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In episode 39 of the Maccessibility Round Table podcast, our knights discuss some further thoughts on the WWDC key note announcements, as well as make some software and hardware recommendations. Comments for WordPress iRead It Now The Loop Magazine SleepPhones Ear Monsters The Round Table is sponsored in part by Draconis Entertainment , developers of audio games for Mac OS X and Windows.

In episode 38 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, we discuss our initial impressions of Apple’s WWDC Keynote announcements, including updates to the MacBookAir line, the new Mac Pro, OS X 10.9 Mavericks, and iOS 7. The Round Table is sponsored in part by Draconis Entertainment , offering exciting audio games for both Mac and Windows.

In episode 37 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, our knights discuss Prizmo for iOS, whether or not VoiceOver support should be an App Store requirement, and more. Prizmo for iOS Light Detector The Maccessibility Round Table Podcast is sponsored in part by Draconis Entertainment .

In episode 36 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, our knights discuss a couple of accessible iOS apps before diving into a lively discussion of the NFB review of the Kindle iOS app. Controversy and debating o’ plenty, but there’s also a healthy dose of laughter. We’re all still friends, although Briley may not forgive fellow NFB compatriots Kevin and Steve for missing toda...

In episode 35 , our knights discuss going Google free with Fever , Ashes , DuckDuckGo , and other solutions, as well as tips for successfully using Talking Goggles , and more. The Maccessibility Round Table Podcast is sponsored in part by Draconis Entertainment , with accessible games for Mac OS X and Windows.

In episode 34 of the Round Table Podcast, our knights continue exploring the possibility of going Google-free, discuss a Google Reader alternative, and make some software picks and recommendations. Darcy’s Picks “Markdown” by David Sparks and Eddie Smith LaunchBar John’s Picks Talking Goggles Voice Dream Reader Holly’s Picks Robo-E Song Guru Josh’s Picks Twitter...

In this episode , our knights discuss the T-Mobile iPhone announcement, upcoming FAA rule changes for electronic devices, the demise of GoogleReader and what it means for using other Google services, and more. Reading Device — Marco Arment You Can’t Quit, I Dare You — Ben Brooks DiceWorld Type2Phone

In episode #32 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, our knights discuss our migration to the new server, the updates to Audible on iOS and Dropbox on OS X, the demise of Google Reader, Holly’s switch to the iPad mini, and some questions sent in by listenerjs. Word Letter Word Puzzles with Pals

In episode 31 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, we’re visited by Cara Quinn, who gives us an update on CSUN and what’s happening at Looktel . We discuss other announcements from CSUN, Samsung’s VoiceOver patent lawsuit, and some listener email. VoiceOver Tutorial from Looktel Demo of Inquisitor Podcast about the BARD iOS app See Eye GPS Demo of Letter Clever Our next pod...

In episode #30 of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, our knights discuss OCR, markdown for text formatting, and what we hope to see in future versions of OS X and iOS. Prizmo 2 MultiMarkdown Composer 2

In episode #29 of the Round Table, the knights offer picks of software and hardware products that Apple users may find entertaining or useful. Our next live stream will be Thursday, 07/Feb/2013 at 12:00 PM EST. CHM Reader (Mac) FreshBooks Guide Talking Menus (iOS/UK) iPad Keyboard Case iText Express (Mac) RenameIt (Mac) RS Games Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock (iOS) Solo-DX SoundCloud.com (no longer avail...

In this test pilot podcast , we discuss using the Xcode development environment with VoiceOver , including some useful settings, the layout of the main interface, and the basic usage of InterfaceBuilder . If you find this developer focused podcast useful, please let us know here. Whether or not we produce more shows like this one, will depend on the interest.

In this episode , our knights discuss Darcy’s impressions of the iPad mini after a week of use, making use of mainstream versus blind-specific services, Instagram , and more. RadioArchives.com Are You Sitting Comfortably

In this episode of the Round Table podcast, our knights discuss the redesign of iTunes , speculate on what Apple may be planning for iCloud and Finder , and discuss the new audio game ChangeReaction . We will be taking a break during the holiday season, and will return to live streaming the podcast on 10/January/2013 at 12:00 PM EST. From all of us here at Maccessibility, we wish you and yours a h...

