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Learn how to record audio on your computer and customize it to your likeing. And, a simple process for making print documents completely accessible on your iDevice. MainMenu host David Tanner takes us through the basics of recording audio on our Windows computer using the free and very accessible audio editing software Audacity. And, Jenine Stanley demonstrates using the Voiceye app to make it eas...

From around the world MainMenu brings you the latest news on the newest assistive tech releases for 2014. We start with an interview with Michael Curran, one of the primary developers of NVDA, and hear all about the new NVDA 2014 R1 release of NVDA. And, that is followed up with an interview with the fine folks from Duxberry Systems from the recent CSUN conference. We thank the fine folks at Blind...

Microsoft has ended support for Windows XP. So, now what... We present a user panel discussion on some possible solutions if you are still using Windows XP. And, for more information you will want to check out the information at the End of windows XP support page.

News, information, and CSUN coverage are all here on MainMenu just for you... MainMenu staff member Mary Emerson brings us information on the latest firmware release for the Hims line of note takers. and we hear two interviews from the 2014 CSUN Technology and Persons With Disabilities Conference presented on MainMenu thanks to the fine folks at Blind Bargains. The first is an interview with folks...

This week, MainMenu Host David Tanner interviews Greg Stilson from Humanware about all the great new features in the latest BrailleNote/VoiceNote firmware release, Keysoft version 9.4.1. Thanks to the fine folks at Blind Bargains we present their interview with a representative from Envision America recorded at the recent CSUN Technology and Persons With Disabilities conference held in March 2014....

We bring you the most up-to-date information on iOS and BrailleNote new software releases here on Main Menu this week to keep you current and completely informed. MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge introduces us to the new features in the new iOS 7.1 release for your iDevice. And, Greg Stilson, Blindness Product Manager for Humanware, brings us three presentations about the new KeyMaps applica...

New inovations from Hims Inc. and NV Access are just part of the news this week on MainMenu. Thanks To Hims Inc. we present a recent webinar on the new E-bot device from Hims. David Woodbridge demonstrates using iTunes Radio on the Apple TV. And, we learn that the latest release of the free screen reader NVDA is available. It is the latest tech for you right here on Main Menu.

This week MainMenu is filled with a lot of information you may want to take notes about. So, grab your note taking tablet or other device and be ready to get all the information down for future use. MainMenu staff member Mary Emerson starts us out with a demonstration of Speak Dropbox, Windows software that can provide you more information about what is going on in your Dropbox. Then MainMenu staf...

It is all about access your way on your choice of platform. And, we have it all here for you. MainMenu Host David Tanner takes you on a tour of the Xfinity TV Go app for iOS and Android and shows you how accessible watching TV can be on your favorite iOS or Android device. We re-air, by request, an audio demo of the wireless features of the new Victor Reader Stream. We thank the fine folks at Huma...

Make yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy the variety of coverage we have for you this week. ACB Radio managing director Larry Turnbull interviews Dr. Judy Dixon about her new book Get The Picture: Seeing The World Through The iPhone Camera. MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge shows us how to setup playlists for your internet radio stations on the new Victor Reader Stream. And, Rick Harmon from t...

Introducing the latest for the Victor Reader Stream and More... ACB Radio managing director Larry Turnbull interviews Matthew Janusauskas From Humanware about the latest features added to the Victor Reader Stream. And, Cullen Gallagher introduces us to the Odin VI Mobile Phone with built-in speech.

Get the latest technology updates here on Main Menu. We start with several announcements of updates to a number of assistive technology products, followed by: The GW Micro training department continues with part 2 of their presentation for new users of Window-Eyes. We thank GW Micro again for allowing us to air this presentation. MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge demonstrates Using Airfoil on...

Are you a new user of Window-Eyes or considering giving it a try? The training department from GW Micro is here to tell you all about the new Window-Eyes For Microsoft Office users, and even get you started using it. We greatly appreciate GW Micro for letting us re-air this introductory training on MainMenu. This is part one of two parts, with the remainder next week. And, MainMenu staff member Da...

