Sight Village 2025 in London, and we finally made it - Talking Technology Episode 100
We have finally reached episode 100 of Talking Technology. Thank you so much for listening.On this episode, we take a trip to London to explore some of the latest technology at Sight Village 2025. From new Braille devices to talking tactile ballot paper templates, there really is a lot to explore.We discussed the addition of live audio description for this year‘s toy show and check out a new AI tool making images on WhatsApp more accessible.Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note. The number you need is +353 86 199 00110:00 intro3:08 Voice Notes21:27 Sight Village 2025, Live from London23:44 Glidance - Makers of the Glide mobility aid31:14 Pakflatt - ballot paper templates in Ireland36:18 Luna night vision glasses41:47 it’s big, it’s purple, it’s a phone. It’s The Big Purple Phone.44:30 inside Vision discuss their Braille laptops the Inside 1+ and Inside Supra47:57 VocalEyes discuss audio description for theatre and exhibition50:06 HumanWare announce the BrailleNote Evolve58:16 Seable holidays are taking a trip to Ireland1:04:32 Dorian tells us about an exciting screen reader event1:09:06 Talking Technology NewsSupport the show
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Accessible voting and BlindShell Updates – Talking Technology episode 99
On this episode of Talking Technology, we explore accessibility issues from the recent presidential election in Ireland and discuss updates for the BlindShell smartphone.With Ireland recently electing a new president, we share views of those using the ballot paper template. Is voting in Ireland truly accessible?BlindShell finally supports the Meta glasses, but is the phone living up to its claims of being a smartphone?We have updates from Vispero and Amazon in tech news, and is the monarch the best invention of 2025?All that and more in this episode of Talking Technology.Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011. 0:00 Intro 4:08 Your Voice Notes 9:04 The Presidential Election 27:05 Blindshell Updates and Meta Glasses Support 47:28 Talking Technology News 1:00:42 OutroSupport the show
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Big updates for Braille users – Talking Technology episode 98
On this episode of Talking Technology, it’s all about Braille.We explore the new Braille access feature included with iOS 26, and we get a demo of its capabilities from our very own Mairead O'Mahony.Brian discusses how Meta glasses can be used with Braille displays and explains why this is so important.We discuss architecture in this week’s tech news and tell you about some exclusive content over on our YouTube channel. Links of note:accessible voting information from the electoral commission: https://www.electoralcommission.ie/accessible-voting/Audio for users of ballot paper templates: https://www.presidentialelection.ie/general-information/0:00 Intro 3:18 Voice Notes 15:51 Brian Discusses Braille on the Meta Glasses 24:06 New iOS 26 Braille Access Features 54:34 Talking Technology News 1:08:36 OutroSupport the show
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Major updates at Sky, and the people making RTÉ Player accessible – Talking Technology episode 97
On this episode of Talking Technology, we catch up with David Nason from Sky to learn about lots of exciting new accessibility improvements across their Sky TV products.With audio description for on-demand content and major improvements to the voice guidance screen reader, there’s a lot to discuss.Back in episode 90 of Talking Technology, we explored the accessibility updates for RTÉ Player. In this episode, we meet the team that made those updates happen.Peter McCabe and Gillian Bowes from RTE join us to tell us about how the accessibility overhaul of RTÉ Player came about, and what’s next for the accessibility of their new audio product launching in 2026. We have new Amazon Echo products in Tech News, and Joe might need a new trampoline.All that and more on this episode of Talking Technology with V I Labs. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note. The number you need is +353 86 199 00110:00 Intro 2:13 Your voice notes, and Joe might need a new trampoline 15:52 Accessibility updates at Sky with David Nason 36:21 Peter and Gillian from RTÉ talk about RTÉ Player accessibility 54:48 Talking Technology News 1:06:23 OutroSupport the show
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Meta Glasses get a serious upgrade – Talking Technology episode 96
On this episode of Talking Technology, we have news on the latest updates to Meta glasses. With improvements to both the hardware and software, Meta are continuing to up their game. We have questions on video doorbells and accessible gaming, and a discussion on the latest iOS 26 update. Daniel explains mesh Wi-Fi systems, and what’s going on at AIB?All that and more on this episode of Talking Technology.Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011. 0:00 – Intro2:42 – Your WhatsApp voice notes15:10 – New Apple devices and a new watch for David25:03 – The future of Meta glasses42:54 – Talking Technology News1:00:08 – OutroSupport the show
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
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