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Talking Technology with V I Labs

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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Update frequency
every 12 days
Average duration
65 minutes
Episodes
205
Years Active
2013 - 2025
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Talking Technology Podcast Episode 39 – The World of Accessible Health Tech

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 39 – The World of Accessible Health Tech

Join us on the show this week as we discuss some of the latest accessible health tech innovations for people with sight loss. Discover talking bathroom scales, smart scales from Withings, diabetes-fr…

01:05:32  |   Tue 05 Sep 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 38 – What does the future hold for Be My Eyes? Be My AI and Be My Eyes Groups

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 38 – What does the future hold for Be My Eyes? Be My AI and Be My Eyes Groups

Be My Eyes, a revolutionary app for the blind and low-vision community, has been connecting users with volunteers for assistance with everyday tasks since 2012. The service currently has over 6 milli…

01:05:19  |   Tue 22 Aug 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 37 – Exploring Soundscape Community

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 37 – Exploring Soundscape Community

On the show this week we are delighted to share with you exciting news of the upcoming release of the Soundscape Community app.

Soundscape Community uses 3D spatial audio technology to share informati…

00:49:28  |   Tue 08 Aug 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 36 – Exploring the range of BlindShell mobile phones, and Dorian joins the Labs Team

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 36 – Exploring the range of BlindShell mobile phones, and Dorian joins the Labs Team

On the show this week we take a dive into the features of the BlindShell talking mobile phones. With 3 BlindShell models to choose from, these phones feature a fully functional screen reader, a physi…

00:59:07  |   Tue 25 Jul 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 35 – home entertainment with the Apple TV, and Chris joins NCBI Labs

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 35 – home entertainment with the Apple TV, and Chris joins NCBI Labs

In this podcast episode, we dive into the accessibility features and functionalities of Apple TV 4K. From voice control options to closed captions and audio descriptions, discover how Apple TV 4K ens…

00:47:50  |   Tue 11 Jul 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 34 – Smart Home Essentials: Roborock Robot Vacuum, Amazon Echo Show 15 vs Google Nest Hub Max

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 34 – Smart Home Essentials: Roborock Robot Vacuum, Amazon Echo Show 15 vs Google Nest Hub Max

On the show this week we discover the power of three smart home powerhouses: the Roborock S6 Max V Smart Vacuum, the Amazon Echo Show 15, and the Google Nest Hub Max. We first discuss the convenience…

01:37:11  |   Tue 27 Jun 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 33 – Apple WWDC23, IA Labs, Android to iOS Switch Part III

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 33 – Apple WWDC23, IA Labs, Android to iOS Switch Part III

This week we reflect on highlights from Apple’s WWDC 2023 keynote that saw the announcement of the Apple Vision Pro headset, the 15-inch MacBook Air, new versions of the Mac Pro and Mac Studio, iOS 1…

01:55:52  |   Tue 13 Jun 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 32 – Braille on Pharma Packaging, the Braille Doodle, and the Hable One

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 32 – Braille on Pharma Packaging, the Braille Doodle, and the Hable One

In our Braille special podcast this week we are joined by the following guests:

Jackie McBrearty speaks about her experience of learning and using Braille and what Braille means to her. Lina Kouzi, He…

01:07:27  |   Tue 23 May 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 31 – Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Announcing myNCBI SmartHub Version 2

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 31 – Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Announcing myNCBI SmartHub Version 2

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. It has become a tradition for tech companies to announce accessibility improvements on this important day, and we’ve already seen exciting announcements f…

00:28:22  |   Thu 18 May 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 30 – Accessible Gaming

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 30 – Accessible Gaming

In many ways, video games allow consumers to escape their world and experience things that would otherwise be impossible.

On this show this week we take time to explore the area of accessible gaming. …

01:03:50  |   Wed 10 May 2023
Talking Technology Podcast Episode 29 – Apple AirTags, Accessible Charging with the Energrid Power Bank, new TFI Live App, and Microsoft’s free PowerToys

Talking Technology Podcast Episode 29 – Apple AirTags, Accessible Charging with the Energrid Power Bank, new TFI Live App, and Microsoft’s free PowerToys

In the latest episode of Talking Technology we return with more product reviews. Michael Griffith from Dublin gives us an insight into his experience with the Apple AirTag that can help locate mispla…

01:13:49  |   Tue 18 Apr 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 28 – Switching from iPhone to Android Part II, Exploring the HumanWare StellarTrek GPS

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 28 – Switching from iPhone to Android Part II, Exploring the HumanWare StellarTrek GPS

Android or iOS – we all have our platform of choice when it comes to choosing the right smartphone. On the show this week we’re re-joined by NCBI Labs Chief Technology Officer Kyran O’Mahoney who sha…

01:15:58  |   Tue 04 Apr 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 27 – Switching from iPhone to Android, Highlights from CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2023

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 27 – Switching from iPhone to Android, Highlights from CSUN Assistive Technology Conference 2023

Android or iOS. Everyone has their platform of choice when it comes to choosing a smartphone. On the show this week we’re joined by NCBI Labs Chief Technology Officer Kyran O’Mahoney who shares with …

01:11:51  |   Tue 21 Mar 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 26 – ARX Vision headset, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 26 – ARX Vision headset, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones

The ARX Vision headset is a wearable device aimed at helping blind and visually impaired people to interact with the visual world around them using a camera and AI. On the show this week we’re joined…

01:11:02  |   Tue 07 Mar 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 25 – Celebrating women who pioneer for inclusion in tech

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 25 – Celebrating women who pioneer for inclusion in tech

On the show this week we take time to acknowledge and celebrate some of the women in technology who have been making strides in the field of digital accessibility and inclusion. We’re first joined by…

00:58:40  |   Tue 21 Feb 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 24 – Smart Home Technology, Indoor Navigation comes to Seeing AI

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 24 – Smart Home Technology, Indoor Navigation comes to Seeing AI

The evolving concept of smart homes is becoming a game changer for many people with sight loss as more and more smart home appliances enter the market.

On the show this week we speak with Deirdre Feeh…

01:13:27  |   Tue 07 Feb 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 23 – ChatGPT, Consumer Electronics Show, Bose Frames

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 23 – ChatGPT, Consumer Electronics Show, Bose Frames

The power and potential of a new technology called ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot from OpenAI, have led some to claim it heralds a new era in computing. On the show this week David has …

01:08:27  |   Tue 24 Jan 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 22 – Celebrating World Braille Day, Labs Virtual Training Courses

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 22 – Celebrating World Braille Day, Labs Virtual Training Courses

On the show this week, and in celebration of World Braille Day on 4th January, we host a panel discussion with several experienced braille users who speak about their lives with braille and share wit…

01:07:19  |   Tue 10 Jan 2023
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 21 – A Christmas Special

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 21 – A Christmas Special

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to help get in the festive spirit than listen to our Christmas episode of Talking Technology!! We have lots of Christmas topics in store …

00:39:27  |   Tue 20 Dec 2022
Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 20 – Sight Tech Global 2022 Accessibility Conference, the Hailo app for use in public transport

Talking Technology with NCBI Labs Episode 20 – Sight Tech Global 2022 Accessibility Conference, the Hailo app for use in public transport

On the show this week we find out about Sight Tech Global 2022, a virtual, free, and highly accessible event on December 7 and 8 that convenes some of the world’s top experts working on inclusive tec…

01:15:49  |   Tue 06 Dec 2022
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