Life After Blindness

The Humanware Third Generation Victor Reader Stream with Lab Computers’ Aaron Linson


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In this episode of the Life After Blindness podcast, I’m joined by my friend Aaron Linson from Lab Computers to talk about the all-new Victor Reader Stream 3rd Generation from HumanWare.

Aaron’s spent some quality time testing out the device, and in this episode, we break down what’s new, what’s improved, and why a lot of people in the blind and visually impaired community still love using a dedicated device like this — even with smartphones offering so many options these days.

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT

The evolution of the Victor Reader Stream through the years

New button layout and improved tactile feedback

Better Wi-Fi (5 GHz!) and smoother downloads and streaming

Internal memory plus SD card support up to 1 TB

Separate mic and headphone jacks, USB-C charging, and a louder speaker

File support for DAISY, MP3, EPUB, NLS BARD, Bookshare, podcasts, and more

New voice options and updated navigation menus

Battery life (up to 15 hours) and lightweight, portable design

Why this kind of standalone device still makes sense, especially when smartphone apps crash, update unexpectedly, or drain your battery

ABOUT AARON LINSON

Aaron is a Product Support Specialist at Lab Computers and a longtime user of assistive tech. He’s worked with Google, Fable, and others to test and improve accessible tools and devices. He really understands what works—and what doesn’t—for blind users.

To reach Aaron directly:

Phone: (502) 447-4586

AVAILABILITY

The Victor Reader Stream 3rd Gen is available now in the U.S. for $550 from HumanWare. It’s expected to launch in Canada and the UK soon.

STAY IN TOUCH

Got questions or feedback about this episode? I’d love to hear from you.

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Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/labcast

Thanks again to Aaron for coming on the show! And as always, remember: There truly can be a life after blindness.

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