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Tek Talk welcomes Peter Tucic, Director of Strategic Partnerships, and Mathieu Paquette, Product Manager, of Humanware to discuss the new Victor Reader Stream 3. 02/13/2023
February 22, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBThe Victor Reader Stream 3 is finally out! After a long wait, Humanware is happy to present the new iteration of its popular product, the Stream. With new features and tons of improvements! Come listen to Peter and Mathieu discuss what’s new, what’s improved, and answer your questions about the present and the future of the Stream!. Presenter Contact Info Peter Tucic, Humanware Director of Strategic Partnerships Email: [email protected] Mathieu Paquette, Humanware Product Manager ...
Tek Talk welcomes John Panarese, Director of Mac for the Blind, to discuss Mac computers and their use by those with vision impairments. 02/06/2023
February 12, 2023 06:16 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThis presentation will discuss using a Mac computer with the VoiceOver screen reader. It will cover the differences between Mac computers, such as laptop and desktop options, as well as an overview of how VoiceOver has developed and evolved over the years by Apple and the growth of its popularity that has led to an explosion of learning and training resources for blind and low vision individuals. In addition, the differences and pros/cons of VoiceOver compared to Windows and Windows screen r...
Tek Talk welcomes Oran McAllister, Client Engagement Officer at NaviLens, to discuss the NaviLens app and the NaviLens codes. 01/30/2023
February 06, 2023 18:37 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBIn the presentation, Oran will give a short introduction to NaviLens and the NaviLens codes including a little about how the codes were developed and tested. He will then speak about current use cases and the variety of ways NaviLens codes can be used. Additionally, he will speak a little about the free personal codes as well as the free kit for schools and associations. He will also answer any questions during the presentation. Presenter Contact Info Oran McAllister is the Client Engagemen...
Tek Talk welcomes Jenine Stanley, Aira Director of Customer Communications, to discuss the Aira 2023 plans and pricing. 01/23/2031
February 02, 2023 04:38 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBTek Talk welcomes Jenine Stanley, Aira Director of Customer Communications, to discuss the Aira 2023 plans and pricing. Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] Website: https://aira.io/
Tek Talk welcomes Marc Arneson, Hadley Director of Community, to discuss how Hadley can help you discover new ways to do things that have become more challenging with vision loss. 01/16/2023
January 26, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBAfter 100 years, we here at Hadley, have reinvented ourselves to help those who are managing vision loss thrive at home, at work and in their communities. Learn about how Hadley can help you discover new ways to do things that have become more challenging with vision loss. We will also talk about ways you connect with others through Hadley and our podcast, Hadley Presents. Presenter Contact Info Marc Arneson Director of Community Hadley Address: 700 Elm Street, Winnetka, IL 60093 Phone:...
Tek Talk welcomes Lara Rondberg, Benetech Associate Relationship Manager, to discuss Bookshare and its new features. 01/09/2023
January 17, 2023 12:35 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBBookshare, the worlds largest online library of accessible eBooks, is pleased to announce some exciting new features. Come learn about our new reading tools for computers, mobile devices and Alexa smart speaker plus our new human narrated audio collection. With over 1 million titles that are available any time and anywhere, Bookshare is a great resource for readers who need accessible formats. Not a member, sign up is easy on the Bookshare website. If you have any questions or need suppor...
Tek Talk welcomes Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell of Pneuma Solutions to discuss Remote Incident Manager (RIM) accessible assistance software. 11/28/2022
December 06, 2022 14:33 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBAt Pneuma Solutions we provide a seamless bridge between assistive technology and mission critical applications. Our line of products was built with stability, affordability, and security in mind to attract the largest user pool inside and outside of the office space. The Remote Incident Manager (RIM) has provided secure, efficient, accessible, feature-rich remote desktop access, enabling field technical support providers to cut costs while improving quality of service since 2007. Harness t...
Tek Talk features Stocking Stuffers Part 3 with Tricia Waechter of Blind Girl Designs and Brent Harbolt of The Harbolt Company. 11/21/2022
November 28, 2022 23:28 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBTek Talk features Stocking Stuffers Part 3 with Tricia Waechter of Blind Girl Designs and Brent Harbolt of The Harbolt Company. Tricia will present in the first half hour from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern and Brent will present in the second half hour from 8:30 to 9pm Eastern. Blind Girl Designs Hi I’m Tricia Waechter from Blind Girl Designs and I cannot wait to meet you all at stocking stuffers! I have retinitis pigmentosa and I started my company almost 2 years ago after I could no longer work in ...
Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop to discuss the Windows 11 2022 update. 09/26/2022
November 25, 2022 07:31 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBYou can read Microsoft’s promotional comments from Panos Panay, EVP, Chief Product Officer, Windows + Devices, at this website: https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2022/09/20/available-today-the-windows-11-2022-update/ You can read How inclusion drives innovation in Windows 11 at this website: https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2022/09/20/how-inclusion-drives-innovation-in-windows-11/ Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] The following information about Jeff...
Tek Talk features Stocking Stuffers Part 2 with Denise Russell of Speak To Me Catalog and Barry Carver of Mountain Crafted 11/14/2022
November 21, 2022 16:26 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBTek Talk features Stocking Stuffers Part 2 with Denise Russell of Speak To Me Catalog and Barry Carver of Mountain Crafted. Denise will present in the first half hour from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern and Barry will present in the second half hour from 8:30 to 9pm Eastern. Speak To Me Catalog We are happy once again to welcome back Denise Russell the Founder of Speak To Me Catalog. This fine company was founded in July of 1994. Denise and her late husband and dear friend Seth worked tirelessly over...
Tek Talk features Stocking Stuffers Part 1 with Barry Scheur of Guidelights and Gadgets and Krystle zamudio of Scentsy. 11/07/2022
November 14, 2022 22:10 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBBarry will present in the first half hour from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern and krystle will present in the second half hour from 8:30 to 9pm Eastern. Guidelights and Gadgets GuideLights And Gadgets focuses on five product categories: our new locking telescopic titanium canes; talking medical products; leather products — bags pouches waist packs and carrying cases and just about anything else leather that you need to be protected or carried; a curated list of electronics items that Kae and I use ev...
Tek Talk welcomes participants to share their suggestions and requests for future Tek Talk programs. 10/31/2022
November 07, 2022 19:05 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBAs we all know, technology changes continuously with a multitude of new products and accessibility features available. Please bring your suggestions and requests for topics you want discussed in future Tek Talk programs. Presenter Contact Info Open forum
Tek Talk welcomes Ryan Jones, Vispero Vice President, Software Product Management, discussing the newest features in JAWS 10/24/2022
November 04, 2022 21:40 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBRyan joins us this year as we prepare for the official new release of JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion version 2023. We will do a review of the key features, hear all about the release schedule and what to expect. As always, there will be plenty of time to ask questions. Be sure to give the Release notes a review ahead of time and consider installing the Public Beta so you can try some of the new features as they are discussed. Presenter Contact Info Ryan Jones: Vispero Vice President Software P...
Tek Talk welcomes Quentin Christensen, NVDA Training and Support Manager, to discuss the latest with the NVDA screen reader. 10/17/2022
October 25, 2022 19:50 - 1 hour - 56 MBPresenter Contact Info Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Peter Tucic, HumanWare Director of Strategic Partnerships, to discuss all that is new with HumanWare. 10/10/2022
October 20, 2022 09:41 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBJoin Peter Tucic as he returns to Tek Talk with information on all that is new with HumanWare. Peter will present on recent updates to HumanWare’s braille product portfolio including the implementation of text-to-speech on the Brailliant BI X series displays and direct cloud integration into the BrailleNote Touch Plus amongst other topics. Attendees will also learn about the recently launched Steller Trek GPS device. Peter will have time to answer audience questions throughout the presentati...
Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop to discuss iOS 16 new features, accessibility issues, and upgrade timing. 09/19/2022
September 29, 2022 06:59 - 57 minutes - 53 MBWhat are the new features in IOS 16? Should you upgrade or wait? Are there any features that you should stay away from due to inaccessibility? Join Jeff Bishop, who will walk you through the pros and cons of IOS 16 Monday on TekTalk. Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Ron Miller of Vispero to discuss Five Troubleshooting Tips and JAWS Help. 09/12/2022
September 23, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBWhat troubleshooting steps can you take when JAWS isn’t acting as expected? Where can you go for “at your fingertips” help? September 12th, Ron Miller from Vispero will discuss some troubleshooting tips you can remember and ways to keep JAWS Help at your fingertips. Presenter Contact Info Ron Miller: Vispero’s Blindness Technology Product Specialist Phone: 800-444-4443 EXT. 1171 or 803-8000 EXT. 1171 Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Brian Hartgen of Hartgen Consultancy to discuss the latest version of Leasey tools and services and an overview of Hartgen training courses. 08/29/2022
September 07, 2022 07:44 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBThere’s a Lot to Love About Leasey in 2022! Lots of people are talking about the product Leasey this year. Leasey is a power-house of tools and services to support the JAWS screen-reader, ZoomText Fusion or ElBraille. In the upcoming Tek Talk, learn about just some of what is new in the most recent updates. Find out how easy it is to work with YouTube, EBay, Amazon, WhatsApp and more. Brian from Hartgen Consultancy will guide you through some of the most recent innovations. He cannot demon...
