RNIB Tech Talk

231: Apple Watch, News from the internet, Emails

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week the gang are joined by visually impaired Channel 4 announcer Corrie Brown who joins the guys to talk about her experience of the Apple Watch...

236: E Access Bulletin June 2018 Update.

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks with Tristan Parker, Editor of the free monthly bulletin, for a flavour of what's in the latest i...

Technology Review: Audiobooks And Where To Find Them

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us the latest accessible technology review. This week Paul gives us his roundup of best ways of list...

235: Apple WWDC 2018 Special

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz and Shaun Preece to talk about the latest developments from Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference he...

Technology Review: Accessible Phones

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us the latest accessible technology review. This week we’re looking at what accessible mobile phon...

229: Accessible gaming, GDPR, Emails

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 volu...

228: Android, News, Emails

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 w...

Is Reading Braille A Dying Art?

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 out...

229: Dolphin Computer Access, Emails

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week we focus on the company Dolphin Computer Access – a UK based specialist software company that makes products that enable blind and partial...

Spring Cleaning With Windows 10 Update

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Is the thought of a Windows update causing you anxiety? Are you concerned how the accessibility features will be affected? Find out if ‘Technology...

227: Emails, emails and more emails

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Technology Review - FlickType

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review. Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul take...

225: Aria news, Weekly whines, Orcam My Eye 2.0, Emails

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Smart House For The Blind

25 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 Vin...

Technology Review - Eye-D App

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

'Technology for Life' team's Paul Porter brings us his latest accessible technology review. Chatting to RNIB Connect Radio's Simon Pauley, Paul inve...

224: DWP report into assistive technology, New resources to learn tech, Driverless baby buggy, Emails

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show Steven and Shaun are joined by Lydia Hulme to discuss the news in tech. The team discuss the recent report by the Department of W...

Meet The New Chair Of BCAB

20 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The British Computer Association of the Blind has been around for a number of years and now has a new Chair. Jackie Brown has taken up the role, and...

Is Facebook Safe?

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Following recent concerns over security and data protection on social media platforms like Facebook, Madleen Mann from RNIB’s Technology for Life te...

223: The Good, Bad & Ugly of Technology, BCAB, Emails

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim are talking about their technology woes, including issues with audio description and accessibility of apps.  There's ...

222: Android Phones, Vaux Speaker for Amazon Echo Dot, Windows 10 Improvements, Emails

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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’...

The History of Audio Description in Sport

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

Amazon Echo Review

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

RNIB's technology Officer Madleen Mann reviews the Amazon Echo, which is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa (voice-controlled assis...

Hive Active Heating App Review

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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...

221: Apple education event, Facebook controversy, Google Chromebooks

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Assistive Tech Bulletin Is Free!

29 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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...

220: RNIB In Your Pocket Special

27 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Soundscape App For Navigation

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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. Soun...

Welcome App Is Really Taking Off

26 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The Welcome app has been designed by Edinburgh based tech solutions company NeateBox to improve the provision of service to customers with disabilitie...

Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones Review

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Evans from RNIB’s Technology For Life team reviews the latest ‘Beats Studio 3' wireless headphones. Mark is talking to RNIB Connect Radio’...

219: Accessible science museum, VI Tech Solutions, RNIB In Your Pocket review, Apple events

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Driverless Cars: The Future Is Here

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As driverless cars start to being their testing in the UK we ask if blind and partially sighted people could one day use this technology to enhance th...

218: Driverless cars, Braille e-reader, Bose glasses, Alexa's 'spooky' laugh

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show, Steven and Shaun are joined by Lydia Hulme to review the week’s news in technology. There’s also a chance to find out how S...

217: Soundscape, HomePod thoughts, News and more emails

06 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven, Shaun and Tim discuss the new Microsoft Soundscape app that blind people are talking about – a new app that helps blind people bet...

216: Calibre Audio Library app, Apple HomePod review, Potter's Picks

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show Steven and Shaun are joined by new co-host Lydia Hulme once again. The trio are joined by Peter Gurney from Calibre Audio Librar...

