421: Tech Talk 421: Netflix Audio Description, Sonos Roam, Audio Games Campaign
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. You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , ...
58m Aug 11, 2022
58m
420: Tech Talk 420: Push Button Smart Phones, Sony Linkbuds And Accessible Gaming
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. You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speaker. You'll hear new episod...
56m Aug 04, 2022
56m
419: Tech Talk 419: Accessible University Applications, Cobolt Systems, How Does Technology Make You Feel?
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. You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speak...
56m Jul 28, 2022
56m
418: Tech Talk 418: Envision Interview, Making PDF's More Accessible and Your Thoughts On Visiting Exhibitions
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , ...
55m Jul 21, 2022
55m
417: Tech Talk 417: Blind Singer Sandra Gayer, Video Banking, 'In Your Pocket' From RealSAM
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk...
56m Jul 14, 2022
56m
416: Tech Talk 416: Optelec, Accessible Washing Machines And Your Experiences
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.   You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speaker.    You'll hear new...
53m Jul 08, 2022
53m
415: Tech Talk 415: Sight Village Special, Sight And Sound, Humanware, Dolphin
This week is all about the Sight Village Exhibition. We hear from exhibitors and find out what it's like to attend in person. You can listen to the show live in the UK every Tuesday at 1pm on Freeview Channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speaker.  You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Talk Podcast every Friday so make sure ...
58m Jun 30, 2022
58m
414: Tech Talk 414: The DAISY Consortium, Sharkie Demo, Can You See Me App
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speake...
55m Jun 23, 2022
55m
413: Tech Talk 413: Travel Special, Moovit, My Eyes App
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speaker.  You'll he...
58m Jun 16, 2022
58m
412: Tech Talk 412: David Woodbridge, The Rivo Keyboard And The Ring Video Doorbell
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) , or on your smart speaker.  You'll hear new episodes of the Tech Ta...
57m Jun 09, 2022
57m
411: Tech Talk 411: 'Sleep When I Sleep', Accessible Energy Reader, Colin Shales Interview
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 (http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk/) ...
59m Jun 02, 2022
59m
410: Tech Talk 410: What 3 Words CEO, Smart Energy Choices And The JAWS Sound Splitter Feature
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 (http://www.rn...
57m May 26, 2022
57m
409: Tech Talk 409: Accessible Fitness Options, Inside 'Access IT' Magazine And The Liquid Level Indicator
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 (http://www.rnibconne...
57m May 19, 2022
57m
408: Tech Talk 408: Accessible Television Services, Talking Books and the Amazon Echo 'Show And Tell'
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...
56m May 12, 2022
56m
407: Tech Talk 407: Amazon Echo Setup, RNIB Technology for Life, Jenny Axler Interview
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...
58m May 05, 2022
58m
406: Meet the New Team
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 http://www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk , or on your...
9m Apr 30, 2022
9m
406: Tech Talk is Back!
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 http://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 pod...
19s Apr 28, 2022
19s
406: The Last Episode!
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 v...
58m Nov 30, 2021
58m
405: New MacBook Pro, Rode Wireless Microphone, Learning Screenreaders
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...
58m Nov 23, 2021
58m
404: Hable One, AirPods 3 and New iPhones
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 ...
58m Nov 16, 2021
58m
403: A Special Announcement, Digital Literacy and Making Android More Accessible
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 li...
58m Nov 09, 2021
58m
402: Tech from the past, Ferrite app, Specialist apps for blind people
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 tea...
58m Nov 02, 2021
58m
401: Audio Description, Amazon App and Keyboard Modifiers
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...
58m Oct 26, 2021
58m
400: Apple's MacBook Event Special
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 in...
58m Oct 19, 2021
58m
399: Windows 11, Voxmate app and Technology Elitism?
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. Alth...
58m Oct 12, 2021
58m
398: Amazon's Event, Smart Washing Machines and The Wrong Coffee Maker
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 wh...
58m Oct 05, 2021
58m
397: Microsoft Event, New iPads and iPhones and an Amazon Robot?
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...
58m Sep 28, 2021
58m
396: Apple Event, Facebook Glasses and a new rock band?
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...
58m Sep 21, 2021
58m
395: Apple Event Preview, Jaws Nuggets and Accessible Tea
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 co...
58m Sep 14, 2021
58m
394: Microsoft and Apple Events, Apps for Social Media and Identifying Chocolate By Touch
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 sc...
58m Sep 07, 2021
58m
393: We've Got More Emails!
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 ...
58m Aug 31, 2021
58m
392: Emails, We Get Emails, We Get Your Emails Everyday!
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 tec...
58m Aug 24, 2021
58m
391: Screen time usage in Lockdown, Oak meditation app, and emails
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 Ofco...
58m Aug 17, 2021
58m
390: WeWalk, Apple & Privacy, and Euro Truck Simulator 2
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 a...
58m Aug 10, 2021
58m
389: Introducing the new RNIB Talking Books Alexa skill
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...
58m Aug 03, 2021
58m
388: Sight Tech Global, Smart Televisions, and Hadley Vision Resources
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...
58m Jul 27, 2021
58m
387: Windows 365, Ditching Facebook, and Returning to Safe Offices
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 Clo...
58m Jul 20, 2021
58m
386: Echo Show 10 Review, Radio on VLC, and Plenty of Emails
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 w...
58m Jul 13, 2021
58m
385: Clubhouse, Coffee, and Clearing the Email Inbox
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 Outl...
58m Jul 06, 2021
58m
384: Windows 11, Wearable Tech, and Learning Braille Remotely
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 T...
58m Jun 29, 2021
58m
383: Tech Talk: Accessible Gaming Special
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 (https://www.rnib.org.uk/donations-and-fundraising/do-your-own-fundraising/gaming-rnib) . Also joining u...
58m Jun 22, 2021
58m
382: Sky Q, Diabetes monitoring, and Voice Recording apps
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 accessibil...
58m Jun 15, 2021
58m
381: #WWDC21 Breakdown
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 App...
58m Jun 08, 2021
58m
380: SuperNova, What Three Words and Emails
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...
57m May 11, 2021
57m
379: Back Into Our Email Inbox
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 m...
57m May 04, 2021
57m
378: A Bank Holiday Email Special
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 joine...
58m May 04, 2021
58m
377: Apple's Spring Loaded Event, Braille Displays, and Amazon Echo
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 ab...
58m Apr 27, 2021
58m
376: Blind Android Users, Covid Test help from Be My Eyes, and the RNIB Digital Radio
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 http://www.blindandroidusers.com, for an in-depth talk about Android and accessibility, availability, popularity, as well as the updates to TalkBack, Android...
58m Apr 20, 2021
58m
375: New RNIB product catalogue, Echo Show 10, and accessible gaming
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! Th...
58m Apr 13, 2021
58m
374: Google Lookout, Smart Crosswords, and a handful of emails
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, ...
58m Apr 06, 2021
58m