's Tech Talk time! This week, Steven and Robin are joined by Julie roadway, a blind listener from Liverpool, who comes on this week to talk about braille technology, and in particular her review of the Orbit Reader 20, on sale from the RNIB, and the Braille Me display, from Computer Room Services, both on sale for around £400.

There is also coverage of this years CSUN Assistive Technology Conference with Adi Latif from AbilityNet, and the team discuss Apple's latest gadget announcement, and a few emails as well.

Any questions and queries (or compliments) can be sent to the team at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

269: Orcam, Seeing AI, Apple, and Emails Mar 19, 2019

This week Steven Scott and Robin Christopherson are joined by tech fan Rae Walker who talks about her experience of Orcam, following a special review of the camera that has artificial intelligence built in. There’s also a look at some of the new features of Seeing AI courtesy of Robin and the team discuss the news of Apple’s upcoming event and the announcement of their new iPad lineup. There’s also a read through the emails as well. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

268: Amazon Echo news, accessible train information, and plenty more emails Mar 12, 2019

It's Tech Talk time! Steven and Robin are back again to round up all the tech related news and stories, including the Amazon Echo Show, accessible train time information, and also an email roundup with Producer Andy.

On the topic of emails, to ask a question to either Steven or Robin, drop a message to techtalk@rnib.org.uk, and you may feature on an upcoming episode!

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

267: A Warm Welcome to Robin Christopherson Mar 05, 2019

It's a brand new era for Tech Talk as we welcome a new co-host to the show. His name is Robin Christopherson, he works for AbilityNet, and knows a lot about the world of accessible technology.

On his inaugural show, Robin and Steven discuss his recent trip to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and the news about Samsung's flagship phones.

To ask a question to either Steven or Robin, drop an email to techtalk@rnib.org.uk, and you may feature on an upcoming episode! #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

266: Emails, and emotional goodbyes Feb 26, 2019

A bittersweet episode of Tech Talk this week, as Steven bids adieu to his longstanding partners in crime, Tim and Shaun, as they head off for pastures new. They spend their last episode going over more of your emails on topics such as braille devices, and breakthroughs in audio described programmes.

But fear not! This is far from the end for Tech Talk, as Steven will continue on with new contributors, same podcast time, same podcast channel.

Thank you all for sending your emails in; we always welcome hearing from you! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

265: The latest on Audio Description, issues with delivery robots, and your emails Feb 19, 2019

Steven and the team return for another rip-roaring, trailblazing episode of Tech Talk, which this week includes the latest news from the world of Audio Description, and emails on learning braille, accessible website problems, and the many issues that will surface with the arrival of delivery robots and drones.

Thank you all for sending your emails in; we always welcome hearing from you! If you would like to hear your thoughts and opinions read by the dulcet tones of Producer Andy, you can message the team at techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

264: Robot Deliveries, and plenty more emails Feb 12, 2019

Join Steven and Shaun for Tech Talk!

Today's show has Steven and Shaun discussing a few news titbits, including the iOS FaceTime bug, and apps to help with train times. Also, a shedload of emails, including robot deliveries in Milton Keynes.

Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

263: The CLEW app, Braille and Emails Feb 05, 2019

Time for Tech Talk! On today's show, Steven and Shaun describe the new CLEW app, which is an indoor, path tracing navigation app built for blind and visually impaired users. The pair also listen to more of your emails including, including one young man decision to start using braille again for the benefit of his new job.

Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

262: An email roundup, and the mysterious Betty Jan 29, 2019

On this week's show Steven, Shaun and Tim join forces to solve all the issues from your emails - this week, problems texting your husband with Siri, issues with a Skype update, and issues with some inherently inaccessible software... all that, and Steven tells us all about 'Betty'.

Thank you all for sending your emails in; we always welcome hearing from you! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

261: Microsoft Accessibility Masterclasses, Android's Dark Mode, The Arrival Of 5G Jan 22, 2019

On this week's show the trio are together again to discuss the week's news in tech including updates on Android's latest operating system called Q which will feature a new dark mode feature which could be good news for the light sensitive among us. Also there's talk about the arrival of 5G and how it could make a real difference to our connected world. And Steven and Tim talk about Microsoft's new series of accessibility workshops starting off with their most recent one on the new features of Narrator. Join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

260: Accessible tech at CES 2019, and smart blinds at IKEA Jan 15, 2019

On this week's show, Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz discuss the latest innovations and announcements from CES 2019 including news on all of the accessible tech that was on show and even some of the more unusual gadgets - such as smart toilets! Also they discuss IKEA's announcement to start selling smart blinds.

#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

259: CES 2019 so far, Alexa at Christmas, and Bandersnatch Jan 08, 2019

This week Steven Scott and Shaun Preece return to discuss Steven's grumbles about Alexa on Christmas Day, the latest news (so far) on CES 2019, the integration of Be My Eyes into In Your Pocket, and why watching the latest Black Mirror episode Bandersnatch isn't so good if you're blind.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

258: Reviewing 2018, Obit Reader, and Microsoft accessibility Dec 18, 2018

On today's Tech Talk, Steven and Tim talk about the big tech stories of 2018, including the announcement of the Obit Reader 20 - the first affordable braille display on the market, they also discuss the rise in the use of smart speakers, and advancements in accessibility from Microsoft.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

257: TechShare Pro 2018 Special part 2 Dec 11, 2018

On this week's episode it's part two of the TechShare Pro special!

Steven, Shaun and Tim are back to continue their dissection of the recent event in Canary Wharf in London, which included talks from Google, Apple and Barclays.

Coming up in today's episode, Steven finds out about the Storm D accessible voting system, there's also a chat with Mark and Jacob from Special Effect about gaming, and there's also exclusive interviews with Barclays, and Samsung.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

256: TechShare Pro 2018 Special part 1 Dec 04, 2018

On this week's episode it's a TechShare Pro special!

Steven and the guys sit down to talk about the event held in London, to make people aware of the challenges, difficulties and solutions to making technology more accessible. This week we hear from Google, Samsung, and we learn about when accessible smart meters will finally be available.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

255: Plenty of emails, and a special message from "Lorraine Kelly". Nov 27, 2018

Time for Tech Talk #255, and this week it's Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz running through your emails with Sighted Guy Kris. Yes, no Steven Scott this week, he'll be back next week with a TechShare Pro 2018 special episode.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

254: Learning Braille, Talking Thermostats and viewer emails Nov 20, 2018

On this week's Tech Talk episode, Steven, Tim and Shaun talk about learning braille; at long last Steven has got the Fingerprint braille course from RNIB, and talks about how he plans to learn over the next few months.

There's also more of your emails with Sighted Guy Kris, there's also a review from one of our listeners on the Cobolt Talking Thermostat for home heating, and a fierce debate begins over mp3 bitrates!

#rnib #techtalk

253: Alexa to Windows, Narrator the best screen reader, and emails Nov 13, 2018

On this week's episode the guys discuss the news that Alexa is coming to your Windows 10 PC, why Narrator could be the best choice of screen reader in the coming months and they read out more of your emails.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

252: Braille Displays, Tech for Kids and listener emails Nov 06, 2018

On this week's episode the guys meet Sally Buchan, a mother of a 12-year-old blind girl who wants to know what computer she should be buying. Also we find out about a new braille display being launched at Sight Village in London that features both a braille keyboard along with essential windows keys. And there's more of your emails too with sighted guy Kris.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

251: A Tech Talk Halloween Spooktacular Nov 01, 2018

On this week's special Halloween-themed show (which didn't go out on Halloween) Steven, Shaun and Tim talk about the upcoming Apple event in New York and also read through all of your emails.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

250: Accessible Netflix and Emails Oct 23, 2018

On this week's episode Steven and Shaun read through your emails with the help of sighted guy and all round nice guy Kris. There's also a special interview with Erica Kram from Netflix who talks about the company's mission to make it's content accessible to blind and partially sighted people around the world. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

