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Amazon Echo Review
3 april 2018 · 7 min
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. Lees meer
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
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Hive Active Heating App Review
3 april 2018 · 8 min
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. Lees meer
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
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221: Apple education event, Facebook controversy, Google Chromebooks
3 april 2018 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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Assistive Tech Bulletin Is Free!
29 maart 2018 · 8 min
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Tristan Parker from E-Access Bulletin. Lees meer
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.
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220: RNIB In Your Pocket Special
27 maart 2018 · 58 min
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
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Soundscape App For Navigation
26 maart 2018 · 14 min
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 Lees meer
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Welcome App Is Really Taking Off
26 maart 2018 · 12 min
The Welcome app has been designed by Edinburgh based tech solutions company NeateBox to improve the provision of service to customers with disabilities. Lees meer
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...
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Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones Review
20 maart 2018 · 12 min
Mark Evans from RNIB’s Technology For Life team reviews the latest ‘Beats Studio 3' wireless headphones. Lees meer
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
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219: Accessible science museum, VI Tech Solutions, RNIB In Your Pocket review, Apple events
20 maart 2018 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Driverless Cars: The Future Is Here
13 maart 2018 · 15 min
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 Lees meer
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218: Driverless cars, Braille e-reader, Bose glasses, Alexa's 'spooky' laugh
13 maart 2018 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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217: Soundscape, HomePod thoughts, News and more emails
6 maart 2018 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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216: Calibre Audio Library app, Apple HomePod review, Potter's Picks
27 februari 2018 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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Cyber Security
21 februari 2018 · 5 min
Steven Scott presents a special report into cyber security and offers advice to blind and partially sighted people about how to stay safe online. Lees meer
Steven hears from former head of GCHQ, Robert Hannigan, and blind tech expert Scott Charles. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
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Blindshell Mobile Phone
21 februari 2018 · 8 min
If you've always fancied a smartphone but think they're too complicated or difficult to use, why not consider the Blindshell mobile? Lees meer
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
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215: Cyber crime, Blindshell mobile phone, Potter's Picks for personal care
20 februari 2018 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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The Smart Home of 2018
13 februari 2018 · 11 min
Steven Scott picks out eight items that he thinks can make your home super-smart in 2018! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
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Top Tips: Interact With Technology Companies
13 februari 2018 · 5 min
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
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214: Smart home of 2018, Ways to interact with tech companies if you're disbaled, Potters Picks, Emails
13 februari 2018 · 56 min
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. Lees meer
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How To: Using VoiceView on Kindle Fire Tablet
8 februari 2018 · 15 min
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 Lees meer
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213: El Braille, Tech News, Potter's Picks
6 februari 2018 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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212: HomePod arrives in UK, JAWS learning resources, More Echo skills, Recording with tech, Potters Picks
30 januari 2018 · 57 min
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. Lees meer
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211: Guide to Fire Tablet screenreader, Echo skills, Hobby tech, Emails
23 januari 2018 · 58 min
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! Lees meer
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210: CES roundup, Virgin inflight entertainment, Magnification, Learning to touch type
16 januari 2018 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Associated Optical: Magnifiers And More
16 januari 2018 · 25 min
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.
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Virgin's Inflight Entertainment System Is Made Accessible
16 januari 2018 · 7 min
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 Lees meer
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Potter's Picks: Learning To Type
16 januari 2018 · 12 min
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 Lees meer
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Top Tip: Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter Images
15 januari 2018 · 5 min
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 Lees meer
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The Great Computer Chip Debacle
15 januari 2018 · 5 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #209: Microchips, CES 2018, Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter, Emails
9 januari 2018 · 57 min
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. Lees meer
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Episode #208: The Review of 2017
26 december 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #207: Seeing AI Update, Potters Picks of smartphone accessories, Emails
19 december 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #206: Holiday Gift Guide Special
13 december 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #205: Internet security, Thoughts on Seeing AI, Potters Picks of braille products
5 december 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Specialist vs Mainstream Tech: The Discussion
29 november 2017 · 29 min
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
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An Accessible Freeview Solution
29 november 2017 · 2 min
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
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Sky Q: A Possible Accessibility Solution?
29 november 2017 · 9 min
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 Lees meer
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Using Talkback On A Samsung Phone
29 november 2017 · 5 min
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
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Episode #204: Specialist vs mainstream tech, Potters Pick of magnifiers, Your views on Seeing AI
28 november 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #203: Seeing AI app, Accessible TV, Your emails
21 november 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #007: Seeing AI app
15 november 2017 · 13 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #202: Blindfold Games, Android vs iOS, Potters Picks
14 november 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #201: IKEA smart lights, iPhone X first thoughts
7 november 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #200: Jaws 2018 news, AirPods review, Potters Picks
31 oktober 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Episode #199: Microsoft accessibility update, Accessible battery chargers, Potter's Picks
24 oktober 2017 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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Accessible Battery Charger
24 oktober 2017 · 3 min
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
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Learning Android: The Basics
23 oktober 2017 · 20 min
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
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A Listener Review of Sight Village Manchester
23 oktober 2017 · 4 min
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
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Recognise Text Using Your Android Device
23 oktober 2017 · 9 min
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
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Get Amazon's Alexa On Your Smartphone
23 oktober 2017 · 6 min
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