Cyber Security

21 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Scott presents a special report into cyber security and offers advice to blind and partially sighted people about how to stay safe online. St...

Blindshell Mobile Phone

21 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you've always fancied a smartphone but think they're too complicated or difficult to use, why not consider the Blindshell mobile? It's available ...

215: Cyber crime, Blindshell mobile phone, Potter's Picks for personal care

20 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show we hear about how to stay safe online and offer tips on how to avoid online cyber criminals getting hold of your data. RNIB Tech...

Top Tips: Interact With Technology Companies

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Find out about the best ways to contact technology companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Google and Amazon if you are blind or partially sighted and are...

The Smart Home of 2018

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Scott picks out eight items that he thinks can make your home super-smart in 2018! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

214: Smart home of 2018, Ways to interact with tech companies if you're disbaled, Potters Picks, Emails

13 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven Scott is joined by Shaun Preece and Tim Schwartz to discuss this week's news in tech. This week there's a look at the growing list of...

How To: Using VoiceView on Kindle Fire Tablet

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you have purchased or are considering purchasing an Amazon tablet and would benefit from using a screen reader, you should try out VoiceView.  The...

213: El Braille, Tech News, Potter's Picks

06 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven and Shaun meet new co-host Lydia Hume to discuss the week's news in tech. Also, former regular guest Julie Rodaway returns to tell us...

212: HomePod arrives in UK, JAWS learning resources, More Echo skills, Recording with tech, Potters Picks

30 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show Steven is joined by Tim and Shaun again to talk about the week in tech news. Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet shows us yet a...

211: Guide to Fire Tablet screenreader, Echo skills, Hobby tech, Emails

23 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show, Steven is joined by Shaun and Tim to discuss the latest news in tech. There’s a guide to using Voiceview software on the Amaz...

210: CES roundup, Virgin inflight entertainment, Magnification, Learning to touch type

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Scott is joined by Tim Schwartz to talk about the news from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas last week. There is also an extended int...

Associated Optical: Magnifiers And More

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Scott sits down this week with Ian Hughes from the company Associated Optical.  The company sells a wide range of magnification products inclu...

Virgin's Inflight Entertainment System Is Made Accessible

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you are heading on your holidays this year and happen to end up on a Virgin flight, why not check out their new fully accessible inflight entertain...

Potter's Picks: Learning To Type

16 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

If you love gadgets that don't cost the earth, you'll love our new feature called Potter's Picks. Clare Potter will bring you three items every week t...

Top Tip: Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter Images

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that blind people can 'see' images on their computer - but only if you tell them what's in the picture.  Adding an image description has...

The Great Computer Chip Debacle

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You might have heard in the news how a security flaw in computer chips could have left our personal computers open to attack by hackers.  Steven Scot...

Episode #209: Microchips, CES 2018, Adding Image Descriptions to Twitter, Emails

09 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven Shaun and Tim are reunited after the holidays to discuss the latest news in the world of accessible tech. This week they discuss the ...

Episode #208: The Review of 2017

26 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Steven Scott looks back at the year in tech that was 2017, including your views on Apple's 10 years of the iPhone, Amazon's leap into accessibility an...

Episode #207: Seeing AI Update, Potters Picks of smartphone accessories, Emails

19 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks show, Steven is joined by Tim Schwartz to discuss the latest news about the free Seeing AI app. There's also lots of your emails answer...

Episode #206: Holiday Gift Guide Special

13 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week Steven and Shaun run down the top gifts that blind and partially sighted people might want for Christmas. The list includes everything from...

Episode #205: Internet security, Thoughts on Seeing AI, Potters Picks of braille products

05 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show Steven and Shaun talk about internet security following concerns in the mainstream media about Kaspersky, the Moscow based anti-vi...

Specialist vs Mainstream Tech: The Discussion

29 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Steven and Shaun are joined by Robin Christopherson from AbilityNet to discuss the benefits and challenges of specialist and mainstream technology. Jo...

