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Product Minute: Zoomax Snow 12 Inch video magnifier with Speech (more than half price) Very handy portable tablet sized video magnifier and OCR print reading device. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/zoomax-snow-12-with-speech-magnifier.html A Chat About the new BT Speak and bt Speak Pro Note taker or note taker and full desktop. My Demo: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2d3u25/BTSpeak_Pro_demo6d30p.mp3 https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2d3u25/BTSpeak_Pro_demo6d30p.mp3 Blazie Tech Website: https://www.blazietech.com Zoom H4 Essential Thoughts for My Usage Odd for me at the moment, going back to my Zoom Podtrak P4. I think I got caught up with accessibility, and not looking at my current functionality with the difference between the P4 and the H4 Essential. Humanware Announces V2.2 for Brailliant and Mantis V2.2 - single USB or BT terminal mode, and better power management. Aira Announces Beta of Access AI Feature for Photos AI will tell you what it thinks is in a photo, and a human will verify. https://aira.io/aira-announces-new-access-ai-feature-at-csun/ ARX Vision 1.5 Joins up with Microsoft Seeing AI on Android (limited release) Interesting to see how this new version of the ARX Vision goes with the power of Seeing AI and Navilense on Android. I still have some concerns about scene detection and object recognition. Like Chat AI systems, don’t rely 100 percent on what you are being told smile. Pre-Order the Braille emotion from HIMS New updated version of their note taker. https://hims-inc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Braille-eMotion-Brochure-DIGITAL.pdf Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TALKING TECH SHOW NOTES FOR MARCH 19 2024 Product minute: Manual Braille Labeller. Nice to have around to simply label stuff in Braille. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/reizen-rl-350-braille-labeller.html My Concerns of Using Hable One with Android Some of the Hable One commands simply do not work on my Samsung Z Flip 3. Folks on the web have said it does work, and it doesn’t work on their Android devices, so I think it is one of those Android things where openness leads to issues. I would suggest folks try the Hable One on your own Android device before purchase. However, works fine on my iPhone, and you’ll find a demo of it on my podcast feed. https://davidwoodbr.podbean.com/e/hable-one-description-pairing-and-basic-navigation-on-iphone-with-voiceover/ My and Stephen’s Thoughts of using the Zoom H1 Essential Recorder Overall we decided great device. However, just because it’s “accessible” doesn’t mean you don’t have to learn how to use the device to get the most out of it. Check out the excellent tutorial done by Jonathan Mosen on they Living Blindfully podcast for the Zoom H1 Essential Recorder. Only 3 Years, And My AirPods Max Has Died Considering how expensive they were, and only purchased in Dec 2020. Off this week to see how much the battery will cost to be exchanged. Good Stop Watch App for Your Mac Great to keep track of timed events: recording podcasts, radio shows etc. https://apps.apple.com/au/app/good-stopwatch/id1268456701?mt=12 How to Turn Off Predictive Text in Mac OS Nice little quick tip podcast from Applevis. https://applevis.com/podcasts/how-disable-predictive-text-suggestions-macos You Can Access Google Gemini Via a Webpage at: https://gemini.google.com NBN Upgrade for Aussie’s Towards the End of the Year 2024 With increased data usage, people in Australia want faster data, and it looks like we will get it towards the end of the year based on an article from The Age a few weeks ago. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TALKING TECH FOR MARCH 12 2024 Product Minute from the Vision Store Code Jumper - a great way to teach students coding through physical play. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/code-jumper.html A Reminder for CSUN 2024 Number 39 March 18 to 24 2024 I’m really looking forward to this years 39TH conference, especially in the realm of AI. https://www.csun.edu/cod/conference/sessions/index.php/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIi9fA3O3ghAMV0-MWBR1mrQO1EAAYASAAEgIbrvD_BwE Some Very Interesting JAWS, and Fusion Updates for March 2024 Picture Smart AI for me is the outstanding feature in this JAWS update, using the power of AI to fully describe images on a social media page or in. A file on your pC. https://blog.freedomscientific.com/the-march-update-to-fusion-suite-2024-is-here/ Fantastic interview with Dean Blazie from Blazie Technologies with Jonathan Mosen Sometimes nice to see how things workout for folks, and how things came to be. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/blindness-technology-icon-deane-blazie-goes-down-memory/id973360653?i=1000648103827 Braille Web Word Puzzle Game This web based Braille word puzzle game by guessing the number of dots to make up a word is fun - https://www.themisgames.com/brailliance/ What I believe Should be Labelled as a Bug with the Envision AI app on BSC2 If the BSC@ folks know that Google sign in on the BSC2 doesn’t work, then why let Envision AI app for the BSC2 offer it? Apple Releases iOS and iPad OS 17.4 For me the outstanding feature for iOS 17.4 for us outside of the EU is the transcription option now in Apple Podcasts where you can jump and start listening to a spot in the podcast transcribed text, not to mention the accessibility for people who are deaf blind. https://applevis.com/blog/apple-releases-ios-174-ipados-174-new-emoji-podcast-transcripts-major-changes-eu Mac OS 10.4, TV OS 10.4, and Watch OS 10.4 Released Nothing earth shattering for accessibility. However, in Mac OS, you now have the option in VO Utility for the Left/Right QuickNav option to toggle on Single key QuickNav as well as QuickNav itself. https://applevis.com/blog/apple-releases-macos-sonoma-144-watchos-104-tvos-174 Apple Also Quietly Released 10 new Accessories Watch bands, iPhone cases, and a welkin stand for the Apple TV 4K to enhance using your iPhone as a camera when on FaceTime calls. __ __ e/best-iphone-accessories/ Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
