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Talking Technology with V I Labs

This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers support

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60:38

Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 84 - Apple...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/05/20

On this episode of Talking Technology, we are joined by Stuart Lawler who tells us all about the Paige Braille. We discuss the latest accessibility features announced by Apple including accessibility reader and braille access, and in tech news we explore a new solution for training Deaf dogs. No, that’s not a typo. We pay a visit to a school in Gorey to chat Braille with some SNAs, and is smart speaker gaming dead? Send us a WhatsApp voice note with your thoughts now. The nu...

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64:44

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 83 - Jaws to...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/05/06

On today’s episode of Talking Technology with V I Labs, we are joined by Matt Ater, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Vespero. Matt tells us about the latest in the world of Jaws, including updates to Jaws for Windows and how Jaws is installed on McDonald’s self-service kiosks in America. We also hear that Jaws will be moving into a subscription model for purchases around the world in the next 60 to 90 days. Is this a good thing? Long-term Nest thermostat users are g...

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59:08

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 82 – Fire TV...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/04/22

In this episode of Talking Technology, Joe shows us accessible streaming devices, including the Apple TV 4K and Amazon Fire Stick. How do these devices work for blind and low vision users? In tech news, we hear about exciting innovations from Samsung, as well as a new medical device aiming to help with dry eyes. After an RTÉ news report about an AI-powered talking tree, David and Joe ask if talking trees could actually benefit blind people. And with Blindshell launching updates for their ...

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58:03

Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 81 - let’s...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/04/08

On this episode of Talking Technology, we try the Hark AI reading machine from Humanware. Is it worth its hefty price tag? The Nintendo Switch 2 is getting a screen reader, and what if your AirPods could see? All that and more in tech news. Daniel tells us about exciting updates for Android devices, and would you use Roy Keene as your screen reader voice? To provide feedback on the Consumer Protection Commission consultation discussed, check out the link below. https://www.ccpc....

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54:38

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 80 -...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/03/25

On this episode of Talking Technology, we catch up with Karthik Kannan CTO at Envision to learn all about the new ally app. We discuss pricing, future plans, and the role of Envision Glasses in the Meta Ray-Ban world. We hear your thoughts on AirTag and air fryers, and in tech news we explore a new collaboration aiming to make games more accessible. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note. The number you need is 086 199 0011. Internationally you can use +353 86 199 0011.&nb...

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54:45

Talking Technology With V I Labs episode 79 - CSUN,...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/03/11

This week on Talking Technology, we take a trip to Anaheim in California, as our very own Denis Nolan gives us a preview of CSUN 2025. Lucy Ashton joins us from Seable to discuss accessible holidays for the blind, and she tells us how technology is changing what people want from their holiday experience. We’ve got updates on new apps from Envision, and do jaws users really want The New Insert J Club? Contact the Show with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is 086 199 0...

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68:59

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 78 - new...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/02/25

This week on Talking Technology, we meet Elaine Power who joins the V I Labs team in the south east of the country. We discuss the new iPhone 16 E as well as the death of the iPhone SE line, and we ask what we can expect from tomorrow’s announcement of the next generation Alexa. Send us a voice note with your thoughts now. The number you need is 086 199 0011. International listeners can use +353 86 199 0011. Support the show

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68:44

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 77: Ian...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/02/11

On this episode of Talking Technology , we chat with Ian McKinley about the new audio descriptive commentary being provided for Irish viewers of the Six Nations. He also discusses his own career and how visual impairment has changed the way he plays the game. We have loads of your comments and questions on everything from blood pressure monitors to video doorbells, and we discuss a bid from Elon Musk to take control of OpenAI. Send us a WhatsApp voice note with your thoughts now! The numb...

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64:31

Talking Technology with V I labs episode 76 - gyms,...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/01/28

This week on Talking Technology we’re chatting all things accessible health and fitness.We explore some of the really cool supports available for blind and partially sighted customers at Slimming World, and we catch up with our colleagues at vision sports to discuss the accessibility of the gym.We have tons of your voice notes to get through, and in tech news we ask the question, could you be a movie star?We also discussed braille , AI, and new resources from Ahead, so there really is somethi...

