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Exploring Windows8.1 Part 4 – Reading In The Dark.
October 09, 2014 12:39 - 24.1 MBIn episode four, James Oates introduces us to Tweet Free, a fully accessible Twitter client for Windows8.1. He walks us through version eleven of Adobe Reader for reading PDF files. He demonstrates Adobe Digital Additions for reading eBooks. He shows us how to add a RSS feed to Microsoft Outlook. Finally, he demonstrates making a phone call using Google Voice inside of Google Hangouts.
In Depth Test Of knfbReader App.
October 07, 2014 12:46 - 43 MBThe knfbReader app is the focus of this episode. It’s UI, it’s features, and some comparisons with other OCR applications available on iOS. This podcast was recorded after the initial release and installed on an iPhone 5 running iOS8. Garth shows the use of the current feature set in a few real world situations, gives tips on how to get the best out of it, and run in to a bug or two on the way. If you are still on the fence with respect to the purchase of knfbReader, than you will find...
iOS 8 Braille Screen Input Breakdown.
September 29, 2014 12:52 - 11.5 MBApple introduces braille screen input for iOS users. Follow along as Hugo guides us through the setup and functionality of the new braille input now available on iOS 8. To report any issues with accessibility on iOs8, you can email Apple directly at: [email protected] Apple feedback
Highlights And Features Of iOS 8.
September 27, 2014 12:00 - 28.3 MBIn this overview, Hugo demonstrates some of the latest features in iOS 8. Looking for tips on using your iOS device? Now you can with the Tips app. Hey Siri is put through the hands free test and Siri now incorporates Shazam, a great feature for music enthusiasts. Hugo then moves on to showing you how to use Spotlight, if you’re looking for a contact or an app. Sometimes you’re looking for answers. Spotlight now gives you suggestions from Wikipedia entries, places nearby, trending news and ...
Exploring Windows 8.1 Part 3 – Staying connected and having fun.
September 22, 2014 11:20 - 21.7 MBIn episode 3 of James Oates Exploring Windows 8.1 series, James switches from JAWS15 to NVDA2014.3 and shows us four free popular applications from the Windows Store. He walks us threw how to use Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, and YouTube. James also demonstrates Xbox Radio and Google Hangouts. Many thanks to Brandon Cross for his time in editing this podcast.
Hands On With The phone we all have been waiting for!
September 10, 2014 15:44 - 18.1 MBIn this first episode of a series, James Oates gives us an overview of accessibility options on Windows Phone8.1. Using an entry level Nokia Lumia 635, he demonstrates the built in screen reader Narrator, and runs through the apps you will find on your phones start screen. A run through of the Ease of Use options, a quick look at Internet Explorer and an introduction to Cortana, your personal assistant gives us a great insight to how Microsoft are shaping up after their slow start in Windows...
Exploring Windows 8.1 Part 2 – My God, Its Full Of Apps!
August 31, 2014 21:53 - 50.5 MBIn part two of Exploring Windows 8.1, James Oates takes us on a tour of all of the applications that are pre-installed on the start screen. The following applications are included in the demonstration: Mail, Skype, One Drive, Reading List, Calendar, Weather, Finance, Video, Music, Sports, Internet Explorer, News, and the Windows Store. James also briefly demonstrates Google Now on Chrome.
Exploring Windows 8.1 – I’m At The Start Screen. Now What!
July 23, 2014 22:21 - 21 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this podcast, James Oates walks you through the layout of Windows 8.1. He explains live tiles, and how to change the appearance of the start screen. He shows you how to find your applications, and how to add them to your start screen or task bar. He shows you how to use the file explorer and search feature, add keyboard short cuts to access your most frequently used programs from anywhere on the computer, how to have your computer show the desktop at startup instead of the start screen, an...
New Voice For iOS – Alex Sounds Amazing
June 24, 2014 20:33 - 5 minutes - 6.9 MBA sneak peek into possible new voices on iOS 8 beta. Join Hugo for an exploration of the features that iOS offers for the blind and low vision with a quick sample of Alex, originally found on the Mac.
