Blind Youtuber James Rath
If you have ever thought about making movies but think your visual impairment might hold you back - meet James Rath. He has a Youtube channel and is making movies. He also had the chance recently to interview Apple CEO Tim Cook. Steven and Shaun spoke to James to find out more about him and 'that' interview. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
21m Jun 27, 2017
21m
A Personal Assistant In Your Glasses
Imagine being able to read that label on a jacket, or find a store you are looking for? For blind and partially sighted people, these are daily challenges. Aira aims to change that and use its new product to help people interact in the world more independently? Amy Bernal from Aira speaks to Steven Scott. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
13m Jun 27, 2017
13m
Episode #185: Blind YouTuber, Aira glasses, Emails
On this week's show, Steven and Shaun are joined by James Rath - the blind Youtuber who recently interviewed Apple CEO Tim Cook. Also there's an interview with Amy Bernal from Aira to talk about the new glasses that act as a personal assistant. And there's more of your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
58m Jun 27, 2017
58m
Episode #184: Amaxon audio description review, YouView adds Alexa support, Waistband mobility aids
On this week's show the team discuss the new Amazon Prime Video audio description offering with blind tech geek and host of podcast Life After Blindness, Tim Schwartz. There's also a look at the weeks Tech Talk news including YouView's upcoming update to allow Alexa to control the set top box, and there's news of a new waistband with sensors built in that could one day replace your white cane! ...
58m Jun 20, 2017
58m
Amazon and Audio Description: A User's View
The host of the popular podcast Life After Blindness, Tim Schwartz, stopped by the studio this week to talk to Steven and Shaun about the new audio description options now available within certain Amazon Original productions and movies. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
20m Jun 20, 2017
20m
Amazon and Audio Description: A Listener View
Listener Paul Porter has been in touch to share his thoughts on the news that Amazon will be rolling out audio description across it's original programming and movies over the coming months. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
2m Jun 20, 2017
2m
Driverless Bus/Train Takes To Streets In China
Is it a train? Is it a bus? Well, it's actually both! Alex Symington reports on this new form of hybrid driverless transport being trialled in China, which could come to the UK in years to come. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
3m Jun 20, 2017
3m
App Review: Tap Tap See
Our listener Tony Costas Sneddon sent in a review of his favourite app - Tap Tap See. Find out how the app can help you find out what's around you when out shopping or at home. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
6m Jun 13, 2017
6m
Binaural Headphones from Hooke Audio
Our co-host Julie Rodaway has just bought herself a new pair of headphones from Hooke Audio. They record in binaural stereo which creates an amazing 3D effect when listening. Put a pair of earphones or headphones in and listen to Julie's report. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
5m Jun 13, 2017
5m
Could Digital Voting Be Easier For Blind People?
Voting has been a fairly standard procedure in the UK for many years but for blind and partially sighted people it can be difficult. Even with additional aids to help you place your vote, many visually impaired people find it awkward to vote independently and in secret. But could digital voting change all of that? Alex Symington sent us a special report. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
3m Jun 13, 2017
3m
Amazon Announces Support For Audio Description
The US retailer Amazon has announced that they are adding support for audio description on their Amazon Prime online streaming content in the next few months. Shows such as Bosch and The Man In The High Castle will have audio description added, as well as movies including Batman V Superman and Paranormal Activity. Steven, Shaun and Julie discuss the announcement. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
3m Jun 13, 2017
3m
Episode #183: Amazon announces audio description support, Binaural headphones, Tap Tap See
This week the tech trio talk about the news from Amazon that they are now supporting audio description, plus Julie reviews a new pair of headphones she's just bought that record in binaural sound, and listener Tony sends us a review of his favourite app - Tap Tap See. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
58m Jun 13, 2017
58m
Episode #182: Unapologetically Apple!