An Accessible Freeview Solution

29 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you struggle to find out what's on TV or what channel you are watching, then listener Raymond might just have the answer for you. Link to product -...

Sky Q: A Possible Accessibility Solution?

29 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The new Sky Q box offers lots of options to enjoy television, but some of the accessibility functions are leaving some users feeling cut off. Could a...

Using Talkback On A Samsung Phone

29 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that Samsung has developed their own version of Talkback for their range of Android smartphones? Listener Alexander has been in touch to...

Episode #204: Specialist vs mainstream tech, Potters Pick of magnifiers, Your views on Seeing AI

28 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week the team discuss a hotly contested topic - specialist vs mainstream technology - but is there a right choice? Robin Christopherson of Abilit...

Episode #203: Seeing AI app, Accessible TV, Your emails

21 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show Steven Shaun and Tim discuss the latest news in the world of tech, in particular the announcement that Microsoft's Seeing AI app i...

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #007: Seeing AI app

14 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

After what feels like years of waiting, the Seeing AI app from Microsoft is here. But what is it and what is the fuss all about? Our reporter Scott ...

Episode #202: Blindfold Games, Android vs iOS, Potters Picks

14 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On the show this week, Steven Shaun and Tim talk about the latest news about Blindfold Games being allowed to continue to appear on the Apple app stor...

Episode #201: IKEA smart lights, iPhone X first thoughts

07 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode the team talk about the new IKEA smart bulbs that work with Amazon Alexa and Siri on your phone, plus they talk about the new i...

Episode #200: Jaws 2018 news, AirPods review, Potters Picks

31 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week the tech trio celebrate their 200th episode with more of the latest tech news, including the latest on Jaws 2018 and an apparent issue with ...

Episode #199: Microsoft accessibility update, Accessible battery chargers, Potter's Picks

24 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks show, the tech trio discuss the latest tech new including the latest from Microsoft and their new Fall Creators Update which includes bi...

Accessible Battery Charger

24 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a way to keep your smartphone or tablet charged while on the move, listener and contributor Julie Rodaway might have an accessib...

Learning Android: The Basics

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Listener Riz has been in touch to share his thoughts on getting to grips with the Android phone with Talkback, the free screenreader built into every ...

A Listener Review of Sight Village Manchester

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Find out what long time listener and contributor Julie Rodaway thought of the latest Sight Village exhibition that was close to her in Manchester. #RN...

Recognise Text Using Your Android Device

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to independently read documents and notes that are written down using your Android smartphone, one of our listeners has a special list of ...

Get Amazon's Alexa On Your Smartphone

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you've always wanted Amazon's Alexa smart assistant on your smartphone, you now can with an app called Reverb AI. Listener Jake Holt got in touch ...

Call Or Text Using Your Amazon Echo

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

A new feature has been added to the current range of Amazon Echo devices that lets you call or text your family members or friends. Tim Schwartz has ...

Can TV Become More Accessible?

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

#TechTalk listener Mel has been in touch to ask what is being done to make TV more accessible? For example, how can the electronic programme guide (E...

Watch TV Without A Screen?

23 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you are blind or have low vision to the extent that you've stopped watching TV on the traditional screen, you might be interested to know how one o...

Episode #198: Android smartphones, Talkback accessibility, Kitchen gadgets

17 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show the tech trio discuss Steven's first week with his new Android smartphone. Also listener Riz helps us understand Talkback better ...

Episode #197: Google products, Reverb AI app review, Sight Village Manchester, Three items under £100

10 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, the tech trio discuss the latest offerings from Google. Listener Jake Holt tells us about the Reverb AI app, and Julie Rodaway r...

Episode #196: Amazon's new products, Accessible television, Watching TV without a screen

03 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, the team discuss the latest surprise announcement from Amazon about their six new products. Plus listener Mel gets in touch to as...