Focus 40 Blue Wireless Braille Display: Let Your Fingers Do The Talking
February 13, 2014 02:14 - 45 minutes - 30.6 MBHugo gives an in-depth demonstration of the Focus 40 Blue Wireless Braille Display from Freedom Scientific. The new Focus 40 Blue combines the latest Braille technology, the most user friendly keyboard and control layout, and both USB and Bluetooth connectivity in an extremely lightweight and compact design. Use the Focus 40 Blue with BrailleIn to enter contracted Braille, switch to display modes such as structured and line mode, or perform all keyboard commands for complete control of your...
AudioTechnica AT2005USB, Podcast Like a Pro
December 21, 2013 20:27 - 6.73 MBHugo unveils his new microphone, Audio-Technica’s new AT2005USB is an all-purpose microphone designed to take you from the stage to the studio and beyond. This rugged handheld microphone offers two outputs, USB output for digital recording, and an XLR output that connects with a sound system’s conventional microphone input for use in live performance. The microphone plugs right into your computer’s USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. The AT2005USB also o...
Papa Sangre II, it will scare you to death!
November 05, 2013 04:21 - 25 minutes - 12.2 MBIf you are reading this, you are already dead! Follow Hugo to get back to the other side! Papa Sangre II is a survival horror game told entirely through sound. You must hunt for memories from the deceased to get back to the other side. Trapped in the peculiar afterlife, death for you is just the beginning. An innovative and truly immersive “audio only” survival horror game. Explore the all-new world of Papa Sangre II and enter his Museum of Memories. 18 levels of cinema-quality 3D sound. F...
iPhone 5s Unboxing and Setup
September 25, 2013 01:25 - 19.5 MBHugo demonstrates the new release of the iPhone 5s. Listen as he configures the fingerprint sensor, Touch ID and browses the features in iOS7.
My Local TV On iOS Devices
September 07, 2013 11:45 - 7.8 MBHugo fights off his oversized pet as he heroically demonstrates the free app, My Local TV for iOS devices.
How To Install Blinds
August 20, 2013 18:05 - 16.9 MBGarth goes from tech-man to tool-man in this episode as he demonstrates his handyman skills on how to install blinds. This is one for all those people who ask you how you shave or cook when you are blind. Don't let us down Garth.
Nova Launcher Improves Accessibility On Samsung Galaxy S4.
August 06, 2013 20:45 - 22 minutes - 11.9 MBGarth improves the accessibility of the Samsung Galaxy S4 by installing Nova Launcher.
Samsung Galaxy S4 Unboxing.
August 06, 2013 19:57 - 37 minutes - 18.7 MBGarth scales over Apple's garden wall to unbox and configure his first Android device, the Samsung Galaxy S4.
How To Upgrade Tiny Tunes
June 29, 2013 11:19 - 4 minutes - 3.5 MBIn this episode Cullen demonstrates how to upgrade to the latest version of Tiny Tunes using Windows XP.
WWDC – Getting Under The Hood Of Accessibility
June 14, 2013 07:01 - 59 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode we take you behind the scenes with a look inside Apple’s developer conference. Here is where you will learn how media selection works and find out how to author media with accessibility features like subtitles and closed captions. Going beyond the basics to use AV Foundation for customizing subtitle appearance and presentation.
Apple Accessibility In OS X Mavericks.
June 13, 2013 11:39 - 40 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this Episode we continue with WWDC coverage. Leveraging the industry-leading support for accessibility in OS X Mavericks can let you reach new markets. Hear about exciting new products, new API additions and improved security for both accessibility hosts and clients; all designed to help applications reach wider audiences and provide unparalleled access for users with disabilities. Learn techniques to make even the most custom UI accessible.
Apple Accessibility In iOS 7.
