Connect: Technology

Steaming Asian stir fry in a wok.

ckbk - the online cookbook that's perfect for blind foodies

We asked one of our Technology for Life coordinators to review a new online cookbook that's giving blind foodies access to thousands of recipes.
Man sits outside wearing headphones and holding a tablet device.

Apps for listening on the move

We asked our Technology for Life coordinators and volunteers to tell us about their favourite apps for listening and audio entertainment.
Woman using smartphone camera to look at label on food product in a supermarket

Using Be My Eyes to take a home coronavirus test

RNIB have worked alongside the Department of Health and Social Care to bring about the possibility of using Be My Eyes to take a home coronavirus test.
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Auditorial brings a new way of accessible storytelling to life

RNIB has teamed up with the Guardian and Google to launch a brand-new accessible storytelling website.
A new Amazon Echo sitting on a table, with a pot plant, a pair of glasses and a cup.

Connect to RNIB by simply saying “Alexa, call RNIB Helpline”

A simple voice command, spoken to an Alexa-enabled device, triggers a new functionality on Amazon and was developed in partnership with RNIB.
Lady with iPhone X on beach

Apps to help you get out and about this Spring

Five top app recommendations from our Technology for Life volunteers and staff for getting out and about as lockdown eases.
Technology tips for people with dementia and sight loss

How people living with dementia can find the technology they need

Alzheimer Scotland’s digital team has created a platform to help anyone living with dementia, or supporting someone with dementia, to find the right technology at the right time.
Older man in a gym, smiling and looking at his watch.

Apps and gadgets to help you look after your health and wellbeing

Five top technology recommendations from our Technology for Life volunteers.
Closeup of woman holding a phone to navigate travel in the city

NaviLens - the navigation and labelling app empowering people with sight loss

NaviLens is a navigation and labelling app designed for blind and partially sighted users. It's found all across the world and you can use it at home too.

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