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PODCAST

Blind Guy Talks Tech

Blind Guy Talks Tech

Technology is for everyone and Blind Guy Steven Scott is here to tell you how in this daily podcast featuring news, product reviews and opinion on the latest tech out there.

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00:22:33

Can You See Me App

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/20

For many blind people, the challenge of using a webcam in a meeting means knowing whether or not you are actually in frame, and in a professional setting it is quite important we look our best and don't offer our colleagues a view of up our nose! iPhone users who use the VoiceOver screenreader get extra information via the Camera app that gives audio feedback to let the user know where they are in frame, however most of us use a PC usually to conduct our meetings and we don't get similar feedback

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01:42:00

Weekend Edition: Mac OS Beta Woes, Sighted Zombies &...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/18

And we're back for another big bumper edition for the weekend! Today Blind Guy Steven Scott is joined by Robin Christopherson, Sally Clay and Tim Schwartz to discuss the burning topics in their lives. There's talk about the downsides of installing betas of brand new operating systems, the challenges and joys of using tech to move around independently, more debate on the white cane versus a dog and why language really matters. Join in the conversation by emailing

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01:42:00

Weekend Edition: Mac OS Beta Woes, Sighted Zombies &...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/18

And we're back for another big bumper edition for the weekend! Today Blind Guy Steven Scott is joined by Robin Christopherson, Sally Clay and Tim Schwartz to discuss the burning topics in their lives. There's talk about the downsides of installing betas of brand new operating systems, the challenges and joys of using tech to move around independently, more debate on the white cane versus a dog and why language really matters. Join in the conversation by emailing hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call

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00:46:45

Matt Ater from Vispero talks AD, New JAWS features...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/17

There’s so much hilarity and nonsense on today’s episode you would think that it was the Weekend Edition! Today Blind Guys Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson and Shaun Preece are joined by Matt Ater from Vispero to challenge the guys on their views of musicals, audio description and more! There’s also a much more serious and welcome chat about a new feature coming to JAWS in the coming days that will help settle down the number of notifications and verbosity in Edge and

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00:46:45

Matt Ater from Vispero talks AD, New JAWS features...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/17

There’s so much hilarity and nonsense on today’s episode you would think that it was the Weekend Edition! Today Blind Guys Steven Scott, Robin Christopherson and Shaun Preece are joined by Matt Ater from Vispero to challenge the guys on their views of musicals, audio description and more! There’s also a much more serious and welcome chat about a new feature coming to JAWS in the coming days that will help settle down the number of notifications and verbosity in Edge and Windows alike. There’s

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00:13:15

Samsung Washing Machine Update

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/16

You might remember in an earlier episode we discussed the Samsung washing machine that has been proving popular in the blind community. There is a newer version of the washing machine by Samsung that has just been bought by listener Kawal, and today on the episode she shares her early thoughts. Keep your demos coming - email them to hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354.

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00:13:15

Samsung Washing Machine Update

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/16

You might remember in an earlier episode we discussed the Samsung washing machine that has been proving popular in the blind community. There is a newer version of the washing machine by Samsung that has just been bought by listener Kawal, and today on the episode she shares her early thoughts. Keep your demos coming - email them to hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354.

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00:22:14

Amazon's Fire Tablet 8 Unboxing

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/15

We often talk about smartphones on our podcast but not often about tablets. Today that all changes with a demo sent in to us by listener Chris who wanted to share her experience of unboxing an Amazon Fire Tablet 8-inch version. In the demo you will learn about the setup process using the built-in screen reader on the device called VoiceView. If you'd like to send in a demo, please do get in touch and email us hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a voicemail.

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00:22:14

Amazon's Fire Tablet 8 Unboxing

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/15

We often talk about smartphones on our podcast but not often about tablets. Today that all changes with a demo sent in to us by listener Chris who wanted to share her experience of unboxing an Amazon Fire Tablet 8-inch version. In the demo you will learn about the setup process using the built-in screen reader on the device called VoiceView. If you'd like to send in a demo, please do get in touch and email us hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a

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00:57:17

Emails, We've Got More Emails...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/14

Today Blind Guy Steven Scott and that Other Blind Guy Shaun Preece delve into the inbox again which is full of emails from you lovely people! We get lots of comments about our recent trip to Canada, questions about the kit we use on the move, thoughts on keyboards and more comments on the topic of blindness itself that we often go back into. Keep your emails coming by sending them to hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a voicemail.

