Episode 141: (Android14Beta5, the history of Samsung UI and more). Welcome to episode 141 where we highlight a little minor update to Android14Beta5 to 14Beta5.1 . ANDROID BASICS In our ANDROID BASICS segment, we bring you two items-- Android 14 beta 5.1 AND THE HISTORY OF SAMSUNG UI. We highlighted the 4 fixes that Android 14 Beta 5.1 addresses. Next, we highlight the history of the Samsung UI, beginning with TouchWiz up to its current UI, the One UI. REVIEW OF THE SAMSUNG ZFlip5 John Dyer revi...
Aug 20, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 141
Blind android users podcast episode 140: (Android14Beta5, SmartVision3 Review and a multiple unboxing of Samsung Devices) Welcome to episode 140 where we take a look at the Android14Beta5 and the “One UI6Beta” for the Galaxy S23-Series and the unboxing of the Galaxy Tab-S9, the Galaxy Watch6Classic and the Galaxy Z5Flip. ANDROID BASICS: ANDROID14BETA5 AND ONE UI6BETA We highlight the Accessibility change found in the Android14Beta5 among the 39 fixes found in this beta. We also highlighted the f...
Aug 13, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 140
Blind android users podcast episode 139: (3rd Quarter App Bonanza) Welcome to Episode139 which coincides with our 3rd quarter “App Bonanza.” This episode is all about the “Apps,” thus, we have six apps for you to check out. We have the following: · Our own Austin Pinto demonstrates the recently release ChatGPT from OpenAI, · Next, our buddy, Salih Kundus from our Turkish sister site, Accessible Android demonstrates...
Aug 06, 2023•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 139
Episode 138: Samsung Unpacked and the Nothing Phone 2 On this week’s bumper edition, we discuss Samsung Unpacked and Review the Nothing Phone 2, along with many other things. Announcements · The Accessible Android site should now work better for those wanting to view it in English, as it is no longer hooked up to the Turkish site. · We have passed 1,000 subscribers on the YouTube channel . Thank yo...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 138
Episode 137: Finishing up the Play Store and another unboxing This week, we conclude our series on the Play Store and unbox the Nothing Phone 2. Announcements · We have passed 1,000 subscribers on the Youtube channel. Thank you very much! · Our next quarterly app bonanza will take place on 5 August, where we devote the episode to showcasing different apps that you like or find useful. We can’t do that tho...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 137
Episode 136: Android 14 Beta 4 and another unboxing This week, we take a look at what’s hot with Android 14 Beta 4 and review the latest and greatest Amazon Fire Tablet. Announcements · We have our next quarterly app bonanza on 29 July, where we devote the episode to showcasing different apps that you like or find useful. We can’t do that though if you don’t send us any demos, so please keep them coming in! By emailing your demos to contactus@blindan...
Jul 16, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 136
Episode 135: The Play Store some more and a review of the Fold! This week, we continue our Play Store series and review the Google Fold. Announcements · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . · our youtube channel has crossed 975 subscribers, thanks for sharing and subscribing. · its time for you to step on the stag...
Jul 09, 2023•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 135
Episode 134: More on the Play Store and another unboxing! This week, we continue our Play Store series and unbox the Google Fold. Announcements · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics This week, we continue our series on the Play Store and Warren shows us Play Pass and starts to look at the Play Store settings. Spotlight This week, we unbox the Google Pixel Fold . As there are essentially two b...
Jul 02, 2023•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 134
Episode 133: More on the Play Store and a Google Tablet unboxing This week, we continue our Play Store series and unbox the Google Tablet. Announcements · For those interested in the two screen readers available on Android, Karene has written this article setting out the strengths and weaknesses of Talkback and Jieshuo. · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics...
Jun 25, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 133
Episode 132: Android 13 QPR 3 June pixel feature drop. This week it is all about the last QPR for android 13, the June feature drop for pixel. News and events We talk about small fixes released in android 14 beta 3.1. We talk about all the 10 features in the June feature drop We then talk about the 30 fixes that were dropped, most of them for low vision users. CSR, Commentary screen reader. Kareen kiwan demos the media controls in CSR. Talkback highlights. John shows us, wha...
Jun 18, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 132
Episode 131: Android 14 Beta 3 and the TicWatch Pro 5 unboxing This week, It’s all about Android 14 Beta 3! We also bring you an unboxing and review of the TicWatch Pro 5 from Mobvoi. Announcements • Our Youtube channel crossed 950 subscribers – thanks everyone! Also keep an eye on the channel for shorts. • We are making improvements to the website and will let you know when it’s fixed. • We have three remaining codes for the ACR Phone app. Drop us an email to the address at the end of...
Jun 11, 2023•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 131
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Jun 04, 2023•1 hr 41 min
Episode 129: More on the Play Store This week, we have the fourth instalment in our Play Store mini series. Announcements · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics This week, we have the fourth segment in our Play Store series. Warren shows us the remaining tabs at the bottom of the Play Store window – “apps”, “offers” and “books”. App of the week Warren demonstrates the scanning app, Oriol...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 129
Episode 126: Continued adventures in the Play Store and Global Accessibility Awareness Day This week, we have the third instalment in Play Store mini seriesand discuss Global Accessibility Awareness Day. Announcements · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics This week, we have the third instalment in our Play Store series. Warren demonstrates the “Categories” and “Kids”/”Children” tabs. Sp...
May 21, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 128
Blind android users podcast episode 127: Google IO or Google AI and a chat with Zülal Tannur of “From your Eyes” app This week, it’s all about Google IO, or is it Google AI? We also caught up with Zülal Tannur of the “ From your eyes ” app, whose website is located at this URL . Spotlight 1: All about Google IO and Android14Beta2. We highlighted some of the main highlights of Google IO, including the Pixel Fold and the Pixel7A. We also highlighted some phones outside of the Pixel phones that qua...
May 14, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 127
Episode 126: More on the Play Store This week, we continue a new mini series on the Play Store. Announcements · Next week sees Google I/O 2023 taking place on 10 May. · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics This week, we have the second instalment in our new mini series on the Play Store. Ed shows you some settings pertaining to the inst...
May 07, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 126
Episode 125: It’s the 2nd quarter of the App Bonanza for 2023 Welcome to our 2nd episode for the year 2023. Announcements: In this episode, Austin Pinto thanks the new subscribers to our YouTube channel. Doug Cameron unveils the “ Hable Project ,” where he also has a challenge for which you can register to participate. Kareen Kiwan announces a giveaway of 10 lifetime codes for the Cash Reader . Apps Bonanza In the “App Bonanza” segment, we bring you 5 apps. First up, we have...
Apr 30, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 125
Episode 124: It’s all about the Play Store This week, we start a new mini series on the Play Store. Announcements · Austin wasn’t with us this week as he was at his brother’s wedding – congratulations brother Pinto! · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPal or buying us a coffee . Android basics This week, we have the first in our new mini series on the Play Store. Warren gives us a...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 124
Episode 123: Android Beta 1 and Telelight This week, we look at Android 14 Beta 1 and talk to the developers of Telelight-Accessible Telegram. Announcements · Google is conducting a research study on 25 April and is seeking users who navigate Youtube using the keyboard – note that screen reader users will not be selected. You can express an interest by filling out this form . · If you’d like to don...
Apr 16, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 123
Episode 122: Developer options This week, we look at Developer options, often found in the system settings section in the Settings app. Announcements · Google is conducting a research study on 25 April and is seeking users who navigate YouTube, search and discover using the keyboard – note that screen reader users will not be selected. You can express an interest by filling out this form . · If you...