249: Google, Facebook Portal, and Jenny Lay-Flurrie‏ from Microsoft Oct 16, 2018

On this week’s episode Steven is joined by Shaun and Tim once again to briefly discuss the news in tech this week, including their thoughts on Google's event, where they launched new smartphones, a tablet and a home hub to control your smart devices. They also briefly discuss the new Facebook Portal device, but the main event is where Jenny Lay-Flurrie‏ joins Steven for a one-to-one on her role as the Chief Accessibility Officer at Microsoft. Jenny also talks about the corporation’s relationship with RNIB in its 150th year and we find out what she thinks will be the future of computing.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

248: Orbit Reader's UK arrival, BBC show accessibility, and emails Oct 09, 2018

On this week's show Steven Scott and Shaun Preece get together to learn about the new Orbit Reader 20 refreshable braille display which is now available from RNIB. There is also an extended interview with Gareth Ford-Williams, Head of Accessibility for the BBC, who talks about how the broadcaster has worked closely with RNIB to make sure its programmes and ways to view and listen to shows have become as accessible as possible. There's also more of your emails.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

247: Smart TVs, Smart Speakers, and What's Next from Google Oct 02, 2018

On this week's Tech Talk the guys talk about a wide range of topics based on your emails, including the best smart TV to buy, what a smart speaker is and how it could benefit a blind person, and another great suggestion for listener Nadia who is having trouble using dictation software. The guys also discuss what they think might come out of Google's next big event on the 9th of October.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

246: Amazon, Apple and Accessible Technology Sep 25, 2018

On this week's show Steven Scott is joined once again by Tim and Shaun to discuss Amazon's latest product announcements as well as finding out what Steven bought following Apple's big event. Also there's more of your emails and some top tips from our listeners who help us navigate the world of accessible technology. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

245: Apple event, New Amazon Fire tablet, Dictation software, emails Sep 18, 2018

On this week's episode the trio talk about Apple's latest product launch and how the products might be received in the blind community. Also there's news of a new product from Amazon launched this week (rather quietly!) Also, one of our listeners' emails from last week stirs up lots of conversation in our inbox.

#RNIBConnect #TechTalk

244: Emails, emails... and some Apple rumours. Sep 11, 2018

This week Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz read your emails, and answer your questions. They also stray into discussion about Apple's big event this week. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

243: Steven's (not so) accessible TV, IFA 2018, Emails Sep 04, 2018

This week Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz talk about the week in technology news - they discuss the latest gadgets and gizmos announced at the IFA 2018 Tech Conference in Berlin, and Steven talks about his (not so) accessible television which he has just bought. There's also your emails, including one that brings a smile and a tear to the team this week! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

242: Accessibility in TVs, Facebook and Twitter vs free speech, Emails Aug 28, 2018

On this week's show Steven Scott, Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz talk about Steven's findings into accessibility in televisions in 2018. There's also a look at the news of the week in tech including a conversation around Facebook and Twitter's decision to deleted over 600 accounts because they believe they are fake news - but could this be an infringement on free speech? Also there's a read through your emails and more. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

241: Social Media, Speak On media suite, News Aug 21, 2018

On today's show Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz talk about social media options such as Twitter, Facebook, Zello and Vorail. Listener Gary Price shows off the Speak On media suite. In the news they discuss European union legislation to fine companies that fail to remove terrorist content within one hour of it being reported to them, then they talk about the UK making pornographic websites verify a customer's age before they can gain access. Is this censorship or protecting children? Also they talk about Apple Pay being popular in the UK over the US. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To Record On Your iPhone Aug 21, 2018

One of the most popular questions we get on Tech Talk is how do we record messages, notes or discussions on my iPhone? Thankfully Shaun Preece has the answers. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

240: Android Pie, News, more emails Aug 14, 2018

This week it's Tim and Shaun in the chair with special guest Riz joining the guys to talk about the newest Android operating system, Android Pie. There's also a look at the news in tech and a read through your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

'Technology For Life' Team Is Expanding Aug 13, 2018

‘Technology for Life' team's Mark Evans brings us the latest accessible news.

This week Mark reveals the recent changes that underwent across the team and why we should be excited for what’s to come.

Mark is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

239: Apple's $1 Trillion, News, Emails and more emails Aug 07, 2018

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim search for the latest news in tech but struggle to find anything that excites them! There's more of your emails including a listener's accidental purchase that turned out to be a huge success and there's more chat around phones that aren't smart - but how popular are they really? #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

What Is A Smart Speaker? Aug 06, 2018

If you've heard people talking about Alexa, Siri and Google you might be wondering what they are all on about? Smart speakers are the latest tech trend at the moment but what are they and why would you want one? Tech Talk presenter Shaun Preece explains what they do that could be very helpful to a blind person. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

App Review: Be My Eyes Aug 06, 2018

Have you heard of the app Be My Eyes and wondered what the fuss was all about? Tech Talk presenter Shaun Preece explains what the iPhone and Android app does and why this award winning app could make a difference in your life. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

238: Emails, emails and more emails Jul 31, 2018

This week the guys spend the our reading through your emails and uncover a range of interesting topics that they haven't discussed before on the show including what the best phone is for someone who doesn't want a smartphone, and what options there are out there for desktop magnification that don't cost the earth and take up half the room! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

237: Be My Eyes award, Listener Emails, Alexa and your microwave Jul 24, 2018

This week Steven returns to the table with Shaun and Tim to discuss the week’s news in tech, including a major award for a popular app used by blind people around the world called Be My Eyes. Also we review your emails with the ‘sighted guy’ Kris! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Why 'In Your Pocket' Is More Than Just A Phone Jul 24, 2018

Designed to make reading the latest newspapers, magazines and books easier, In Your Pocket now features a new Doro device, with larger buttons and a great speaker for quality sound, O2 connectivity, and RealSAM interactive speech software.

It also comes with a subscription to RNIB Newsagent, access to RNIB Talking Books, as well as podcasts, weather, and location information

But how accessible is it? and is it good value for money?

RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley spoke with RNIB technology officer Mohammed Atif to find out.

236: VFO and Jaws, Alexa Routines, News Jul 18, 2018

This week Tim and Shaun take the reigns to discuss the week's news in tech. There aqre interviews with Eric Damary of VFO and Ruth Gallagher from Sight and Sound to find out about the latest improvements in Jaws. Also Shaun finds out Alexa's routines feature. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Amazon Echo App Review Jul 17, 2018

RNIB's technology officer Paul Porter brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week Paul discusses the Amazon Echo app, which is voice activated and compatible with Android and IOS devices.

Paul is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

Sight Village 2018 Review Jul 16, 2018

‘Technology for Life' team's Mark Evens brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week Mark takes a look at the Sight Village event that took place near Birmingham on the 10th and 11th of July, as well as a big sale from ‘Sight and Sound Technology’ that could see you saving more than you’d expect when buying products like Jaws or magnifiers.

If you've missed the event don’t despair, this is just the start of Sight Village events in the UK and we will keep you updated as they come.

Mark is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

235: Steven's surprise, Tim's newsy bits, Your emails Jul 12, 2018

We have no idea why this episode never made it to the podcast feed, but better late than never! On this episode the gang discuss Steven's big announcement about his next choice of computer. Tim brings the news headlines in the world of tech and listener Sheila tells us about her new USB fan that she has plugged into her computer to keep her cool in the warm weather. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

234: Chromebooks, News from the Internet, Emails Jul 03, 2018

This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss the week's news in tech. There's also a massive climbdown from Steven over his views on Chromebooks - the Google laptops - and their capability around accessibility. Plus there's lots of your emails to read through once again. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Neatebox Wins Major Award Jul 02, 2018

NeateBox is a company which specialises in producing accessible apps, that help disabled people live independent lives and improve mobility.

The organisation has continued to grow and recently picked up a major award for one of it’s apps.

RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate to learn more about the apps, the award & how you could win an Apple watch…

#RNIBConnect

233: E3 Gaming Special Jun 26, 2018

This week Steven Scott and the guys are joined by blind Youtuber and gaming fan James Rath from California to talk about the recent E3 exhibition highlighting the latest in gaming technology and gaming experiences. James was a visitor to the event as well as a speaker on the accessibility panel along with Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo. The guys discuss how gaming is becoming more accessible and how devices such as the Amazon Echo can enhance a blind users experience of games. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Accessible TVs Jun 25, 2018

‘Technology for Life' team's Mohammed Atif brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week Mohammed puts his ear to audio description and accessible TVs. What is available out there and how can we get it?

Mohammed is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

[Photo: Hand holding up a remote towards a blurred out image of a TV]

232: Narrator, Firefox talking browser, Emails Jun 19, 2018

This week Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz and Shaun Preece to discuss the week's news in tech including upcoming improvements to Windows built in screenreader called Narrator and the possibility of a new talking browser from Firefox. Also there are lots of your emails to read through. Keep them coming techtalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

App Review: VO Calendar for iPhone Jun 17, 2018

'Technology for Life' team's Madleen Mann brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week Madleen tells us more about the VO Calendar.

Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley, Madleen explains how the calendar app works with VoiceOver feature and why it could be a good replacement for your usual phone calendar.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

[Photo: VO logo – a page-turning calendar with the number seven on it placed in front of a brigtht yellow background]

Episode 231 Extra Jun 13, 2018

And finally it's here! More from the guys who just couldn't fit in all of the news on this week's episode.

231: Apple Watch, News from the internet, Emails Jun 12, 2018

This week the gang are joined by visually impaired Channel 4 announcer Corrie Brown who joins the guys to talk about her experience of the Apple Watch and has some useful tips for Steven! The team also look at the latest tech news including a new soundbar just announced from Sonos that promises to give you as many personal assistants as you can handle and they also go through the mountain of emails.

236: E Access Bulletin June 2018 Update. Jun 12, 2018

Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks with Tristan Parker, Editor of the free monthly bulletin, for a flavour of what's in the latest issue.

This month it's Microsoft AI project for accessible tech, Ford's haptic windows, home lighting for visually impaired people, Global Accessibility Awareness Day and a reader's question...

#RNIBConnect

Technology Review: Audiobooks And Where To Find Them Jun 05, 2018

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week Paul gives us his roundup of best ways of listening to audiobooks.

Paul is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

[Photo: A smiling man sitting outside and enjoying an audiobook through a pair of white headphones]

235: Apple WWDC 2018 Special Jun 05, 2018

This week Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz and Shaun Preece to talk about the latest developments from Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference held in California. Get the latest news from a blind perspective. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Technology Review: Accessible Phones May 29, 2018

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us the latest accessible technology review.

This week we’re looking at what accessible mobile phones are out there, what are their best features and which one could be best for you.

Paul is chatting to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

[Photo: Someone dialling in numbers into a flip phone]

229: Accessible gaming, GDPR, Emails May 29, 2018

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim are talking tech once again. This time they are joined by visually impaired games fan James Kyle who is an RNIB volunteer to talk about accessible gaming and the enjoyment he gets out of it. We also summarise the information surrounding the new EU legislation that has just been brought in called GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). We also read through more of your emails and keep you up to date on the week in tech news. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

228: Android, News, Emails May 22, 2018

This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss the week's news in tech. We also meet our new Android Anorak called Riz who answers your questions on the smartphone alternative. And there's more of your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Is Reading Braille A Dying Art? May 21, 2018

It’s estimated that less than 8% of visually impaired people in the UK can read braille.

However, with advancing technology and changes to the outdated braille readers there is talk about a potential raise in literacy levels.

James Bowden, RNIB’s braille technical officer, tells us more about what the future of braille could have in store for us.

James spoke to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

For more information or to enter the Onkyo Braille Essay Contest visit: https://www.rnib.org.uk/braille-and-moon-%E2%80%93-tactile-codes-writing-and-producing-braille/braille-writing-competition

229: Dolphin Computer Access, Emails May 15, 2018

This week we focus on the company Dolphin Computer Access – a UK based specialist software company that makes products that enable blind and partially sighted people to easier access their computers. Also we read through more of your emails.

Spring Cleaning With Windows 10 Update May 08, 2018

Is the thought of a Windows update causing you anxiety? Are you concerned how the accessibility features will be affected?

Find out if ‘Technology for Life’ team’s Mohammed Atif can ease your mind with his latest review of the Windows 10 Spring Creator’s Update.

Mohammed spoke to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

227: Emails, emails and more emails May 08, 2018

This week we decided to catch up on our email inbox and get through more of your emails. Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Lydia Hulme and we also hear more of your Weekly Whines as well as some of the latest news in tech. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Technology Review - FlickType May 01, 2018

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review.

Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul takes a closer look at FlickType, a keyboard app for Apple devices aimed to help visually impaired people get the best typing experience.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

225: Aria news, Weekly whines, Orcam My Eye 2.0, Emails May 01, 2018

This week Steven and Shaun are joined by Tim again to discuss the week in tech news. This week there is a special announcement about Aira glasses and we hear your weekly whines about technology. Also we meet Ian White from Orcam to hear about their latest product - the My Eye 2.0. And of course there are your emails which are always welcome. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Smart House For The Blind Apr 25, 2018

Imagine a world where you can try out the latest technology in a setting that is as close to your own home as possible.

That’s exactly what St Vincent’s school in Liverpool have done.

Along with partners, they have built a smart house which showcases assistive technology and how it can support people with visual impairments to live more independently.

Danielle Colcolmbe from RNIB went along to see the house for herself and to share her experience with us.

Technology Review - Eye-D App Apr 24, 2018

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review.

Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul investigates the free reading app, Eye-D and tells us whether it's worth giving it a try.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

224: DWP report into assistive technology, New resources to learn tech, Driverless baby buggy, Emails Apr 24, 2018

On this week's show Steven and Shaun are joined by Lydia Hulme to discuss the news in tech. The team discuss the recent report by the Department of Work and Pensions that has various suggestions on how to improve disabled people's access to assistive technology. There's also a chat with listener Gary Eady who got in touch with the show to tell us about a new online resource he is creating to help people learn how to use software such as Jaws and Voiceover. There's also more of your emails and in the news there's a story about a visually impaired woman from London who has come up with a new design for a baby buggy that borrows technology from driverless cars! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Meet The New Chair Of BCAB Apr 20, 2018

The British Computer Association of the Blind has been around for a number of years and now has a new Chair.

Jackie Brown has taken up the role, and Tech Talk contributor Claire Potter spoke to her to find out more about the organisation.

Is Facebook Safe? Apr 17, 2018

Following recent concerns over security and data protection on social media platforms like Facebook, Madleen Mann from RNIB’s Technology for Life team discusses these concerns and offers some advice on how to keep our privacy protected online.

Madleen spoke to the host of Afternoon Edition, Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the Technology for Life team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

223: The Good, Bad & Ugly of Technology, BCAB, Emails Apr 17, 2018

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim are talking about their technology woes, including issues with audio description and accessibility of apps. There's also an interview with Claire Potter speaking to Jackie Brown, Chair of BCAB. Plus there's lots of news around tech and more of your emails.

222: Android Phones, Vaux Speaker for Amazon Echo Dot, Windows 10 Improvements, Emails Apr 10, 2018

This week the team discuss Steven’s attempt at using an Android phone and he shares what he has been spending his hard earned tech money on. There’s also the latest news including improvements to Windows 10 accessibility and rumours of the new iPhones that will be coming in June.

The History of Audio Description in Sport Apr 03, 2018

Blind and partially-sighted people have always loved their sport, whether it's football or rugby, tennis or golf.

But is sport fully accessible to blind people?

David Tanner who's reported on sport for both TV and radio for many years and provides audio described commentary, looks at how the service differs between sports, finds out how blind fans feel about the service they receive, and if there is any way it can be improved further….

Amazon Echo Review Apr 03, 2018

RNIB's technology Officer Madleen Mann reviews the Amazon Echo, which is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa (voice-controlled assistant) to play music, control smart home devices, provide information, read the news, set alarms and more.