June 12, 2013 13:39 - 49 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this Episode we learn as iOS 7 offers unmatched accessibility support that you can use to reach a wider audience. Hear about the latest changes in GuidedAccess and VoiceOver and how you can take advantage of these technologies to help people with disabilities stay on task and get more value out of your app.
Google Sessions On ChromeVox.
June 03, 2013 20:20 - 34 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this Episode, Charles Chen, David Tseng and Volker Sorge from Google demonstrate the latest version of ChromeVox. This screen reader offers advanced navigation facilities for complex content such as tables and mathematical formulas as well as support for Braille and new HTML5 UI controls such as date/time, and media controls. ChromeVox is specifically built to handle modern web content in all its richness and is Javascript based making it easy for developers to create cutting-edge acces...
Canes, Trains and Automobiles.
May 30, 2013 23:09 - 53 minutes - 25.8 MBToday I want to take you on a journey. Sorry, or should I say, thankfully, not my life's journey, just the simple daily journey of my commute to work. Other than by my wonderful Guide Dog Earl, the successful navigation of each of the legs of my journey was improved by some kind of assistive tech in the environment. I used the Olympus DN-5 Voice Recorder to capture my walk to the train, than bus ride and finally my arrival at work. I hope you enjoy the soundscapes ranging from an early morn...
Google Sessions On Android.
May 19, 2013 09:32 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this episode, we have an exclusive recording of the Google Accessibility Development Team demonstrating Talkback on the Android platform. TV Raman and his fellow Googlers enlighten us on the features of Talkback, zoom, contrast, and magnification.
Siberians and Labradors and Canes, Oh My!
May 01, 2013 02:37 - 19 minutes - 10.3 MBIn our final instalment from the CSUN13 convention floor, CBT could not forget about canes and guide dogs. There was Gordon from AmbuTech featuring canes such as a prototype telescopic fibreglass cane that locks by twisting at the top of the handle, a rigid folding cane with an American made oak wood handle with a natural finish. We also meet a gentleman and his guide dogs, a 3 year old Siberian husky and 11 year old labrador.
PLEXTALK Product Line.
April 23, 2013 16:51 - 13 minutes - 7.45 MBIn this episode we get an overview of the products from PLEXTALK, offering better reading environments to people with visual impairments or print disability in the world by supplying accessible digital talking book players or recorders that comply with DAISY(*) standard.
Pico Pen – Enabling Drawing For The Blind.
April 22, 2013 06:42 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBIn this episode which is unedited coverage from CSUN13. As we were leaving the convention floor, we came across an amazing pen for the blind before it was packed away and returned to Japan. Nippon Telesoft, makers of the Seika braille displays were showcasing tactile artwork drawn by blind Japanese students, using a pen-shaped device called the Pico which transfers balls of wax into raised lines.
Orion Webbox & Iris Webradio.
April 20, 2013 13:54 - 7 minutes - 4.93 MBIn this episode we get a glimpse of the Orion Webbox and Iris webradio from Solutions - Radio. As blind and visually impaired are dependent on audible information. For the VI community, contribution and distribution of sound or audio is essential to be in touch with the outside world. The Orion Webbox and Iris webradio on the other hand is a user friendly, stand-alone device, which when connected to the Internet allows you to listen to it without the use of a PC! The Webradio is ideal for ...
EmploymentLink 2013 – Insights Into Hiring and Retaining People with Disabilities.
April 20, 2013 11:46 - 4 minutes - 3.51 MBIn this episode CBT would like to feature EmploymentLink 2013: Insights into Hiring and Retaining People with Disabilities Thursday, 2 May 2013, Ed Roberts Campus, Berkeley CA 94703 Co-hosted by Adaptive Technology Services and Sterling Adaptives, EmploymentLINK is an annual one day educational seminar for employers, disability employment professionals, and leaders. EmploymentLink will provide employers with new insights into the full potential of employees with disabilities and will provid...
Orion TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator – Coming To A School Near You.
