Chris and Kim demonstrate two LG phones. Chris does a first time start by enabling Talkback and going through the setup process. Kim shows some cool things she likes about her LG phone. Chris is running the LG Optimus L90 D415 T-Mobile 4G Android Smartphone РGraphite Gray phone and Kim is running  an LG Ultimate 2 Android Prepaid Phone with Triple Minutes (Tracfone) They are also running a contest.  It is announced closer to the end of the podcast. Find out how you can win a $25 gift card fro...
Jun 14, 20150
In this episode, Chris and Kim discuss the assistive technology that they’ve been enjoying the most in recent weeks. Chris has been browsing Cyberspace while listening to his Triple Talk speech synthesizer. He shares some of the history of the hardware, as well. Chris shares why he’s so excited to get his hands on the newly-released Trekker Breeze + GPS hardware from Humanware. Kim shares about her heavy recent use and adoration of the Ivona text to speech voices. She also praises her first gene...
May 30, 20150
Chris and Kim talk about the new tutorial they released on Monday May 18, 2015.  This tutorial is for the new generation victor reader stream. Kim demonstrates some features of the stream and also talks about what went into the creation of the tutorial.  They also answer questions from the attendees. If you decide to purchase the tutorial use the coupon code tektalk518 and take off $15.  The coupon expires on May 25, 2015. Click here to go directly to the product page....
May 20, 20150
In today’s episode, Chris and Kim discuss their Microsoft wireless keyboards, and why they enjoy using these particular models. Kim uses the Microsoft Sculpt Comfort Keyboard for Business (V5S-00001), and loves her split space bar and luxurious wrist rest.¬† She also enjoys the spacing and the very smooth typing action. Chris uses the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Keyboard for Business (5KV-00001), and shares about its separate wireless keypad, and the switch that transforms the function keys into ...
May 12, 20150
In this episode, we will be debuting our comprehensive tutorial on the Humanware New Generation Victor Reader Stream. This tutorial covers universal Stream features such as creating, using and deleting bookmarks, date and time, the sleep timers, key describer mode, the built-in user guide and using the multi-tap text entry method to conduct text searches. We will be exploring and navigating the online and offline bookshelves, configuring and using wireless connections, and configuring / using th...
Apr 29, 20150
Mike May of Sendero Group walks us through the Uber service.
Apr 16, 20150
Chris and Kim demonstrate the Amazon Echo. They use it to play radio stations, ask it questions and even buy an album.
Apr 14, 20150
In this episode of the Mystic Access podcast, Chris and Kim discuss two additional VOIP services.  This is essentially a sequel to Episode 75. Phone.com: http://www.Phone.com is ideal for businesses of all sizes, and can be particularly efficient in helping your small business to sound like a giant corporation, as Chris and Kim demonstrate by calling the Mystic Access phone line. Voipo: http://www.voipo.com has a large feature set, and a small price tag.  Packages are available for both reside...
Apr 11, 20150
In this episode, Chris demos some of the features of the second generation Victor Reader Stream, manufactured by Humanware.  There are several major enhancements in this version that are not included in the previous generation Stream, and some of them, such as the internet radio and Bard services, are shared here.  Kim also makes a big announcement that may be of interest to many second gen Stream owners and would-be owners.  Learn more about the new generation of the Victor Reader Stream at ...
Mar 29, 20150
In this episode, Kim demonstrates her generic Bluetooth transmitter by connecting it to her laptop computer, Book Sense (standard version), and first generation Victor Reader Stream. She uses two Bluetooth speakers for her demonstrations, and you can learn more about said speakers in the following podcast Kim really loves this neat little device, and we hope you enjoy learning more about Bluetooth transmitters and how they can bring more pleasure to your reading and listening experiences.
Mar 15, 20150
Chris and Kim turn on an Asus chromebook and enable ChromeVox. They start the ChromeVox wizard and browse a web site.
Mar 08, 20150
Chris and Kim demonstrate the Ivee Flex and Ivee Sleek from www.helloivee.com This episode was sponcered by Audible.com  click here for your 30 day trial.
Jan 07, 20150
We just wanted to take this time and wish our listeners a Happy Holiday season and best wishes for 2015.
