Blind Level Tech

Summary Kelvin Crosby, the inventor of the SeemeCane, joins the conversation to discuss his recent trip and the exciting developments with the Seemecane. He shares his experience visiting the Louisiana Association for the Blind, where they will be manufacturing the SeeMecanes. Kelvin emphasizes the importance of universal design and accessibility in technology, highlighting the need to prioritize...

Summary In this conversation, Jonathan and Evan discuss the new features and updates in JAWS, a screen reader software. They focus on the Picture Smart AI feature, which uses AI to generate descriptions of images. They also talk about the Voice Assistant feature, which allows users to control JAWS using voice commands. Mohammed Laachir, a tech guru from Vispero, joins the conversation to provide m...

Summary In this conversation, Jonathan, Evan, and Oksana discuss various topics related to technology and accessibility. They talk about their weekends, the farthest person they've talked to, and Oksana's experience using different operating systems. Oksana shares her challenges and successes in using Android and Mac, as well as her work in testing websites for accessibility. They also touch on th...

Summary In this episode, Evan and Jonathan are joined by Ellie White to discuss the accessibility of medical devices, specifically insulin pumps and glucose monitors. Ellie shares her experience managing type 1 diabetes and the challenges she faces with the current lack of accessibility in these devices. They also discuss the importance of advocacy and legislation to improve accessibility in medic...

Summary In this episode, Evan and Jonathan discuss upcoming guests, changes in hosting, and the launch of a new podcast called Game Changers. They also announce a call for a co-host for Game Changers and provide details on the application process. Other topics covered include upcoming events, the Sandwich of the Week, merchandise, and the upcoming BLT Bites miniseries. Takeaways Upcoming episodes...

Embracing Life with Blind Technologies: A Discussion on Braille Keyboards In this episode of Blind Level Tech, hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes share their experiences from the recent winter storm and St. Patrick's Day, alongside a discussion about living actively with blindness. They introduce the Orbit Writer, a portable Braille keyboard compatible with various devices, offering an in-depth...

In this conversation, Jonathan and Evan discuss various aspects of ride-sharing services, focusing on Uber and Lyft. They explore the concept of well-rounded living, the potential freedom offered by self-driving cars, the ease of getting started with Uber and Lyft, financial assistance programs for ride-sharing, the issue of service animals and Uber's loophole, and the Uber Pet option. In this con...

Summary Blind Level Tech celebrates its one-year anniversary and expresses gratitude to guests and listeners. The conversation covers various topics, including the collaboration between Chat GPT-4 and Be My Eyes, Netflix's new text options for captioning, accessibility updates for audio descriptions and ASL communications in live entertainment, Apple's accessibility features and devices, and futur...

Summary In this episode, Jonathan and Evan discuss the weird weather in Colorado and make some announcements. They then dive into the topic of air fryers and recommend two apps: Wilder Watcher Minder for hydration reminders and a smart Alexa skill for creating cheesy music. Evan shares his experience with the Kosari Pro 3 dual blaze air fryer, including the setup process and the unique features of...

In this conversation, Evan and Jonathan catch up on recent episodes and collaborations with museums. They discuss the features and improvements in iOS 17, including the magnifier app with OCR capabilities, VoiceOver enhancements, adjustable per-voice settings, and the personal voice and live speech feature. They also mention the ability to adjust Siri's speaking rate. The episode concludes with th...

Blind Level Tech: Empowered Living with Tech Accessibility Join Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes in this insightful episode of Blind Level Tech, where they discuss the importance and impact of accessible technologies for blind individuals. The episode features a special guest, Idan Meir, from Right-Hear, an orientation solution for blind and visually impaired people. They also examine interesting t...

Exploring Accessible Tech & Inclusive Living with Tom Babinszki Co-hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes, of Blind Level Tech, welcome guest Tom Babinszki in this enlightening episode. Following the introduction and Tom sharing his experiences as a coin collector and audio recorder, he discusses his company Even Grounds. Focused on making events, venues, and locations accessible for people wit...