Madleen is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the Technology for Life team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

Hive Active Heating App Review Apr 03, 2018

RNIB's technology Officer Paul Porter reviews the Hive Active Heating App, which is a thermostat that allows you to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone, tablet or laptop.

Paul is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the Technology for Life team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

221: Apple education event, Facebook controversy, Google Chromebooks Apr 03, 2018

On this week's show Steven, Shaun and Tim are back together again discussing the week in tech news. They discuss the recent Apple education event as well as the controversy around Facebook that is causing concern to their users. There's also a chance to meet Sharon Lyons who produces information around how to use the computer without a keyboard using software such as Google's Chrome operating system, and there's more of your emails.

Assistive Tech Bulletin Is Free! Mar 29, 2018

Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Tristan Parker from E-Access Bulletin.

We discuss some of the topics, ahead of the release of the next issue of the free monthly bulletin, focusing on assistive technology.

This month's topics include, the new Soundscape GPS app from Microsoft and Guide dogs, assistive tech awards & much more.

#RNIBConnect

220: RNIB In Your Pocket Special Mar 27, 2018

This week the team find about the latest version of RNIB In Your Pocket in a special episode where Steven Scott attended the launch of the new device in London. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Soundscape App For Navigation Mar 26, 2018

The UK charity Guide Dogs has teamed up with global tech giant Microsoft to develop and release a new app for blind and partially sighted people. Soundscape is a new slant on personal GPS and uses 3D sound to build an audio picture of your surroundings as you walk, or travel in a vehicle. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jenny Cook, from Guide Dogs, and Jarnail Chudge, From Microsoft, to learn more about the free app, which is available via the Apple App Store right now... #RNIBConnect

Welcome App Is Really Taking Off Mar 26, 2018

The Welcome app has been designed by Edinburgh based tech solutions company NeateBox to improve the provision of service to customers with disabilities.

The app is set up by the user and when they approach a venue with the tech installed, the customer service representatives or staff are alerted to their arrival and any special requirements the customer has prioritised.

The versatile app is being used for shops, visitor attractions, transport hubs and much, much more.

RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate, founder of the company, to learn more about the app and the latest venue to recognise the positive applications it can provide...

#RNIBConnect

Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones Review Mar 20, 2018

Mark Evans from RNIB’s Technology For Life team reviews the latest ‘Beats Studio 3' wireless headphones.

Mark is talking to RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the Technology for Life team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: tfl@rnib.org.uk

219: Accessible science museum, VI Tech Solutions, RNIB In Your Pocket review, Apple events Mar 20, 2018

On this week's show, Steven goes AWOL and leaves Tim and Shaun to carry the can, but can they cope? Well it appears that they can as they discuss a new accessible science museum in Manchester specifically aimed at young blind and partially sighted people. Also on the menu is a review of RNIB in your Pocket ahead of its launch next week and Claire Potter speaks to accessible technology company VI Tech Solutions about the products they sell, plus there's news about CSUN in San Diego plus and lots more. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk

Driverless Cars: The Future Is Here Mar 13, 2018

As driverless cars start to being their testing in the UK we ask if blind and partially sighted people could one day use this technology to enhance their mobility. Steven Scott visited an exhibition and display of driverless vehicles, including the new Tesla Model X, and even had a chance to try it out for himself. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

218: Driverless cars, Braille e-reader, Bose glasses, Alexa's 'spooky' laugh Mar 13, 2018

On this week’s show, Steven and Shaun are joined by Lydia Hulme to review the week’s news in technology. There’s also a chance to find out how Steven got on as he was introduced to the latest fully autonomous car from Tesla at an event highlighting the future of such vehicles in Birmingham. There’s also more of our listener emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

217: Soundscape, HomePod thoughts, News and more emails Mar 06, 2018

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim discuss the new Microsoft Soundscape app that blind people are talking about – a new app that helps blind people better understand their environment. Also, listener Matthew Horspool gives his thoughts on the new Apple HomePod, and we hear from long time listener Dave who called in to share his thoughts on screenreaders for the PC. Plus there’s news and your emails.

216: Calibre Audio Library app, Apple HomePod review, Potter's Picks Feb 27, 2018

On this week’s show Steven and Shaun are joined by new co-host Lydia Hulme once again. The trio are joined by Peter Gurney from Calibre Audio Library to respond to listeners’ concerns about their new app, plus listener Garth Humphries shares his first thoughts of the new Apple HomePod. There’s also a look at the latest news plus Claire Potter joins Steven to offer her latest Potters Picks.

Cyber Security Feb 21, 2018

Steven Scott presents a special report into cyber security and offers advice to blind and partially sighted people about how to stay safe online.

Steven hears from former head of GCHQ, Robert Hannigan, and blind tech expert Scott Charles. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Blindshell Mobile Phone Feb 21, 2018

If you've always fancied a smartphone but think they're too complicated or difficult to use, why not consider the Blindshell mobile?

It's available from RNIB and offers a simpler user interface than iPhones and Android devices.

You can find out more about it by clicking on the following link http://shop.rnib.org.uk/catalog/product/view/id/29628/s/blindshell-2-talking-accessible-smartphone

Paul Porter from RNIB told Steven Scott about the product in this extended interview. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

215: Cyber crime, Blindshell mobile phone, Potter's Picks for personal care Feb 20, 2018

On this week’s show we hear about how to stay safe online and offer tips on how to avoid online cyber criminals getting hold of your data. RNIB Technology Officer Paul Porter talks about the Blindshell mobile smartphone as an alternative to Apple and Android, and we read through the week’s news in tech as well as respond to your emails. And let’s not forget Claire Potter who joins us again with another selection of her Potter’s Picks.

The Smart Home of 2018 Feb 13, 2018

Steven Scott picks out eight items that he thinks can make your home super-smart in 2018! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Top Tips: Interact With Technology Companies Feb 13, 2018

Find out about the best ways to contact technology companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Google and Amazon if you are blind or partially sighted and are having problems with your computer, tablet or phone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

214: Smart home of 2018, Ways to interact with tech companies if you're disbaled, Potters Picks, Emails Feb 13, 2018

This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss this week's news in tech. This week there's a look at the growing list of ways disabled people can get in touch directly with technology companies such as Apple, Google, Microsoft and Amazon, and their new dedicated departments for access tech. Also, there's a look at ways we can make our home smarter in 2018 with a look at smart gadgets that could really benefit blind and partially sighted people. RNIB volunteer Claire Potter joins us again with her Potters Picks, and there's a read through more of our listener emails.

How To: Using VoiceView on Kindle Fire Tablet Feb 08, 2018

If you have purchased or are considering purchasing an Amazon tablet and would benefit from using a screen reader, you should try out VoiceView. The software is built into the device and can help you use the technology more easily if you are severely sight impaired. Steven Scott explores the screenreader and explains how to use it to its fullest. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

213: El Braille, Tech News, Potter's Picks Feb 06, 2018

This week Steven and Shaun meet new co-host Lydia Hume to discuss the week's news in tech. Also, former regular guest Julie Rodaway returns to tell us about the El Braille device, and Claire Potter suggests some good ideas for lighting around the home in her Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

212: HomePod arrives in UK, JAWS learning resources, More Echo skills, Recording with tech, Potters Picks Jan 30, 2018

On this week’s show Steven is joined by Tim and Shaun again to talk about the week in tech news. Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet shows us yet another skill for our Amazon Echo device and Claire is back with another round of Potter’s Picks – this week she gives our listeners new ways to contribute to the show with low-priced tech.

211: Guide to Fire Tablet screenreader, Echo skills, Hobby tech, Emails Jan 23, 2018

On this week’s show, Steven is joined by Shaun and Tim to discuss the latest news in tech. There’s a guide to using Voiceview software on the Amazon Fire Tablet plus a new segment highlighting the various skills that you can use on your Amazon Echo. Plus Claire Potter returns for another of her Potter’s Picks – this week it’s all about hobbies!

