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  • #iAcast 84 – Dealing With Changes In Technology
    On this episode of the #iACast, Michael, Aleeha, Scott, Aaron, and Jason discuss the importance of dealing with and adapting to changes in technology. We also discuss Apple and Microsoft Teaming up to help create new standards for Braille Displays, and the release of iOS 11.4 with AirPlay 2. Our featured ad is an app called Current City. This app makes it much easier to keep track of different cities you may pass through on your travels. Current City will be available on the iOS App Store soon. If you wish to beta test Current City, send an email to [email protected]. Please note that you will need the Test Flight app installed on your device to test beta applications. Allison's pick for the week is Voice Dream Reader, a really great iOS app for reading books and other types of documents. Aaron's pick is the Sunu Band.The Sunu Band is a smart-band enabling you to travel with confidence. Using sonar, the band will detect objects up to 16 feet (5.5 meters) away. Hhaptic vibrations indicate your distance from obstacles. Use the promo code lp to save 10% when you order. Scott's pick is the Speedtest app by Ookla. This app is great for troubleshooting your internet connection, or just to see how fast your internet can go. Jason's pick is a really fun flight simulation game called Eurofly. You can easily find it by visiting the AudioGames.net webpage. Aleeha's pick is BeatStar, a Boppit style audiogame you can also find over at audio games.net. Michael's pick is the Current City app, arriving soon on the iOS App Store. If you'd like to get in touch with us, you can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Tumblr, and all over the web. You can also email [email protected]. Finally, if you'd like to support our work, you can visit our patreon page. Every donation we receive helps us to continue providing you with the great content you've come to know and love. If you have trouble with the site, you can download the Patreon app to your device, which can be a more accessible experience. Speaking of apps, why not check out the iAccessibility app for iOS. It's a really easy way to find and listen to all of our content. An Android app is coming soon.
    1 hr
  • #iACast – WWDC 2018 Coverage
    On this #iACast special, Aleeha, Jason, Allison, Aaron and Matt, with contributions from Meaghan and Michael, voice our thoughts and Opinions on what Apple announced at it's WWDC 2018 Keynote.
    2 hr 32 min
  • #iACast 83 – WWDC PreShow
    On this episode of the #iACast, Allison, Jason, Aleeha, Scott and Michael discuss what we would like to see announced at Apple’s WWDC 2018. In the news, we discussed a critical T-Mobile bug that allowed hackers to hijack users’ accounts. Another hack we talked about was the ability for Comcast routers to be exposed so that SSID’s and passwords could be compromised. For rumors, we discussed an article from AppleInsider suggesting delays on the shipment of Mac orders until June 6th, and rumors regarding Apple’s Project Star. We also discussed an article fromThe Verge asking if Apple will talk about its problems with the Butterfly keyboards on the Mac line. We also talked about issues using function keys in Windows on a Mac with touch bar. We ended by talking about issues experienced while trying to run Windows through Boot Camp after Apple switched to APFs. Our featured Ad was Michael’s book, “Finding Success in the Digital Age through Problem Solving”, which is currently being written. We discussed what we would like to see at WWDC from iOS 12, macOS 10.14, and watchOS 5. We also talked about hardware changes we’d like to see and the rumors that NFC might be unlocked on supported devices. We even touched on improvements we would like to see with Siri. For this week’s picks, Aleeha talked about Timecrest. Jason told us about his Logitech Slim combo case with keyboard for 10.5 inch iPad Pro. Scott talked about one of his favorite food ordering Apps, Grubhub. Allison mentioned an app she was playing with multiple games, Dice World. Last but not least, Michael told us about his latest purchase, the iPod touch. Be sure to send us feedback by emailing [email protected]. You can also follow us on Twitter @iAccessibility1. If you enjoy what we are doing, please consider donating to our Patreon and help keep good content coming.
    59 min
  • #iACast 82 – Google Tablet Degradation
    On this episode of the #iACast, Aleeha, Michael, Allison, and Jason talked about the degradation of Android tablets. They mentioned the top Android tablets from PCMag, and the fact that Google removed support for their tablets from Android P. In the news, they talked about: Google Duplex, New voices in Google Assistant Android P features Sign up for the beta versions of Android P. The also discussed an article from Giznodo about how tech demos are fake. This week's advertisement featured the iAccessibility training program. The show concluded with everyone's weekly picks. Aleeha talked about Flicktype beta, Allison talked about the West World TV show and Aira’s description of the royal wedding. Jason's pick was File explorer by Skyjos. Michael talked about his pick Movie Pass. Feel free to send feedback to [email protected] or follow us at iAccessibility1 on Twitter.
    44 min
  • #iACast 81 – Google I/O Predictions
    On this episode, Michael, Aleeha, Jason, and Scott mainly discuss Google I/O and our predictions for what this year will bring. In the news, we talk about Siri providing an explicit definition of the word “mother” and the release of KNFB Reader version 3 for iOS. After the discussion of Google I/O, we give our favorites for the week. Scott’s pick is the Behringer 302 USB Mixer and Shure PG58A microphone, links to which can be found in our podcast etiquette episode. Michael’s pick is an audiogame called Sonarium. Jason’s is the ever popular food ordering app called DoorDash. Finally, Aleeha showcases the password management system 1Password. Don’t forget to send us any comments or suggestions to [email protected] and follow us on Twitter at @iaccessibility1.
    42 min
  • #iACast 80 – Braille Talk
    On this episode of the #iACast, Michael, Aleeha, Chelsea and Scott discuss the applications of Braille in their lives. Before we got to the main topic, we discussed the recent news that Sprint and T-Mobile will be merging pending DOJ approval. During our discussion of Braille, we discussed several resources, including iAccessibility's own PocketBraille app for iOS, which will soon be receiving a major update to include Braille contractions. We also discuss the Hadley Braille course, offered by the Hadley School for the Blind, the National Reading Media Assessment for students, and our training program, which offers courses in Braille. We also discussed the transition to UEB, and how it is important to keep one's skills up. Some of the Braille displays mentioned in this episode were the Focus 40, Braile Edge, Brailliant BI 32, Orbit Reader 20, and NeoBraille. here are our picks for the week. Aleeha: Woven Words Scott: Weather Informant Chelsea: Math Robot Michael: Glitch Dash Don't forget to send any comments to [email protected] or to our Twitter @iaccessibility1.
    41 min
  • #iACast 79: Finding a Career
    On this episode of the iA Cast, Michael, Aleeha, Jason, Allison, Scott, and Chelsea discuss the different ways of finding a job and starting a career. Topics include the job application, writing a resume, and going for a job interview. Let us know what you think, and what job searching strategies you use by emailing us at [email protected], or by using our Twitter hashtag which is #iACast.
    1 hr 5 min
  • #iACast 78: Headphone Showdown
    On this episode of the iA Cast, Michael, Jason, Aleeha, Allison, Scott, and Matt discuss all of the headphones we use All podcast panelists use their equipment for recording, so each person will sound differently based on what they use. Here is the news for this episode. Michael discusses the Google Pixel 2. Microsoft adds Tab Sets to Windows insider preview rs5 Here is what each person used for this episode. Matt recorded with the Apple AirPods Allison recorded with the Andrea Recording Cans Aleeha recorded with the Beats Studio 3 headphones with audio cable Michael recorded on the Beats Studio 3 headphones without the cable. Jason used the Sennheizer Ambio headphones Scott recorded using the Bose QC35 headphones. Please give us feedback by emailing [email protected], or by following us at twitter @iaccessibility1. You can also tweet our hashtag at #iACast.
    1 hr 9 min

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