Blind Level Tech with Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes: Exciting Discussions on Accessibility, Website Design Principles, and Listener Questions In this episode, hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes at Blind Level Tech engage in an enlightening discussion on blind technologies and accessibility. They begin with their personal updates, and then discuss crucial principles of website design for blind...

Blind Level Tech: The Roomba Chronicles and Swiffer Stories Dive into this week's frothy blend of blind tech talk and house-keeping adventures with Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes! We dive into the world of robotic vacuums, reveal our 'Swiffer stories', and keep it cool amid subzero temperatures. Plus, we share our favorite sandwiches and give a shout-out opportunity to our amazing listeners! Stay...

Moving Out and Setting Up Your Own Place: Tips and Tech for the blind and low-vision community. In this new episode from Blind Level Tech, co-hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes share experiences and tips about moving out and setting up your own place from a visually impaired perspective. Evan talks about his personal experience of moving into his new apartment, including setting up appliances,...

Tech Outlook 2024: Evolving Trends, Challenges, and Innovations in The Blind Community Hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes discuss key trends and predictions for the year 2024 in the blind technologies space. Topics include the growing influence of artificial intelligence, implications of cybersecurity, blurred lines between digital and real world, business integration and security, and accessib...

Blind Level Tech: Year in Review & Looking Forward to 2024 Join Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes as they look back on the evolution and achievements of Blind Level Tech in 2023. They celebrate the podcast's progress, the diverse guests they've featured, and their expansion to global audiences. They highlight some personal and professional growth, favorite episodes, and unique tech discussions....

Blind Level Tech: Navigating the Holidays and Christmas Gift Tips Join Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes on this Christmas edition of Blind Level Tech. In this episode, they discuss gift ideas and considerations for those with vision loss, emphasizing the importance of experience-based gifts, practical technologies, and adaptive equipment. They also recommend avoiding overly 'talkative' gadgets and...

Blind Level Tech: Top 5 Tech Gifts Guide & Holiday Reflections In this episode of Blind Level Tech, hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes share a lively discussion about the holiday season, personal traditions, and amusing childhood memories. They then shift to spotlight five key tech gift recommendations for this year, including a wireless gaming headset from Corsair, an iClever folding Bluet...

Navigating Mental Health: Tech and Self-Care Conversations In this episode of Blind Level Tech, hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes candidly discuss the importance of mental health, especially in the context of blindness and vision loss. The conversation covers a variety of mental health apps, including Calm, Rise Sleep, Bible App, and BetterHelp, breaking down their functionalities, benefits, a...

Blind Level Tech Thanksgiving Episode: Giving Thanks & Future Plans In this episode of Blind Level Tech, hosts Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes discuss the importance of gratitude and share personal anecdotes about what they are thankful for. They also discuss their plans for Thanksgiving and experiences related to the holiday season. They discuss some changes with their company, including a na...

Unveiling the Latest in Blind Technologies: Featuring Blind Level Tech's Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes In this riveting episode of Blind Level Tech, Jonathan Price and Evan Starnes navigate you through a captivating exploration of the latest in blind technologies. The hosts chat about their weekends before delving into an in-depth discussion with their special guest, Mohammed. Mohammed unveils t...

in this episode Jonathan and Evan have a lively chat with the one and only Chris Peltz, discussing and providing advice regarding blind grilling and hunting. The conversation includes discussing technologies used in grilling and hunting, giving innovative solutions to potential issues, and even incorporating some cooking techniques. Towards the end, the hosts and guest discuss the best sandwiches...

Today we go down through the Echo Chamber with Gar Bartos of Echobatix. This app for IOS is incredibly powerful and will give you the freedom to simply point at a label and have the information given to you on a silver platter. Well, maybe not silver. Unless you have the space grey iPhone then maybe silver... I digress. gary and his team are out to change the way you see the world, how you react t...

Ok, we're back with another week of BLT and we are so thankful for all of those who have come on our show and all the amazing listeners. Today we are "Waving, waving through a window" and looking at the accessible features of Windows 11. Enjoy this fun episode! Blind Level Tech (BLT) is a fun new show dedicated to the use of technology for those who are blind and have visual impairments. We'll wal...