April 19, 2013 10:10 - 13 minutes - 7.75 MBIn this episode Ken from APH introduces the Orion TI-84 Plus, Which consists of a compact accessory that is attached to the top of the TI-84 Plus enabling a user who is visually impaired to interact with the TI-84 Plus using speech, audio, and haptic (vibration) feedback? All textual and symbolic information on the screen, as well as each key-press is spoken using high-quality synthesized speech. Most importantly, graphs can be explored using either spoken announcements or the SonoGraph™ au...
VoiceEye Is The Revolutionary Way To Make Text Accessible.
April 17, 2013 14:24 - 5 minutes - 3.86 MBIn this episode Shane from VOICEYE Inc. demonstrates the VOICEYE app. VOICEYE is about allowing a print impaired person to access any printed information using 2-dimensional code technology and it is also described as the revolutionary way to make printed information accessible.
Large Print Keyboards and Skins.
April 16, 2013 13:16 - 5 minutes - 3.96 MBIn this episode Allen from LogicKeyboard shows us how a mainstream company can adapt existing keyboards to be accessible for the low vision community.
Milestone Audio Player.
April 16, 2013 08:26 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBIn this episode Robert Kempf from Bones shows us three versions of the Milestone line of audio players for the blind and low vision play audio books and music, record lectures and messages, read text files and eBooks, enable you to label objects and much more. Soon, they will also talk to public transportation vehicles.
Focus 14 Blue Wireless Braille Display.
April 12, 2013 23:34 - 9 minutes - 5.96 MBIn this Episode Bobby showcases the Focus 14 Blue Wireless Braille Display for the Blind by Freedom Scientific. With superior portability and advanced features, the Focus 14 Blue is the ultimate go-anywhere Braille interface device. Read text messages, navigate your smartphone screen, and enter text all without taking your phone off your belt or out of your bag. The Focus 14 Blue features an efficient, full featured Braille keyboard for your smartphone, plus the ability to read your smartph...
Mobience Small QWERTY MQ-1000B Keyboard.
April 09, 2013 12:17 - 8 minutes - 5.41 MBIn this episode we are treated to a demonstration by Changheon Woo, Jaekyeong Yoon, and Jaewoo Ahn from Mobience. This amazing bluetooth keyboard called SmallQWERTY MQ-1000B. This keyboard is 60% the size of an iPhone and with the patented keyboard system it is quick to type and navigate.
FreeVoxTouch, First Smart Watch for the Blind
April 05, 2013 10:00 - 3.72 MBIn this episode we discover the World's only smart watch available for the VI community. FreeVoxTouch is a smart watch. This means that in addition to a speaking watch function for both blind and sighted, the FreeVoxTouch is a memo recorder, a music player, and a stopwatch / countdown timer. All controlled through a touch screen and working on an Android operating system.
CandyGrip & LifeStyle HD desktop Video Magnifiers From HIMS
April 03, 2013 15:27 - 6.2 MBIn this episode Scott demonstrates two low vision products from HIMS Inc. The CANDY GRIP is the first, and currently the only, handheld (with handle) 5.0″ LCD HD video magnifier. Its unique, ergonomic 3-position handle is comfortably held in the center-balanced position, for right-handed or left-handed use. The LifeStyle desktop video magnifiers are among the most helpful macular degeneration vision aids for extended reading and writing comfort, viewing photos and performing hobbies and ...
Voice Sense and Voice Sense Qwerty & Book Sense From HIMS.
April 01, 2013 07:06 - 8 minutes - 5.52 MBIn this episode we speak with Scott from Hims Inc, who explains the differences between Voice Sense QWERTY and the Voice Sense. We also get our hands on the BookSense, which is a compact and lightweight portable DAISY player. This multi-function DAISY reader is compatible with a variety of audio formats including DAISY and MP3. It has a built-in text to speech engine which enables a wide range of electronic documents to be easily accessible.
Sixth Sense – A Zombies Nightmare.
March 30, 2013 18:12 - 12 minutes - 7.19 MBIn this episode Hugo is a killing machine! He shows us the iOS, 3D audio game Sixth Sense. Don’t let the Zombies get you...
