The Tech Doctor Blog and Podcast

In this Tech Doctor podcast, the Tech Doctors summarize the Keynote presentation that Apple made at their 2026 World Wide Developers Conference. Siri AI was the main focus of the Keynote and the Tech Doctors describe how Siri AI will be an integral component of all apps across all of the Apple operating systems. The Tech Doctors debunk the rumor that Apple did not develop its own AI models and the...

In this Tech Doctor podcast Allison and Robert speak with Michael Doise and Taylor Arndt about their company called Techopolis which develops AI based apps for iOS and Mac. • Michael Doise, the founder, has over 16 years of experience in the assistive technology and accessibility industry, creating AI-powered apps. • Taylor Arndt, the Chief Operations Officer, has 8 years of experience in accessib...

This Tech Doctor podcast episode features Robert and Allison interviewing Michael McCulloch and Sandhya Rao, President and Vice President of iBUG Today (iBlind Users Group), about their organization’s history and activities. Michael, a retired NASA engineer, explains how iBUG began in 2011 with a workshop at the University of Houston after he received his first iPhone with VoiceOver, eventua...

In this Tech Doctor podcast, Robert plays a presentation about amateur radio that he created for a non-profit group called iBUG Today. In the introduction to the podcast, Robert explains that iBUG Today is an organization based in Houston that provides many excellent training and social opportunities for people who are blind. Robert encourages everyone to learn more about iBUG Today by visiting th...

Meeting summary Quick recap The Tech Doctor podcast team discussed Apple’s recent product announcements, including the MacBook Air M5, MacBook Pro M5, iPhone 17E, iPad Air, and MacBook Neo. They analyzed the features, pricing, and potential market impact of each device, with particular focus on the MacBook Neo’s limited RAM and targeted education market. The team agreed that while most...

Meeting summary Quick recap The Tech Doctor podcast featured a detailed discussion about the upcoming HumanWare BrailleNote Evolve, presented by David Woodbridge, who shared extensive insights about the device’s features and functionality. David explained that the Evolve runs Windows 11 Pro. It has a 32-cell Braille display with a dedicated Braille style keyboard, and includes 512GB storage,...

In this Tech Doctor podcast, Robert and Allison orient you to the Digital Advanced Player 2 from the National Library Service. Using both demos and discussion, they take you through an orientation to the layout and location of all of the buttons and ports on the player. They demonstrate how to use the key describer mode and how to navigate the User Guide. They walk you through the player’s menus a...

In this brief podcast, Robert and Allison explain that the Tech Doctor Podcast has prevailed through some difficult technical issues that kept us from podcasting much for the last few months.   Now that the technical problems are behind us, the Tech Doctors have decided to get back to podcasting with an even greater commitment to provide you with all of the information that you need to make good d...

In this podcast, The tech doctors discussed Apple’s WWDC 2025 announcements, covering new features and updates across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS platforms. They explored the introduction of AI advancements, accessibility improvements, and design changes like the “liquid glass” interface, as well as enhancements to various apps and services. The group shared their impressions...

In this Tech Doctor episode, Robert begins by speaking with the CEO of Orbit Research, Venkatesh Chari, about the Orbit Player. This product is in the late stages of development and is expected to be available sometime during the summer of 2025. The Orbit Player is a very small but full featured book and media player with a telephone style keypad and a good sounding speaker. Venkatesh explained th...

In this episode of the Tech Doctor podcast, the Tech Doctors welcome special guest Nicole Bond and Tim Noonan.   Nicole and Tim were Braille ’n Speak users who enthusiastically explained why they loved the Braille ’n Speak. Nicole got her Braille ’n Speak at age 7 and used it through college. Tim used the Braille ’n Speak both on the job and in his personal life.   Robert, also a Braille ’n Speak...

In this Tech Doctor podcast, Robert talks with seven members of the team at Blazie Technologies. The people who were interviewed included Deane Blazie, his three sons, Bryan, Chris and Stephen, Steve Clower, David Goldfield and Tim Noonan.   Each member of the Blazie Technologies team stressed their commitment to allowing the customer to be the guiding force behind the development of the BT Speak....

In this Tech Doctor episode, David Woodbridge puts on his brand new HumanWare employee hat and teaches us all about the new Braille and graphics tablet from HumanWare and the American Printing House for the Blind. David describes the Monarch and walks us through its various features and options. After listening to the podcast, you may want more information about the Monarch or any of the other Hum...

In this podcast, the Tech Doctors explore all that Apple announced in their September 2024 Event. New Apple Watches, AirPods and iPhones were announced. Sit back and listen as we tell you all about it.

The Tech Doctors are back this time to offer their reactions and perspective on the 2024 WWDC Keynote presentation. There is a lot to unpack. The Tech Doctors hope you benefit from and enjoy our spirited discussion.

On May the 7th, Apple held an event entitled “Fast and Loose.” The company introduced four new iPads, a new Apple Pencil and a new Magic Keyboard. In addition to telling you about the event, the Tech Doctors explore their feeling that the iPad is in a transition period where its full potential has not yet been realized. While they acknowledge that the iPad does a lot of things well, th...

In this podcast, the Tech Doctors thoroughly examine the BTSpeak from Blazie Technologies. They tell you where it comes from, what it is and why they love it. The BTSpeak was created by Deane Blazie who developed the legendary Braille ‘n Speak in the 1980s. Deane along with his sons, some other developers and a dedicated group of testers and users have produced a device that operates with th...

The Tech Doctors are back with an end of the year review of some of the major things that Apple accomplished in 2023. You may be surprised, as we were, to realize just how productive Apple was during this past year. The Tech Doctors hope you enjoy this end of the year Apple review. If you prefer to read a text transcript of the podcast, you can click Here And either read the text online or downloa...

In this Tech Doctor episode, Robert briefly summarizes what was presented at Apple’s October 30th Scary Fast event. It was all about the new M3 chip and new MacBooks Pro. All of the Tech Doctors will be back in mid November to do an end of the year Apple review podcast. Be sure to stay tuned for that. Click Here If you would like a text transcript of this podcast episode.

In this Tech Doctor podcast, the Tech Doctors carefully examine all that was announced during Apple’s Wanderlust event. The Apple Watch Series 9 and the iPhone 15 were introduced. There are lots of new features to discuss. Sit back and relax and let us tell you all about it.

In this podcast, the Tech Doctors explore everything that was announced at the WWDC 2023 keynote presentation. There was a lot covered. Enjoy.

In this Tech Doctor Podcast, Allison, David and Robert take you through all of the things that were announced at the Apple Event held on September 7, 2022. This is an unedited and unscripted version of the Tech Doctor Podcast. We do this after each Apple Event. This gets you the information quickly and allows you to share in our excitement as we explore our thoughts and feelings about what was ann...

In this Tech Doctor podcast, Allison Meloy, David Woodbridge and Robert Carter summarize everything that Apple announced at their WWDC 2022 Keynote event. The Tech Doctors are excited to bring you their perspective on where Apple is headed. Sit back and enjoy the ride.

This is an unedited Tech Doctor podcast that was recorded shortly after the March Apple Event called “Peek Performance.” You get to hear the Tech Doctors react to what Apple announced. We do it this way to get you the information as quickly as possible. Enjoy.

In this episode, the Tech Doctors are joined by Jamie Pauls. We explore the current state of the Mac and conclude that most people are likely to have the optimal computing experience if they have both a Mac and a Windows computer. We examine some of the strength and weaknesses of each operating system. We acknowledge that having to use a screen reader makes things more complicated but are grateful...