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69:17

Talking Technology With V I Labs Episode 75 - don’t...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2025/01/14

This week on Talking Technology we caught up with Andrew Flatres from HumanWare to discuss the monarch, a new device capable of displaying braille and tactile graphics. Andrew tells us about the really cool new capability’s of the device, and why they threw one down a metal staircase in Canada. Did we mention they cost £14,000?In tech news we discuss the impact of cuts to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at some of the world’s biggest companies, and we look to the future at s...

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44:07

Talking Technology With V I Labs Episode 74 - what...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/12/31

Technology is always moving forward. In this Episode David, Joe, Mairead and Daniel look back at the biggest stories of 2024, and bravely look forward into the great unknown that is 2025. Support the show

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52:33

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 73 -...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/12/17

Are David and Joe on the naughty or nice list? We speak to Santa in a desperate bid to find out. We also discuss the AppleVis golden apple awards for 2024, and some of the movies and TV shows with audio description for the Christmas period.Support the show

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63:33

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 72 -...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/12/03

We catch up with filip and Lukáš from Blindshell to learn all about the newly released Blindshell Classic 3.The team discuss why they changed direction on support for third-party apps, as well as their future plans for Classic 2 and 3. In tech news we hear of an exciting win for young developer Maura Moore-McCune, and Huawei are rolling out a whole new screen reader. finally, we take a look at some of the Quick Picks that might be filling Santa’s sleigh this Christmas.Send us a What...

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77:11

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 71 - Seeing...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/11/19

On this weeks show we dive straight into your voice notes and explore the new Seeing AI feature for describing video.The Blindshell classic three makes an appearance in tech news and we say goodbye to the Apple headphone adapter.Support the show

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74:39

Talking Technology With V I Labs Episode 70 - Live...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/11/05

This week we’re spead dating at Sight Village in London. How many stands can David talk to, and what familiar faces will he meet along the way?Jaws 2025 has been released, and Joe returns to correct the record and tell David off. Send a voice note on WhatsApp now to 086 199 0011. Support the show

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76:10

Talking Technology With V I Labs episode 69 -...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/10/22

On this week’s Talking Technology Mairead shows off the new features in braille screen input for iOS.Brian gives us a demo of the HumanWare Braille Note Touch, and Daniel is not a bitcoin millionaire.join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note to 086 199 0011, or email content@vi.ieSupport the show

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89:30

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 68 - Voice...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/10/08

It’s a packed Show today as David and Joe listen to some of the voice notes sent in to the Show recently. Topics include everything from Elon Musk‘s Blindsight device to the accessibility of the new digital census. We speak to Ed Harper about some of the tech helping him run his Goat Farm without sight, and he tells us about a really cool solution called no fence.Technology news features robotic taxis and accessibility issues at The Irish Times, and we take a look at what’s coming in the...

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90:56

Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 67 - IOS 18,...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/09/24

In the latest episode of Talking Technology the team discuss all the latest updates from Apple‘s new iOS 18 release and ask the question why aren’t we getting Apple Intelligence in Ireland for ages.Cobalt join us to talk about some of the appliances in Their range, and share their views on smart tech as the company turns 40. David and Joe listen to your voice notes learning all about the Pan Pickle in the process, and with Daniel’s assistant failing to save the day, he attempts the ultim...

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82:00

Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 66 - new...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/09/10

In this weeks Talking Technology we’ve assembled a super panel of accessibility experts to chat about Apples GlowTime event. From new iPhones and Apple watches to AirPods becoming hearing aids, we discuss it all and share if we will be upgrading.In Tech News we chat about winning free Jaws licences, and with €13.1 billion hanging around following the Apple tax ruling, Daniel feels Talking Technology could afford a new podcast host.Share your thoughts with a WhatsApp voice note now. +353 86 19...

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80:49

Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 65 - ovens,...

Talking Technology with V I Labs ·

2024/09/03

From adjusting the fridge temperature using a smart phone app to controlling your oven with Alexa, in this podcast we explore the power of a kitchen built to be smart and accessible.Things aren’t all sunshine and roses however as we explore the safety concerns with smart hobs and Quooker taps. We’ve got the new Virgin Media Play app And allegedly fake accessibility advocates in tech news, and we discuss the reaction to last weeks announcement from AppleVis. Send us your thoughts wit...

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