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346: The #AppleEvent fallout, and more of your emails
22 september 2020 · 58 min
Team Tech Talk is here to rock your socks off! Lees meer
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 :)
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345: #AppleEvent preview, Android goes to eleven, and Amazon Halo
15 september 2020 · 58 min
Plundering porpoises! The good ship Tech Talk sets sail once more, thank you for being aboard! Lees meer
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 em…
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344: Buying a New Computer when Blind and Visually Impaired [Part II]
8 september 2020 · 58 min
It's a Tech Talk Double Feature this week! Well, kind of.... Lees meer
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
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343: Recorders, Rambling, and Robin in a rainstorm - a Tech Talk Email Special
1 september 2020 · 58 min
Welcome to the 343rd Tech Talk! That's a lot when you really think about it, isn't it? Lees meer
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
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342: Google Lookout, Face Masks, and Modern Tech Longevity
25 augustus 2020 · 58 min
Oh look, it's you! Fancy seeing you here! Just in time for Tech Talk! Lees meer
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.
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341: New products from Samsung, another Aira UK Demo, and goodbye Toshiba
18 augustus 2020 · 58 min
Greetings, Tech Talkees! Lees meer
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!
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340: Braille podcasts, Robotic Guide Dogs, and emails
11 augustus 2020 · 58 min
Are you here for Tech Talk? Well you're in the right place! Lees meer
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
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339: Trying Aira in the UK, Chats about Apps, and Accessible Fitness
4 augustus 2020 · 58 min
Hello, friends! Lees meer
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!
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338: In Your Pocket, Back Tap on iOS14, and loads of emails
28 juli 2020 · 58 min
Hello, Tech Talkers! Here's a warning - this episode is very lively... we've all been fuelled by strong coffee! Lees meer
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!
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337: Mantis Q40, Zoom for Home, and Braille on the Apple Watch
21 juli 2020 · 58 min
Ahoy hoy Tech Talk listeners - what a show we have today! It's braille-tastic! Lees meer
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
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336: Buying a New Computer when Blind and Visually Impaired
14 juli 2020 · 58 min
Hello hello hello! Welcome to another Tech Talk. Lees meer
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!
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335: Aira in UK, WHO surveys, and hand on with the iPhone SE
7 juli 2020 · 58 min
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! Lees meer
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
30 juni 2020 · 58 min
Hello TT fans! Here's what's on this weeks show: Lees meer
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.
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333: An Email Special
25 juni 2020 · 58 min
We told you we had two treats for you this week... Lees meer
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!
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332: Apple WWDC 2020 Discussion
23 juni 2020 · 58 min
Hello all! We have a couple of treats for you this week, TT fans! Lees meer
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...!
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331: Screen readers, ARM Mac rumours, and plenty of emails
16 juni 2020 · 58 min
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? Lees meer
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!
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330: RNIB Reading services, Microsoft Narrator, and EasyReader
9 juni 2020 · 58 min
Steven's here, Robin's there, and Andy is... somewhere! Yes, it's Tech Talk o'clock! Lees meer
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!
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329: Microsoft Ability Summit, Accessible TV's and Optacons
2 juni 2020 · 58 min
Welcome back to Tech Talk, everyone! We're still at home! Lees meer
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!
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328: Apple Glass, Interactive Fiction, and Track-and-Trace
26 mei 2020 · 58 min
[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] Lees meer
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!
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327: Tech Talk: GAAD 2020
21 mei 2020 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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
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326: ElBraille, Alexa vs Siri and MacBook Pros
19 mei 2020 · 58 min
Welcome back my friends, to the show that never ends, we're so glad you could attend, come inside, come inside! Lees meer
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
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325: Turbo Scrubs and the Tech Talk Swap Shop
12 mei 2020 · 58 min
Hello, Tech Talk fans! Episode 325 is ready for your ears! Lees meer
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.
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324: iPhone SE initial thoughts, Echo Show 8, and COVID-19 tracing
5 mei 2020 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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).
