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RNIB Tech Talk

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\nSport - See sport differently.
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\nThe Happy Hour - Mental health, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing.
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\nSupport - Other podcasts from RNIB.
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Episodes

Tech Talk GeekOut Episode #004: March Madness

Steven and Shaun are joined by Zello regular Eric from the US of A to talk about the new Apple product launch and also the new products from Samsung. #TechTalkGeekOut #RNIBConnect

Apr 06, 201755 min

Smart... Toilets?

Steven was tasked with the report on smart toilets this week, but he wasn't too happy about it! Listen to find out how smart toilets could leave you feeling flush! #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Apr 04, 20174 min

Back To Basics: Getting your email on an iPhone

In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple function on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how to send an email using your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Apr 04, 20175 min

KNFB Reader On Windows Review

The popular experience of KNFB Reader on app is now available for Windows 10. Shaun reviews the new software. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Apr 04, 201712 min

Amazon Kindle Fire HD Review

If you're looking for a cheap and accessible tablet that you can browse online, watch movies and TV and listen to books and podcasts, you might want to try out the Kindle Fire HD from Amazon. Steven has just bought one and thought he'd put it through its paces for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Apr 04, 20179 min

Getting Audio Description On BBC iPlayer Using Braillenote Touch

One of our listeners has been in touch to ask if it is possible to get audio description on the BBC iPlayer using the Braillenote Touch. The good news is a new update from Humanware has made this possible, and Julie Rodaway told us all about it. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Apr 04, 20172 min

App Review: Downcast

Want to listen podcasts easily using your Apple or Android smartphone? Why not try out the Downcast app? Julie Rodaway reviews for #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Mar 28, 20174 min

Notetaking with the iPhone

Julie Rodaway finds out about the various options that could help you use your iPhone to the fullest. Julie reviews a bluetooth keyboard and a bluetooth braille display paired to the iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 28, 20179 min

RNIB In Your Pocket: An Independent Review

Our long time listener and now co-host of Tech Talk, Julie Rodaway, took some time out of her busy schedule to put together an independent review of the new RNIB In Your Pocket. Julie purchased the device herself and in no way represents RNIB's views of this product. All her views are her own. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 21, 201718 min

The Bristol Braille Canute

If you love reading braille and want to condense all of your large volumes of braille into one simple reading device, the Canute from Bristol Braille might be for you. Ed Rogers from the company spoke to Steven and Julie this week to tell us more about the new device coming later this year. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 21, 201710 min

Reading Kindle Books On Your PC

Shaun finds out about the improvements in accessibility allowing Kindle users to read their books via the PC. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 21, 20179 min

Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 2)

The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device in part 2. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 14, 201714 min

Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#003: The Spy In Your House

In the third episode of GeekOut, we follow the story that our smart devices may be listening to our every word, whether we want it to or not. But could these devices be used against us? Find out about the ongoing murder case in Arkansas where Amazon's Echo may soon be taking to the stand. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Mar 08, 20179 min

RNIB In Your Pocket

Ever wanted to relax with a good book or catch up on the day's news from the papers? RNIB In Your Pocket lets you do just that, and more. It's a new device from RNIB that gives you easy access to over 25,000 books, newspapers and magazines from the UK sight loss charity. Listen to Steven Scott's special report for #TechTalk #RNIBConnect

Mar 07, 201713 min

Review: Braillenote Touch (Part 1)

The Braillenote Touch from Humanware brings the joy of an Android tablet together with the ease of a braille display for the very first time. Our regular listener Julie got in touch to share her thoughts on the popular device. Part 2 is coming soon. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 07, 201715 min

How To: Setting Up An Amazon Echo (With No Vision)

If you're thinking of buying an Amazon Echo device but think you won't be able to set it up as you have no sight, then worry no more! Shaun has spent some time setting up a brand new Dot from scratch just to show you how it's done. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Mar 07, 201711 min

Tech Talk GeekOut Ep#002: KNFB Reader Exclusive

If you are a fan of the KNFB Reader app for iPhone and Android, you may be very interested to know that the app is coming to Windows PCs. Find out more with Joel Zimba speaking exclusively to RNIB on this GeekOut special. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

Mar 01, 201719 min

The First Braille Smartwatch

Find out more about the latest gadgets being shown off at #CSUNATC17 this year including the Dot braille smartwatch. Steven Scott reports. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Feb 28, 20175 min

Review: Micro Speak Portable Recorder

If you're in the market for an accessible recording device, why not try the Micro Speak? That's what our listener Julie Rodaway has been telling the team this week. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Feb 28, 20175 min
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