210: CES roundup, Virgin inflight entertainment, Magnification, Learning to touch type Jan 16, 2018

Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz to talk about the news from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week. There is also an extended interview this week with Ian Hughes from the company Associated Optical, which sells among its many and varied range of magnification products, the new eSight glasses that the company who makes them in Canada claims can restore 20/20 vision to those with certain eye conditions. Potter's Picks is also back with some important products for those who are interested in learning how to touch type. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Associated Optical: Magnifiers And More Jan 16, 2018

Steven Scott sits down this week with Ian Hughes from the company Associated Optical. The company sells a wide range of magnification products including the new eSight glasses that promise to restore sight.

Virgin's Inflight Entertainment System Is Made Accessible Jan 16, 2018

If you are heading on your holidays this year and happen to end up on a Virgin flight, why not check out their new fully accessible inflight entertainment system. Using iPads and their built-in accessibility software you can browse and watch videos with audio description. Allan Russell reports for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Potter's Picks: Learning To Type Jan 16, 2018

If you love gadgets that don't cost the earth, you'll love our new feature called Potter's Picks. Clare Potter will bring you three items every week that are accessible and useful to those with a visual impairment. This week Claire has some useful suggestions if you are blind and want to learn how to type. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Top Tip: Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter Images Jan 15, 2018

Did you know that blind people can 'see' images on their computer - but only if you tell them what's in the picture. Adding an image description has been fairly common practice on websites for years but now everyone is being encouraged to do it on social media. Steven Scott explains how we as blind or partially sighted people can do it as well for others. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

The Great Computer Chip Debacle Jan 15, 2018

You might have heard in the news how a security flaw in computer chips could have left our personal computers open to attack by hackers. Steven Scott explains how this news came about and what we need to do now to ensure we keep safe online. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #209: Microchips, CES 2018, Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter, Emails Jan 09, 2018

This week Steven Shaun and Tim are reunited after the holidays to discuss the latest news in the world of accessible tech. This week they discuss the news that all computers could be affected by two new bugs found in any machine using Intel, AMD or ARM chips, plus Apple’s announcement that they deliberately slow down iPhones due to battery issues gets the guys talking. There's also a report on what's on show at the big tech show in Las Vegas, CES. Claire Potter returns with some fitness related suggestions in her Potters Picks and there’s a new segment focusing on useful tips - this week we find out how to add image descriptions to our Twitter images. Plus the inbox is bursting with your emails – the team read through them this week.

Episode #208: The Review of 2017 Dec 26, 2017

Steven Scott looks back at the year in tech that was 2017, including your views on Apple's 10 years of the iPhone, Amazon's leap into accessibility and Microsoft's incredible new artificial intelligent app Seeing AI for blind people. Plus there's your best contributions and a replay of our most downloaded podcast this year. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #207: Seeing AI Update, Potters Picks of smartphone accessories, Emails Dec 19, 2017

On this weeks show, Steven is joined by Tim Schwartz to discuss the latest news about the free Seeing AI app. There's also lots of your emails answered and Claire Potter joins us to offer her choices of smartphone accessories under the new budget of £150. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #206: Holiday Gift Guide Special Dec 13, 2017

This week Steven and Shaun run down the top gifts that blind and partially sighted people might want for Christmas. The list includes everything from helping you enjoy a good book to watching a top movie or TV boxset, plus lots more. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #205: Internet security, Thoughts on Seeing AI, Potters Picks of braille products Dec 05, 2017

On this week's show Steven and Shaun talk about internet security following concerns in the mainstream media about Kaspersky, the Moscow based anti-virus software company. There's also more of your emails focusing on your thoughts about Seeing AI, and Claire Potter is back telling us about some nifty braille products, all under £100! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Specialist vs Mainstream Tech: The Discussion Nov 29, 2017

Steven and Shaun are joined by Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet to discuss the benefits and challenges of specialist and mainstream technology. Join the conversation TechTalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

An Accessible Freeview Solution Nov 29, 2017

If you struggle to find out what's on TV or what channel you are watching, then listener Raymond might just have the answer for you. Link to product - http://www.portset.co.uk/digital-media-centre/ #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Sky Q: A Possible Accessibility Solution? Nov 29, 2017

The new Sky Q box offers lots of options to enjoy television, but some of the accessibility functions are leaving some users feeling cut off. Could a new feature just added to Sky Q boxes show a move towards a more accessible future with the TV system? Listener Gordon Anthony has been finding out. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Using Talkback On A Samsung Phone Nov 29, 2017

Did you know that Samsung has developed their own version of Talkback for their range of Android smartphones? Listener Alexander has been in touch to tell us about it. #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

Episode #204: Specialist vs mainstream tech, Potters Pick of magnifiers, Your views on Seeing AI Nov 28, 2017

This week the team discuss a hotly contested topic - specialist vs mainstream technology - but is there a right choice? Robin Christopherson of Abilitynet joins in the chat. Also Claire Potter retruns with her pick of magnification devices, and there's your comments on the new Seeing AI app from Microsoft. Join the conversation TechTalk@rnib.org.uk #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

Episode #203: Seeing AI app, Accessible TV, Your emails Nov 21, 2017

On this week's show Steven Shaun and Tim discuss the latest news in the world of tech, in particular the announcement that Microsoft's Seeing AI app is now available in the UK and Australia. There's also your comments on how TV can be more accessible using some smart features you may not be aware of, and we read through your emails. Join the conversation by emailing TechTalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #007: Seeing AI app Nov 14, 2017

After what feels like years of waiting, the Seeing AI app from Microsoft is here. But what is it and what is the fuss all about? Our reporter Scott from Boston in the US tells us what it can do and why you should download the iOS app today - for free! #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Episode #202: Blindfold Games, Android vs iOS, Potters Picks Nov 14, 2017

On the show this week, Steven Shaun and Tim talk about the latest news about Blindfold Games being allowed to continue to appear on the Apple app store. Also we hear from listener Riz to challenge Steven on his use and experiences of the Android phone. Plus Clare joins us to give her thoughts on accessible games from RNIB in her Potters Picks, plus there's the latest news from the world of tech. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #201: IKEA smart lights, iPhone X first thoughts Nov 07, 2017

On this week's episode the team talk about the new IKEA smart bulbs that work with Amazon Alexa and Siri on your phone, plus they talk about the new iPhone X and why Steven won't be buying one. Plus there's more Potter's Picks from Clare Potter and the guys talk through the weeks news in tech and your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #200: Jaws 2018 news, AirPods review, Potters Picks Oct 31, 2017

This week the tech trio celebrate their 200th episode with more of the latest tech news, including the latest on Jaws 2018 and an apparent issue with the Mozilla Firefox browser. Plus there's your emails and comments and also three items under £100 with Clare Potter in Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #199: Microsoft accessibility update, Accessible battery chargers, Potter's Picks Oct 24, 2017

On this weeks show, the tech trio discuss the latest tech new including the latest from Microsoft and their new Fall Creators Update which includes big enhancements for Narrator and Zoom features. Also, Julie Rodaway joins the team to discuss accessible battery chargers and Clare Potter returns with another of her Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Accessible Battery Charger Oct 24, 2017

If you're looking for a way to keep your smartphone or tablet charged while on the move, listener and contributor Julie Rodaway might have an accessible solution for people who have low or no vision. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Learning Android: The Basics Oct 23, 2017

Listener Riz has been in touch to share his thoughts on getting to grips with the Android phone with Talkback, the free screenreader built into every new Android phone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

A Listener Review of Sight Village Manchester Oct 23, 2017

Find out what long time listener and contributor Julie Rodaway thought of the latest Sight Village exhibition that was close to her in Manchester. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Recognise Text Using Your Android Device Oct 23, 2017

If you want to independently read documents and notes that are written down using your Android smartphone, one of our listeners has a special list of apps just for you. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Get Amazon's Alexa On Your Smartphone Oct 23, 2017

If you've always wanted Amazon's Alexa smart assistant on your smartphone, you now can with an app called Reverb AI. Listener Jake Holt got in touch to tell us about the app, which is available on Apple and Android devices. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Call Or Text Using Your Amazon Echo Oct 23, 2017

