RNIB Tech Talk episodes
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Calibre Audio Library app, Apple HomePod review, Potter's Picks
On this week’s show Steven and Shaun are joined by new co-host Lydia Hulme once again. The trio are joined by Peter Gurney from Calibre Audio Library to respond to listeners’ concerns about their new app, plus listener Garth Humphries shares his first thoughts of the new Apple HomePod. There’s also a look at the latest news plus Claire Potter joins Steven to offer her latest Potters Picks.
Cyber Security
Steven Scott presents a special report into cyber security and offers advice to blind and partially sighted people about how to stay safe online.
Blindshell Mobile Phone
If you've always fancied a smartphone but think they're too complicated or difficult to use, why not consider the Blindshell mobile?
Cyber crime, Blindshell mobile phone, Potter's Picks for personal care
On this week’s show we hear about how to stay safe online and offer tips on how to avoid online cyber criminals getting hold of your data. RNIB Technology Officer Paul Porter talks about the Blindshell mobile smartphone as an alternative to Apple and Android, and we read through the week’s news in tech as well as respond to your emails. And let’s not forget Claire Potter who joins us again with another selection of her Potter’s Picks.
Smart home of 2018, Ways to interact with tech companies if you're disbaled, Potters Picks, Emails
This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss this week's news in tech. This week there's a look at the growing list of ways disabled people can get in touch directly with technology companies such as Apple, Google, Microsoft and Amazon, and their new dedicated departments for access tech. Also, there's a look at ways we can make our home smarter in 2018 with a look at smart gadgets that could really benefit blind and partially sighted people. RNIB volunteer Claire Potter joins us again with her Potters Picks, and there's a read through more of our listener emails.
Top Tips: Interact With Technology Companies
Find out about the best ways to contact technology companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Google and Amazon if you are blind or partially sighted and are having problems with your computer, tablet or phone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
The Smart Home of 2018
Steven Scott picks out eight items that he thinks can make your home super-smart in 2018! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
How To: Using VoiceView on Kindle Fire Tablet
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
El Braille, Tech News, Potter's Picks
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
HomePod arrives in UK, JAWS learning resources, More Echo skills, Recording with tech, Potters Picks
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.