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RNIB Tech Talk

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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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10:34

Techshare Europe 2016: Driverless Cars For The Blind?

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/27

One of the big attractions at Techshare Europe 2016 this year was the driverless car that featured at the event. Steven and Shaun squeezed inside to find out what what it was like and to ask the age-old question - when can blind people get one?

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8:26

Techshare Europe 2016: Samsung's Latest Smart TVs...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/27

The team at Samsung have been working hard to make TV accessible to blind and partially sighted people. Richard Moreton from Samsung showed Steven and Shaun the newest accessibility features in the latest range of Samsung smart TVs.

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10:39

Techshare Europe 2016: AMI-Media's Audio Description...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/27

There are many organisations working to help blind and partially sighted people around the world, but perhaps one of the most interesting is AMI-Media. It's a TV and radio channel based in Canada providing full programming for the blind audience. All shows are audio described and captioned while all radio shows feature blind people. John Melville from AMI-Media told Steven and Shaun more about their latest project - integrated audio description.

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6:38

Techshare Europe 2016: A Listener's Thoughts On The...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/27

The Orbit Reader is due to go on sale in October and promises to give braille users the best price when it comes to a good and solid refreshable braille device. It's likely to be priced at around £400 and will compete with devices ranging from £1000-£5000. But were our listeners impressed? Steven and Shaun took to the exhibition floor at Techshare Europe 2016 to find out.

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19:45

Blind Blogger Speaks Out Against Apple's Decision To...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/27

The blind blogger and broadcaster Jonathon Mosen joins the team to discuss the decision by Apple to remove the headphone jack from the new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.

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15:00

Older People And The Benefits Of Tech

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/06

The reality of today's world is that technolotgy is everywhere and is becoming harder and harder to avoid. So why not give it a go. That's what one of our listeners did. She shared her story with Steven, Jackie and Shaun.

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4:22

An Accessible Way To Stay Charged On The Go

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/06

There are so many different types of power banks out there - little devices that hook to your smartphone or tablet and let you charge up while on the move - but how would you know if your power pack has run out of, well, power. Our listener and regular contributor Julie Rodaway from Liverpool got in touch to tell us what she's found to solve the problem.

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5:03

App Review: YouTube

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/09/06

As part of our regular review of accessible apps, Imran Ahktar from Glasgow got in touch to tell us about the popular video sharing website and app YouTube and how accessible it is to blind and partially sighted people.

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4:48

App Review: WhatsApp

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/30

We are always keen to hear what apps you are using and enjoying. One of our listeners got in touch to tell us what she thinks of WhatsApp on her Android device.

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17:21

Review: Victor Reader Stream

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/30

Jackie reviews the latest version of the popular Victor Reader Stream by specialist tech giant Humanware.

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15:49

Are New HMRC Guidelines On VAT Exempt Products Too...

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/30

As new guidelines come into force from HMRC, blind and partially sighted people are still feeling confused about what the zero-VAT exempt rule applies to in terms of new technology. The team discuss and hear from listeners.

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3:35

Comment: The Benefits Of Social Media

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

What are the benefits of social media for those of us who are blind or partially sighted? Kevin Satizibal reports.

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5:00

Are Disabled Toilets Accessible To Blind People?

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

While it might seem obvious that disabled toilets are available for blind people to use, how accessible are they? This was the question that led to a new invention by Helen and Steve in Cornwall. They spoke to Steven Scott to tell them how their new device is changing the way blind people use toilets everywhere.

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6:57

How To: Make Windows Programmes Default in Windows 10

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

If you are using Jaws and Windows 10, you may have noticed that the new Edge browser isn't yet compatible with the screen reader. Shaun Preece explains how you can choose a different browser for your PC as well as other apps.

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11:15

How Did The Blind Person Cross The Road?

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

A new piece of technology could soon help blind people to cross the road more safely by using their smartphone. Steven Scott reports on Neatebox.

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12:09

Review: Chicken Nugget

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

No, it's not a new cooking segment on Tech Talk. It's actually an accessible Twitter client for your PC. It's called Chicken Nugget and claims to be the best way for blind people to enjoy the social networking site. Shaun Preece cooked up a review for us.

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12:58

Review: Olympus DM-7

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

Blind people still use dicatphones! And the good news is the technology is getting smarter all the time. Jackie Brown reviews one of the most recent offerings from Olympus - the DM-7.

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3:31

Review: Amazon Prime Now

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

Is shopping more difficult if you're blind or partially sighted? A new service from Amazon promises to offer those in selected locations with up to two-hour delivery slots direct to your front door. Steven reviews the new service and reports back to Tech Talk.

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5:22

App Review: Bespecular

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

You may have heard of apps such as Be My Eyes and AiPoly which are image recognition apps. There's another one to add to that list and it's called BeSpecular. But what makes it stand out from the crowd? One of listeners gets in touch to tell us all about it.

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12:23

Audio-Only Games For Blind People

RNIB Tech Talk ·

2016/08/29

Shaun speaks to Aaron Parsons from Sonus Games about their new project - an audio-only games console.

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