My First Colouring Book Yes I no not Tech related grin. I’m really looking forward to trying this out with my Grandson. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/my-first-colouring-book-animals.html Loop Ear Buds Various ear buds for different Environments simply using acoustic filters. https://www.amazon.com.au/s?me=A1CVBR8PLBYTJC&marketplaceID=A39IBJ37TRP1C6 Amazon Echo Pop, new Echo No Thanks, simply not impressed. https://www.amazon.com.au/Introducing-sound-compact-speaker-Charcoal/dp/B09WXH9BH7 The Blind Podmaker, Jonathan Mosen's review of the Zoom H6Essential recorder Jonathan Mosen begins his reviews of all three recorders in the Essential series. The h6Essential is the most capable member of the series, providing six tracks of recording, interchangeable microphone capsules, 32 bit float, a playback mixer, audio interface capability and more. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-blind-podmaker/id1560929891?i=1000647718635 NB all 3 demos of the H6, H4, and H1 now complete. Using a Microphone for Speech Recognition Simply, better mic, better experience with voice dictation, and voice control. https://abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/new-microphone-invented-speech-recognition?utm_source=toptechtidbits&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=02292024&utm_term=editorial Envision Ai Now on the BSC2. In some ways, still the challenge of object recognition. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hable one Yes it is in the web shop now. Here are some notes I wrote about the Hable one, then you’ll find the link to the shop page. Product description: Hable One is an external braille keyboard designed for people who are blind or have low vision to use and navigate their smartphone or tablet (iOS or Android)with ease. No installation is needed – just pair it to your smart device via Bluetooth and start Brailling (Android or iOS will be auto detected if first time paired).. Physical description: TOP 6 Braille round keys laid out in standard Braille cell formation. Key 7 next to keys 23 on left, and key 8 next to keys 56 on right (both 7 and 8 are long keys).. Front On/off slider switch. Left edge front - slot to attach wrist strap. Back USBC port. Bottom 4 rubber stoppers at each corner to stop sliding on surface. Features Works with both iPhone and android phones/tablets. Easily held in the hands. Update via Hable app (free).. Compact 8 Braille key design. Easy to remember Braille keyboard commands. One handed mode available for major functions. Menu within Hable one gives easy access to other functions: such as Switch Braille keys, one hand mode, and battery status. Switch Braille keyboard input orientation for user preference via menu.. With Bluetooth head phones, never need to take phone out of pocket: secure and safe usage. Lock and unlock device with keyboard. Easily answer/hang up phone calls. Use physical keys when typing numbers in to an automated system. Launch personal assistant or dictation. Quicly respond to a mesage in a noisy environment.. Easily Navigate to, and check info in apps. Start/stop media playing. Braille extended emails, notes, etc. Replicate all screen reader functions (Talkback Android and VoiceOver iPhone). Easily check battery status via menu. 3 hours to charge internal battery via UsB, 50 hours usage. Tips: By default, the Braille keys on the Hable One will be upside down as you are holding the device against you with the keys facing away. If you feel the keyboard laying on a table with the on/off button closest to you: Dot keys 14 and 36 are switched. Your fingers when holding the Hable One will be on the correct keys, although it may not feel like it. You can switch the orientation if you like via the Hable menu. Hable one menu - all 6 cell main keys (123456). When in menu, (one command for each menu activation). X (1436) - switch Braille keys orientation. Lower c (36) - check battery status, vibrations denote charge level, 1 low 3 high. 1 - switch to Android. 2 - switch to iOS. If originally paired to iOS or Android, use Hable menu to switch to other operating system. Various languages available chosen via the Hable menu. Multiple device pairing not currently available. Examples of keyboard navigation: Hold 7 then press 8 - move to the next item. Hold 8 then press 7 - move to the previous item. Press 36 - activate current item. As there is no: Space bar - key 8. Enter key - keys 18. And so on. In the Box: Hable One. USBC to USBA cable. Braille card with link to manuals. Wrist strap. Dimensions: Hight: 0.8CM. Length : 10CM. Width: 4.6CM. Weight: 0.36KG. Check it out on the shop page or in the store. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/hable-one.html VA connect the vision Australia library I thought it was timely for a reminder that the Vision Australia Library is for anyone with a print disability as well as being blind or having low vision. To access the library once you have joined, The Va Connect app for both Android and iOS works well giving you access to daisy audio books, newspapers, magazines, and podcasts from the Vision Australia Radio service (including Talking Tech). https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/library Rice is Not Included in Apple Support document for a Wet iPhone Yes, it is a myth, so don’t even do it if you have an Android phone smile. https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/19/24077532/apple-support-document-wet-iphone-no-rice Google Spotted Making a Move towards Seamless Updates So rather than a big update for your Samsung phone, updates would happen seamlessly which some manufacturers don’t like. https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-may-only-support-seamless-updates The Future of AI Smart Phones We use to worry about the power of our PC to run Assistive Tech, now it’s the power of our mobile devices to run AI and AGI in the future. https://blogs.idc.com/2024/02/19/the-future-of-next-gen-ai-smartphones/ Foxtel Hubbl is it something useful You probably know what the answer is for accessibility, of course not sigh smile. Plus the fact smart TVS do the same thing as well as Fire TV, Apple TV etc. https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/feb/24/doesnt-my-tv-already-do-this-is-hubbl-a-foxtel-thought-bubble-or-worth-the-trouble Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
News From the Vision Store: Vision Store Parramatta Closed Feb 21 to April 22 Due to Building Renovations. As of February 29, Vision Store no longer selling Apple products. Product Spot Light: Mini Guide. One of my most longest used sonar type devices for obstacle detection. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/miniguide-ultrasonic-echo-location-detector.html Products that I will be investigating: Ultra Cane. Sonar Glasses. Object Detection with LIDAR on iPhone 12 Pro and Above Note I said Object Detection and not object recognition which as far as I'm concerned still has a long way to go. Humanware and JAWS using Split View Braille Great to see this: being able to monitor 2 separate things at the same time with a Braille display. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fei3VC_DiWY From Six Colours, Vision Pro Accessibility in the Real(ish) World Excellent article about the current state and perhaps future possibilities for the Vision Pro for blind or low vision https://sixcolors.com/post/2024/02/vision-pro-accessibility-in-the-realish-world/ Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