Tek Talk welcomes Bob Roehm, Manager Envision Technologies, to discuss the Envision AI system including glasses and app. 08/22/2022
August 28, 2022 04:39 - 1 hour - 60 MBBob will introduce the Envision Technologies AI system to the Tech Talk members. He will compare this system to other assistive technology devices and discuss the components of the system and how the features can help the BVI community. Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.letsenvision.com/ Cell phone: 832-443-6458 Bio: Assistive Tech trainer for VRS of the Texas Workforce Commission Certified in JAWS, OpenBook, Fusion, ZoomText, Windows, OSX, IOS Provi...
Tek Talk welcomes Earle Harrison and Jenny Axler of HIMS to discuss the latest features of the 1.7 BrailleSense 6 firmware. 08/15/2022
August 20, 2022 12:27 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBDuring this week’s tech Talk presentation, Earle Harrison from HIMS Inc will be joined by Jenny Axler from HIMS International. Together they will discuss the latest features of the 1.7 BrailleSense 6 firmware including Cloud drive integration, support for OAuth login for email and Bookshare, changes to the media player, new global hotkeys and more. They will also share experiences with useful apps downloaded from the Play store that they use on the daily basis as well as hardware peripheral...
Tek Talk welcomes presenters from BlindShell USA to discuss the BlindShell Classic 2 Accessible Cell Phone. 08/08/2022
August 14, 2022 14:36 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBThe BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone for people with any degree of sight loss. BlindShell has tactile buttons and is menu driven so there is no swiping and tapping like on a smart phone. The BlindShell platform continues to grow as we partner with major commercial brands and state of the art companies in the sight loss community. The BlindShell Classic 2 is loaded with customizable settings and Apps and our development team continues to improve the user experience. Blind...
Tek Talk welcomes Jenine Stanley, Aira Director of Customer Communications, to discuss all the things going on at Aira right now. 08/01/2022
August 08, 2022 19:01 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBIntroducing Aira Everywhere. Aira Desktop app Aira Desktop app is a computer-centric application that provides the most convenient, secure and efficient way to access Aira’s visual interpreters in a friction free, fast time-to-task solution to overcome obstacles, and engage Agents on digital tasks directly from a computer. A limited function beta will be available at the end of July. As with any beta software, there are limitations to functionality and there may be accessibility issues. Pl...
Tek Talk welcomes Eric Damery, retiring Vice President of Vispero, to discuss the JAWS notification history feature. 07/25/2022
August 02, 2022 17:16 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBEric Damery will be with us to discuss How JAWS is giving us greater individual control over what Application and Windows messages we hear and a better way of reviewing them later. The JAWS Notification History will be the topic on Tek Talk on Monday July 25. This will be Eric’s last presentation on Tek Talk as Vispero Vice President of Software Products Management. Eric will be retiring from Vispero with over 28 years of service in the Assistive Technology field. Please be with us to learn ...
Tek Talk welcomes Michelle Malkin, Key Account Manager of Logickeyboard, to discuss their family of Assistive Technology keyboards. 07/18/2022
August 02, 2022 17:13 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBToday we’ll introduce you to Logickeyboard, the company, as well as the Logickeyboard family of Assistive Technology keyboards. Whether you’re Low Vision and prefer a Large Print keyboard or Blind and a Braille user, we have something for everyone. While our keyboards have been known for and at the desks of video and audio editing professionals helping to create epic movies like The Revenant, The Godfather, Captain America, and Harry Potter, our decades of experience have led us to our Assis...
