20240627 1400 Productivity Apps on Your iOS Device-Helping You Work Smarter, Not Harder Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 2 Your iOS device is a powerful computer that fits right in the palm of your hand, and it comes preloaded with several apps that can help you work smarter, not harder. In this session, iBug Today members Sandhya Rao and Brad Snyder showed attendees how they can master the power of their iOS device to increase their productivity and efficiency and have some fun at the same time. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

20240627 1400 For Everyone Interested in Amateur Radio Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Lucinda Moody, AB8WF, the Handiham Program Coordinator, spoke to us about the Handiham program and about ham radio in general. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

20240627 1100 Using AI Ethically and Responsibly Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2024, on ACB Media 2 The invention of artificial intelligence has been with us for decades but now it is becoming pivotal in the lives of those that utilize technology. Attendees learned from a panel of technology experts, users, and enthusiasts about the current state of AI. We focused on using this technology ethically and responsibly, but what does that even mean? We aimed to answer the question if AI is a game changer for those with disabilities and what role does it play in the lives of professionals, students, and those of us that utilize this technology in our daily lives at home. Lastly, we discussed what role we all play in driving change in the areas of AI and accessibility to improve the world around us. Learn how AI will achieve greatness if driven appropriately by technology companies and users alike. Co-sponsored by: BITS and the Employment Committee Edited by: Brian McCallen

20230702 1300 CCLVI Vendor Showcase Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media Can't wait to experience new tech at the exhibit hall? Whet your appetite for accessibility as vendors demonstrated new assistive technology. Participants played with gadgets, asked questions, and planned their time in the exhibit hall. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230702 1430 What’s New with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media Participants joined Ryan Jones from Vispero for the annual User Group meeting. All skill levels were welcome. We demonstrated and discussed the recent developments and look at what's coming in 2024. We also discussed how you can help shape the future of our products. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230705 1600 Explore the Levels of Low Vision Technology Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Do you love the flashiest new tech? Maybe you prefer no-tech options or something in between. Attendees explored high tech, low tech, and no tech solutions for people with low vision.

20230705 1300 Unfolding Aira's Roadmap Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media Attendees journeyed from the Aira product manager's desk to states like Colorado and Alabama, and the corporate offices of some well-known brands to show you what's coming in the world of visual interpreting. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230704 1730 StellarTrek Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media Participants took a journey with HumanWare as they learned about what's new with the StellarTrek. This presentation showcased what's new with this compact GPS and text-reading device. StellarTrek can help you navigate your environment, from reading addresses on doors, to signs on businesses, text has never been this easy to find. You can follow a route in real-time, or browse the world virtually from wherever you are. Getting lost is a thing of the past, as you can map any area- on the street grid, or in an open area, and StellarTrek will guide you to where you want to be. Building on these features, we've added a barcode reader, and color recognition to the StellarTrek's capabilities, with more to come! Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

20230701 1600 Devices and services accessibility at Amazon Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4 Amazon obsesses about customer delight, and that includes customers with disabilities. In this session, we discussed the latest accessibility features for Fire TV, Fire tablet, Echo Show, Echo Frames, and more. We shared more about Prime Video's journey to make audio descriptions as common as captions, as well as text-to-speech voice improvements. We also reviewed the suite of award-winning Fire OS accessibility features that have been delighting Amazon's customers with disabilities for years. Edited By:  Michael Babcock

20230701 1600 RSVA-Tips and Tricks for the iPhone and MAC Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4 Listeners heard about using the iPhone more easily. Some great apps for the phone were also discussed. You'll also learn about programs on the MAC. Presenter: Diane Scalzi, Blind Information Technology Specialists Treasurer, Saint Clair Shores, MI Edited By:  Michael Babcock