Tek Talk

Quentin Christensen has been part of the NV Access team since 2015 after working as an adaptive technology trainer with a major blindness agency for over a decade.  As the Training and Support Manager, Quentin is responsible for the NVDA training materials, certification program and coordinating telephone support.  Quentin also writes the fortnightly “In-Process” blog, and is the NV Ac...

Leasey is designed to make everyday computing faster, clearer and more productive, whether you are writing, reading, listening, researching, organising information, managing files or using social media.   Leasey version 11.5 adds major new features and redesigns many long-established areas of the product. Many people already have access to version 11.5, but they will not have experienced new...

Earshot Podcasts app Info   Website: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earshot-podcasts/id6770760602 Earshot is here: a podcast player built VoiceOver-first and shaped by the blind community. Follow, queue, and listen your way. Free for up to 10 shows. Earshot is a podcast player built accessibility-first. Every screen, button, and gesture works fully with VoiceOver, so blind and low-vision liste...

The BT Braille is a powerful, Braille first computer with an eight-dot Braille keyboard with speech and Braille output in 20 cell and 40 cell models. This device can be as simple as being your trusty notetaker but it’s powerful enough for those who want to write their own code and run your own software. It has more features than you can shake a white cane at. To name a few, it has a phone book, ap...

  Many of us are collectors of the technology programs we hear. Larry and I fit that hobby as well as saving and storing hundreds of thousands of Old Radio Programs. But, how do you find them quickly to listen or play then on the air. We’ll tell you about our experiences in over 55 years of collecting and play excerpts during the show and of course we’ll take your questions as well.   Pr...

The Build Program gives Aira Explorers a way to help shape the future of accessible technology while receiving complimentary minutes. As we continue to innovate alongside Google DeepMind to improve and develop Aira AI powered by Project Astra, the Build program helps us learn from real-world Visual Interpreter calls. This program directly shapes the AI tools that can better support blind and low v...

A groundbreaking leap in assistive technology, Glide combines cutting-edge navigational robotics and AI to provide you with an intuitive and comfortable guided experience. Using real-time data from an array of advanced sensors, Glide autonomously steers the way. It maps the best routes, identifies targets of interest, and avoids obstacles to get you safely to your destination. Presenter Contact In...

Users can upload a video or submit a supported video link, such as YouTube, and Athina AD generates both a written and spoken description of what is happening visually in the video.   During the presentation, Shawn will explain what Athina AD is, why audio description matters, how it can help blind users access more video content, and he’ll do a simple live demo of the current system. Present...

Want to know about the 2026 ACB National Convention meeting on in-person dates July 24 through July 31 in St. Louis? Join Janet Dickelman, ACB convention coordinator, Saint Paul, MN  to find out. Learn about the General Sessions, the Affiliate presentations, the  exhibit hall, and the tours. If you can not be there in person, learn  how you can listen  as a part of The ACB Media Network.  There wi...

GLOW stands for Guided Layout & Output Workflow — a guided, confidence-building accessibility experience built for real publishing workflows. The GLOW Accessibility Toolkit helps authors, publishers, and organizations produce documents that comply with the American Council of the Blind Large Print Guidelines and WCAG 2.2 Level AA. The toolkit audits, fixes, and templates Word, Excel, Pow...

If you have accessible appliance recommendations, bring their names and model numbers. Anything used in a household is fair game whether it be TVs, washers and dryers, kitchen appliances, etc. We also want to hear about any tips and tricks used to make your household accessible.  

Presenter contact info: Venkatesh Chari, President of Orbit Research Email: v.chari@orbitresearch.com Phone: 888-606-7248 Website: www.orbitresearch.com  

The primary topic for discussion is about the new BrailleSense 7 which is projected for release this summer.  They will also talk about updates to existing products such as the BrailleSense 6, Braille eMotion and SensePlayer, which are all expected to receive updates before the end of the year. Presenter contact info: Earle’s email: earle@selvasblv.com Jenny’s email: jenny@selvashc.com  

Jenine and Jennipher will discuss how the new Aira integration with the Meta glasses will change your hands-free experience. They also have news about some new Access Network partners around the US that will make the baseball fans stand up and cheer. Presenter contact info: Jenine’s email: jenine.stanley@aira.io Jennipher’s email: jennipher.wilson@aira.io  

Presenter contact info: None  

The 41st Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference took place on  March 9 – 13, 2026 at the Anaheim Marriott in California. Panelists will include John and Larry Gassman and any who attended and have comments on the technology experienced are welcome to contribute. Presenter contact info: None  

Presenter Contact Info Email: mike.calvo@pneumasolutions.com Website: https://pneumasolutions.com/    

There’s a lot of news from Blazie Technologies to tell you about on the next installment of Tek Talk. First, we want to let you know what’s happening with the BT Braille. BT Braille has a Braille keyboard, speech output along with either a 20 cell or 40 cell model with lots of apps and features. Customers who have pre-ordered the BT Braille have already received their devices and we continue to up...

The presentation will cover recent developments across the Orbit product line, including braille displays, notetakers and the Orbit Player along with a look at what is coming next. Orbit Research focuses on making high-quality assistive technology accessible worldwide, with particular emphasis on education, literacy, and employment. Presenter contact info: Venkatesh Chari, President of Orbit Resea...

Open forum  

This presentation will cover the history of Agiga and the inspiration behind the creation of EchoVision glasses, followed by a live demonstration showcasing what the glasses can do and how they seamlessly integrate into our busy daily lives. It will also explore the future of EchoVision, including the features and enhancements planned to be included by the time the glasses ship. To find out more o...

In this episode of TekTalk, we’re joined by InnoSearch AI, a platform built specifically for blind and low-vision users to navigate the digital world independently. We’ll explore how InnoSearch enables accessible online shopping, travel booking, and on-demand food and grocery delivery, all designed to work seamlessly with screen readers and voice-first interactions. We’ll also dive into 1-855-SHOP...

Come hear the new BrailleNote Evolve from HumanWare speak for itself. During this presentation, Joel Zimba and Rachel Ramos, (Product Specialists at HumanWare), will demonstrate the BrailleNote Evolve- a full-fledged Windows 11 Computer in the form factor of a convenient travel-sized note-taker. You’ll hear about why the Evolve was designed, a physical description of the device, a tour of the Main...

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere-and it’s transforming the way we live, work, and communicate. People around the world are using AI in countless ways, and the blindness community is no exception. More and more organizations are hosting webinars and seminars exploring what AI can do and how it can enhance accessibility.   But what does AI really mean for you? Which AI tools are the...

Join Jeff Bishop on Tech Talk where we take a deep dive in decluttering your Microsoft Edge web browser so that you can be very clean, efficient and privacy focused in your web browsing activities. We will provide a document, and if you are a member of BITS you already have it, and we will walk everyone through the steps necessary to accomplish this goal. See everyone on Tech Talk! Presenter Conta...