60 seconds Product spot: All Terrain Cane. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/all-terrain-cane.html With all the hype around AI/AR/VR etc, I thought it would be good to take a pause and look at the other tech trends that are important to us now and moving forward: 5G Expansion and Adoption: 5G networks will become more widespread, offering faster and more reliable connectivity. This will accelerate the development and adoption of IoT devices, smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and other applications that rely on high-speed internet connections. Edge Computing: Edge computing will gain momentum as organizations seek to process data closer to its source to reduce latency and improve efficiency. This approach will become increasingly critical for real-time applications like IoT, autonomous vehicles, and video streaming. Cybersecurity Enhancements: With the increasing digitization of society, cybersecurity will remain a top priority. AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, Zero Trust architecture, and advancements in encryption techniques will be crucial in combating evolving cyber threats. Sustainable Technology Solutions: Sustainability will be a key consideration in technology development and deployment. This includes the use of renewable energy sources for data centers, designing eco-friendly hardware, and implementing green practices in IT operations. Healthcare Technology Innovations: Digital health solutions, telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and AI-powered diagnostics will continue to transform healthcare delivery, improving access, efficiency, and patient outcomes. Privacy and Data Ethics: There will be increasing scrutiny and regulations around data privacy and ethics, driven by growing concerns over data misuse, surveillance, and algorithmic biases. Technologies that prioritize user privacy and transparency will gain traction. This Article caught my attention, is Tech bad or am I getting in to Grumpy Old Man Status: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/is-technology-bad-or-have-i-reached-grumpy-old-man-status/#ftag=CAD590a51e In Other News: Bard has changed to Gemini. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talking Tech for Feb 6 2024 Product Minute - SensePlayer OCR 60 seconds for me to talk about some great VA Store stuff that I personally use. First cab off the rank is the SensePlayer OcR. Why I love it: FM Radio, Smart Keyboard to iPhone, Ability to Run Android Apps, and further development easily achievable. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/sense-player-ocr-et.html New Spot Where You Can Access Talking Tech From Last three episodes of talking tech now available on main shop Vision Australia webpage. https://shop.visionaustralia.org Review of the ATIA 2024 Conference from the Blind Life Excellent run down of major product suppliers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFC8tyjKANM Apple technical specifications for the Vision Pro Remember, not available in Australia yet smile. However, that is great as we get to see things ironed out as it were smile. Apple Vision Pro - Technical Specifications - Apple https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/specs/ Review of the Vision Pro from Daring fire Ball Just keep in mind that these are initial reviews with a bit of shiny new toy perspective for both positive and constructive feedback. So let’s see what happens in the next month or so. https://daringfireball.net/2024/01/the_vision_pro SMH - Finally an Apple Product Worthwhile Talking About Popped this review in here as it was an Aussie review, and SMH has not always been positive about Apple stuff. https://www.smh.com.au/technology/finally-a-new-apple-device-really-worth-talking-about-20240204-p5f286.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_technology Vision Pro Already Spotted in the Wild Yep, some odd things. https://www.cultofmac.com/845409/apple-vision-pro-in-public/ Apple Documents Vision Pro Accessibility Features Just a tip, you really really have to learn the gestures for the Vision Pro, gestures are completely different to iPhone usage but of course sharing same concepts. https://applevis.com/blog/apple-documents-apple-vision-pro-accessibility-features-including-voiceover-zoom-guides Tim Cook Teases Apple AI Improvements Coming Later this Year at Recent Fin Quarter Update Both hands with fingers crossed, about time Siri embraced the goodness of an LLM, keep tuned for WWDC 2024. https://9to5mac.com/2024/02/01/tim-cook-apple-ai-ios-18/ Hands on with Perplexity, and How AI Could Lose Google’s Grip on Search Engine Market Yep: more folks using LLM’s rather than Google search. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/01/technology/perplexity-search-ai-google.html In Other News A note about the Braille Doodle delay, and Upcoming updates to the Blind Shell Classic 2. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TECH THAT I USE MYSELF Last week I talked about tech from the VA Store, this week this is a list of the tech I use for various reasons. Before I do that, an updated price for the BTSpeak and BTSpeak Pro: $795 and $1195 US respectively. Now to the tech list which I explain fully in the show. Tile Tag. AirTag. Steel Series 5 Gaming Head Set. Bluetooth transmitter. External USB Sound card. Zoom Podtrak P4. USBC port hug. External UsBC hard drive. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TALKING TECH FOR JAN 23 2024 A reminder about the Web Aim Screen Reader Survey Closing 31 January 2024 https://webaim.org/projects/screenreadersurvey10/ VAR Studio One Interview My Interview On VA Radio Studio One About Tech that blind or low vision folks use. https://omny.fm/shows/studio1/technology-and-us Apple Vision Report Card for 2023 from AppleVis https://applevis.com/blog/apple-vision-accessibility-2023-applevis-report-card BTSpeak from Blazie Technology Yep, it’s the updated and improved Braille and Speak from the 1990’s. https://www.blazietech.com Apple Watch S9 and Ultra 2 Now Sold in the US without Blood Oxygen Level Sensor Rest of world is fine. https://www.macrumors.com/2024/01/18/apple-website-apple-watch-blood-oxygen-removal/ Vision Pro Vision Pro Pre-orders as of 19 January, and available February 2 in the US. Intro guide video to the Vision Pro: https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/guided-tour/ Samsung 24 Arrives with Some Interesting AI Features https://www.engadget.com/watch-the-samsung-galaxy-unpacked-2024-event-in-under-10-minutes-110059576.html?_fsig=w0nxZhWLO9F7G5yWgzgO_Q--%7EA Back to Work or Study My Gadget Suggestions iPhone 15 Pro and Apple Watch SE iPad Pro AirPods Pro 3rd Generation Mac Bluetooth Mini Keyboard Arkon Desk Smart Phone STand JAWS, Zoomtext or Fusion Large Print USB Keyboard Range of optical hand held magnifiers Daylight Smart Go Lamp Explore 12 Video Magnifier KWF Telescopic Cane Mini Guide Stellatrek Brailliant BI40X Display Classic Perkins Brailler SensePlayer OCR ET One thing that Vision Australia Vision Store does not sell which I highly recommend, are either the Tile Tag for Android or iOS users or the Apple AirTags from Apple for iPhone. And a second thing smile, is the Accessible Power bank charger from AT Guys to keep your smart phone, Stellatrek charged etc. Oh, and one more thing, a monitor arm is amazing to bring your monitor closer to you. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TALKING TECH FOR JAN 16 2024 Vision Pro Availability Announced by Apple In the US only, pre-order Jan 19, and available Feb 2024. Promo Video for the Vision Pro https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/01/09/apple-released-a-short-video-teasing-apple-vision-pro?utm_medium=rss Apple Quietly increased the Find My Limit from 16 to 32 as of iOS 16 https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/01/12/apple-quietly-increased-the-find-my-limit-to-32-items?utm_medium=rss Apple Releases Magic Keyboard Firmware Update to fix Bluetooth Vulnerable https://9to5mac.com/2024/01/11/apple-magic-keyboard-firmware-update/ CES 2024 Notable Accessibility Items Hear See Mobility using Smart Cane and Software for indoor navigation https://hearseemobility.org https://hearseemobility.org/ Glidance Brings Glide - self driving type robotic Cane device to assist Blind Navigate https://www.therobotreport.com/glide-works-with-people-with-blindness-navigate-world-says-glidance-ceo/ Glasses for the hard of hearing, the Blind, and the first In Ear Computer https://www.euronews.com/next/2024/01/10/ces-2024-glasses-for-the-hard-of-hearing-the-blind-and-the-first-in-ear-computer-stun-tech Light House Tech - LTH01 Smart Glasses https://www.lighthousetech.ch/#:~:text=LTH01%20promotes%20safe%2C%20independent%20outdoorreducing%20access%20barriers%20to%20opportunities. OneCom’s Fintin V1 Keyboard for BLV https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/onecoms-fintin-v1-mini-qwerty-communicator-for-the-visually-impaired-to-debut-at-ces-2024-after-winning-best-of-innovation-award-302024367.html OneCourt Haptic Mini Field Lets BLV Follow Game https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/09/onecourts-haptic-mini-field-lets-blind-fans-follow-the-game-by-touch/ Orcam Hear Hands On https://www.engadget.com/orcam-hear-hands-on-a-surprisingly-effective-voice-isolation-platform-for-those-with-hearing-loss-230243953.html?src=rss Head Tracking and Silent Speech https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/10/augmental-head-tracking/ Whisp Brings Electronic Larynx Voice Box’s in to This Millennium https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/11/whispp-voice-app/?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9uZXdzLmdvb2dsZS5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAUW4G9IX6-ZaIjWiPLmzHVLM6pZwOC4CF9_nTmQPaspyEoNwvFmwZVmwfGQN1H5uNA3Cssy9nIEZt5NU5bS5Q9fpEgh3Qd2QLnXEYNVKjQwjNX4FX1XzTQjF3WsU59hq_4jwuM6Mr434Vg-Cz3P5s4qds8vLYb4KncgPC8xc4f5 Audio Radar Helps Gamers with Hearing Loss https://www.engadget.com/audio-radar-helps-gamers-with-hearing-loss-see-sound-effects-instead-195001226.html?src=rss Other Interesting CES 2024 Tech Clicks Brings a Physical Keyboard to the iPhone https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/01/04/clicks-brings-a-physical-keyboard-to-your-iphone?utm_medium=rss This Ring Allows you to Whisper to Your Phone (because sometimes we have to use our inside Voice) https://www.engadget.com/this-ring-lets-you-whisper-to-your-phone-because-sometimes-we-need-to-use-our-inside-voices-002529204.html?src=rss Voice Frequency Absorber https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/04/this-startup-is-bringing-a-voice-frequency-absorber-to-ces-2024/ Shokz Shows off its OpenSwim Water Proof Bone Conduction Head Phones https://www.engadget.com/shokz-debuts-its-openswim-pro-bone-conduction-waterproof-headphones-at-ces-2024-230036513.html?src=rss Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celebrating World Braille Day for 2024, Vision Australia https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2024-01-04-world-braille-day Webaim Screen Reader Survey number 10 - closing Jan 31 2024 https://webaim.org/projects/screenreadersurvey10/ Ban on Apple Watch series 9 and Apple Watch ultra two as of December 26, 2023 currently under appeal by Apple. Consumer electronics show CES Jan 9 to 12 2024 in Las Vegas https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/5/24025489/ces-2024-tv-transportation-laptops-smart-home-what-to-expect Samsung Unpacked Event for Jan 18 202. https://www.samsung.com/au/unpacked/ Copilot comes to android as well as iOS. Oddly on Android, you have to say if you are using Bixbie at least, launc (rather than open) to run copilot. Microsoft is Making its Biggest Change to Windows Keyboard for a Long Time Yep, we’re getting a Copilot key on Windows keyboards this year. https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-is-adding-a-new-copilot-key-to-your-windows-pc/ Tom Tom and Microsoft team up to produce generative AI for car navigation: https://www.engadget.com/tomtom-and-microsoft-team-up-to-bring-generative-ai-to-automobiles-063002000.html?src=rss Grok (X AI) now appears on X app as a Tab in Australia at least (Part of premium subscription). t Talking tech for Jan 2024 8 of June Celebrating World Braille Day for 2024, Vision Australia https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2024-01-04-world-braille-day Webaim Screen Reader Survey number 10 - closing Jan 31 2024 https://webaim.org/projects/screenreadersurvey10/ Ban on Apple Watch series 9 and Apple Watch ultra two as of December 26, 2023 currently under appeal by Apple. Consumer electronics show CES Jan 9 to 12 2024 in Las Vegas https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/5/24025489/ces-2024-tv-transportation-laptops-smart-home-what-to-expect Samsung Unpacked Event for Jan 18 202. https://www.samsung.com/au/unpacked/ Copilot comes to android as well as iOS. Oddly on Android, you have to say if you are using Bixbie at least, launc (rather than open) to run copilot. Microsoft is Making its Biggest Change to Windows Keyboard for a Long Time Yep, we’re getting a Copilot key on Windows keyboards this year. https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-is-adding-a-new-copilot-key-to-your-windows-pc/ Tom Tom and Microsoft team up to produce generative AI for car navigation: https://www.engadget.com/tomtom-and-microsoft-team-up-to-bring-generative-ai-to-automobiles-063002000.html?src=rss Grok (X AI) now appears on X app as a Tab in Australia at least Talking tech for Jan 2024 8 of June Celebrating World Braille Day for 2024, Vision Australia https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2024-01-04-world-braille-day Webaim Screen Reader Survey number 10 - closing Jan 31 2024 https://webaim.org/projects/screenreadersurvey10/ Ban on Apple Watch series 9 and Apple Watch ultra two as of December 26, 2023 currently under appeal by Apple. Consumer electronics show CES Jan 9 to 12 2024 in Las Vegas https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/5/24025489/ces-2024-tv-transportation-laptops-smart-home-what-to-expect