RNIB Tech Talk episodes
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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. But is sport fully accessible to blind people? David Tanner who's reported on sport for both TV and radio for many years and provides audio described commentary, looks at how the service differs between sports, finds out how blind fans feel about the service they receive, and if there is any way it can be improved further….
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. Madleen is talking 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]
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. Paul is talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell. 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]
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. We discuss some of the topics, ahead of the release of the next issue of the free monthly bulletin, focusing on assistive technology. This month's topics include, the new Soundscape GPS app from Microsoft and Guide dogs, assistive tech awards & much more. #RNIBConnect
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
Soundscape App For Navigation
The UK charity Guide Dogs has teamed up with global tech giant Microsoft to develop and release a new app for blind and partially sighted people. Soundscape is a new slant on personal GPS and uses 3D sound to build an audio picture of your surroundings as you walk, or travel in a vehicle. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jenny Cook, from Guide Dogs, and Jarnail Chudge, From Microsoft, to learn more about the free app, which is available via the Apple App Store right now... #RNIBConnect
Welcome App Is Really Taking Off
The Welcome app has been designed by Edinburgh based tech solutions company NeateBox to improve the provision of service to customers with disabilities. The app is set up by the user and when they approach a venue with the tech installed, the customer service representatives or staff are alerted to their arrival and any special requirements the customer has prioritised. The versatile app is being used for shops, visitor attractions, transport hubs and much, much more. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Gavin Neate, founder of the company, to learn more about the app and the latest venue to recognise the positive applications it can provide... #RNIBConnect
Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones Review
Mark Evans from RNIB’s Technology For Life team reviews the latest ‘Beats Studio 3' wireless headphones. Mark is talking to RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell. 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]
Accessible science museum, VI Tech Solutions, RNIB In Your Pocket review, Apple events
On this week's show, Steven goes AWOL and leaves Tim and Shaun to carry the can, but can they cope? Well it appears that they can as they discuss a new accessible science museum in Manchester specifically aimed at young blind and partially sighted people. Also on the menu is a review of RNIB in your Pocket ahead of its launch next week and Claire Potter speaks to accessible technology company VI Tech Solutions about the products they sell, plus there's news about CSUN in San Diego plus and lots more. #RNIBConnect #RNIBTechTalk