Talking Technology with V I Labs

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This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers support and services to people of all ages who are experiencing difficulties with their eyesight. Visit www.vi.ie to discover more about our technology services and other range of services Vision Ireland provide 

  1. 5小時前

    Sean Gallagher on Dragons Den, boxing, and running for president when you’re visually impaired - Talking Technology episode 120

    On this episode of Talking Technology, we catch up with Sean Gallagher to learn what it’s like to run for president when you’re visually impaired. We discuss the technology he uses, the impact of modern surgery, as well as what it was like representing the then NCBI on the televised boxing competition Celebrity Lords of the Ring. We have a voice note from Cian on his frustration seeing companies restrict Meta glasses, and with Daniel taking a well-deserved break, David and Joe discuss new iPhones as well as an updated RTÉ Listen app in Tech News. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011.  0:00 intro  2:08 WhatsApp Voice Notes 17:51 discussion with Sean Gallagher 53:08 Talking Technology News Support the show

  2. 8月25日

    New assistance booking app on the way from Irish Rail - Talking Technology episode 119

    On this episode of Talking Technology, we are joined by Irish rail to discuss a new assistance booking app that is on the way later this year. Ahead of its launch Ronan discusses how Irish rail assistance actually works and what is going to change. David and Daniel discuss The latest on the Vision Ireland Meta glasses partnership, and we explore how taxi app Bolt is using E scooters to improve accessibility. Check out the braille survey here 0:00 - intro  2:01 - Contact Details 3:16 - catching up on Meta Glasses 19:02 - The new assistance booking app from Irish Rail 32:51 - Talking Technology News 52:59 - outro Support the show

  3. 8月12日

    Meta and Vision Ireland announce free glasses partnership - Talking Technology extra

    It’s a very exciting day in Vision Ireland as we finally get to share details of a groundbreaking new partnership that will see Meta donate 15,000 pairs of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to eligible Vision Ireland service users. On this episode, we catch up with Vision Ireland group CEO Chris White and head of Technology Sean Doran to learn about the partnership, and we’re joined by a range of guests who give their reaction to the news. Expressions of interest are now officially open. Visit Meta.vi.ie or call the dedicated phone line on 01 882 1910 0:00 - intro  1:55 - Chris and Sean share the big Ray-Ban Meta news  15:45 - Brian Manning on the impact Meta glasses have for those who are blind  24:00 - Hilary Devlin on how the Meta glasses help with parenting  37:10 - Bobbie Hickey on assistive tech going mainstream and how they help her stay stylish  42:22 - Denis Nolan on Meta glasses training sessions and upcoming roadshows  48:55 - how to get your name on the list Support the show

  4. 8月11日

    The future of accessibility at Tesco - Talking Technology episode 118

    On this episode of Talking Technology, David takes a trip to a Tesco superstore to hear from James Hurst, head of UX design and research for the store experience. They explore Scan as You Shop, as well as the recent accessibility improvements made to Tesco self-service machines. There’s a long way to go, so David and James discuss new changes that will see accessibility preferences saved to a customer’s ClubCard, as well as the possibility of screen readers for self-service and scan as you shop devices. The Google graveyard expands in this week’s tech news, and we have good news for users of Windows 10. All that and more on this week’s episode of Talking Technology. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011.  1:42 – Comments from Toni regarding live AI, and explaining Scan as You Shop 8:03 – Demo of a Scan as You Shop at Tesco 28:26 – Tesco self-service machines 40:09 – Talking Technology News Support the show

  5. 7月28日

    Brian Hartgen discusses Leasey 11.5, and Mayo are all Ireland champions - Talking Technology episode 117

    After 75 years of heartbreak, 11 final defeats, and a curse from a Catholic priest, Mayo finally won the All Ireland. After a weekend that will go down in Irish sporting history for generations to come, Sara tells us what that incredible moment was like with audio description in the stadium. Brian Hartgen from Hartgen Consultancy tells us what’s new in the latest release of their Leasey product, demoing the new Leasey Media Centre and integrations with ChatGPT. We hear about a sitcom from The RNIB, and find out how AI is overcharging people for Guinness. All that and more on this week’s Talking Technology. The WebAIM screen reader survey Vision Ireland survey on shopping apps Leasey from Hartgen Consultancy 0:00 - intro 0:40 - Mayo are all Ireland champions after 75 years of heartbreak 10:56 - voice notes, and a sitcom about blindness from the RNIB 24:20 - What is Leasey? A chat with Brian Hartgen from Hartgen Consultancy. 52:49 - Talking Technology News 1:04:29 - outro Support the show

  6. 7月14日

    What does Vision Ireland want from the budget? - Talking Technology episode 116

    On this episode of Talking Technology, we dive into the Vision Ireland pre-budget submission for Budget 2027. The submission contains 13 asks for six different government departments, so Kevin Kelly and Jamie Millar break it all down for us to explain what it’s all about.  In tech news, we explore a new assistance booking app from Irish Rail, and we respond to your voice notes discussing various WhatsApp-related topics. Kevin asked us very nicely for a show notes link, so you can find the Vision Ireland pre-budget submission here. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011 0:00 - intro 2:42 - WhatsApp Voice Notes 18:20 - Pre-budget submission for Budget 2027 37:08 - Talking Technology News 57:36 - outro Support the show

  7. 6月30日

    Magnification, maths and more, the latest updates to NVDA - Talking Technology episode 115

    On this episode of Talking Technology, we catch up with Quentin Christensen from NV Access.  We learn about upcoming features to the NVDA screen reader as well as how they keep the software secure. We discuss a new variant of the Meta glasses in tech news and share details on why drone delivery won’t be taking off in Ireland anytime soon. Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011.  0:00 Intro 1:57 Voice Notes 17:48 NVDA chat with Quentin Christensen 42:18 - Talking Technology News 59:11 - Outro Support the show

  8. 6月16日

    The technology making professional tandem cycling accessible - Talking Technology Episode 114

    On this episode of Talking Technology, we are joined by Jessica Kennedy, who tells us all about the technology she uses when competing internationally at tandem cycling competitions. We explore accessible cooking and the OOrion app in your voice notes, as well as accessibility improvements for Tesco stores. There is an audible Monopoly game for Tonieboxes in tech news, and how are blind people benefiting from the Freedom 250 UFC fight at the White House? All that and more on the latest episode of Talking Technology. 0:00 - intro 3:10 - Voice notes 29:20 - Jessica Kennedy discusses Technology for tandem cycling 46:55 - Talking Technology News 63:43 - outro  Support the show

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This podcast is focused on technology that supports people who are blind and visually impaired. Our panel of IT Trainers & guest panelists discuss all the latest in mainstream and inclusive technology innovations in a fun and informative manner. V I Labs is the technology function within Vision Ireland. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland. V I Labs provide technology assessments and training for all our service users. We are a not for profit charity, which offers support and services to people of all ages who are experiencing difficulties with their eyesight. Visit www.vi.ie to discover more about our technology services and other range of services Vision Ireland provide 

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    Vision Ireland
  • 活躍年份
    2020年 - 2026年
  • 單集
    232
  • 分級
    兒童適宜
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    © 2026 Talking Technology with V I Labs
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    Talking Technology with V I Labs

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