Samsung Unpacked Event for Jan 18 202. https://www.samsung.com/au/unpacked/ Copilot comes to android as well as iOS. Oddly on Android, you have to say if you are using Bixbie at least, launc (rather than open) to run copilot. Microsoft is Making its Biggest Change to Windows Keyboard for a Long Time Yep, we’re getting a Copilot key on Windows keyboards this year. https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-is-adding-a-new-copilot-key-to-your-windows-pc/ Tom Tom and Microsoft team up to produce generative AI for car navigation: https://www.engadget.com/tomtom-and-microsoft-team-up-to-bring-generative-ai-to-automobiles-063002000.html?src=rss Grok (X AI) now appears on X app as a Tab in Australia at least (Part of premium subscription). t (Part of premium subscription). t Get Outlook for iOS https://aka.ms/o0ukef Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Things that caught my Attention in 2023 and looking Ahead in to 2024 2023 DotPad. Monarch (preview). Sinceplayer OCR ET. Brailliant BIX 20 or 40 software update that includes speech output with Daisy book reading. Victor Reader stream 3. iPhone 15 Pro (Actions button). Things to look forward to in 2024 Finally release hopefully of the Mountbatten Tutor from Quantum.: a couple of years overdue. Accessible cheaper basic feature mobile phones. DotPad comes through Quantum. Monarch perhaps at the end of the year from Humanware. Advances in Obstacle identification, and Obstacle Detection on smart phones. Advances in taking photos and videos with AI assistance. Advancements in Satellite communication with mobile phones: text, phone calls. Alexa, Google, and Siri accessing LLM’s. Better wearable obstacle detection devices. Wider variety of accessible Console games. Finally hands on with the Vision Pro. All of the usual upgrade stuff from Apple, plus updates to USBC for the AirPods Max, Magic Keyboard, trackpad and mouse. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is Computer Artificial Intelligence (AI) In simple terms, it is making computers think like Humans. Eg recognising speech, making decision, and recognising patterns etc. General examples of Computer AI Advanced Web Search Engines. Recommendation systems. Virtual assistance. Speech recognition. Automatic translation. Automatic audio translation. Automated speech synthesis. Smart home. Predictive maintenance. Natural language processing. Super play. Content creation. Image recognition. Automated image generation. Automated music composition. Automated text summary. Face detection. Spell checking. Word suggestions. Weather prediction. Cyber Security. Medical diagnosis.. Health and well being. Automated customer service. Trains. Shipping. Aviation. Automatic Driving Assistance. Self driving cars. Autonomous Drones. Robotics. Examples Of Computer AI for Blind or Low Vision Object recognition. Distance from objecgts. Indoor navigation. Scene description. Currency detection. Colour detection. Light detection. People detection. Hand writing recognition. Optical Character recognition (OCR). Word prediction.. Bar or QR code detection. Voice control. Examples of Handy AI Apps for Blind or Low Vision Folks Assistive Tech Seeing AI (various channels/Options). Be-My-Eyes (Virtual Assistant feature). Envision. Magnifier on iOS (door, People, text, and obstacle detection). Chat GPT. Bing/Copilot. Bard. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Telescopic Cane is Now Available from the Vision Store Ok, so not tech exactly, but this telescopic cane is excellent, light weight, easy to extend/retract, and just feels really really nice in the hand. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/kwf-54inch-138cm-telescopic-cane-button-style.html Sight Tech Global 2023 Held on Dec 6-7, an online 2 day conference about the trends in tech for blind/low vision, and of course this year, mainly all about AI. https://sighttechglobal.com Hable One Custom Keyboard for iOS/Android Now has an Android App as Well Glad to see the Android app being released, makes updating the keyboard that much easier without having to find a person with an iPhone. https://www.iamhable.com/tips-and-tricks/hables-android-app-launch-extending-support-and-value-for-visually-impaired-users?utm_source=TechTidBits&utm_medium=Sponsorship&utm_campaign=Android+App+Launch+13.12.23 iOS 17.2 iOS 17.2 Is Out with the Journal app. Simple to use and handy app for keeping track of your mental well being. Speaking of Updates, Mac OS 14.2 Apparently goes a long long way to fixing the “not responding” bug with VoiceOver when using Safari. Fingers crossed. Looking Forward to Object Recognition/Scene detection Improvements for 2024 Myself and a friend spent some time last week comparing a few object recognition apps for taking photos of what was around us on both iPhone and Android. Our unofficial take was about 85% accuracy, so still a way to go before I would be comfortable depending on this tech 100%. Odd Thought to Almost Mark the End of 2023 The 3.5mm head phone jack has been gone for a while on smart phones including the iPhone, I’m wondering if we will soon see the end of this port on notebook computers. For me using AirPods, they just switch from the iPhone to the Mac depending on which one I’m using. A Shout Out for Top Tech TipBits A great source for news about technology that affects folks with a disability, mainly aimed ad blind/low vision, I use this all the time. https://www.toptechtidbits.com Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Interesting O&M apps to test your listening and navigation Skills On the App Store, search for EchoVis, and you’ll find 3 games: EchoVis Quest, EchoVis Game, and EchoVis Street. Seeing AI now Available on Android Be-My-Eyes Virtual AI Assistant beta rEquest Now Available on Android Audible and Kindle on the Mac Two surprises today The Audible.com iOS app works on my Apple Silicon Mac with some object windows to navigate with VO, and the Kindle app build from about 3 weeks ago, I can access/read my Kindle books, at least a page at a time. Messenger Lite app No Longer Working on BlindShell Classic 2 When I tried this, it took me to a web page to start using Messenger web. Not usable, so I uninstalled the app. Using Copilot on my Mac Simply amazing even via the website interface. https://copilot.microsoft.com Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Forza Motorsport Racing 2023 A chat with guest Michael Heart who has been playing the game for a while, and sounds great to play. https://access-ability.uk/2023/10/04/forza-motorsport-2023-accessibility-review/#:~:text=This%20initial%20menu%2C%20which%20features,on%20a%20series%20of%20default Using Head band Mounts for Smart Phones The $16 or so simple fabric band that I used sort of worked with my iPhone 12 Pro as it was the lightest phone I had. Not sure if it really does work as I wanted, but still testing. If interested, here is the Amazon link. https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08L6MTKMQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details Video Chat from your Smart Phone Just a reminder how useful this can be for folks to look around you through your camera. Besides Be-My-Eyes, there is also FaceTime on iOS, Google Duo on Android etc. A Reminder about the Vision Store As we have been talking a bout, to guarantee delivery before Christmas it was Dec 1 for WA, and Dec 8 for the rest of australia. However, remember that you can still drop in to any Vision Australia store and buy products. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apps that have caught my attention in 2023 Obstacle Detecter. Lire RSS. Mona. Spring. Be My Eyes AI Perplexity Bing Call Annie. Chat GPT. Reminder for Getting in Last Orders from the Vision Store before Christmas WA Dec 1, and rest of Australia Dec 8. https://shop.visionaustralia.org Outdoor Demo from me on Toys to Play/Use outside https://davidwoodbr.podbean.com/e/sounds-of-summer-from-the-vision-australia-vision-store/ Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lets Talk about JAWS, Zoomtext, and Fusion for a Change Points JAWS screen reader, Zoomtext screen magnifier, and Fusion JAWS/Zoomtext running together. Compatible with Windows 10, and Windows 11. Around for over 25 years for JAWS, and Zoomtext. Fusion more recent.. Number one product used for Education and Employment for all 3 products.. JaWS Home edition and JAWS Professional. A large variety of Braille displays supported by JAWS. Many extra functions beyond usual functions of a screen reader for JAWS. Screen curtain to blank screen for privacy when using JAWS. Split audio to allow speech or media to be heard on either speaker or both for JaWS. JAWS Tandem to support other JAWS users remotely. Works with Citrix, and other remote terminal setups. JAWS only is compatible with Arm Processors. JAWS can be fully scripted (programmed) to support non standard programs or difficult to use screens.. Virtual cursor seems to be the main thing for folks to get their minds around when navigating the web for example. Combine with such scripts as JSay,allows JAWS or Fusion to be used with Dragon Naturally Speaking. Excellent variety of training material available. Can run in demonstration mode whilst learning. Compatible with Arm processors. Zoomtext sharing many common features of other screen magnifiers. Zoomtext Magnifier, and Zoomtext Magnifier/Reader Zoomtext handy app or doc reading mode for speech output (not a screen reading function). Zoomtext can be used with two screens. Various magnification type views to read screen. Not compatible with Arm processors including Fusion (i.e. only JaWS will work). Remember, at any time JAWS, Zoomtext or Fusion can be turned off to allow others to use the computer without this software running. I always go with an I7 processor and 16GB of RAM. Main Freedom Scientific Page https://www.freedomscientific.com Training Materials https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/ Podcasts (FSCast Official FreedomScientific Podcast) http://blog.freedomscientific.com/fscast/ Podcast (Training Podcast) https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/podcast/ Downloads (can run as demo versions until registered) https://support.freedomscientific.com/downloads Obtaining a License Available from the Vision Australia Vision Store for Zoomtext, JaWS or Fusion. Plus updating from older versions or cross grading across licenses. https://shop.visionaustralia.org Or Email visionstore@visionaustralia.org Help in Australia ATS service from Vision Australia, Quantum RLV or the AT Help Desk from Vision Australia via 1300 847 466. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Update to the Final Ordering Dates from the Va Store 8 December except for WA which is the 1st of Dec to make sure you get your orders in by Christmas. Another Way to access the Va Library My Experience having more time with the daisy function in the Brailliant, especially accessing the Vision rare Australia Library. Obstacle Detecter App An interesting app using LIDAR for detecting distances from objects on the iPhone Pro or from front camera on other units. https://apps.apple.com/id/app/obstacle-detector-professional/id6461118479 My Most Interesting Device for 2023 I think it has to be the SensePlayer OCR ET. FM Radio, Smart Keyboard to my iPhone, web radio, podcasts, daisy books, stopwatch etc. OctoStudio A Block Based Programming App by Perkins School for the Blind Actually, pretty amazing and accessible to teach the concepts of coding. https://www.perkins.org/resource/announcing-octostudio-a-block-based-programming-app/ An Article on AppleVis — Why I cannot Recommend a Mac to Fellow Blind Mac Users Since this article got a lot of mostly negative comments, thought it would be good to put my ten cents worth on todays program. What is the old saying “don’t throw the baby out with the bath water.” https://applevis.com/blog/we-deserve-better-apple-why-i-can-no-longer-recommend-mac-fellow-blind-computer-users Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apple Scary Fast Event 31 October 2023 3 New M3 MacBooks, and a new M3 iMac 24 inch. https://www.apple.com.au Taking The All Terrain Cane for a Spin Over the Week End https://shop.visionaustralia.org/all-terrain-cane.html Brailliant BIX Update and Mantis Q40 New localised voices and daisy library’s. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/brailliant-bi-20x-cells.html Focus 14 verses the Brilliant BIX20 in Price Focus 14 $2900, and Brailliant BIX 20 $2945. Braille Doodle https://www.touchpadprofoundation.org Blind Shell Classic 2 update https://shop.visionaustralia.org/blindshell-classic-2-mobile-phone-black.html Victor Reader Trek End Of Life Whilst Stocks Last Supported for 3 more years. https://shop.visionaustralia.org/victor-reader-trek.html Exploring Tech webinar Events put on Hold for the Moment Christmas Ideas from the Vision Store - 75 suggestions https://shop.visionaustralia.org/campaigns/christmas-gift-ideas.html?j=2735503&sfmc_sub=164500760&l=5100_HTML&u=43705731&mid=100015415&jb=7008&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2023_HolidayGifts&utm_content=Shop+the+full+range+now&utm_id=2735503&sfmc_id=164500760 Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apple October 31 Scary Fast Event Scary no, enjoyable yes. https://www.engadget.com/apple-confirms-scary-fast-event-for-the-night-of-october-30-164836214.html?src=rss&guccounter=1 Apple Releases Update of iTunes to Support Podcasts and Audio Books Odd, because I thought it already did this. https://www.macrumors.com/2023/10/24/itunes-for-windows-12-13/ Schools in the US Join Growing Movement to Lock away Phones during School Hours Just like Australia. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/schools-no-phone-movement-focus-mental-health/ What is New with JAWS 2024 Always my go to screen reader in the work place. https://support.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWSWhatsNew#:~:text=The%20new%20Split%20Braille%20feature,into%20two%20halves%2C%20or%20regions. Microsoft to Help Australia Cyber Spies in 5 Billion Dollar Investment And much more. https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/24/microsoft-to-invest-5bn-in-australian-cybersecurity- https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/24/microsoft-to-invest-5bn-in-australian-cybersecurity-over-next-two-years over-next-two-years https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/24/microsoft-to-invest-5bn-in-australian-cybersecurity-over-next-two-years Is Google Search Really Better Than Bing or Duck Duck Go Looks like for more precise search’s, yes. https://www.theage.com.au/technology/is-google-search-better-than-the-rest-and-is-that-fair-20231012-p5ebsk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_technology How Marvels Spider Man 2 is Tackling Accessibility Great start and keeps accessibility front and centre. https://www.theage.com.au/technology/how-marvels-spider-man-2-is-tackling-accessibility-20231027-p5efoy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_technology All Terrain Cane https://shop.visionaustralia.org/all-terrain-cane.html Simply, very sturdy, and if you have had folks break your cane this may be the one for you. Check shop.visionaustrlaia.org http://shop.visionaustrlaia.org for more info. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A look in to the past for me of some of the tech which I wish was around today either in its original form as it would still work or updated to connect to modern day tech. Plus some of the tech that is still around. A look in to the past for me of some of the tech which I wish was around today either in its original form as it would still work or updated to connect to modern day tech. Accessible DECTalk. Artic Gizmo Pad. Audio Soccer Ball. Alva Braille Courier. Braille & Speak. Braille To Print. Business Memo. Enlarge for Mac. Freedom Box IBM Screen Reader Keypad. iPad on wheels (around 10 years ago). MPO. Nomad. Master touch Touch Tablet. Nokia N82 with Talks. Optacon. Pac Mate. Parrot.. Speech Game Centre. Sonic Glasses. System Access To Go. Talking Signs. Vista Magnfication PC Card. Tech that survives in its own write or in a changed form. Dragon Dictate (Dragon Naturally Speaking). JAWS for Windows. Keysoft (hardware and software integration). Light Probe. Pac Mate (eBraille). Perkins Brailler. Mini Guide. Mountbatten. Zoomtext. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monarch Hardware description, and current beta functionality. Released towards the end of 2024. Comments: pondering the difference between the Monarch and the DotPad results in very interesting discussions about Braille graphics. https://www.humanware.com/en-usa/monarch International White Cane Safety Day October 15 2023 - Clearing the Way - Guide Dogs Great reminder on how many obstacles Cane Users have to put up with. https://guidedogs.com.au/international-white-cane-day-2023/ The VewrsaSlate from the AT Guys A modern take on the hand slate Braille hand frame. https://www.atguys.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=55#:~:text=The%20Versa%20Slate%20is%20a,for%20easy%20storage.... Hable One from the AT Guys Small, quick , and easy to use Braille Input keyboard for your Smart phone or tablet from the aT Guys. https://www.atguys.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=27&products_id=406 Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talking Tech for October 10 2023 Forza Motorsport - The Blind Accessibility Review (full accessible racing game) https://victordima.net/forza-motorsport-review/ JAWS, Fusion, and Zoomtext Public beta 2 2024 Release https://support.freedomscientific.com/Downloads/PublicBeta NVDA Access Public Beta 2023.3.4 https://www.nvaccess.org/post/nvda-2023-3beta4/ The New Pixel Phone, and Pixel Watch https://www.wired.com/story/google-october-2023-hardware-event-pixel-8-pixel-8-pro-pixel-watch-2/ Monarch Graphics Braille Display Looking forward to looking at the Monarch this week coming, and see how it compares to the DotPad beyond its graphics display: eg working with iOS, Android, PC, Mac, Braille display, drawing on the device etc. https://www.humanware.com/Site/Files/a/06cc20404d351cbaa2520fcd0d5adc3/06771bbd1a209cae47b4e4727719ecea/Technical%20Specification%20Document.pdf ANDROID ACCESSIBILITY | COLLECTION OF RECENTLY RELEASED YOUTUBE VIDEOS BY ANDROID HOW TO USE READING MODE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNP-C-YD5Lo https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zvGDA2eg9ukBEylHic0P0_KwI7qUDX4rTCiPIrGZt1EBqGp9iNSHXFYbagytSjI4lVrBOR__e6WNjgWpUAU250rpIsMflYKUQkuz6Xmy0zC4KZu-l3AC64ERgCoSv_zkloEOeIBYSux9c-CmJ-nwUwiyWsEe_LxlfFLo22vckl0e1hk4jGI4vw==&c=pdP6-VkwqwBSy69ua2vhnQ9Kc4XL5zpBbzWeOttvC09qX3ipQycNtA==&ch=H3OCz_uBLrPebUeXem2KcSFBatRqIzkOnaCkmZjZRp4_0DrEsCu1qw== HOW TO USE TALKBACK SCREEN READER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEp9DtiTw3s https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zvGDA2eg9ukBEylHic0P0_KwI7qUDX4rTCiPIrGZt1EBqGp9iNSHXFYbagytSjI4QLXJ4Z9p2nL-5me1gj1QB5bXpUq1gyfmQeRuHHYwvdL7q7lNTr4QyNat2tcisuMVhNuKE0wzfIiK5Gu2DFKp4fCv-2PPDRWDdmz_TcVUVNlgoamBWIXFbg==&c=pdP6-VkwqwBSy69ua2vhnQ9Kc4XL5zpBbzWeOttvC09qX3ipQycNtA==&ch=H3OCz_uBLrPebUeXem2KcSFBatRqIzkOnaCkmZjZRp4_0DrEsCu1qw== HOW TO USE ACCESSIBILITY SCANNER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxy4p-eDEpw https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zvGDA2eg9ukBEylHic0P0_KwI7qUDX4rTCiPIrGZt1EBqGp9iNSHXFYbagytSjI4XrQ1wrtCiM7UrllBaXUPnKCkA6UdFIgpdIx5jz8zcUDtb0PLAgOb88afN75xlZLudOpOZ9qQO3LoJ5SMqZHFiALP41f0LDm9ZRMiVz625TjMyvd3XwS-zA==&c=pdP6-VkwqwBSy69ua2vhnQ9Kc4XL5zpBbzWeOttvC09qX3ipQycNtA==&ch=H3OCz_uBLrPebUeXem2KcSFBatRqIzkOnaCkmZjZRp4_0DrEsCu1qw== INTRODUCTION TO LOOKOUT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjJjGqAj0Kc https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001zvGDA2eg9ukBEylHic0P0_KwI7qUDX4rTCiPIrGZt1EBqGp9iNSHXFYbagytSjI4JB1HsMvKfYPqD4cM-u-Zzrw0uh7uSzfJsvCTa1JmDM8QbJSwQv9mK0WCnfyHbX7YJTnvWE-vcdih56nYfpyQI8EqaVMZKoR-mFown-kPtGR8nxhFp9sU6A==&c=pdP6-VkwqwBSy69ua2vhnQ9Kc4XL5zpBbzWeOttvC09qX3ipQycNtA==&ch=H3OCz_uBLrPebUeXem2KcSFBatRqIzkOnaCkmZjZRp4_0DrEsCu1qw== Trying Sounds App for relaxation https://apps.apple.com/au/app/train-sounds-relaxing-train-sound-effects/id1187620207 Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Royal Commission Report in to Violence against People with a Disability Accessible formats. https://disability.royalcommission.gov.au/publications/final-report Be-My-Eyes AI Virtual Assistant Rolls Out World Wide Well, sort off, rolling out gradually to whole world over the next few weeks so as not to overload the system. Um, no more actual dialog warning for low battery on my iPhone 14 Pro Max Apparently this has been a thing for a while. To fix go in to Verbosity settings for Voiceover, and change System Notifications to speak. Unfortunately, this did not work on my iPhone. Good grief, just read that Envision is charging $150.00 US per Month as their new subscription model!!!! talk about gold digging if it is correct? Even though it seems it’s for the Enterprise addition. Apple Watch OS 10.1 Beta Enables Double Tap on Series 9/Ultra 2 I thought Double Tap was here already, but apparently not, only in beta. https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/27/watchos-10-1-double-tap-apple-watch/ Apple Watch Weather Complication Problem, and Apple offers a Fix Still wonky. https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/27/apple-watch-weather-complication/ Everything Announced at Meta Connect https://www.engadget.com/everything-announced-at-meta-connect-quest-3-release-date-smart-glasses-and- https://www.engadget.com/everything-announced-at-meta-connect-quest-3-release-date-smart-glasses-and-meta-ai-192757855.html?src=rss meta-ai-192757855.html?src=rss https://www.engadget.com/everything-announced-at-meta-connect-quest-3-release-date-smart-glasses-and-meta-ai-192757855.html?src=rss Chat GPT is Allowed to Access the Internet Again Didn’t think it was accessing the Internet, but apparently it is. https://www.engadget.com/chatgpt-is-allowed-to-browse-the-internet-once-again-211332316.html?src=rss Mac OS Sonoma Released - Small Moves Battery widget is cool, and so is having a webpage as Ian App, but that is about it. Plus better access to PDF files for Voiceover. https://sixcolors.com/post/2023/09/macos-sonoma-review-small-moves/ Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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__ __ __ __ iPhone Design & display __ __ __ __ Performance __ __ __ __ Camera __ __ __ __ Connectivity __ __ We are also excited to announce the launch of Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 today! APPLE WATCH SERIES 9 TOP FEATURES __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ APPLE WATCH ULTRA 2 TOP FEATURES On top of all the same, new, powerful features available on Series 9, Apple Watch Ultra 2 is also updated with these new features: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ We also saw new AirPod Pro! 🎶 To make the world’s most popular headphones even better, AirPods Pro (2nd generation) is upgraded with USB‑C charging capabilities, additional dust resistance, and Lossless Audio with Apple Vision Pro. With iOS 17, all AirPods Pro (2nd generation) will unlock powerful new capabilities to transform the personal audio experience. 1) ADDED CONVENIENCE AND DURABILITY __ __ 2) LOSSLESS AUDIO WITH APPLE VISION PRO __ __ 3) FEATURES WITH IOS 17 __ __ __ __ KEY INFORMATION __ __ __ __ __ __ Assistive Access. Live speech. Personal speech. Point and speak. Can say Siri or Hey Siri. Two commands continuous with Siri command. Siri speed can be adjusted up to 2 times normal speed. Hang up calls with Siri. Ping Apple Watch. Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some Suggested Places to Catch up with the New Hardware announced by Apple ON September 12 (US) 2023 Apple The Apple’s Events Page where you can watch the new and Recent Keynotes https://www.apple.com/au/apple-events/ AppleVis The Applevis Community page for blog articles about the September 2023 Announcements https://applevis.com https://applevis.com/ Twit TV The TWiT TV Network Does a Great live/Podcast on the Apple Keynotes where they have commentary abut the Event https://twit.tv https://twit.tv/ iMore I’ve always found the iMore a great source for info about Apple https://www.imore.com https://www.imore.com/ The Verge Another one of my preferred source for Tch News https://www.theverge.com https://www.theverge.com/ Some Podcast Suggestions Appleviss, Living Blindfully, Tech Doctor Blog and Podcast. You should be able to find these in your favourite podcast app. Let Us Not Forget All the Software Updates iOs 17, iPad OS 17, Watch OS 10, TV OS 10, and HomePod 17. Mac OS 14 usually comes out in October. Several History items next for a bit of perspective. Watch Phil Schiller Launch the Lightning Connecter on September 12 11 Years ago with the iPhone 5 which replaced the 30 pin connecter which made its appearance in 2003. Now in 2023, its the USBC. https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/07/apple-iphone-lightning-usb-c/ Apple Watch was Launch 8 Years Ago on September 9 2015 Of Course we are looking at the new Apple Watch, but it was pretty special when it came out. https://appleinsider.com/articles/19/04/24/how-apple-watch-went-from-rumor-to-shipping-product-on-april-24-2015?utm_medium=rss Apple AirPods Launched 7 Years ago in 2016 and Changed the World Lets see if we get an updated AirPod or not. https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/09/07/apple-launched-airpods-seven-years-ago-and-changed-the-world-again?utm_medium=rss Amazon to Discontinue Classic Kindle Mac App Whilst it Works on a New One Lets hope the replacement will actually be accessible later this year. https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/05/amazon-kindle-app-mac/ Microsoft is Discontinuing Wordpad After Almost 30 Years on the Job This always came in handy for reading RTF files which of course Notepad doesn’t (txt files only). https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-is-retiring-wordpad-after-almost-30-years-on-the-job/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Google Search for an AI Future as it Turns 25 Surprises me that Google out of all of the main tech company’s seems to be running last on the AI race. https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-66659361?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NASA Sounds Alarm about the Deep Space Network https://arstechnica.com/space/2023/08/nasas-artemis-i-mission-nearly-broke-the-deep-space-network/ Space X Sending iPhone Emergency SOS Satellites in to Space https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/01/spacex-iphone-emergency-satellites-globalstar/ Nissan is Reusing Old Batterys from Electric Cars for portable Power sources. https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/nissan-reusing-batteries-leaf-electric-vehicles-make-portable-102828299 Anchor Just Announced its most portable battery yet that Could Charge a Home https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/smart-home/anker-just-launched-its-most-powerful-portable-battery-that-could-power-an-entire-home/#ftag=RSSbaffb68 Sound Scape is Back on the iOS App Store https://apps.apple.com/au/app/soundscape/id6459021379 September Apple Event Confirmed for the twelfth Or 13 our time. https://www.apple.com/au/apple-events/ iPhones and iPads Compatible with iOS 17 Reminder https://www.makeuseof.com/which-iphones-and-ipads-support-ios-17-ipados-17/ Amazon Event for September 20 2023. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/amazon-will-show-you-its-newest-devices-in-september/ Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141 See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