Trying to learn to use that new iDevice??? MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge will show you all the jestures you will need to become a master at whichever iDevice you are trying to learn. And, Rebecca Skipper takes us through a full demonstration of the software and routine needed to convert print math to Nemeth code Braille for use in all your Braille math work.

The very latest news that you must know NOW! MainMenu Host David Tanner interviews Tom Wlodkowski, Vice president of Accessibility for Comcast Cable about the very latest in accessibility of Comcast products and services. And, ACB Radio Managing Director Larry Turnbull interviews Dan Weirich, Vice president of sales and marketing for GW Micro about the new FREE Window-eyes for Office users offer a...

MainMenu goes mobile again this week... MainMenu staff member Shane Davidson interviews a representative from Odin Mobile about their services and training for the Nexus 4 Android phone and support for blind users. And, MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge brings us a review and demonstration of the many features usable with a bluetooth keyboard with your iDevice. Whether it is Android or iOS we...

MainMenu brings in the new year with a jam packed show this week. MainMenu Executive Producer Chase Crispin starts us off with a review and demonstration of the iOS app for US Bank. It is very accessible, and Chase takes on a tour of this very nice app. We then hear the 2014 holiday greeting from American Council of the Blind President Kim Charlson. We are pleased to welcome her to MainMenu, and w...

This week we take you on a review of some of the big tech news covered by MainMenu during 2013,and even talk a little about what you may be hearing on MainMenu in 2014. It has been quite a year...

It is the MainMenu holiday special. Please do not miss it. Holiday greetings from the MainMenu staff, and other folks too. And, parts 3 and 4 of the iTunes tutorial from GW Micro. We thank the folks at www.gwmicro.com/training for providing these tutorials for MainMenu.

We will help you make sure you are on time this week, and More this week. David Woodbridge brings us a demonstration of the Freevox Touch Smart Watch with large print and speech access. And we hear part two of the tutorial on using iTunes with Window-Eyes, complements of Gw Micro. Whether it is a new very accessible watch or fine tuning your skills using iTunes we have it here on MainMenu for you...

Knowledge is good and today we will learn a lot. Geremy Curry from GW Micro Brings us the first of a two part training on using iTunes 11.1 with Window-Eyes 8.3. And, Joseph Lee gives us a tutorial on using the review mode in the latest NVDA. Wow, you will really be smart after you master all that you will learn on this show.

We start with David Woodbridge and a demo of how to unlock your iPhone with your finger print. Earle Harrison demonstrates the new Cosmo Braille embosser. Calmon Gallager demonstrates new wireless features of the Book Stream from Humanware. And, David Tanner demos an app to help you learn to handwrite on your iDevice. Have a great holiday season and start it with us at MainMenu!

MainMenu continues to bring you information on all the latest technologies. And, this week we feature: David Woodbridge continues his review and demonstration of iOS10.9 Mavericks with VoiceOver. And, Mary Emerson demonstrates the accessibility to the new Kindle Fire HDX Book Reader from Amazon. Keeping you on top of the very latest developments in the technology field is our Goal.

A new note taker from Hims and a new operating system for the Mac highlight our show this week. MainMenu Executive Producer Chase Crispin interviewsJenny Axler from HIMS about the new Braille Sense U2 Mini. And, MainMenu Staff Member David Woodbridge brings us part one of a review of the Mavericks operating system for the Mac with VoiceOver. Keeping you on top of the very latest developments in th...

MainMenu continues to bring you information on all the latest technologies. And, this week we feature: Mary Emerson with a review of the You Tube To MP3 Converter Free from Videosoft. David Woodbridge reviews and demonstrates the Airplay and low vision features in the September 2013 release of Apple TV. And, Chase Crispin reviews and demonstrates the new features in Voice Memo for iOS 7. Keeping y...