Tek Talk welcomes Mike Tindell with Dream Vision Group to discuss the Lyriq OCR reading machine, the HandyTech Braille products with ATC technology, and the HIMS line of notetakers. 06/27/2022
July 26, 2022 16:04 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBPresenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.dvg-llc.com/ Telephone: 512 662-1629
Tek Talk welcomes a panel from the Tek Talk Planning Team to discuss the devices and apps used to read books. 06/20/2022
July 16, 2022 14:28 - 1 hour - 56 MBAs technology continues to evolve, we now have access to the greatest number of devices and apps with which to read books than ever before. With this access comes choices regarding which device and which app is most convenient depending on the particular content being read and the user doing the reading. Myrna Votta will discuss the apps Chirp and Audible and the various devices on which they can be read. Andrea DeKlotz will discuss the Fire Tablet and the apps available on it for reading bo...
Tek Talk welcomes Michael Feir to discuss the second edition of his book Personal Power for iOS. 06/13/2022
June 21, 2022 12:28 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBPresenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] Michael’s Blog: https://michaelfeir.blogspot.com/2022/04/the-second-edition-of-personal-power.html?m=1
Tek Talk welcomes Barry Scheur of Guidelights and Gadgets demonstrating the new Evo 12 DAISY player and other gadgets and leather products. 06/02/2022
June 12, 2022 18:14 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBGuideLights and Gadgets will be demonstrating its all new daisy player, the Evo 12, with lots of entertainment functions. For the first time, you can choose between Ivona, Nuance, and Acapela reading voices, or enjoy the fm radio with a retro built in antenna. But, the real excitement about this new model is its awesome sound with stereo speakers and its stereo recording capability. In addition to demoing the player, I will also be describing several new leather bag offerings, a few new gad...
Tek Talk welcomes Joshua Hendrickson who will take us on a tour of the Hable One Bluetooth keyboard. 05/16/2022
May 24, 2022 12:37 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBThe Hable One is a braille keyboard that can be paired with any smartphone using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). It is purposely designed for a smartphone and therefore enjoys a more compact design, sized similar to an iPhone 6. The Hable One enables people to always be in control while using their smartphones in any situation. Hable One is designed to assist your smartphone or tablet with a simple and intuitive interface. Contact your loved ones using your Hable One as a wireless keyboard or u...
Tek Talk welcomes author Anna Dresner to discuss iOS 15 and her book What’s New in iOS 15: A Guide for Blind Users. This program was originally scheduled for April 25. 05/09/2022
May 13, 2022 18:30 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBAnna has written extensively about products used by the blind community, including IOS 15. This time, she will be focusing on a few iOS 15 features, and then will take questions about iOS 15 in general. So please bring your questions. Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected] Anna’s book at nbp.org: https://www.nbp.org/ic/nbp/IOS15-NEW.html
Tek Talk welcomes Janet Dickelman, National Convention Coordinator, American Council of the Blind, to discuss the topic: “The 2022 ACB Convention.” 05/02/2022
May 07, 2022 16:45 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBWant to know about the 2022 ACB National Convention? Join Janet Dickelman, ACB convention coordinator, Saint Paul, MN to find out. Learn about the General Sessions, the Affiliate presentations, the exhibit hall, and the tours. If you can not be there in person, learn how you can listen as a part of The ACB Media Network. There will be time for questions. Presenter Contact Info Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Jason Broughton, the new Director of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, who will speak on the topic Access, Updates & Beyond! 04/18/2022
April 25, 2022 18:29 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJason will discuss the role and importance of the NLS, updates on a few projects that many might not be aware of regarding technology, who is eligible for the service, and the future of services and products that are on the horizon in the area of technology for the vision impaired and print disabled. Presenter Contact Info Jason Broughton, MLIS / MPA / LEAN – Green Belt National Library Service Director National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled 1291 Taylor Street N.W. Was...
Tek Talk welcomes a panel of CSUN attendees sharing upcoming technology and accessibility covered at CSUN. 04/11/2022
April 19, 2022 17:22 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBJoin us on Tek Talk, as we gather technology experts who attended CSUN and share all we learned at the event. This includes braille; in-door navigation; and so much more. Presenter Contact Info Larry Gassman Email: [email protected] John Gassman Email: [email protected] Steve Bauer Email: [email protected] Chris Nova Email: [email protected] Kim Nova Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop and John and Larry Gassman to discuss Old Time Radio and technology 04/04/2022
April 12, 2022 07:40 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBMany of you have asked for this topic. Please join us as we discuss: • Old Time Radio – where can we obtain it for our listening pleasure? • Old time Radio Collecting – how can we get it ourselves • Ways to listen through technology – Alexa, iPhone, podcasting clients, Satellite broadcasts, ETC. • Old time versus New Time or Modern Audio Drama – what is available, how can you find it and samples. Presenter Contact Inf...