Dec 18, 20140
This Christmas story is by Jonathan Mosen.
Dec 11, 20140
Chris demonstrates the Thumbprint Security USB Reader.  He adds a finger and logs in with lastpass.
Nov 04, 20140
Chris and Kim talk about Voip services they have used in the past and are currently using. We even talk about the classco caller id units and ask the question, “Are there any other caller id units besides the classco units that announce over call waiting?” The views expressed in this podcast are from personal experience.
Oct 05, 20140
In this podcast, Chris and Kim do a short demonstration on Touchless notifications. There are two versions, a free version and a pro version.
Oct 05, 20140
In this episode, Chris and Kim perform an initial setup on Kim’s new Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8″: Overall, Kim is very impressed with the speed and responsiveness of her new device! We hope you enjoy our adventure.
Jul 10, 20140
In this podcast, Chris and Kim discuss three bluetooth speakers.  The PopRock MiniBoom, the Jawbone Jambox, and the Kakkoii WOW. They describe each speaker, share some of their experiences in using them, and demonstrate the respective sound quality of each one.
Jul 05, 20140
In this podcast, Kim Loftis joins the Mystic Access Podcast. We unbox the Samsung Galaxy Tab S. We enable accessibility and set up the tablet. After the podcast was complete I figured out I skipped over the option to have slide and lift enabled when typing. It is near the echo password option.
Jul 02, 20140
In this podcast I remember the CD3o MP3 Player by playing a demo I recorded in 2005.  It just goes to show how far we have come and the products that are no longer around that were ahead of their time.
May 26, 20140
In episode 69 of the Mystic Access podcast, I demonstrate the VIP 3000 Talking thermostat from talkingthermostats.com. I purchased mine from speaktomecatalog.com
May 04, 20140
On January 19, 2014 I call The Tech Guy to talk about the partnership between GW Micro and Microsoft that gives Window-eyes to anyone using Microsoft Office 2010 or later.
Jan 20, 20140
In episode 66 I demonstrated the phases of the moon accessible Android app from Universe today.  In this podcast I demonstrate the same app but running on the ios platform.  I show how accessible the app is and applaud them for creating not one but two accessible apps on two different platforms.
Jan 01, 20140
People are passionate about their devices. Whether you use iOS’ VoiceOver features or Android’s accessibility, this episode is for you. Four accessible tech experts debate the virtues and the failings of both phones. CCVIP’s instructors Lynne Tatum and Gus Chalkias take up the pro-iOS side, while Chris Nova from Mystic Access and Dutch computer science student Florian Beijers champion Android devices. The first half hour is a general debate between both sides. After a short break, we’ll take you...
Dec 05, 20130
In this episode I demonstrate phases of the moon.  This is an android app that works great with the talkback screen reader.  It is published by Universe today. I also mention the Astronomy Cast and the 365 Days of Astronomy podcast.   Both great podcasts that I enjoy.
Nov 10, 20130
In Episode 65 I walk through Tell Me The Time.  This is a speaking clock that is fully accessible with Talkback and has a couple unique features.  Wave your hand and have it announce the time.  Have it announce the time of day such as morning, afternoon, evening or night.
Nov 02, 20130
In this podcast I demonstrate Talking Dialer.  This is a dialer used on Android.  You place your finger anywhere on the screen and that becomes the number 5.  To enter a 3 you would slide your finger up and to the right then lift.  To enter another number, start the sequence over again.  To dial the phone, double tap.  The phone speaks the number you dialed, to confirm it double tap again. To use the phone book, toggle by using your menu button....
Oct 21, 20130
In this episode, I talk to Leo Laporte about Assistive Technology on his Tech Guy show.¬† A previous caller asked him if he could get Android phones to read selected text.¬† Leo turns on Talkback and doesn’t know how to turn it off.¬† So I assist him. I have clipped out the conversation¬† between Leo and myself.¬† If you want to listen to the show in its entirety click here.
Oct 07, 20130
In this podcast I demonstrate one hand answer.  This is an Android ap that you can use to answer the phone, silence the ringer and other things by performing a gesture.
Sep 21, 20130