Olympus LS-14, DM-620 & LS-100
March 28, 2013 09:26 - 7 minutes - 5.1 MBIn this episode we tune in on the Olympus LS-14 recorder and touch on the accessibility of the DM-620 and the LS-100. Musicians, meet your new best friend. Unparalleled recording quality captured by the new Tresmic three microphone system along with enhanced music functions make the LS-14 the perfect companion for any musician.
Victor Reader Stream Generation 2
March 25, 2013 11:13 - 10 minutes - 6.05 MBIn this episode we speak with Matt from HumanWare introducing the new generation Victor Reader Stream. Imagine having the latest novels, magazines, your favourite music, audio-described films, texts and your own voice recordings, all in the palm of your hand. With its new lightweight and compact design, Victor Reader Stream delivers hours of listening pleasure ANYWHERE!
iGlasses From Ambutech – Peek-A-Boo!
March 24, 2013 10:26 - 5.17 MBIn this episode we talk to Gordon Hudek from AmbuTech about the iGlasses. These are a head-mounted, ultrasonic Mobility Aid that enable a more informed, confident, and efficient pedestrian travel. Objects in your path are detected by the ultrasonic sensors and communicated via gentle vibrations. As obstacles get nearer the frequency of the vibration will increase. The device is intended as a secondary mobility device to complement the traditional long cane or guide dog.
ClearView + Speech From Optelec.
March 23, 2013 11:52 - 8 minutes - 5.46 MBIn this episode Tyler from Optelec gives us a sneak peek at the Optelec ClearView+Speech. This innovative product uniquely magnifies any printed document than allows the user to have sections of the document read aloud.
Compact 4 HD From Optelec.
March 22, 2013 15:45 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBIn this episode Tyler from Optelec introduces the new Compact 4 HD. Combining High Definition auto-focus camera technology, innovative lighting and a generous size 4.3-inch widescreen, the Compact 4 HD offers superior quality images. Using the high contrast semi-colours, text characters appear smoother whilst reading and images appear clearer thanks to the high brightness screen.
ScripTalk Station from En-Vision America.
March 21, 2013 16:05 - 6 minutes - 4.21 MBIn this episode David Raistrick shows us the importance of the ScripTalk Station. Currently, there are many people that have difficulty reading or understanding the contents and instructions of their prescription medications. The small print and look-alike packaging of medicine vials can lead to confusion, non-compliance, and mistakes. En-Vision America has created a solution to this serious issue with ScripTalk Station. You can reach David at 1-800-890-1180
ID Mate From En-Vision America.
March 20, 2013 11:44 - 6 minutes - 4.35 MBIn this episode David Raistrick from en-Vision America demonstrates the capabilities of the 5th generation i.d. mate Quest bar code scanner. For more information North American listeners can call 1-800-890-1180
Windows Surface RT Works For Me.
March 20, 2013 08:34 - 9 minutes - 5.99 MBIn this episode Daniel Hubbell from Microsoft shows us the accessibility features of Surface RT and explains the differences between Surface RT and Surface Pro. Microsoft Accessibility Support is now available in North America at 1-800-936-5900
Windows Phone 8 – Accessible For Low Vision.
March 18, 2013 16:04 - 7 minutes - 5.06 MBIn this episode we look at the accessibility features of Windows Phone 8 for low vision users at the CSUN 2013 conference.
CSUN 2013 Keynote.
March 17, 2013 03:48 - 41 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode we have a recording from the Keynote presentation at the CSUN 2013 conference in California. The keynote address this year was delivered by Dr Deana McDonagh.
Introduction – Thank You Larry Skutchan.
March 14, 2013 15:55 - 5.12 MBWelcome to Episode 1 of Cool Blind Tech. This episode is a brief introduction to the show. We would love you to subscribe to the show in your favourite pod catcher app. If you have any questions, requests or want to lend a hand then feel free to send us mail by writing to [email protected]. Thanks for listening.