Tek Talk welcomes Kim Nova, columnist and editor, to discuss the National Braille Press magazine Our Special. 03/28/2022
April 06, 2022 20:26 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBOur Special was founded in 1927, and is the most popular magazine published by National Braille Press. It comes out six times each year, and covers career issues, fashion, parenting, cooking, maternity, dating, health, and a panoply of other women’s issues. Each issue of the magazine includes articles written by and for blind women, and the slim and convenient pull-out recipe section, “Kitchen Corner.” Kim Nova is delighted to be a columnist for OS, and recently was thrilled to become the p...
Tek Talk welcomes Anat Nulman, USA Business Development Director of RealSAM Pocket, to discuss this new smartphone for the visually impaired. 03/21/2022
March 28, 2022 18:32 - 1 hour - 117 MBRealSAM Pocket is a friendly and easy-to-use voice-activated smartphone designed from the ground up for people who are blind or have low vision. This first of its kind smartphone is powered by a voice dialogue – a type of artificial intelligence (Ai) that allows for rewarding natural language conversations between people and computers. RealSAM Pocket has just launched in the US and has been changing the lives of people who are visually impaired in the UK for the past 4 years. It enables comm...
Tek Talk welcomes Julian Vargas of Mobile Access Technology Training and Consulting to discuss the iPhone SE third generation introduced 3/8/22. 03/14/2022
March 21, 2022 10:23 - 55 minutes - 51 MBJulian has presented at the Best in Tech Conference, the CCLVI/ACB National Convention, The Braille Institute in Los Angeles as well as several events hosted by the NFBCA San Fernando Valley Chapter. Phone: 818-794-9554 Email: [email protected] Website: www.techjv.com
Tek Talk welcomes Katja Danilova, co-founder of Voxmate, discussing in a recorded interview this Android platform which simplifies access for the blind. Katja could not appear live because of the time zone difference with her native Republic of Estonia. 03/07/2022
March 13, 2022 17:54 - 44 minutes - 41 MBVoxmate is the first seamless suite of apps for people with sight loss that brings the joy of using technology instead of struggling with the tools. With Voxmate, you can make calls, scan printed text, read news, listen to audiobooks, play games, chat on the Audio Forum and more with just four swipe Gestures: up, down, left and right. The app gives you instant feedback and reads aloud every content or menu item. It has an intuitive, easy-to-remember interface that is repeated in every Voxma...
Tek Talk welcomes Ron Miller of Vispero to discuss how to use Kindle for PC with JAWS and Braille. 02/28/2022
March 05, 2022 05:54 - 55 minutes - 51 MBMany people love to read books using applications like BARD, and Bookshare. Kindle has been with us for quite a while but is now far more accessible when using JAWS. Please be with us on Monday February 28, as Ron Miller from Vispero will show you how to use Kindle for PC with JAWS and Braille. Presenter Contact Info Ron Miller, Vispero’s Blindness Technology Product Specialist Phone: 800-444-4443 EXT. 1171 or 803-8000 EXT. 1171 Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes David Kingsbury, an Assistive Technology Instructor at The Carroll Center for the Blind in Massachusetts, to discuss his new book entitled “The Windows Screen Reader Primer: All the Basics and More.” 02/21/2022
March 01, 2022 05:43 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBPublished by the Carroll Center, the book is intended to help screen reader users to more effectively use Windows, the Microsoft Office suite, web browsers, and several other important applications. Additional target audiences include assistive technology instructors, teachers of the visually-impaired, and others who provide services to the blind. David will discuss: • Why he wrote the book. • The book’s content. • Ways to efficiently navigate through the book. • ...
Tek Talk welcomes Kim Nova to discuss online dating. 02/14/2022
February 18, 2022 17:36 - 56 minutes - 104 MBIf you’ve considered dipping your toe into the world of online dating, congratulations on thinking about embarking on this adventure. However, before you begin there are many important things to know first. Fortunately, Kim Nova has been there and is happy to provide some helpful tips, tricks and advice for your journey. From dating sites and apps and their accessibility, to straight-forward help in creating dating profiles, and a bit on the red flags to look out for if he or she just seems...
