ACB Focus: Technology

20240707 1430 Navigating the Future-Unveiling AI-Powered Innovations in JAWS Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   Attendees joined Ryan Jones to discuss what has been going on with JAWS and ZoomText over the past year and how AI is helping us break down barriers. You don't want to miss learning about Picture Smart AI, Face in View, and what we are doing next! Let's joi...

20240706 1430 RSVA Program - Tech It Out Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media 3   Attendees learned iPhone and Android tips for entrepreneurs, attendees heard about various apps and how to use them effectively.   Edited By: Janet Ingber

20240629 1400 Get to Know Computers for The Blind Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Computers For the Blind is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to bridging the digital divide for people who are blind or who have low vision in the US, by providing affordable and accessible refurbished computers and training. Attendees joined BITS and Unmute Presents' Marty Sobo, along with Comp...

20240629 1230 Managing Those Workplace Technology Hassles Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 4   Attendees discovered strategies to address those vexing technology inaccessibility challenges from the application process through doing the work you are hired to do.   Edited By: Michael Babcock

20240629 1100 AI in the Workplace Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 3   Are you a JAWS user? This session is for you. Learn tips, tricks, and techniques to take advantage of AI across products and services. World-renowned technologist, Brian Hartgen, joined us where he shared many techniques to optimize your use of AI tools and services. If productivity, efficiency, and profound i...

20240628 1400 Implementation and Maintenance of Websites for Affiliates and Chapters Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2   **          ACB Affiliates and Chapters in 2024 need to have a website to reach current and potential members. This session walked attendees through the necessary tools you need to build your home on the web. From domain names to web hosting and content manage...

20240628 1100 A Look at AI Platforms – Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2   In our second session we dove deep into what technology exists today that is both inclusive and accessible for everyone. What is the key aspects of each of the big players around AI and why you might use one over the other. We uncover the last trends in AI across all the big players and platforms, includi...

20240627 1400 Productivity Apps on Your iOS Device-Helping You Work Smarter, Not Harder Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Your iOS device is a powerful computer that fits right in the palm of your hand, and it comes preloaded with several apps that can help you work smarter, not harder. In this session, iBug Today members Sandhya Rao and Brad Snyder showed attendees how they c...

20240627 1400 For Everyone Interested in Amateur Radio Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 5   Lucinda Moody, AB8WF, the Handiham Program Coordinator, spoke to us about the Handiham program and about ham radio in general.   Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

20240627 1100 Using AI Ethically and Responsibly Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2024, on ACB Media 2   The invention of artificial intelligence has been with us for decades but now it is becoming pivotal in the lives of those that utilize technology. Attendees learned from a panel of technology experts, users, and enthusiasts about the current state of AI. We focused on using this technology ethi...

20230702 1300 CCLVI Vendor Showcase Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media   Can't wait to experience new tech at the exhibit hall? Whet your appetite for accessibility as vendors demonstrated new assistive technology. Participants played with gadgets, asked questions, and planned their time in the exhibit hall.   Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230702 1430 What’s New with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media   Participants joined Ryan Jones from Vispero for the annual User Group meeting. All skill levels were welcome. We demonstrated and discussed the recent developments and look at what's coming in 2024. We also discussed how you can help shape the future of our products.   Edited By:  Doug Huns...

20230705 1600 Explore the Levels of Low Vision Technology Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media 3   Do you love the flashiest new tech? Maybe you prefer no-tech options or something in between. Attendees explored high tech, low tech, and no tech solutions for people with low vision.

20230705 1300 Unfolding Aira's Roadmap Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media   Attendees journeyed from the Aira product manager's desk to states like Colorado and Alabama, and the corporate offices of some well-known brands to show you what's coming in the world of visual interpreting.   Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230704 1730 StellarTrek Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media   Participants took a journey with HumanWare as they learned about what's new with the StellarTrek. This presentation showcased what's new with this compact GPS and text-reading device. StellarTrek can help you navigate your environment, from reading addresses on doors, to signs on businesses, text has never been this easy...

20230701 1600 Devices and services accessibility at Amazon Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4   Amazon obsesses about customer delight, and that includes customers with disabilities. In this session, we discussed the latest accessibility features for Fire TV, Fire tablet, Echo Show, Echo Frames, and more. We shared more about Prime Video's journey to make audio descriptions as com...

20230701 1600 RSVA-Tips and Tricks for the iPhone and MAC Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4   Listeners heard about using the iPhone more easily. Some great apps for the phone were also discussed. You'll also learn about programs on the MAC. Presenter: Diane Scalzi, Blind Information Technology Specialists Treasurer, Saint Clair Shores, MI   Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230703 1730 VictorReader Stream 3 Originally Broadcasted July 3, 2023, on ACB Media   Participants joined HumanWare to learn about what's new with the VictorReader Stream 3. The VictorReader Stream 3 has been updated with many new highly requested features. In this presentation, you learned about the enhancements and changes incorporated into the world's most popular book reader. We added Blueto...

20230701 1430 RSVA-Tech it Out! Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4   This session had speakers telling about gadgets and tech used by blind persons. We asked the audience for favorite ones.   Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230622 1430 Responsible AI is Accessible AI-Microsoft's approach to the future of accessible technology. Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2023, on ACB Media 5   AI is rapidly transforming the digital world. We aim to build inclusively by focusing on three principles; build accessibly, include data sets that represent disability, and innovate. Participants joined us to learn about our approach and...

20230623 1300 Lost in Space iBug Today. Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 3   **          How do I get out of here? Where did my teddy bear go? Who let the dogs out? Where's my mommy? Want to learn the answers to these questions and more? Attendees joined the iBUG Today team as we explored ways to find stuff that's lost or missing, including ourselves. Presenters: Sandhya Rao and...

20230623 1130 AI and the Big Boys Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 2   What do Microsoft, Google, Apple, and Amazon have in common other than they are well funded, massive and have an incredible workforce at their disposal? They are all looking to reinvent themselves to remain relevant. Attendees heard what each company is up to in the artificial intelligence space and what they...

20230623 1000 Text to Speech, Artificial Intelligence and You Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 2   The future is quickly approaching and now is the time to learn just how it will be affecting you. Participants learned from our panelists what the near future of audio production holds for those of us who rely on audio to read, access video, and interact with the world around us. Wh...

20230622 1000 Envision-A look at the Past, the Present, and the Future Originally Broadcasted June 22, 2023, on ACB Media 4   **         In this presentation, Karthik doves into some of the features of the Envision glasses as well as new and exciting features that will be coming to the Envision glasses very soon. There was time for questions from the audience. Presenter: Karthik Kannan, Envision -...

20220706 Accessibility Updates from Instagram and Facebook Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media   Attendees learned about how Instagram is empowering people with disabilities to connect with people and interests they care about through accessible experiences. We also shared what is new for accessibility with Facebook, Messenger and Whatsapp.   Speakers: Kiran Kaja (Accessibility Program Lea...