Epic Ally (Carrie on Accessibility)

Carrie on Accessibility
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Tune into the audio version of the Epic A11y Video Podcast, brought to you by Carrie on Accessibility! Join me as I interview the innovators and movers shaping the future of accessibility and technology. Get inspired, stay informed, and learn from the experts with me.

  1. Solving a Rubik's Cube Blind | Epic A11y Podcast

    2025-11-11

    Solving a Rubik's Cube Blind | Epic A11y Podcast

    Yes! Blind people can solve rubik's cubes and speed cubes. Just add some tactile markings and anyone can solve non-visually. In this video, I'm joined by Paul Martz to share his book how to "solve it!" and his experience with blind cubing.Check out the "Solve It! The Only Speedsolving Guide for Blind Cubers" book!https://tactilecuber.com/Textured Cube:https://texturecube.com/Inexpensive Tactile Rubik's Cube:Amazon - https://amzn.to/47tpltQVideo - https://youtube.com/shorts/snwkVi0lTvA?si=dswHHZuC5_vzhtEtMy puzzle cube collection:https://youtube.com/shorts/fLK9qnPsQ-E?si=k-wW275VsoarNdA-

    34 min
  2. EchoVision Pioneer Edition - Update from Agiga

    2025-10-28

    EchoVision Pioneer Edition - Update from Agiga

    Agiga is poised to launch their EchoVision Pioneer Editions on October 29th. In this episode, I share an interview with Agiga about this update, why they decided to do this and what their plans for it. What do you think? Was it a good move? If you pre-ordered, did you choose to be a pioneer or will you wait for the final product? EchoVision Website: https://echovision.agiga.ai/

    16 min
  3. Digital Accessibility by people with Disabilities with Easy Surf | Epic A11y

    2025-04-15

    Digital Accessibility by people with Disabilities with Easy Surf | Epic A11y

    Digital Accessibility is crucial for assistive technology users in the blind, low vision, and disability community. Easy Surf was created by people with disabilities who work in this space and in this episode we sit down and discuss the current landscape of digital accessibility and how we feel the industry could be improved. We also discuss how Easy Surf started and tips for aspiring accessibility/usability testers.http://EasySurf.ca

    45 min
  4. Technology at CSUN and is accessibility left behind? Featuring Double Tap

    2025-04-11

    Technology at CSUN and is accessibility left behind? Featuring Double Tap

    In today's episode, Carrie chats with Steven and Shaun from Double Tap to discuss their experience at CSUN, hands on with the technology there, and accessibility/assistive technology in general. Make sure to check out  @DoubleTapVideo  and their coverage at CSUN! https://doubletaponair.com/csun/EchoVisions Glasses: AI Wearable for the Blind & Visually Impaired from Agigahttps://youtu.be/5raHFE58RpAEpic Ally Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI_qJN1lJVU5xxIOz-JoldbkehCdIU0SwVideo Chapters00:00 Intro 02:27 Hello Steven and Shaun 03:50 How was CSUN?08:12 Blazie at CSUN08:56 Lighthouse Tech Glasses 10:20 Wearables 11:07 Costs & AT Development13:23 Choices, Diversificatio, Collaboration 19:19 Glidance 30:06 EchoVision and AI 40:30 What’s your favorite tech?

    49 min
  5. EchoVisions Glasses: AI Wearable for the Blind & Visually Impaired from Agiga

    2025-03-25

    EchoVisions Glasses: AI Wearable for the Blind & Visually Impaired from Agiga

    The EchoVision smart glasses are being developed by Agiga and will have AI descriptions, facial recognition, text reading, integration with Be My Eyes and Aira, and more. In this follow up interview with Agiga, the EchoVisions are shown in action with demonstrations! Share your feedback and questions in the comments or contact Agiga directly. Pre-Order with code CARRIE to get $20 off! http://Echovision.Agiga.ai Contact Agiga: contact@agiga.ai Watch the original interview: https://youtu.be/658ADcVfHmQ?si=xVQZDf--dNNiwDG1

    57 min
  6. SuperBrain 1 from 7Sense - A Haptic Wearable

    2025-03-06

    SuperBrain 1 from 7Sense - A Haptic Wearable

    A wearable called the SuperBrain 1 from 7Sense wants to give the blind and visually impaired a remote sense of touch with haptics. Learn all about what it's like and what it can do in this Epic Ally podcast interview. Let me know in the comments what you think about this device! Find out more about the SuperBrain 1: https://7sense.ee/superbrain-1/ Epic Ally Podcast playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI_qJN1lJVU5xxIOz-JoldbkehCdIU0Sw&si=-b3GDSfyhE8nP-wu Video Chapters 00:00 – Intro 01:20 – Meet Michael for 7Sense 02:08 – What is the SuperBrain 1?04:24 – Describing the wearable device 07:20 – Does it work on it’s own? 08:52 – The Onboarding Experience14:56 – Modes and AI Haptic Features19:52 – The 3rd Mode 23:23 – Can you exercise with SuperBrain 1? 24:14 – Sensors and Cameras 26:45 – Outdoors to Indoors 27:42 – Backstory of SuperBrain 29:56 – Pricing and Availability 31:30 – What makes AT so expensive? 37:08 – My Thoughts About the SuperBrain

    39 min
  7. Talking Signs with Right Hear | Epic A11y

    2025-01-02

    Talking Signs with Right Hear | Epic A11y

    What if signs could talk? That's what Right hear wants to do! In this episode, I talk to the CEO of Right Hear, Idan Meir, to discuss their technology and how it could enhance the experience of people who are blind and visually impaired. Idan also shares a glimpse into what they're planning next. Right Hear Website: https://www.right-hear.com/ Right Hear on Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.righthear&hl=en_US Right Hear on iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/righthear-blind-assistant/id1061791840

    47 min
  8. Navigating by music with Ben Vision, Speakaboo AI, and ViddyScribe audio description | Epic A11y

    2024-12-12

    Navigating by music with Ben Vision, Speakaboo AI, and ViddyScribe audio description | Epic A11y

    Can you imagine not being able to see anything, and listening to music to find your way and learn what's around you? Or would you rather AI give you descriptions? How about making it easier to get audio descriptions? On this CoA Epic Ally episode, Patrick Burton tells us all about Ben Vision products, the BEN app, Speakaboo and ViddyScribe, what's unique about the way Ben Vision is developing navigating solutions and some things to look forward to in tech and accessibility. Benvision https://ben.vision/ ViddyScribe https://www.viddyscribe.com/ Speakaboo: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/speakaboo-blind-ai-assistance/id6480101099 Here is a link to a video that's been processed by ViddyScribe: https://youtu.be/f_v3mti0sY4 This is a short edited video Patrick Burton (founder of Benvision and ViddyScribe) took on a date night with his wife. This is the original before processing, in case you would like to compare: https://youtu.be/zHtTZqyhzT4 Video Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:08 – Patrick and Ben Vision 03:13 – Speakaboo 09:52 – BEN App 13:50 – The BEN App Experience 18:57 – Programing Waypoints and Regions 20:15 – Dynamic Environments 22:15 – Creating Custom Waypoint 23:19 – ViddyScribe 29:25 – Free Apps 30:30 – Why is AT so expensive? 35:40 – Vision for tech and accessibility? 38:02 – Final Words 38:48 – My Thoughts on Ben Vision

    44 min
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Tune into the audio version of the Epic A11y Video Podcast, brought to you by Carrie on Accessibility! Join me as I interview the innovators and movers shaping the future of accessibility and technology. Get inspired, stay informed, and learn from the experts with me.

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