Shaun of the Shed Accessible Media Inc.

In this episode, Shaun discusses artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential benefits for blind or visually impaired individuals. Showcasing the “Pi” AI service as a voice assistant that can answer questions, create emails, offer recommendations and much more.

Summary

In this episode, the host tests the internet speed of two WiFi routers, the Google Nest 6e WiFi Pro mesh router and the Netgear Orbi RBK50 mesh router. The importance of internet speed and the role of WiFi routers in delivering that speed are discussed. The host explains the concept of mesh networks and conducts an internet speed test using the fast.com website. The performance of both routers is compared, and the host concludes by highlighting the need to test internet speed and consider various factors when choosing a router.

In this episode of Shaun of the Shed, Shaun Preece discusses the benefits of using biometric security, specifically fingerprint recognition, on Windows computers; discovering that biometric security is more effective than using passwords or PIN codes and more convenient.

Shaun demonstrates how to add a USB fingerprint reader to a computer and set up fingerprint recognition in Windows settings, emphasizing the affordability and ease of use of the Arcanite fingerprint reader. Shaun also mentions the increasing popularity of biometric security for logging into websites and services.

Join Shaun Preece as he explores the importance of learning Braille for blind or partially sighted individuals. Despite the advancements in technology, Shaun highlights the benefits of being able to read and write in Braille.

He shares his personal journey and regrets for not learning Braille earlier and discusses its potential uses in education and employment.

Shaun also reviews four Braille learning apps: Braille Academy, Braille Decoded, Pocket Braille, and Bump Bump Braille Learn, providing valuable feedback on their accessibility and usability. Tune in to discover the power of Braille and learn about resources available from local sight loss organizations.

On this episode of Shaun of the Shed, host Shaun Preece explores the hand gestures feature of the Apple Watch, a game-changer for users who are blind or partially sighted. Shaun guides listeners through setting up and using pinch and clench gestures for easy navigation without needing to touch the screen. His practical tips, combined with personal anecdotes from his travels, make this episode an engaging and informative guide on enhancing accessibility with Apple technology.

In this episode of Shaun of the Shed I'll be showing you how we can use artificial intelligence to get amazingly detailed descriptions of any photos we take. Want to know exactly the colour and design of that T-shirt you're about to put on? Not a problem. Want to identify that mysterious can in your cupboard and get cooking instructions? Not a problem. You can even take multiple pictures of a menu and then ask questions such as “What are the vegetarian dishes?” et cetera.

Learn all about how the new artificial intelligence features in the apps “Be My Eyes” and “Seeing AI” are both very easy to use and a must have if you are blind or partially-sighted.