Apr 09, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 122
Welcome to episode 121. This week, we discuss about phone, and tips and support. Announcements We hit 900 subscribers on our YouTube channel Our accessible android app has been downloaded more than 700 times. Click here to download the app. Android 13 QPR 3 beta 2 was released this Wednesday. Click here to read changes . If you want to donate to us, you can do it 1 of 2 ways. PayPal Buy us a coffee Android basics. In this segment, we rap up the system settings by discussing the abo...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 121
Episode 120: It’s all about QPR This week, we look at system settings in the Settings app. Announcements · Accessible Android’s app has been downloaded over 500 times from the Play Store. Please do leave a review. From the app, you can browse app and device reviews, as well as subscribe to the Blind Android Users podcast and email list. · If you’d like to donate to us, you can do so via PayPa...
Mar 26, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 120
Episode 119: It’s all about QPR This week, we discuss the latest Quarterly Platform Releases. Announcements · Accessible Android’s app is now available in English. From here, you can browse app and device reviews, as well as subscribe to the Blind Android Users podcast and email list. · We thank another listener for an extremely generous donation. If you’d like to donate, you can do so via Pay...
Mar 19, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 119
Blind android users podcast episode 118, meet the youngest developer to ever appear on BAU podcast, Uday Shankar and our reflection of android 14 developer preview 2. This week we discuss android 14 developer preview 2 and chat with some guests. Spotlight 1. Chat with Ravi Kumar and Uday Shankar from Eurotech company and the 3RDI app. The app is still in closed beta phase, to join this beta testing, send your Gmail id to [email protected] Please note limited applicants allowed. T...
Mar 12, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 118
Episode 117: It’s all about Mobile World Congress 2023 This week, we discuss MWC 2023 Announcements · Thank you so much for the significant donations we have received this week. These encourage us to keep going and also help us pay the website hosting bills! If you want to donate, you can do so by using any of the 2 links. Link 1. Link 2. · Google have a couple of research studies: If you can atten...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 117
Episode 116: Catching up with Hema Natarajan from Bookshare to discuss the new Bookshare Reader. We caught up with Hema Natarajan from Bookshare and talked about the just released “ Bookshare Reader .” ANNOUNCEMENTS If you live in the United States, have a LinkedIn account and use the mobile app, research study group from the “ Accessibility User Research Collective ” from the “Shepherd Center” would like you to participate in a research study intended for the accessibility of the ...
Feb 26, 2023•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 116
Episode 115: It’s all about the Samsung Galaxy S23, and we continue our Settings tour This week, we resume our comprehensive look at the Settings app Announcements we first pray for our listeners in turkey siria and New Zealand effected by the strongand destructive earthquakes Austin reminds you to subscribe to the Blind Android Users Youtube channel, that way you could have seen John’s unboxing of the latest and greatest Samsung phone way earlier than you could have seen it anywhere else! Andro...
Feb 19, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 115
Episode 114: Android14 Developer Preview1 Google dropped the very first Dev Preview of Android14. ANNOUNCEMENTS (IN THE NEWS) We want to thank you listeners for subscribing to our YouTube channel as we are now at 856 subscribers. We are looking forward to reaching that 1000 mark this year. OnePlus debuts OnePlus11 “RealMe” guys came through with the “ Coca-Cola” phones . ANDROID BASIC: Android14 Developer Preview 1 Your BAU podcast crew reflects on the very first preview of Android...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 114
Episode 113: It’s all about Samsung!! This week, we look back at the Samsung Unpacked event. Announcements · The Competition Forum of India has fined Google for not allowing Google apps to be uninstalled from the Android OS. · Realme have teamed up with Coca-Cola and will be launching a Coca-Cola edition phone in the near future. Spotlight This week, we catch up on all the news from the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, and discuss why the S23 series doesn’t have satellite support. App of the week ...
Feb 06, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 113
Episode 112: App bonanza!! This week, it’s our first App Bonanza of 2023. Spotlight It’s our first App Bonanza of the year! We try to hold these every quarter, so keep an eye out across our social media channels for the next one and do please send us contributions! It takes the load off the crew and it’s great to hear new voices. This time, Warren demonstrates the Samsung Internet Browser – you don’t need a Samsung phone folks, Austin shows us the Yatri - Mumbai Local App – a transportation app ...
Jan 29, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 112
