RNIB Tech Talk episodes
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Accessible gaming, GDPR, Emails
This week Steven, Shaun and Tim are talking tech once again. This time they are joined by visually impaired games fan James Kyle who is an RNIB volunteer to talk about accessible gaming and the enjoyment he gets out of it. We also summarise the information surrounding the new EU legislation that has just been brought in called GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). We also read through more of your emails and keep you up to date on the week in tech news. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
Android, News, Emails
This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss the week's news in tech. We also meet our new Android Anorak called Riz who answers your questions on the smartphone alternative. And there's more of your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
Is Reading Braille A Dying Art?
It’s estimated that less than 8% of visually impaired people in the UK can read braille. However, with advancing technology and changes to the outdated braille readers there is talk about a potential raise in literacy levels. James Bowden, RNIB’s braille technical officer, tells us more about what the future of braille could have in store for us. James spoke to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley. For more information or to enter the Onkyo Braille Essay Contest visit: https://www.rnib.org.uk/braille-and-moon-%E2%80%93-tactile-codes-writing-and-producing-braille/braille-writing-competition
Dolphin Computer Access, Emails
This week we focus on the company Dolphin Computer Access – a UK based specialist software company that makes products that enable blind and partially sighted people to easier access their computers. Also we read through more of your emails.
Spring Cleaning With Windows 10 Update
Is the thought of a Windows update causing you anxiety? Are you concerned how the accessibility features will be affected? Find out if ‘Technology for Life’ team’s Mohammed Atif can ease your mind with his latest review of the Windows 10 Spring Creator’s Update. Mohammed spoke to RNIB Connect Radio’s Simon Pauley. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: [email protected]
Emails, emails and more emails
This week we decided to catch up on our email inbox and get through more of your emails. Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Lydia Hulme and we also hear more of your Weekly Whines as well as some of the latest news in tech. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
Technology Review - FlickType
'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review. Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul takes a closer look at FlickType, a keyboard app for Apple devices aimed to help visually impaired people get the best typing experience. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: [email protected]
Aria news, Weekly whines, Orcam My Eye 2.0, Emails
This week Steven and Shaun are joined by Tim again to discuss the week in tech news. This week there is a special announcement about Aira glasses and we hear your weekly whines about technology. Also we meet Ian White from Orcam to hear about their latest product - the My Eye 2.0. And of course there are your emails which are always welcome. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk
Smart House For The Blind
Imagine a world where you can try out the latest technology in a setting that is as close to your own home as possible. That’s exactly what St Vincent’s school in Liverpool have done. Along with partners, they have built a smart house which showcases assistive technology and how it can support people with visual impairments to live more independently. Danielle Colcolmbe from RNIB went along to see the house for herself and to share her experience with us.
Technology Review - Eye-D App
'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review. Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul investigates the free reading app, Eye-D and tells us whether it's worth giving it a try. If you have any questions, concerns, or would just like some advice on how to use your accessible technology contact the 'Technology for Life' team by calling: 0303 123 9999, or by emailing to: [email protected]