Epic Ally (Carrie on Accessibility)

Carrie on Accessibility

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. Calling Aira with your meta glasses is now easier! | epic a11y podcast

    10. Apr.

    Calling Aira with your meta glasses is now easier! | epic a11y podcast

    In this episode, Carrie is joined by Everette from the Aira team to discuss the new update which improves the experience of using Aira with the Meta Glasses. This update was enabled by Meta releasing the SDK for developers. Here's to more apps for accessibility on the Meta glasses!

    17 Min.
  2. Use OOrion with the Meta Smart Glasses! | Epic A11y Podcast

    9. Apr.

    Use OOrion with the Meta Smart Glasses! | Epic A11y Podcast

    OOrion is a free iOS app that can detect, find objects and text. It has an assistant so that you don't need to manually navigate the app. Now, you can use it with the Meta glasses!In this interview, Carrie and Axelle from OOrion talk about how it will work, what it can do and other OOrion updates. OOrion Website: https://www.oorion.fr/en

    17 Min.
  3. Solving a Rubik's Cube Blind | Epic A11y Podcast

    11.11.2025

    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.
  4. EchoVision Pioneer Edition - Update from Agiga

    28.10.2025

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

    15.04.2025

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

    11.04.2025

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

    25.03.2025

    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.
  8. SuperBrain 1 from 7Sense - A Haptic Wearable

    06.03.2025

    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.
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