This week the tech team go international to talk about Apple's WWDC conference. Steven, Shaun and Julie are joined by the man known only as Kayaker and Hugo to talk about the latest software, hardware and news from the popular annual event. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
57m Jun 06, 2017
57m
Using Braille and iOS
If you'd rather use braille to access your smart device, there are several ways to do this. Julie Rodaway looks at some of the options out there, including a braille keyboard that is already built into your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
8m May 30, 2017
8m
Synapptic Software: The Debate
Following a range of views being expressed on the Android software Synapptic, which allows you to use your smartphone in a more simple way, we brought two of those opposing viewpoints together. David and Kelly spoke to the team to discuss the merits of such specialist software. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
17m May 23, 2017
17m
Apple Watch (Series 2) Review
Listener Corie Brown from London got in touch to tell us why she enjoys using her new Apple Watch. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
6m May 23, 2017
6m
RNIB Overdrive on the iPhone
Do you struggle to use the RNIB OVerdrive app on the iPhone? If so, Shaun might be able to help. He walks you through how to set up and use the app to listen to books. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
8m May 23, 2017
8m
Julie's Microphones Review For PC And Smart Devices
If you want to record professionally, you need a good microphone. Julie reviews three such devices that can hook up to your PC or smart device. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
6m May 16, 2017
6m
HSBC Rolls Out Talking Cash Machines
HSBC is the latest bank to roll out talking cash machines across it's network of ATMs across the UK. Steven Scott spoke to Mike Finnegan, Head of Customer Experience at HSBC to find out more. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
10m May 09, 2017
10m
Review: Aftershokz Trekz Titanium
Listener Fraser Fleming sent in this thoughts on the new Aftershokz Trekz Titanium bluetooth headphones that use bone conduction meaning that the sound travels through your cheek bones rather than your ears. They aim to make it safer to listen to your music or screenreader and still be fully aware of what is going on around you. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
3m May 09, 2017
3m
How To: Using Voiceover on the Mac (Part 2)
Shaun has talked about some of the main features within PC screenreaders, but what about the built in version on a Mac? In part 2, Shaun continues to tell us how to use Voiceover. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
9m May 09, 2017
9m
How To: Using Voiceover on the Mac (Part 1)
Shaun has talked about some of the main features within PC screenreaders, but what about the built in version on a Mac? Shaun tells us how to use Voiceover. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
7m May 02, 2017
7m
Back To Basics: Using a Phone As a Phone
Smartphones have so many fantastic features but what if you just want to make a phone call with it? Julie goes Back To Basics this week once again. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
4m May 02, 2017
4m
Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #005: Keeping Safe Online
Steven and Shaun are joined by Kayaker, who joins the conversation on keeping safe online with useful hints and tips to stay secure on the internet while using your Mac, PC or smart device. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut
31m Apr 25, 2017
31m
Getting Assistance On The Move
Steven speaks to Don Hyams from Assist Me, a new app that helps those of us with disabilities to book assistance for travel. It's currently a pilot scheme but has big ambitions. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
10m Apr 25, 2017
10m
Recording With Yuor Smartphone
Julie finds out about the best ways to use the smartphone to record your thoughts and ideas. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
4m Apr 25, 2017
4m
How To: Using Apple TV
Shaun describes the ways you can use the accessibility features on a new Apple TV (4th Generation). #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
7m Apr 25, 2017
7m
Review: Amazon Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote
Did you know that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick has Alexa built in, meaning you can ask your TV to play your favourite music or TV shows? But there's more, the whole device is fully accessible thanks to it's new VoiceView software. Find out more in Steven's review. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
14m Apr 18, 2017
14m
How To: Using Gestures On Your iOS Device
Shaun finds out about the various gestures you can use to navigate around your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
7m Apr 18, 2017
7m
Back To Basics: Reading Using Your iPhone
If you want to enjoy a book on the move or at home, did you know your smartphone has all you need to enjoy e-text in audio? Julie Rodaway goes Back to Basics again in this new series on #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect
6m Apr 18, 2017
6m
Back To Basics: The Cloud
In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple functions on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how the Cloud works. #RNIBConnect
5m Apr 11, 2017
5m
How To: Using NVDA
There is a free screenreader for your PC and it is called NVDA from NVAccess. Shaun finds out how easy it is to set up and gives you some all important commands to get you started. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
14m Apr 11, 2017
14m
Beats X Wireless Earphones Review
Steven spent more money this week - shocking! This time he bought a new pair of Beats X Wireless earphones and he tried them out for #TechTalk this week. #RNIBConnect
6m Apr 11, 2017
6m
Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #004: March Madness
Steven and Shaun are joined by Zello regular Eric from the US of A to talk about the new Apple product launch and also the new products from Samsung. #TechTalkGeekOut #RNIBConnect
55m Apr 06, 2017
55m
Smart... Toilets?