A new feature has been added to the current range of Amazon Echo devices that lets you call or text your family members or friends. Tim Schwartz has been demonstrating this for #TechTalk listeners. #RNIBConnect

Can TV Become More Accessible? Oct 23, 2017

#TechTalk listener Mel has been in touch to ask what is being done to make TV more accessible? For example, how can the electronic programme guide (EPG) be used by blind people if there's no spoken feedback? RNIB's John Paton joined Steven Scott to answer some of Mel's questions. #RNIBConnect

Watch TV Without A Screen? Oct 23, 2017

If you are blind or have low vision to the extent that you've stopped watching TV on the traditional screen, you might be interested to know how one of our listeners have chosen to enjoy content from Amazon and Netflix without the need for a TV. Listen to Mike Cassidy's review of the Tendak box. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #198: Android smartphones, Talkback accessibility, Kitchen gadgets Oct 17, 2017

On this week's show the tech trio discuss Steven's first week with his new Android smartphone. Also listener Riz helps us understand Talkback better with his handy hints, and listener Clare is back with her #PottersPicks - three items under £100 - and this week she's in the kitchen. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #197: Google products, Reverb AI app review, Sight Village Manchester, Three items under £100 Oct 10, 2017

On this week's show, the tech trio discuss the latest offerings from Google. Listener Jake Holt tells us about the Reverb AI app, and Julie Rodaway returns with a review of her trip to Sight Village Manchester. And listener Clare restarts a popular feature on Tech Talk - Three Items under £100. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #196: Amazon's new products, Accessible television, Watching TV without a screen Oct 03, 2017

On this week's show, the team discuss the latest surprise announcement from Amazon about their six new products. Plus listener Mel gets in touch to ask why RNIB aren't doing more to encourage broadcast companies to make their set top boxes more accessible - RNIB's John Paton responds. And Mike from Great Yarmouth tells us about a way he enjoys on demand television and movies without a TV screen. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Braille News with Julie Rodaway Sep 27, 2017

Tech Talk's champion of braille is back! Julie Rodaway returns to Tech Talk to discuss the latest news in braille, including the new Elbraille and Focus braille displays available now. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #195: iOS 11 bugs, Fire TV accessibility updates, New braille displays Sep 26, 2017

On this week’s show, the team discuss the bugs found in Apple’s new operating system for it’s smartphone and tablet. There’s also a chance to learn about the latest braille devices coming out this year, plus we talk about the latest accessibility updates for Amazon Fire TV, and we read through your emails. #RNIBConnect #Tech Talk

App Review: BlindSight for Android Sep 19, 2017

BlindSight uses cutting edge artificial intelligence to see the world as humans do. Technology in the app converts images from your phone's camera into spoken words, helping blind and partially sighted people navigate the world around them. And you don't even need an internet connection for it to work! Listener Damien got in touch from Poland to share his thoughts on this groundbreaking app. #RNIBConnect #TheWeeklyConnect

Apple Face ID: Is It Accessible? Sep 14, 2017

There are concerns from members of the visually impaired community about whether the new Face ID security feature on the latest iPhone X smartphone will be accessible. Steven Scott speaks to blind tech expert, blogger, author and broadcaster Jonathon Mosen to find out the latest. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk #AppleEvent

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #006: Amazon Echo Sep 11, 2017

On this episode of Geek Out our tech trio are Paul, Madleen and Mohammed from RNIB Technology for Life team. The group get together to discuss the pros and cons of the Amazon Echo devices and talk about why they find them especially useful as blind people. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Seeing AI app from Microsoft Jul 18, 2017

Microsoft have launched a new app called Seeing AI, which aims to help blind and partially sighted people identify the world around them. Listen to Shaun and Kayaker discuss the app. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Aira Glasses Jul 18, 2017

You've probably heard by now about the new glasses from Aira but if you want to know what they're really like then this review by Kayaker should hopefully help you out. Kayaker spoke to Shaun just after he got his own pair. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Listener Review: Jake's Bluetooth Keyboard Jul 11, 2017

If you are a fan of keyboards, and let's be honest, who isn't? Listen to Jake's review of his new bluetooth keyboard which can do a lot more than you might think. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Milestone Daisy Player Jul 11, 2017

Want to read books easily while out about? Julie Rodaway finds out about the portable Daisy Player from Milestone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Using Audio Description On Amazon Fire Stick Jul 04, 2017

If you want to access audio description on Amazon content using your Amazon Fire Stick, Shaun has the info for you! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Blind Youtuber James Rath Jun 27, 2017

If you have ever thought about making movies but think your visual impairment might hold you back - meet James Rath. He has a Youtube channel and is making movies. He also had the chance recently to interview Apple CEO Tim Cook. Steven and Shaun spoke to James to find out more about him and 'that' interview. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

A Personal Assistant In Your Glasses Jun 27, 2017

Imagine being able to read that label on a jacket, or find a store you are looking for? For blind and partially sighted people, these are daily challenges. Aira aims to change that and use its new product to help people interact in the world more independently? Amy Bernal from Aira speaks to Steven Scott. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #185: Blind YouTuber, Aira glasses, Emails Jun 27, 2017

On this week's show, Steven and Shaun are joined by James Rath - the blind Youtuber who recently interviewed Apple CEO Tim Cook. Also there's an interview with Amy Bernal from Aira to talk about the new glasses that act as a personal assistant. And there's more of your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #184: Amaxon audio description review, YouView adds Alexa support, Waistband mobility aids Jun 20, 2017

On this week's show the team discuss the new Amazon Prime Video audio description offering with blind tech geek and host of podcast Life After Blindness, Tim Schwartz. There's also a look at the weeks Tech Talk news including YouView's upcoming update to allow Alexa to control the set top box, and there's news of a new waistband with sensors built in that could one day replace your white cane! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Amazon and Audio Description: A User's View Jun 20, 2017

The host of the popular podcast Life After Blindness, Tim Schwartz, stopped by the studio this week to talk to Steven and Shaun about the new audio description options now available within certain Amazon Original productions and movies. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Amazon and Audio Description: A Listener View Jun 20, 2017

Listener Paul Porter has been in touch to share his thoughts on the news that Amazon will be rolling out audio description across it's original programming and movies over the coming months. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Driverless Bus/Train Takes To Streets In China Jun 20, 2017

Is it a train? Is it a bus? Well, it's actually both! Alex Symington reports on this new form of hybrid driverless transport being trialled in China, which could come to the UK in years to come. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

App Review: Tap Tap See Jun 13, 2017

Our listener Tony Costas Sneddon sent in a review of his favourite app - Tap Tap See. Find out how the app can help you find out what's around you when out shopping or at home. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Binaural Headphones from Hooke Audio Jun 13, 2017

Our co-host Julie Rodaway has just bought herself a new pair of headphones from Hooke Audio. They record in binaural stereo which creates an amazing 3D effect when listening. Put a pair of earphones or headphones in and listen to Julie's report. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Could Digital Voting Be Easier For Blind People? Jun 13, 2017

Voting has been a fairly standard procedure in the UK for many years but for blind and partially sighted people it can be difficult. Even with additional aids to help you place your vote, many visually impaired people find it awkward to vote independently and in secret. But could digital voting change all of that? Alex Symington sent us a special report. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Amazon Announces Support For Audio Description Jun 13, 2017

The US retailer Amazon has announced that they are adding support for audio description on their Amazon Prime online streaming content in the next few months. Shows such as Bosch and The Man In The High Castle will have audio description added, as well as movies including Batman V Superman and Paranormal Activity. Steven, Shaun and Julie discuss the announcement. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #183: Amazon announces audio description support, Binaural headphones, Tap Tap See Jun 13, 2017

This week the tech trio talk about the news from Amazon that they are now supporting audio description, plus Julie reviews a new pair of headphones she's just bought that record in binaural sound, and listener Tony sends us a review of his favourite app - Tap Tap See. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #182: Unapologetically Apple! Jun 06, 2017

