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In this episode, we speak with Michael from OKO, a revolutionary mobile app using AI to interpret pedestrian signals for the visually impaired. OKO offers accessible feedback through audible, vibration, and visual cues. It’s free and expanding globally to assist blind pedestrians. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion on OCO’s innovative features and future outlook.

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In this episode of Friday Finds, we discuss the potential implementation of subscription fees on social media platforms, exploring how they could reduce spam and improve quality. We also address concerns about subscription fatigue and the exclusion of voices. We highlight the partnership between Be My Eyes and OpenAI, examining the limitations of AI image descriptions due to privacy concerns. Additionally, we raise awareness about the potential misuse of personal health data collected by apps and devices. Join us for this thought-provoking episode of Friday Finds.

In this episode, we provide an overview of popular cruise lines in the US, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney, Norwegian, Holland America, Princess, and Celebrity. We discuss their unique features, pricing, accessibility efforts, and the importance of providing feedback. We also touch on technology in cruise line apps and tease upcoming episodes on accessible options at Disney World. Overall, now is a great time to go on a cruise and escape the winter cold.

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In Episode 195 of the iACast, we are joined by Michael Babcock, Marty Sobo, and Lynn Schneider. Michael and Marty discuss their recent work on the Unmute podcast, including their Friday finds and their thoughts on music and podcast apps. They also mention their recent live iACast show on the Apple Keynote event and the new websites for Friday Finds and Unmute. They tease an exciting announcement about the iAccessibility app.

Moving on, we delve into leaked information about Apple’s new phones, specifically the use of tetraprism technology. We express frustration with misleading titles in tech journalism and praise Apple for their transparency. We also appreciate Apple’s innovative use of titanium in their products. We are particularly excited about the blue titanium iPhone and plan to do a large unboxing video. However, we are frustrated with Apple’s decision not to sell standalone cases for AirPods, which forces customers to buy new buds even if they don’t need to. We discuss the environmental impact of this decision and speculate about reselling the cases separately.

Next, we address conflicting rumors about lossless audio support and contemplate buying USB-C EarPods for compatibility with our Macs. We discuss the convenience of recording high-resolution videos directly to a USB-C SSD hard drive and the potential for connecting iPhones together and transferring files using the Files app. We note that the cable included with the phone is slower and explore other options for faster speeds. Additionally, we mention the ability to charge other devices with the phone and discuss the lack of quick charge capabilities.

Shifting gears, we share our own purchases and storage needs for the new phones. We discuss phone storage capacities, the pricing of higher capacity models, and the upcoming 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch. We also delve into medical technologies and the potential impact of smartwatches in healthcare. We talk about the importance of checking spam folders, the upcoming features of the Apple Watch 9, and the possibility of glucose meters. We discuss the potential insurance coverage for smartwatches used for medical purposes and their role in medical monitoring and well-being.

Moving on, we share our frustrations with the iPhone pre-order process and compare the perspectives of Android users and iPhone users. We note the high demand and congestion during iPhone launches and how Apple has hired more retail staff to address this. We discuss the convenience of pre-ordering online and Michael’s plan to upgrade through their carrier. We mention the preference for financing through carriers and the distinction with Apple financing. We advise listeners to do their homework and choose the best option for themselves.

We mention concerns about iOS 17 bugs and advise against early upgrading. We talk about the importance of knowing one’s tolerance for problems and waiting for stability before updating. Finally, we discuss the new ringtones and alert tones in the upgrade, including the replacement of the tritone for the system alert sound. We encourage listeners to check out the new sounds, back up their data, and share our personal backup process.

We wrap up the episode by asking for listener feedback and sharing our personal picks and where to find us online. Listeners can find more information about the show at iacast.net and reach out to us via email at [email protected]. They can also follow us on Twitter at IACastNetwork and check out more great podcasts on the iAcast network at iacast.net.

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In this episode of Unmute, we discuss the latest iPhone and watch software updates, address audience questions on various topics including iOS 17 features and potential bugs, recommend Bluetooth headsets and navigation apps, provide instructions on accessing different voices in iOS 17, and offer tips on updating software and utilizing useful iOS apps. We also remind listeners to register for the ACB of Oregon conference convention and express gratitude for their support.

In this episode of Technically Working, We kick things off with a discussion on whether or not Damashe should sell one of his web cams. Michael shares some tips on using notifications in Mona. We answer some listener submitted questions, including one about WordPress.

We disclose our thoughts on wearing shoes when working from home, which naturally goes on to discuss work environment, and some suggestions.

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In this segment, we encourage support from our listeners through sharing our content and contributing financially. We then demonstrate how to slow down speech on the Blindshell Classic 2 to make it more accessible. We explain the range of speech rate levels and share an exciting announcement about an upcoming Community Call. Visit acb.community for more information. Stay tuned for more valuable content in our upcoming episodes.

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In this episode of our podcast/show, we explore the power of AI in diagnosing rare medical conditions through the story of a mom who used an AI app called CHAT-GPT to find a diagnosis for her son’s condition. We also discuss the water consumption of data centers and the potential environmental impact, as well as the concerning shortage of laxatives and the dangers of their misuse. Thank you for listening, and we invite you to share your thoughts with us.

Marty and Lucy discuss Lady A devices for podcasts and music, including streaming platforms like TuneIn Radio, Amazon Music, and Apple Music. Join their live sessions and explore with Lady A!