Steven was tasked with the report on smart toilets this week, but he wasn't too happy about it! Listen to find out how smart toilets could leave you feeling flush! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
4m Apr 04, 2017
4m
Back To Basics: Getting your email on an iPhone
In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple function on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how to send an email using your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
5m Apr 04, 2017
5m
KNFB Reader On Windows Review
The popular experience of KNFB Reader on app is now available for Windows 10. Shaun reviews the new software. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
12m Apr 04, 2017
12m
Amazon Kindle Fire HD Review
If you're looking for a cheap and accessible tablet that you can browse online, watch movies and TV and listen to books and podcasts, you might want to try out the Kindle Fire HD from Amazon. Steven has just bought one and thought he'd put it through its paces for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect
9m Apr 04, 2017
9m
Getting Audio Description On BBC iPlayer Using Braillenote Touch
One of our listeners has been in touch to ask if it is possible to get audio description on the BBC iPlayer using the Braillenote Touch. The good news is a new update from Humanware has made this possible, and Julie Rodaway told us all about it. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
2m Apr 04, 2017
2m
App Review: Downcast
Want to listen podcasts easily using your Apple or Android smartphone? Why not try out the Downcast app? Julie Rodaway reviews for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect
4m Mar 28, 2017
4m
Notetaking with the iPhone
Julie Rodaway finds out about the various options that could help you use your iPhone to the fullest. Julie reviews a bluetooth keyboard and a bluetooth braille display paired to the iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
9m Mar 28, 2017
9m
RNIB In Your Pocket: An Independent Review
Our long time listener and now co-host of Tech Talk, Julie Rodaway, took some time out of her busy schedule to put together an independent review of the new RNIB In Your Pocket. Julie purchased the device herself and in no way represents RNIB's views of this product. All her views are her own. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
18m Mar 21, 2017
18m
The Bristol Braille Canute
If you love reading braille and want to condense all of your large volumes of braille into one simple reading device, the Canute from Bristol Braille might be for you. Ed Rogers from the company spoke to Steven and Julie this week to tell us more about the new device coming later this year. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
10m Mar 21, 2017
10m
Reading Kindle Books On Your PC
Shaun finds out about the improvements in accessibility allowing Kindle users to read their books via the PC. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
9m Mar 21, 2017
9m
Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 2)
The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device in part 2. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
14m Mar 14, 2017
14m
Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#003: The Spy In Your House
In the third episode of GeekOut, we follow the story that our smart devices may be listening to our every word, whether we want it to or not. But could these devices be used against us? Find out about the ongoing murder case in Arkansas where Amazon's Echo may soon be taking to the stand. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut
9m Mar 08, 2017
9m
RNIB In Your Pocket
Ever wanted to relax with a good book or catch up on the day's news from the papers? RNIB In Your Pocket lets you do just that, and more. It's a new device from RNIB that gives you easy access to over 25,000 books, newspapers and magazines from the UK sight loss charity. Listen to Steven Scott's special report for #TechTalk #RNIBConnect
13m Mar 07, 2017
13m
Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 1)
The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device. Part 2 is coming soon. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
15m Mar 07, 2017
15m
How To: Setting Up An Amazon Echo (With No Vision)
If you're thinking of buying an Amazon Echo device but think you won't be able to set it up as you have no sight, then worry no more! Shaun has spent some time setting up a brand new Dot from scratch just to show you how it's done. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
11m Mar 07, 2017
11m
Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#002: KNFB Reader Exclusive
If you are a fan of the KNFB Reader app for iPhone and Android, you may be very interested to know that the app is coming to Windows PCs. Find out more with Joel Zimba speaking exclusively to RNIB on this GeekOut special. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut
19m Mar 01, 2017
19m