In this episode of the Round Table Podcast, our knights discuss their impressions of the iPad mini, the iPod nano, the recently accessible Barnes & Noble Nook application for iOS, and more. Our next live stream will be on 13/December/2012 at 12:00 PM EST, 9:00 AM PST. You can tune in by clicking the “Listen Live” link, and interact with us on Twitter with the #VOLive hashtag.

In this special episode of the Maccessibility podcast, we speak to blind recording engineer Slau Halatyn, who has long been working with Digidesign and now Avid, to improve VoiceOver support in ProTools , the premier audio production software system. Avid has recently decided to make voiceOver accessibility an integrity part of its UI development and in-house testing, and Slau is here to give us a...

In this episode , we discuss Apple’s recent announcements and more. Our live stream was unavailable in the aftermath of the storm that devastated the east coast of North America. Our thoughts are with those impacted by the storm. Our next live stream is scheduled for 15/November at 12:00 PM EST/9:00 AM PST. Listen live on our web site, and interact with us on Twitter with the #VOLive hashtag...

In this episode , the knights discuss iPhone 5, Sound Forge for Mac , and much more. This show was streamed live on 18/October. Topics in this show included: Apple’s event scheduled for 23/October Apple’s patent for dynamic TTS characterization iPhone 5 The pros and cons of using Fleksy The accessibility of Sound Forge for Mac The Magazine by Marco Arment Adobe’s decision to disc...

In this episode of the Maccessibility Round Table Podcast, the knights are joined by their newest comrade, John Panarese , and discuss a range of topics, (listed below). This show was streamed live on 04/October, and our next live stream will be on 18/October at 12:00 PM EDT, 9:00 AM PDT. click or tap the “Listen Live” link in the navigation bar to tune in, and interact with us on Twit...

In this episode , the knights offer up some picks of great software for OS X and iOS. Darcy’s picks - Zombies, Run! , PlugBug , and OnePassword . M.J.’s picks - iBoostUp , Jango Radio , and Lock Screen . Holly’s picks - BlindSide , Frotz , and VoiceBook VO . Eric’s picks - Voice Assistant , W&Y Pages , and Where’s My Rubber Ducky? Cara’s pick - The Night Sky...

In this episode , our knights discuss the WWDC key note announcements from Apple, including the new MacBookPro with Retina Display, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, iOS 6, and more. Our Twitter listeners try to start a campaign for Josh to go by MountainLionCourt to commemorate the launch of Apple’s new Mac OS, and, if you stay tuned after the credits, we offer some behind the scenes outtakes.

In episode #20 of the Round Table, our knights discuss Apple’s iBooks announcement, OS X 10.7.3, Apple’s blow-out sales, and a few other things. Note: This podcast was recorded two weeks ago. We apologize for the unforeseen delay in release, and promise discussion of OS X Mountain Lion on our next show.

In this episode , we welcome Kevin Reeves to the round table, take a moment to mention changes in iOS 5.0.1, and then the knights offer their hardware and software picks. M.J.’s picks Blogger for iOS Steve Jackson’s Sorcery! The Shamutanti Hills Translator with Voice Google Chrome Canary Steve’s Picks Boxwave iPhone Case with Keyboard YoruFukurou Eric’s picks Godville iCatc...

In episode 18 of the Mac-cessibility Round Table Podcast, the knights answer questions submitted by users via email and Twitter. Topics range from advice for new switchers, productivity, use of iOS and Mac applications, and more. We’d like to thank everyone who sent in questions. If you have a question you’d like to have answered on a future show, or if you would like to let us know yo...

In this episode of the Mac-cessibility Round Table Podcast, the knights discuss the latest features of iOS 5 (including VoiceOver ), accessibility improvements in Xcode 4.2, VoiceOver changes in AppleTV 4.4, Siri, and the new iPhone 4S. Also, on 29/October/2011, the knights will be recording a special Q&A episode of the podcast. You can send your questions into ask at maccessibility.net , or i...