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RNIB Tech Talk

RNIB Connect Radio

Tech Talk is a podcast and radio show for blind and partially sighted people who are interested in accessible technology. Find out about the latest products from specialist equipment to off the shelf solutions. Get involved or join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of

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14:34

How To: Using VoiceView on Kindle Fire Tablet

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/02/08

If you have purchased or are considering purchasing an Amazon tablet and would benefit from using a screen reader, you should try out VoiceView. The software is built into the device and can help you use the technology more easily if you are severely sight impaired. Steven Scott explores the screenreader and explains how to use it to its fullest. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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57:41

213: El Braille, Tech News, Potter's Picks

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/02/06

This week Steven and Shaun meet new co-host Lydia Hume to discuss the week's news in tech. Also, former regular guest Julie Rodaway returns to tell us about the El Braille device, and Claire Potter suggests some good ideas for lighting around the home in her Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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57:00

212: HomePod arrives in UK, JAWS learning resources,...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/30

On this week’s show Steven is joined by Tim and Shaun again to talk about the week in tech news. Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet shows us yet another skill for our Amazon Echo device and Claire is back with another round of Potter’s Picks – this week she gives our listeners new ways to contribute to the show with low-priced tech.

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57:42

211: Guide to Fire Tablet screenreader, Echo skills,...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/23

On this week’s show, Steven is joined by Shaun and Tim to discuss the latest news in tech. There’s a guide to using Voiceview software on the Amazon Fire Tablet plus a new segment highlighting the various skills that you can use on your Amazon Echo. Plus Claire Potter returns for another of her Potter’s Picks – this week it’s all about hobbies!

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7:14

Virgin's Inflight Entertainment System Is Made...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/16

If you are heading on your holidays this year and happen to end up on a Virgin flight, why not check out their new fully accessible inflight entertainment system. Using iPads and their built-in accessibility software you can browse and watch videos with audio description. Allan Russell reports for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

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57:42

210: CES roundup, Virgin inflight entertainment,...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/16

Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz to talk about the news from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week. There is also an extended interview this week with Ian Hughes from the company Associated Optical, which sells among its many and varied range of magnification products, the new eSight glasses that the company who makes them in Canada claims can restore 20/20 vision to those with certain eye conditions. Potter's Picks is also back with some important products for those who are

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24:45

Associated Optical: Magnifiers And More

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/16

Steven Scott sits down this week with Ian Hughes from the company Associated Optical. The company sells a wide range of magnification products including the new eSight glasses that promise to restore sight.

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11:58

Potter's Picks: Learning To Type

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/16

If you love gadgets that don't cost the earth, you'll love our new feature called Potter's Picks. Clare Potter will bring you three items every week that are accessible and useful to those with a visual impairment. This week Claire has some useful suggestions if you are blind and want to learn how to type. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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4:34

Top Tip: Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter Images

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/15

Did you know that blind people can 'see' images on their computer - but only if you tell them what's in the picture. Adding an image description has been fairly common practice on websites for years but now everyone is being encouraged to do it on social media. Steven Scott explains how we as blind or partially sighted people can do it as well for others. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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4:55

The Great Computer Chip Debacle

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/15

You might have heard in the news how a security flaw in computer chips could have left our personal computers open to attack by hackers. Steven Scott explains how this news came about and what we need to do now to ensure we keep safe online. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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56:49

Episode #209: Microchips, CES 2018, Adding Image...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2018/01/09

This week Steven Shaun and Tim are reunited after the holidays to discuss the latest news in the world of accessible tech. This week they discuss the news that all computers could be affected by two new bugs found in any machine using Intel, AMD or ARM chips, plus Apple’s announcement that they deliberately slow down iPhones due to battery issues gets the guys talking. There's also a report on what's on show at the big tech show in Las Vegas, CES. Claire Potter returns with some fitness related

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57:46

Episode #208: The Review of 2017

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/12/26

Steven Scott looks back at the year in tech that was 2017, including your views on Apple's 10 years of the iPhone, Amazon's leap into accessibility and Microsoft's incredible new artificial intelligent app Seeing AI for blind people. Plus there's your best contributions and a replay of our most downloaded podcast this year. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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57:46

Episode #207: Seeing AI Update, Potters Picks of...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/12/19

On this weeks show, Steven is joined by Tim Schwartz to discuss the latest news about the free Seeing AI app. There's also lots of your emails answered and Claire Potter joins us to offer her choices of smartphone accessories under the new budget of £150. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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57:46

Episode #206: Holiday Gift Guide Special

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/12/13

This week Steven and Shaun run down the top gifts that blind and partially sighted people might want for Christmas. The list includes everything from helping you enjoy a good book to watching a top movie or TV boxset, plus lots more. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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57:41

Episode #205: Internet security, Thoughts on Seeing...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/12/05

On this week's show Steven and Shaun talk about internet security following concerns in the mainstream media about Kaspersky, the Moscow based anti-virus software company. There's also more of your emails focusing on your thoughts about Seeing AI, and Claire Potter is back telling us about some nifty braille products, all under £100! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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29:04

Specialist vs Mainstream Tech: The Discussion

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/11/29

Steven and Shaun are joined by Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet to discuss the benefits and challenges of specialist and mainstream technology. Join the conversation TechTalk@rnib.org.uk #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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2:09

An Accessible Freeview Solution

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/11/29

If you struggle to find out what's on TV or what channel you are watching, then listener Raymond might just have the answer for you. Link to product - http://www.portset.co.uk/digital-media-centre/ #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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9:05

Sky Q: A Possible Accessibility Solution?

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/11/29

The new Sky Q box offers lots of options to enjoy television, but some of the accessibility functions are leaving some users feeling cut off. Could a new feature just added to Sky Q boxes show a move towards a more accessible future with the TV system? Listener Gordon Anthony has been finding out. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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5:21

Using Talkback On A Samsung Phone

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/11/29

Did you know that Samsung has developed their own version of Talkback for their range of Android smartphones? Listener Alexander has been in touch to tell us about it. #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

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57:41

Episode #204: Specialist vs mainstream tech, Potters...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2017/11/28

This week the team discuss a hotly contested topic - specialist vs mainstream technology - but is there a right choice? Robin Christopherson of Abilitynet joins in the chat. Also Claire Potter retruns with her pick of magnification devices, and there's your comments on the new Seeing AI app from Microsoft. Join the conversation TechTalk@rnib.org.uk #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

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