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323: Headspace, Be My Eyes and Fraggle Rock
28 april 2020 · 58 min
Tech Talk is here to blow your isolation blues away! Lees meer
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!
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322: iPhone SE 2nd gen, BBC vs TuneIn, and Echo Skills
21 april 2020 · 58 min
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... Lees meer
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!
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321: Harry Potter, Bose Frames & Talking Ovens
14 april 2020 · 58 min
Hello to you all! Lees meer
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
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320: Extra Echo tips, New iPhone, and Audible
7 april 2020 · 58 min
Greetings! Lees meer
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
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319: Echo Calls, Canute Braille e-reader, and Support from Vital Tech
31 maart 2020 · 58 min
Welcome to Tuesday, and welcome to Tech Talk! Steven, Robin and Andy join you from their own homes again this week. Lees meer
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!
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Tech Talk: Working From Home Special
25 maart 2020 · 41 min
Oh, hello! Didn't expect us today, did you? Well, surprise! Lees meer
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.
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318: Working from Home, Accessible Statistics Trackers, and Emails
24 maart 2020 · 58 min
Time for Tech Talk! Lees meer
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.
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317: Best of CSUN, LinkedIn, and emails
17 maart 2020 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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.
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316: Code Jumper, CSUN, and Solid State Drives
10 maart 2020 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
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.
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315: RNIB Reading Services, Spotify, and Talking Calculators
3 maart 2020 · 58 min
On this week's Tech Talk... Lees meer
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!
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314: Online Safety, Flippy Phones and AD on the Fire TV Stick
25 februari 2020 · 58 min
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! Lees meer
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313: Books, Drones and Emails
18 februari 2020 · 58 min
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! Lees meer
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.
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312: Blindshell, Anniversary of Facebook, and Audio Description
11 februari 2020 · 58 min
Tech Talk Time! Lees meer
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.
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311: Catching Up On Correspondence
4 februari 2020 · 58 min
Emails, we get emails, we get your emails every day! Lees meer
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.
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310: JAWS 2020, Ask Tech Talk, and Missing Audio Description
28 januari 2020 · 58 min
It's Tuesday, which means it's time for Tech Talk! Lees meer
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
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309: CES Roundup, Accessible Coffee, and #AskTechTalk
21 januari 2020 · 58 min
Robin and Steven are back for another Tech Talk! On this week: Lees meer
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
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308: Tech Talk Special: 2020 Predictions
14 januari 2020 · 58 min
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! Lees meer
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
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307: Tech Talk Special: A 2010's Retrospective
7 januari 2020 · 58 min
Happy New Year Tech Talk fans! Lees meer
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
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306: AI Apps, medication, and emails
17 december 2019 · 58 min
Hello to you, Tech Talk listener! Lees meer
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
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305: Emails, Smart Glasses and Echos
10 december 2019 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk
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304: More from TechShare Pro 2019
3 december 2019 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk
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303: TechShare Pro 2019: A Review
26 november 2019 · 58 min
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. Lees meer
Want to share your opinion about a new piece of tech you've bought recently? Our email is techtalk@rnib.org.uk
#RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk
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302: Ember mug, Pitch Black, and a catch-up with news and emails
19 november 2019 · 58 min
It's a brand new Tech Talk, with a healthy Steven! Well, kind of... Lees meer
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
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A quick message...
12 november 2019 · 1 min
Hello Tech Talk fans; Producer Andy here, Lees meer
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!
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301: AirPods Pro, Emails, and the Future of Braille
5 november 2019 · 58 min
Time to Talk Tech... it's Tech Talk! Lees meer
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
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300: Listener Emails, Favourite Gadgets, and Accessible Travel
29 oktober 2019 · 58 min
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 Lees meer
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A Tech Talk Special: An Introduction to Mac
25 oktober 2019 · 24 min
In this extra episode of Tech Talk, Robin Christopherson gives you an introduction to buying, operating, and chiefly getting used to Macs. Lees meer
Back to our regular schedule this coming Tuesday; same tech talk time, same tech talk channel!
#TechTalk #RNIBRadio