Talking Technology with V I Labs
179 episodes Last Updated: Nov 19, 24
This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers support and services to people of all ages who are experiencing difficulties with their eyesight. Visit www.vi.ie to discover more about our technology services and other range of services Vision Ireland provide
Episodes
On this weeks show we dive straight into your voice notes and explore the new Seeing AI feature for describing video.The Blindshell classic three makes an appearance in tech news and we say goodbye to the Apple headphone adapter.Support the show
This week we’re spead dating at Sight Village in London. How many stands can David talk to, and what familiar faces will he meet along the way?Jaws 2025 has been released, and Joe returns to correct the record and tell David off. Send a voice note on WhatsApp now to 086 199 0011. Support the show
On this week’s Talking Technology Mairead shows off the new features in braille screen input for iOS.Brian gives us a demo of the HumanWare Braille Note Touch, and Daniel is not a bitcoin millionaire.join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note to 086 199 0011, or email content@vi.ieSupport the show
It’s a packed Show today as David and Joe listen to some of the voice notes sent in to the Show recently. Topics include everything from Elon Musk‘s Blindsight device to the accessibility of the new digital census. We speak to Ed Harper about some of the tech helping him run his Goat Farm without sight, and he tells us about a really cool solution called no fence.Technology news features robotic taxis and accessibility issues at The Irish Times, and we take a look at what’s coming in the latest update to windows.Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note to 086 199 0011. Support the show
In the latest episode of Talking Technology the team discuss all the latest updates from Apple‘s new iOS 18 release and ask the question why aren’t we getting Apple Intelligence in Ireland for ages.Cobalt join us to talk about some of the appliances in Their range, and share their views on smart tech as the company turns 40. David and Joe listen to your voice notes learning all about the Pan Pickle in the process, and with Daniel’s assistant failing to save the day, he attempts the ultimate accessibility tongue twister. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. Send us a message to 086 199 0011.Support the show
Sep 10, 2024
Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 66 - new iPhones, free jaws licences, and €13.1 Billion
In this weeks Talking Technology we’ve assembled a super panel of accessibility experts to chat about Apples GlowTime event. From new iPhones and Apple watches to AirPods becoming hearing aids, we discuss it all and share if we will be upgrading.In Tech News we chat about winning free Jaws licences, and with €13.1 billion hanging around following the Apple tax ruling, Daniel feels Talking Technology could afford a new podcast host.Share your thoughts with a WhatsApp voice note now. +353 86 199 0011. Support the show
From adjusting the fridge temperature using a smart phone app to controlling your oven with Alexa, in this podcast we explore the power of a kitchen built to be smart and accessible.Things aren’t all sunshine and roses however as we explore the safety concerns with smart hobs and Quooker taps. We’ve got the new Virgin Media Play app And allegedly fake accessibility advocates in tech news, and we discuss the reaction to last weeks announcement from AppleVis. Send us your thoughts with a WhatsApp voice note to 086 199 0011. Support the show
Wow, sometimes stories come along that you just don’t expect. David and Joe share their thoughts now with a special episode of Talking Technology Extra, as Be My Eyes acquire AppleVis. Support the show
Joe has got solar panels on his house, but is the app accessible? What’s the process like? We talk all that and more in this super sustainable episode of Talking Technology.Elaine Slator from the Vision Ireland retail team tells us about the online efforts in the charity shop space, and how you can get some preloved goodies. We chat accessible gaming in tech news, and head down under for a sunshine powered quick pic from Vision Australia.Support the show
Aug 06, 2024
Talking Technology with V I Labs episode 63 | Meta smart glasses and audio described theatre
On this weeks Talking Technology David and Joe discuss the Meta smart glasses. As OrCam become the first big AI glasses maker to leave the assistive technology space, what do the Meta glasses tell us for the future. With the Bord Gas Energy theatre gearing up for an audio described performance of Wicked, we chat to them to ask how it all works. Be My Eyes discuss data sharing in tech news, and we chat about the closure of popular site AppleVis. Support the show