RNIB Tech Talk episodes
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Meet The New Chair Of BCAB
The British Computer Association of the Blind has been around for a number of years and now has a new Chair.
Is Facebook Safe?
Following recent concerns over security and data protection on social media platforms like Facebook, Madleen Mann from RNIB’s Technology for Life team discusses these concerns and offers some advice on how to keep our privacy protected online.
The Good, Bad & Ugly of Technology, BCAB, Emails
This week Steven, Shaun and Tim are talking about their technology woes, including issues with audio description and accessibility of apps. There's also an interview with Claire Potter speaking to Jackie Brown, Chair of BCAB. Plus there's lots of news around tech and more of your emails.
Android Phones, Vaux Speaker for Amazon Echo Dot, Windows 10 Improvements, Emails
This week the team discuss Steven’s attempt at using an Android phone and he shares what he has been spending his hard earned tech money on. There’s also the latest news including improvements to Windows 10 accessibility and rumours of the new iPhones that will be coming in June.
The History of Audio Description in Sport
Blind and partially-sighted people have always loved their sport, whether it's football or rugby, tennis or golf.
Amazon Echo Review
RNIB's technology Officer Madleen Mann reviews the Amazon Echo, which is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa (voice-controlled assistant) to play music, control smart home devices, provide information, read the news, set alarms and more.
Hive Active Heating App Review
RNIB's technology Officer Paul Porter reviews the Hive Active Heating App, which is a thermostat that allows you to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone, tablet or laptop.
Apple education event, Facebook controversy, Google Chromebooks
On this week's show Steven, Shaun and Tim are back together again discussing the week in tech news. They discuss the recent Apple education event as well as the controversy around Facebook that is causing concern to their users. There's also a chance to meet Sharon Lyons who produces information around how to use the computer without a keyboard using software such as Google's Chrome operating system, and there's more of your emails.
Assistive Tech Bulletin Is Free!
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Tristan Parker from E-Access Bulletin.
RNIB In Your Pocket Special
This week the team find about the latest version of RNIB In Your Pocket in a special episode where Steven Scott attended the launch of the new device in London. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk