Tech Talk Features

Shaun describes the ways you can use the accessibility features on a new Apple TV (4th Generation). #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Julie finds out about the best ways to use the smartphone to record your thoughts and ideas. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Steven speaks to Don Hyams from Assist Me, a new app that helps those of us with disabilities to book assistance for travel. It's currently a pilot scheme but has big ambitions. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Steven and Shaun are joined by Kayaker, who joins the conversation on keeping safe online with useful hints and tips to stay secure on the internet while using your Mac, PC or smart device. #RNIBConnect #TechTalkGeekOut

If you want to enjoy a book on the move or at home, did you know your smartphone has all you need to enjoy e-text in audio? Julie Rodaway goes Back to Basics again in this new series on #TechTalk. #RNIBConnect

Shaun finds out about the various gestures you can use to navigate around your iPhone. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Did you know that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick has Alexa built in, meaning you can ask your TV to play your favourite music or TV shows? But there's more, the whole device is fully accessible thanks to it's new VoiceView software. Find out more in Steven's review. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

Steven spent more money this week - shocking! This time he bought a new pair of Beats X Wireless earphones and he tried them out for #TechTalk this week. #RNIBConnect

There is a free screenreader for your PC and it is called NVDA from NVAccess. Shaun finds out how easy it is to set up and gives you some all important commands to get you started. #RNIBConnect #TechTalk

In a new series on #TechTalk, we go Back To Basics and show you some of the simple functions on your phone, tablet or PC that could make your life easier. This week, Julie tells us how the Cloud works. #RNIBConnect

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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