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RNIB Tech Talk

Tech Talk is a podcast and radio show for blind and partially sighted people who are interested in accessible technology. Find out about the latest products from specialist equipment to off the shelf solutions. Get involved or join the conversation by emailing techtalk@rnib.org.uk Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Connect - Our main channel with news, features and articles on sight loss. Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Sport - See sport differently. The Happy...

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Episode #201: IKEA smart lights, iPhone X first thoughts 07.11.2017

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 iPhone X and why Steven won't be buying one. Plus there's more Potter's Picks from Clare Potter and the guys talk through the weeks news in tech and your emails. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #200: Jaws 2018 news, AirPods review, Potters Picks 31.10.2017

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 the Mozilla Firefox browser. Plus there's your emails and comments and also three items under £100 with Clare Potter in Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Accessible Battery Charger 24.10.2017

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 accessible solution for people who have low or no vision. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #199: Microsoft accessibility update, Accessible battery chargers, Potter's Picks 24.10.2017

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 big enhancements for Narrator and Zoom features. Also, Julie Rodaway joins the team to discuss accessible battery chargers and Clare Potter returns with another of her Potter's Picks. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Learning Android: The Basics 23.10.2017

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 new Android phone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

A Listener Review of Sight Village Manchester 23.10.2017

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

Recognise Text Using Your Android Device 23.10.2017

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 apps just for you. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Get Amazon's Alexa On Your Smartphone 23.10.2017

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 to tell us about the app, which is available on Apple and Android devices. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Call Or Text Using Your Amazon Echo 23.10.2017

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 been demonstrating this for #TechTalk listeners. #RNIBConnect

Can TV Become More Accessible? 23.10.2017

#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 (EPG) be used by blind people if there's no spoken feedback? RNIB's John Paton joined Steven Scott to answer some of Mel's questions. #RNIBConnect

Watch TV Without A Screen? 23.10.2017

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 of our listeners have chosen to enjoy content from Amazon and Netflix without the need for a TV. Listen to Mike Cassidy's review of the Tendak box. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #198: Android smartphones, Talkback accessibility, Kitchen gadgets 17.10.2017

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 with his handy hints, and listener Clare is back with her #PottersPicks - three items under £100 - and this week she's in the kitchen. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #197: Google products, Reverb AI app review, Sight Village Manchester, Three items under £100 10.10.2017

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 returns with a review of her trip to Sight Village Manchester. And listener Clare restarts a popular feature on Tech Talk - Three Items under £100. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #196: Amazon's new products, Accessible television, Watching TV without a screen 03.10.2017

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 ask why RNIB aren't doing more to encourage broadcast companies to make their set top boxes more accessible - RNIB's John Paton responds. And Mike from Great Yarmouth tells us about a way he enjoys on demand television and movies without a TV screen. #...

Braille News with Julie Rodaway 27.09.2017

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 Focus braille displays available now. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Episode #195: iOS 11 bugs, Fire TV accessibility updates, New braille displays 26.09.2017

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 learn about the latest braille devices coming out this year, plus we talk about the latest accessibility updates for Amazon Fire TV, and we read through your emails. #RNIBConnect #Tech Talk

App Review: BlindSight for Android 19.09.2017

BlindSight uses cutting edge artificial intelligence to see the world as humans do. Technology in the app converts images from your phone's camera into spoken words, helping blind and partially sighted people navigate the world around them. And you don't even need an internet connection for it to work! Listener Damien got in touch from Poland to share his thoughts on this groundbreaking app. #RNIB...

Apple Face ID: Is It Accessible? 14.09.2017

There are concerns from members of the visually impaired community about whether the new Face ID security feature on the latest iPhone X smartphone will be accessible. Steven Scott speaks to blind tech expert, blogger, author and broadcaster Jonathon Mosen to find out the latest. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk #AppleEvent

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #006: Amazon Echo 11.09.2017

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 pros and cons of the Amazon Echo devices and talk about why they find them especially useful as blind people. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Seeing AI app from Microsoft 18.07.2017

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 Shaun and Kayaker discuss the app. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Aira Glasses 18.07.2017

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 hopefully help you out. Kayaker spoke to Shaun just after he got his own pair. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Listener Review: Jake's Bluetooth Keyboard 11.07.2017

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 might think. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Review: Milestone Daisy Player 11.07.2017

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 04.07.2017

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 27.06.2017

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 making movies. He also had the chance recently to interview Apple CEO Tim Cook. Steven and Shaun spoke to James to find out more about him and 'that' interview. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

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