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00:57:17

Emails, We've Got More Emails...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/14

Today Blind Guy Steven Scott and that Other Blind Guy Shaun Preece delve into the inbox again which is full of emails from you lovely people! We get lots of comments about our recent trip to Canada, questions about the kit we use on the move, thoughts on keyboards and more comments on the topic of blindness itself that we often go back into. Keep your emails coming by sending them to hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a voicemail.

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01:06:17

Emails, Tweets & More

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/13

The big show returns for Monday with three Blind Guys! Steven, Robin and Shaun are on board for a dive into the inbox as we catch up on your correspondence over the past couple of weeks. There's discussion on the state of the Mac and Voiceover, whether singer Lizzo was right to use the word 'spaz' in her new single, and what is the right way to use alt-text on Twitter or other social media? Keep your comments coming - we are delving into the mail bag each day now so do get in

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01:06:17

Emails, Tweets & More

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/13

The big show returns for Monday with three Blind Guys! Steven, Robin and Shaun are on board for a dive into the inbox as we catch up on your correspondence over the past couple of weeks. There's discussion on the state of the Mac and Voiceover, whether singer Lizzo was right to use the word 'spaz' in her new single, and what is the right way to use alt-text on Twitter or other social media? Keep your comments coming - we are delving into the mail bag each day now so do get in touch and share your

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01:06:50

Weekend Edition: Reflections on Apple's WorldWide...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/11

It's another bumper edition of our Saturday show - now only one episode at the weekend! Blind Guys Steven Scot, Shaun Preece and Robin Christopherson get together to mull over the finer details from this year's Apple WWDC event. There's lots of discussion on the new features coming to Mac, iOS and iPad in the coming months and lots of excitement (from Steven mainly) about the inclusion of the new voice on Apple products for Voiceover users - well, not new really - Eloquence. What did you think of

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01:06:50

Weekend Edition: Reflections on Apple's WorldWide...

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/11

It's another bumper edition of our Saturday show - now only one episode at the weekend! Blind Guys Steven Scot, Shaun Preece and Robin Christopherson get together to mull over the finer details from this year's Apple WWDC event. There's lots of discussion on the new features coming to Mac, iOS and iPad in the coming months and lots of excitement (from Steven mainly) about the inclusion of the new voice on Apple products for Voiceover users - well, not new really -

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00:48:22

Logitech Keyboards & Amadeus Pro for Mac

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/10

The Blind Guy is back with another keyboard to wax lyrical about - this time around it is the Logitech MX Mechanical - a new mechanical keyboard built for coders and developers rather than gamers. So no fancy or annoying RGB lights or weird layouts to contend with - just a great typing experience. But is it as good as Steven’s previous favourite keyboard - the MX Keys for Mac? Shaun Preece has his doubts. Also, listener Alan Macdonald from Scotland sends in his review and demo of the music and

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00:48:22

Logitech Keyboards & Amadeus Pro for Mac

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/10

The Blind Guy is back with another keyboard to wax lyrical about - this time around it is the Logitech MX Mechanical - a new mechanical keyboard built for coders and developers rather than gamers. So no fancy or annoying RGB lights or weird layouts to contend with - just a great typing experience. But is it as good as Steven’s previous favourite keyboard - the MX Keys for Mac? Shaun Preece has his doubts. Also, listener Alan Macdonald from Scotland sends in his review and demo

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00:39:50

Color Star Identifier

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/09

The Blind Guys are back and they are talking more about their trip to Canada, losing bags and having to replace expensive items in the bag! Plus we hear from Jenine Stanley who got in touch to share her review of the Color Star Identifier device available from APH in the US. As always, get in touch with your thoughts on the show and the topics discussed. Email hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a short voicemail.

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00:39:50

Color Star Identifier

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/09

The Blind Guys are back and they are talking more about their trip to Canada, losing bags and having to replace expensive items in the bag! Plus we hear from Jenine Stanley who got in touch to share her review of the Color Star Identifier device available from APH in the US. As always, get in touch with your thoughts on the show and the topics discussed. Email hello@blindguytalkstech.com or call 0204 571 3354 and leave us a short voicemail.

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01:02:41

Celebrating Tech Volunteers at AbilityNet & RNIB

Blind Guy Talks Tech ·

2022/06/08

Today we celebrate the hard work done by volunteers across the country giving their time to organisations such as AbilityNet and RNIB. Blind Guy Steven Scott hosts a special roundtable talking to the people on the front line who visit blind and partially sighted people in their homes, as well as provide support remotely and even at tech hubs across the country. Listen to stories from Gordon, Shauna, Steve and co-ordinators such as Pat and Christine as they talk about their roles and experiences,

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