RNIB Tech Talk episodes
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Working from Home, Accessible Statistics Trackers, and Emails
Time for Tech Talk! Many of us now are embracing a slightly different world, which may or may not include working from our homes for the time being. We hear some hints and tips on how to make this work, from Robin Christopherson's son Sam. Also, Robin demos' using a keyboard with iOS, we hear the best accessible way to keep up to date with the latest COVID19 statistics (http://cvstats.net/), and we get to your emails, including a few more regarding the new RNIB reading services For more help with working from home, visit: https://cleartalents.com/contents/simple/working-from-home You can always keep in contact with us by emailing [email protected] or tweet us @RNIBRadio using the hashtag Ask Tech Talk.
Best of CSUN, LinkedIn, and emails
On this week's Tech Talk, Steven and Robin are joined by Shelly Brisbin from Blind Bargains and Paul Porter from RNIB to discuss the best bits from the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2020. Also on the show, Robin explains the benefits of LinkedIn, including navigating the iOS app, and we even squeeze in a few emails, too! Remember, if you would like your questions answered by our helpful team here at RNIB please get in touch. Ask Tech Talk by emailing [email protected] or tweet us @RNIBRadio using the hashtag Ask Tech Talk. And don't forget to call RNIB's Helpline for even more assistance over the phone during the week. Call 0303 123 9999 or search for "technology" on rnib.org.uk.
Code Jumper, CSUN, and Solid State Drives
It's a technical Tech Talk this week! Steven and Robin are joined by David Woodbridge to discuss the release of Code Jumper in the UK, and why it's so important. Also on the show, Steven talks how to use a keyboard with iOS, the Ask Tech Talk this week covers solid state drives, and we also have news on CSUN, a Whirlpool recall, and Android security. Those important details if you would like a question answered, either by us here at Tech Talk, or by the RNIB's Technology for Life team: Email: [email protected] Tweet: @RNIBRadio using the #AskTechTalk. Call: 0303 123 9999
RNIB Reading Services, Spotify, and Talking Calculators
On this week's Tech Talk... The team receives comments from listeners on about the new RNIB Reading Services website, we also chat to listener (and Tech Talk super-fan) Karina Gregory about the new service, Steven tries out using Spotify's app on iOS and Android, and we have an Ask Tech Talk question on talking scientific calculators. All that, plus listener emails, news from the internet and more!
Online Safety, Flippy Phones and AD on the Fire TV Stick
Tech Talk - Steven explains how to access Audio Description on the Fire TV Stick, there's news about the arrival of the next iPhone, the guys talk about how 'flippy phones' are all the rage, we learn more about Online Personal Safety and how Google Glass is back due to Envision AI, and we get to your emails!
Books, Drones and Emails
On this week's Tech Talk, we chat to Alison Long on the recently launched RNIB Reading Services website, which Robin demo's reading a book from, we go flying drones with David Woodbridge, and we get back to listener emails, including discussions on Audio Description, braille and more! Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! A quick reminder, if you have a techie question, no matter how big or small, drop us an email to [email protected], with the subject Ask Tech Talk. Alternatively, you can also use the hashtag #AskTechTalk on Twitter, and you can also call the RNIB's Technology for Life helpline on 0303 123 9999.
Blindshell, Anniversary of Facebook, and Audio Description
Tech Talk Time! Robin and Andy join Steven to review the Blindshell Classic; a durable, stylish, and most importantly, easy to use mobile phone for the blind and visually impaired. We also hear about a rather impressive journey for a Nissan car, we hear about Facebook's anniversary, and in emails, it's more about Audio Description, accessible burglar alarm systems, and also cover voiceover on EPG's. All this and plenty more! Just a reminder, you can contact us via email ([email protected]), and your Ask Tech Talk queries can be directed to the hashtag #AskTechTalk on twitter, or you can ask the Technology for Life team at RNIB by calling the Helpline on 0303 123 9999.
Catching Up On Correspondence
Emails, we get emails, we get your emails every day! This week's Tech Talk is dedicated to catching up on correspondence! Everything from Audio Description, Apple TV and VoiceOver, the importance of braille, Sky Q and even accessible smart meters. We also even have an #AskTechTalk, on hands free smart phones. As always, you can join the conversation by emailing [email protected]. You can also use the hashtag #AskTechTalk on Twitter, and the helpline telephone number for the Technology for Life team at RNIB is 0303 123 9999.
JAWS 2020, Ask Tech Talk, and Missing Audio Description
It's Tuesday, which means it's time for Tech Talk! Steven is joined by Robin to discuss what is new in JAWS 2020, we find all about an accessible Media Downloader software, and we also catch up with Producer Andy to cover another #AskTechTalk, and loads more of your emails, including more Audio Description issues! Huge thanks for all emails you've sent in; we try to get to as many as we can during the show! As always, you can join the conversation by emailing [email protected] Also, don't forget, if you have a question, no matter how big or small, ask the Technology for Life team at RNIB by calling the Helpline on 0303 123 9999, or tweet by using the hashtag #AskTechTalk
CES Roundup, Accessible Coffee, and #AskTechTalk
Robin and Steven are back for another Tech Talk! On this week: Steven Scott discusses news from Consumer Electronics Show, Robin explains how to make an accessible cup of coffee, and Andy joins us for a return of #AskTechTalk, and a few emails as well. Have a question for the team? Join the conversation by emailing [email protected] #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk