Wednesday Coffee Club

  Bill talked about the Notey, a small Windows computer runnin Windows 11. It uses the Orbit Writer for the keyboard.   Tune in Phemium is now available for $39.00 a year for a limited time.    Is AI going to take all our jobs?   Don't insta22 the new desktop version of winamp, it doesn't work quite the same way.   Ask Dave and Chris about home repairs.   How do I keep my hot water from smelling a...

  To find a good copy of NVDA with all the add-ins go to    www.blindhelp.net   The number for A T Guys is (269) 216-4798 or you can call Blind Shell at 420-910-1271   one caller suggested taking apple cider vinegar tablets to curb appetite. He also suggested a garlic tablet to keep from being bitten by mosquitoes.   ego lawnmower is a battery operated lawn mower.    Chris gave a recipe for Carame...

Coffee Club Notes for April 5, 2023   All the callers gave suggestions for Bill's cough.   Jeff talked about the iPhone app O K O. An app used to help you cross the street.   Which wholesale club would you join? Costco or Sam's.    Bill Levy talked about the "huckster" the precursor to Schwan's in the 40's and 50's.   emurgen-C will help cure a cough.   Chris gave a recipe for Apple Pie Cake    

Coffee Club Notes for March 30, 2023 Everyone shared memories of reading after lights out in school.    Discussed the digital divide between the people who can use technology and those who can't.   Chris gave a recipe for easy slow cooker barbecue ribs.    

Coffee Club Notes for March 22, 2023   Someone asked for tips to use an iPhone without tapping. The NLS e-reader makes a good keyboard for the iPhone.   how do you find housing in a new city? How do you learn your way around?    Chris gave a recipe for a crustless coconut pie.    Talked about long-held beliefs that turned out to be myths.   

Coffee Club notes for March 15, 2023   Someone asked about Bible Gateway on the Braille Sense.    Callers  talked about their favorite restaurants.   Orbit Research is coming out with the Optima, a laptop running Windows 11 with a built in Braille display.   The Eyes on Success podcast is doing a show on the Victor Stream 3.   Chris gave a recipe for applesauce spice cake    

One caller asked about the accessibility of Garage band for the iPhone.   Problems with the Victor Stream 3 and adding favorites. You have to restart the unit after you add the first favorite so you can add the next one.   Chris gave a recipe for cabbage ham and potato dinner   Bill played a demo of blind hams from the CT Blind Hams podcast. For more information go to:   www.blindhams.com

The panel answered a question about separating the input from the output on his sound card.   washer and dryers are accessible and have phone apps that work with them. Chris gave a recipe for scalloped potatoes.   Bill played a You Tube video of the unboxing of the Victor Stream 3.   

Bill played a demo of the Hims Sense Player. For more information go to    www.hims-inc.com   8:30 am to 5:30 pm Central Time,  Monday through Friday Phone: 512-837-2000   Chris gave a recipe for ham loaf.    

Edward talked about the Safe Slice mandolin from QVC. Pampered Chef has a potato peeler that cranks by hand.  Chris and Dave did a demo of the Breville Joule Pro 

Everyone who called in told us about their favorite book or narrator. There is a new toll-free service rolling out by Uber. You can call 833-useuber 833-873-8237. Played a tribute to the Minnesota Radio Talking Book program. Chris gave a recipe for Lemon Pepper Chicken.

Discussed what we are doing to combat the rising cost of inflation.  A new show called Book Talk is coming to the Legend on February 14th 2023 at 5:00 PM hosted by Jenny Sparks. Bill asked if there was a quick way to turn your camera off on the iPhone if it gets stuck.

The Blind Shell Classic II now has the Zoom app. The Panel answered tech questions. humanware is taking preorders for the new Victor Stream. It lists for $495 and is supposed to have better internet for improved streaming. Mondo elite is a new internet radio with tune in and Google. Chris gave a recipe for easy beef brisket.

Bill asked everyone what they would change about the legend. Ninja Speedy is an air fryer that air fries and steams at the same time. Callers discussed general topics of interest. What's your favorite cooky? Chris gave a recipe for banana nut bread with applesauce.

Blind Shell Classic 2 gets the Bard app. Mike predicts 2023 will be the year of wearables. Aira announces new price structure. Public relations nightmare. meater is a wireless probe you can use when cooking. Answered a few tech questions. Chris and dave did a demo of the cordless KitchenAid five cup food chopper. Chris gave a recipe for chip crusted chicken nuggets.

Callers talked about their New Year's holiday. Chris and Dave talked about the Breville Jewel Oven model NO 950. Chris and Dave did a demo of the Ninja vertical nonstick belgian waffle maker. ninjakitchen.com 800-365-0135 you can also order from QVC.

Lots of cancellations at Southwest. Which company gives you the best bundle bill? T-Moble offers phone and internet combined for around $80. 773-572-3006 then press 7 to listen to the coffee club podcast if you miss the live show. Answered a few tech questions. Bill talked about the differences between the Breville Pro oven and the June oven. Makers of the Dot Watch are working on Dot Pad which wi...

Julie gave tip on typing mode with the Braille Sense. Use backspace, space, and enter then M. Longtime listener and legend friend Joni Leonard celebrates her 83rd birthday today. Chris and Dave say the Dyson cordless vacuum is the best. Chris gave a recipe for addictive pretzels.

Why do people still like the iPhone SE? Is it because of the home button? How are people handling the rising cost of food? What's your favorite restaurant? Chris gave a recipe for fudge made with cake frosting.

The panel talked about their thanksgiving dinner. With [prices so high, why are people still using Schwan's and QVC? to get involved in ACB community send an email to community@acb.org and ask to be put on the list. Every day, you will receive an email with the schedule for the day and all of the zoom links. Chris gave a recipe for peanut clusters.

Which Aira plan is right for you? Chris gave a recipe for Scotch Crunches Chris and Dave did a demo of the duo slow cooker.

Panel discussed difference between over the counter and hearing aids you receive from an audiologist. AT&T discontinuing all operator and directory assistance services in January 2023. Bill gave a shoutout to Aira desktop. Discussed ways to find out who to vote for in elections. Chris and Dave did a demo of the Sun Joe leaf blower.

Walmart Plus is on sale at half price for $49 until black Friday. You can now edit your substitutions in the Walmart app. Discussed accessibility of self-checkout kiosks in grocery stores. Chris gave a recipe for pumpkin pie.

Coffee Club Notes for October 26, 2022 Games Galore and More is a website that features interactive games. The website is: gamesgalore.com djintelligence.com has categories of songs for weddings. Jenny and Mike talked about Biblos. a program that scans, reads PDF files, has an editor, and can emboss in braille. Chris gave a recipe for Pumpkin cookies.

Prescription safety awareness month. Ran a demo from Blind Abilities of the ScripTalk app by Envision America. Scriptability provides labels in large print, braille and the talking ScripTalk reader and app for Android and iPhone. 800-890-1180 envisionamerica.com getrim.app can help you diagnose computer problems remotely. Caller asked a question about Aira and use with the iPhone 6. Caller gave in...