This week the tech team go international to talk about Apple's WWDC conference. Steven, Shaun and Julie are joined by the man known only as Kayaker and Hugo to talk about the latest software, hardware and news from the popular annual event. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Using Braille and iOS May 30, 2017

If you'd rather use braille to access your smart device, there are several ways to do this. Julie Rodaway looks at some of the options out there, including a braille keyboard that is already built into your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Synapptic Software: The Debate May 23, 2017

Following a range of views being expressed on the Android software Synapptic, which allows you to use your smartphone in a more simple way, we brought two of those opposing viewpoints together. David and Kelly spoke to the team to discuss the merits of such specialist software. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Apple Watch (Series 2) Review May 23, 2017

Listener Corie Brown from London got in touch to tell us why she enjoys using her new Apple Watch. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

RNIB Overdrive on the iPhone May 23, 2017

Do you struggle to use the RNIB OVerdrive app on the iPhone? If so, Shaun might be able to help. He walks you through how to set up and use the app to listen to books. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Julie's Microphones Review For PC And Smart Devices May 16, 2017

If you want to record professionally, you need a good microphone. Julie reviews three such devices that can hook up to your PC or smart device. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

HSBC Rolls Out Talking Cash Machines May 09, 2017

HSBC is the latest bank to roll out talking cash machines across it's network of ATMs across the UK. Steven Scott spoke to Mike Finnegan, Head of Customer Experience at HSBC to find out more. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Aftershokz Trekz Titanium May 09, 2017

Listener Fraser Fleming sent in this thoughts on the new Aftershokz Trekz Titanium bluetooth headphones that use bone conduction meaning that the sound travels through your cheek bones rather than your ears. They aim to make it safer to listen to your music or screenreader and still be fully aware of what is going on around you. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To: Using Voiceover on the Mac (Part 2) May 09, 2017

Shaun has talked about some of the main features within PC screenreaders, but what about the built in version on a Mac? In part 2, Shaun continues to tell us how to use Voiceover. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To: Using Voiceover on the Mac (Part 1) May 02, 2017

Shaun has talked about some of the main features within PC screenreaders, but what about the built in version on a Mac? Shaun tells us how to use Voiceover. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Back To Basics: Using a Phone As a Phone May 02, 2017

Smartphones have so many fantastic features but what if you just want to make a phone call with it? Julie goes Back To Basics this week once again. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #005: Keeping Safe Online Apr 25, 2017

Steven and Shaun are joined by Kayaker, who joins the conversation on keeping safe online with useful hints and tips to stay secure on the internet while using your Mac, PC or smart device. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Getting Assistance On The Move Apr 25, 2017

Steven speaks to Don Hyams from Assist Me, a new app that helps those of us with disabilities to book assistance for travel. It's currently a pilot scheme but has big ambitions. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Recording With Yuor Smartphone Apr 25, 2017

Julie finds out about the best ways to use the smartphone to record your thoughts and ideas. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To: Using Apple TV Apr 25, 2017

Shaun describes the ways you can use the accessibility features on a new Apple TV (4th Generation). #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Amazon Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote Apr 18, 2017

Did you know that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick has Alexa built in, meaning you can ask your TV to play your favourite music or TV shows? But there's more, the whole device is fully accessible thanks to it's new VoiceView software. Find out more in Steven's review. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To: Using Gestures On Your iOS Device Apr 18, 2017

Shaun finds out about the various gestures you can use to navigate around your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Back To Basics: Reading Using Your iPhone Apr 18, 2017

If you want to enjoy a book on the move or at home, did you know your smartphone has all you need to enjoy e-text in audio? Julie Rodaway goes Back to Basics again in this new series on #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Back To Basics: The Cloud Apr 11, 2017

In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple functions on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how the Cloud works. #RNIBConnect

How To: Using NVDA Apr 11, 2017

There is a free screenreader for your PC and it is called NVDA from NVAccess. Shaun finds out how easy it is to set up and gives you some all important commands to get you started. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Beats X Wireless Earphones Review Apr 11, 2017

Steven spent more money this week - shocking! This time he bought a new pair of Beats X Wireless earphones and he tried them out for #TechTalk this week. #RNIBConnect

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #004: March Madness Apr 06, 2017

Steven and Shaun are joined by Zello regular Eric from the US of A to talk about the new Apple product launch and also the new products from Samsung. #TechTalkGeekOut #RNIBConnect

Smart... Toilets? Apr 04, 2017

Steven was tasked with the report on smart toilets this week, but he wasn't too happy about it! Listen to find out how smart toilets could leave you feeling flush! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Back To Basics: Getting your email on an iPhone Apr 04, 2017

In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple function on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how to send an email using your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

KNFB Reader On Windows Review Apr 04, 2017

The popular experience of KNFB Reader on app is now available for Windows 10. Shaun reviews the new software. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Amazon Kindle Fire HD Review Apr 04, 2017

If you're looking for a cheap and accessible tablet that you can browse online, watch movies and TV and listen to books and podcasts, you might want to try out the Kindle Fire HD from Amazon. Steven has just bought one and thought he'd put it through its paces for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Getting Audio Description On BBC iPlayer Using Braillenote Touch Apr 04, 2017

One of our listeners has been in touch to ask if it is possible to get audio description on the BBC iPlayer using the Braillenote Touch. The good news is a new update from Humanware has made this possible, and Julie Rodaway told us all about it. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

App Review: Downcast Mar 28, 2017

Want to listen podcasts easily using your Apple or Android smartphone? Why not try out the Downcast app? Julie Rodaway reviews for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Notetaking with the iPhone Mar 28, 2017

Julie Rodaway finds out about the various options that could help you use your iPhone to the fullest. Julie reviews a bluetooth keyboard and a bluetooth braille display paired to the iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

RNIB In Your Pocket: An Independent Review Mar 21, 2017

Our long time listener and now co-host of Tech Talk, Julie Rodaway, took some time out of her busy schedule to put together an independent review of the new RNIB In Your Pocket. Julie purchased the device herself and in no way represents RNIB's views of this product. All her views are her own. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

The Bristol Braille Canute Mar 21, 2017

If you love reading braille and want to condense all of your large volumes of braille into one simple reading device, the Canute from Bristol Braille might be for you. Ed Rogers from the company spoke to Steven and Julie this week to tell us more about the new device coming later this year. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Reading Kindle Books On Your PC Mar 21, 2017

Shaun finds out about the improvements in accessibility allowing Kindle users to read their books via the PC. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 2) Mar 14, 2017

The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device in part 2. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#003: The Spy In Your House Mar 08, 2017

In the third episode of GeekOut, we follow the story that our smart devices may be listening to our every word, whether we want it to or not. But could these devices be used against us? Find out about the ongoing murder case in Arkansas where Amazon's Echo may soon be taking to the stand. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

RNIB In Your Pocket Mar 07, 2017

Ever wanted to relax with a good book or catch up on the day's news from the papers? RNIB In Your Pocket lets you do just that, and more. It's a new device from RNIB that gives you easy access to over 25,000 books, newspapers and magazines from the UK sight loss charity. Listen to Steven Scott's special report for #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 1) Mar 07, 2017

The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device. Part 2 is coming soon. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

How To: Setting Up An Amazon Echo (With No Vision) Mar 07, 2017

If you're thinking of buying an Amazon Echo device but think you won't be able to set it up as you have no sight, then worry no more! Shaun has spent some time setting up a brand new Dot from scratch just to show you how it's done. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#002: KNFB Reader Exclusive Mar 01, 2017

If you are a fan of the KNFB Reader app for iPhone and Android, you may be very interested to know that the app is coming to Windows PCs. Find out more with Joel Zimba speaking exclusively to RNIB on this GeekOut special. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

The First Braille Smartwatch Feb 28, 2017

Find out more about the latest gadgets being shown off at #CSUNATC17 this year including the Dot braille smartwatch. Steven Scott reports. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Micro Speak Portable Recorder Feb 28, 2017