Braille News with Julie Rodaway

27 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Tech Talk's champion of braille is back! Julie Rodaway returns to Tech Talk to discuss the latest news in braille, including the new Elbraille and Fo...

Episode #195: iOS 11 bugs, Fire TV accessibility updates, New braille displays

26 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s show, the team discuss the bugs found in Apple’s new operating system for it’s smartphone and tablet. There’s also a chance to...

App Review: BlindSight for Android

19 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

BlindSight uses cutting edge artificial intelligence to see the world as humans do. Technology in the app converts images from your phone's camera int...

Apple Face ID: Is It Accessible?

14 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

There are concerns from members of the visually impaired community about whether the new Face ID security feature on the latest iPhone X smartphone wi...

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #006: Amazon Echo

11 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Geek Out our tech trio are Paul, Madleen and Mohammed from RNIB Technology for Life team. The group get together to discuss the pr...

Seeing AI app from Microsoft

18 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Microsoft have launched a new app called Seeing AI, which aims to help blind and partially sighted people identify the world around them. Listen to Sh...

Review: Aira Glasses

18 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably heard by now about the new glasses from Aira but if you want to know what they're really like then this review by Kayaker should hopef...

Listener Review: Jake's Bluetooth Keyboard

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you are a fan of keyboards, and let's be honest, who isn't? Listen to Jake's review of his new bluetooth keyboard which can do a lot more than you...

Review: Milestone Daisy Player

11 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Want to read books easily while out about? Julie Rodaway finds out about the portable Daisy Player from Milestone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Using Audio Description On Amazon Fire Stick

04 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to access audio description on Amazon content using your Amazon Fire Stick, Shaun has the info for you! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Blind Youtuber James Rath

27 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ever thought about making movies but think your visual impairment might hold you back - meet James Rath. He has a Youtube channel and is ...

A Personal Assistant In Your Glasses

27 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine being able to read that label on a jacket, or find a store you are looking for? For blind and partially sighted people, these are daily challe...

Episode #185: Blind YouTuber, Aira glasses, Emails

27 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, Steven and Shaun are joined by James Rath - the blind Youtuber who recently interviewed Apple CEO Tim Cook. Also there's an inte...

Episode #184: Amaxon audio description review, YouView adds Alexa support, Waistband mobility aids

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show the team discuss the new Amazon Prime Video audio description offering with blind tech geek and host of podcast Life After Blindne...

Amazon and Audio Description: A User's View

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The host of the popular podcast Life After Blindness, Tim Schwartz, stopped by the studio this week to talk to Steven and Shaun about the new audio de...

Amazon and Audio Description: A Listener View

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Listener Paul Porter has been in touch to share his thoughts on the news that Amazon will be rolling out audio description across it's original progra...

Driverless Bus/Train Takes To Streets In China

20 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Is it a train? Is it a bus? Well, it's actually both! Alex Symington reports on this new form of hybrid driverless transport being trialled in Chin...

App Review: Tap Tap See

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Our listener Tony Costas Sneddon sent in a review of his favourite app - Tap Tap See. Find out how the app can help you find out what's around you wh...

Binaural Headphones from Hooke Audio

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Our co-host Julie Rodaway has just bought herself a new pair of headphones from Hooke Audio. They record in binaural stereo which creates an amazing ...

Could Digital Voting Be Easier For Blind People?

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Voting has been a fairly standard procedure in the UK for many years but for blind and partially sighted people it can be difficult. Even with additi...

Amazon Announces Support For Audio Description

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The US retailer Amazon has announced that they are adding support for audio description on their Amazon Prime online streaming content in the next few...

Episode #183: Amazon announces audio description support, Binaural headphones, Tap Tap See

13 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week the tech trio talk about the news from Amazon that they are now supporting audio description, plus Julie reviews a new pair of headphones sh...

Episode #182: Unapologetically Apple!

06 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This week the tech team go international to talk about Apple's WWDC conference. Steven, Shaun and Julie are joined by the man known only as Kayaker a...