Episode 296 of iCantCU, I break down the Rokid Style Smart Glasses, compare them to my Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, and explain why I made the difficult decision to cancel a long-planned YouTube workshop in Las Vegas.

On the tech side, I dig into the Rokid Style specs—38.5 grams, 10-minute recording limits, multiple aspect ratios, 12-hour battery claims, and AI integrations including Google Maps and large language models. I also explain why the lack of 16:9 recording matters to creators, how Rokid's silence after my order raised red flags, and why the Ray-Ban Meta currently wins by default.

But this episode goes beyond gadgets. I share what's happening with Ziggy's lymphoma diagnosis, the realities of chemotherapy treatment, and how that changed my travel plans. The takeaway? Tech matters. Community matters. Growth matters. But sometimes the right decision is staying home.

What You'll Learn

• How Rokid Style compares to Ray-Ban Meta in battery life, recording limits, and aspect ratios
• Why 16:9 video still matters for serious YouTube creators
• The risks of ordering hyped tech without responsive customer support
• What living with a dog undergoing lymphoma treatment really looks like
• How to make tough travel decisions when family needs come first

Listen to the episode and learn more at https://www.iCantCU.com/296/

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• Ray-Ban Meta Glasses: https://amzn.to/40w0TFc
• Rokid Style AI Smart Glasses: https://rokid.sjv.io/c/4693780/3736905/45256
• Article on Engadget: https://www.engadget.com/wearables/rokid-introduces-display-free-ai-smartglasses-at-ces-2026-010017906.html?guccounter=2
• InnoSearch shopping and travel booking site: https://www.innosearch.ai/us
• Federation Focus on the NFB of PA YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nfbofpa
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• That Real Blind Tech Show ep 195: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-195-ces-26-hard-tech-and-soft-balls/id1526258077?i=1000744724124
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White Canes Connect Podcast

In episode 150 of White Canes Connect, host Simon Bonenfant launches his new Simon's Studio series by spotlighting the expansion of Sound of Tennis into Philadelphia. Originally introduced in 2015 by Court 16 in New York City, Sound of Tennis has empowered blind and visually impaired athletes to learn, practice, and compete in tennis using auditory cues and adaptive techniques. Now, through a new partnership at Court 16's Philadelphia location, the program brings weekly Monday sessions from 12 to 1 PM to Fishtown. Simon speaks with Maureen Holtz, Community Relations and Events Manager at Court 16, and Hildy Morales, an administrative assistant and passionate player, about the program's origins, its growth, the camaraderie among participants, and how listeners can get involved in this exciting new chapter for Philly.

Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/%2410-000-national-convention-and-a-path-to-leadership/id1592248709?i=1000748743483

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6DQCH0AhQ2v17uuPBtyasm

YouTube

https://youtu.be/WoLZvZMp36s?si=QNkFfWsTXMf_NwSs

White Canes Connect Website https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/149/

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