If you're in the market for an accessible recording device, why not try the Micro Speak? That's what our listener Julie Rodaway has been telling the team this week. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tell Me TV: Canada's 'Netflix For The Blind' Feb 21, 2017

With so much talk about audio description at the moment, Shaun Preece sat down with Tell Me TV, an organisation in Canada making TV more accessible for all. (This is a longer interview than the one broadcast on Tech Talk Episode #167) #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Smart Meters For Electricity And Gas Feb 21, 2017

Smart meters are being touted as the best way to save money on your energy, and despite what you might think of them they are coming into your home soon. Find out more about them and how accessible they will be to blind and partially sighted people. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #167: Smart meters, audio description in Canada, Smart glasses Feb 21, 2017

On this week's show our new co-host Kerry Doyle joins Steven and Shaun to talk about all things tech including smart meters and audio description. Plus there's your emails and another of Robin Christopherson's skills for the Amazon Echo. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#001: New iMac, New iPhone 7 Plus & Sky Q Feb 21, 2017

Steven and Shaun are getting geeky in a new podcast for Tech Talk fans. GeekOut is all about the geeky side of tech and in the first episode Steven talks about the iMac, iPhone 7 Plus and Sky Q. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

The First Episode Of Tech Talk Feb 14, 2017

Listen to the very episode of Tech Talk hosted by Steven Scott back in 2012 to celebrate five years of the show being on the air. Guests include Leonie Watson, Sandi Wassmer and Robin Spinks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Echo Chamber: Capitol City Games Feb 14, 2017

Fancy using your Amazon Echo to play a game? Robin Christopherson runs through another great Echo skill for us. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Comment: Audio Description Feb 14, 2017

Steven and Shaun read through your emails and take your calls on the subject of audio description. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

E-Ticketing for Trains Feb 07, 2017

If you struggle to see train tickets, why not try e-tickets on your mobile phone? Khafsa Ghulam tells us how she uses them. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Audio Game: Timecrest Feb 07, 2017

If you enjoy games, why not try out Timecrest. Shaun Preece has been checking it out. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Audio Game for PC: BG2020 Cricket Jan 31, 2017

Shaun tries his hand at cricket thanks to a new audio game called BG2020 Cricket for the PC. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Synapptic Phone Jan 31, 2017

If you don't think you're quite ready to buy an iPhone or Android, why not consider a smartphone with Synapptic software? It's a simple device that introduces you to the world of touchscreen phones and is ideal for blind and partially sighted people. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Comment: Audio Description On Demand Jan 31, 2017

The community speak out about their feelings on audio description after the Government announced its Digital Economies Bill that will require on demand services to include AD in the same way as it is available on scheduled television. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

An Accessible Set Top Box? Jan 31, 2017

Despite all the developments in new technology, there is still no set top box available in the UK that is fully accessible. Some are accessible via smart apps but not independently. We speak to Mo from ViTech Solutions who are planning to change all of that. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Virtual Reality: Is It Beneficial To Blind People? Jan 25, 2017

As the mainstream tech media gets all excited about virtual reality, what are the realities of it being of any use to blind or partially sighted people? Steven and Shaun speak to RNIB's Robin Spinks to discuss. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

App Review: Voice Jan 17, 2017

Imagine being able to read documents, receipts, menus and even labels in shops using just your iPhone and a free app. Well, dream no more. Voice app for iOS promises to do just that but does it deliver? Steven and Shaun put it through its paces.

Amazon Fire Tablet: An iPad Alternative? Jan 17, 2017

The Amazon Fire Tablet range of tablets have been out for a couple of years now, but recently they added a screenreader called VoiceView. Does this make it an iPad equivalent? Steven thinks so, and so does one of our listeners. What do you think?

Review: Fitbit Jan 17, 2017

Shaun wants to shed a few of those festive pounds. But can technology help our visually impaired couch potato? He tries out the Fitbit series of fitness trackers.

Is Amazon Building The Future For Computing? Jan 17, 2017

Tech journalist for Vox magazine Timothy Lee talks to Steven about his views on Amazon's latest offerings and how their nearest rival Google seems to be failing to catch up.

How To: Using Apple TV Jan 10, 2017

Shaun Preece discovers the hidden features of the Apple TV that can help someone with no vision enjoy the same apps, entertainment and more that the tiny Apple box has to offer. #Apple #AppleTV #HowTo #TechTalk

CES 2017: Blitab - The World's First Braille Tablet Jan 10, 2017

Blitab is the first ever braille tablet which uses a new liquid-based technology to create tactile braille, graphics and maps for the blind and partially sighted in a tablet format which some are calling the iPad for the blind. In this Tech Talk interview from 2015, Alice Glanfield speaks to Kristina Tsvetanova, a co-founder and CEO of Blitab, and Slavi Slavev, chief technology officer and co-founder of Blitab to discuss how the tablet works and why it was created. #TechTalk #CES2017

Episode #159: Christmas gifts, how to make gadgets accessible, Free Brown's Bargains Dec 26, 2016

On this festive special, the team share their Christmas gifts and offer advice on how those techy gifts more accessible. There's also a price cut in Brown's Bargains as they are all free this week!

How To Download Netflix TV & Movies With Audio Description Dec 22, 2016

Following the announcement that Netflix now allows users to download certain TV and movies, it was disappointing to learn that audio description was not available as part of this feature. However Steven and Shaun have found out that this may have now changed...

Mobile Phone Options from RNIB Shop Dec 22, 2016

What if you need a new mobile phone but don't really want all of the bells and whistles of a smartphone? RNIB Shop has a range of phones on offer and Mohammed Atif from the Technology for Life team told Simon Pauley all about them.

Blindshell: The Android Phone For Visually Impaired People Dec 22, 2016

A new mobile phone called Blindshell has been launched which uses the Android platform and has been built specifically for those who are blind or partially sighted and don't want to buy a mainstream iPhone or Android smartphone. Simon Pauley speaks to RNIB Technology for Life team leader Paul Porter.

Saying Goodbye To The Mac: Jonathon Mosen's Viewpoint Nov 29, 2016

Blind blogger and broadcaster Jonathon Mosen is from New Zealand and joined Jackie and Steven at a very early hour to discuss his latest blog - Saying Goodbye To The Mac.

Music Streaming Services Nov 29, 2016

We all love music right? Shaun Preece looks at the various music streaming services available and finds out how accessible they are.

Gov.UK Survey Probes Into Access Tech Usage Nov 29, 2016

Following a recent discussion about a GOV.UK survey carried out to examine the types of access tech being used to log on to the government website, Chris Moore from HMRC got in touch to give us some more feedback.

How To: Use Amazon Echo Nov 15, 2016

Following his successful podcast on what the Amazon Echo is, Shaun Preece investigates how to get the best out of the personal assistant device.

Accessible Music On The Go: Sansa Clip & Rockbox Nov 15, 2016

Jackie Brown speaks to Sean Randall to talk about an old but solid option to enjoy music on the move that is accessible and easy to use.

Comment: A Listener's Views On Tech Talk Nov 15, 2016

Robin Christopherson has been in touch with Tech Talk to give his comments on a range of topics discussed on the programme over the past few weeks including Microsoft Word tips, buying a Mac and the future of braille.

How To: Using Windows Narrator Nov 08, 2016

Did you know there is a screenreader for blind people built into Microsoft Windows computers? It's called Narrator and it's completely free. Shaun Preece takes a look at how to use this useful tool.

App Of The Week: Braille Bee Nov 08, 2016

Jackie Brown speaks to Hilary Kleck who has developed a new app called Braille Bee that aims to help blind children to learn braille.

Microsoft Word: Handy Hints & Tips Nov 01, 2016

A number of our blind and partially sighted listeners have been in touch to offer their handy hints and tips using Microsoft Word.

Review: Amazon Echo Oct 25, 2016

Shaun Preece finds out what all the hype is about around the new Amazon personal assistant that you can talk to, order products, listen to the daily papers or catchup on your favourite book.

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