Tek Talk welcomes Mike May and his wife Gena Harper to discuss the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show and what it means for blind persons. 02/07/2022
February 14, 2022 01:20 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBJoin us to hear highlights of the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show from Mike May, GoodMaps Chief Evangelist, and Gena Harper. Mike has been providing his summary of CES for over 20 years. He is currently Chief Evangelist at Goodmaps and has talked about that product on Tek Talk in late 2021. They will touch on popular products, cool products, weird products and accessible products. Presenter contact info: https://goodmaps.com/company/people/5f8f24bfcfdf73000e643b18
Tek Talk welcomes Tanja Milojevic to discuss the new Story More service for the blind. 01/31/2022
February 07, 2022 23:25 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBHow many of you enjoy old time radio or modern radio dramas? Join us on Tek Talk to here all about the new Story More service for the blind. You can think of it like the audio version of Netflix. Come learn more as Tanja Milojevic tells us all about it during the show today. Presenter contact info: Email: [email protected] Links to great information: LightningBolt Theater of the mind: www.lightningbolt.podbean.com My VO website: www.tanjamvoice.com The Transposition of Chloë Br...
Tek Talk How do you read books 01/24/2022
February 02, 2022 16:14 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBTek Talk presents a discussion on the different ways people read and are currently reading books.
Tek Talk welcomes Dan Clark to discuss his newly launched website, “dSurf, the digital surf for accessibility,” and the free training materials he has begun to offer. 01/17/2022
January 23, 2022 18:35 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this evening’s segment we catch up with Dan Clark, recently retired from Freedom Scientific/Vispero. Dan is a former dealer of assistive technology and long time JAWS trainer. We’ll discuss his dSurf website and free training materials including lessons on custom JAWS preferences and settings as well as his most recent training, “Windows 11 with JAWS,” with ten new lessons available. Dan will share how to access the resources available, including: – Lesson plans, vocabulary lists, and an...
Tek Talk welcomes back Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell of Pneuma Solutions to discuss the latest info on their product Scribe. 01/10/2022
January 20, 2022 03:01 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBScribe is a product from Pneuma Solutions, formally Serotek Corporation, that brings some innovative technology for online meetings. Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell describe Scribe this way: The Quickest, Most Accurate Digital Document Remediation Product on the Market for as Low as $0.99 per Page. It’s the only hands-off remediation process eliminating individual document quote requests, providing accessible documents straight from your workflow to the end reader in just seconds. This is trul...
Tek Talk with Chancey Fleet, Assistive Tech Coordinator at the New York Public Library’s Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library, discussing the library’s many assistive technology training programs 01/03/2022
January 10, 2022 07:44 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBTek Talk welcomes Chancey Fleet, Assistive Tech Coordinator at the New York Public Library’s Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library, to discuss the library’s many assistive technology training opportunities and other programs. Presenter Contact Info Chancy Fleet: Assistive Tech Coordinator at the New York Public Library’s Andrew Heiskell Braille & Talking Book Library Email: [email protected]
Tek Talk welcomes Jeff Bishop, Program Manager, Windows Engineering, to discuss using Windows 11 with a Screen Reader. 12/13/2021
December 16, 2021 16:11 - 1 hour - 131 MBWe are excited to share how we are empowering screen reader users to achieve more with what’s coming in Windows 11. This session will focus on an overview of accessibility experiences in Windows 11. This includes: new Start Menu interactions, a new Windows Settings experience, brief comments about an all-new chat experience with your friends and family and more. New Windows hotkeys will also be introduced for things like Quick Settings, Notifications and others. Presenter Contact Info Jeff ...
Tek Talk welcomes a panel from our Tek Talk Planning Team to discuss the reading of print. 12/06/2021
December 13, 2021 12:20 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBAs blind people, how do we go about getting print items read? Do we use apps like Supersense? Do we use services like AIRA, or BE My Eyes? If we have low vision, do we use Magnifiers? Or do we still use human beings to help us with printed materials? Our Tek Talk team will be in place on Monday December 6 to give us some ideas. We also want you to participate with your ideas as well. Zoom invitation The Zoom meeting invitation for this Training Class is the following: Hi there, Larry Gas...
Tek Talk welcomes Denise Russell with Speak To Me Catalog and Dawn Brush with Pampered Chef in part 3 of our 2021 Stocking Stuffers. 11/29/2021
December 05, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBDenise Russell of Speak To Me Catalog will present from 8 to 8:30pm Eastern. We are very happy once again to welcome back Denise Russell the Founder of Speak To Me Catalog. This fine company was founded in July of 1994. Denise and her late husband and dear friend Seth worked tirelessly over the years to expand this fine company. This year once again, Denise will discuss her products for the holiday season. Dawn Brush, independent Pampered Chef Consultant, will present from 8:30 to 9pm East...