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Hosted by Jonathan Mosen, Access On features breaking technology news , product demonstrations, reviews, comparisons, and interviews about the fast-changing world of technology. We also welcome contributions from our listeners. Follow Access On for news about computers, smartphones, AI, accessible appliances, blindness-specific devices including Braille displays, and more. Whether you’re a tech ex... more

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This week on Access on:

John Ternus to become Apple's CEO. What might it mean for accessibility 0:00 An examination of home audio options 14:45 Obtaining support for your smart home 39:55 Jonathan Mosen describes his smart home, and Josh.ai 40:44 C... more

This week on Access On: National Federation of the Blind expresses outrage at title 2 delay 0:00 Join us for our Access On webinar on document formatting 3:51 Smart security systems and doorbells 5:41 Smart devices for the kitchen 16:59 Media access ... more

On this week's episode of Access On: Our next Access On webinar on document formatting 0:00 Smart home defined 2:13 Google Assistant/Gemini and Apple Home 11:54 Amazon Alexa 21:58 Lighting and environmental control 44:33 Closing and contact info 1:05... more

In this week's episode:

Introduction 0:00 Brava has ceased operations 0:57 Lindsay Patterson and Peter Walters discuss MakeClassroomPodcast.com 6:40 Apple IIE memories 35:03 Accessibility regression in the Cosori smart air fryer 36:09 Enthusiasm ab... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Palachek
From Maryland Department of Disabilities
Maryland Department of Disabilities
Episode: More on the smart home, an inaccessible Ray-Bam meta repair experience, and iOS status cells explained
Lindsay Patterson
From Tumble Media
Tumble Media
Episode: Brava shuts down, an accessible web-based podcast creation tools for students, and ongoing concerns with the new Outlook
Peter Walters
From Independence Science
Independence Science
Episode: Brava shuts down, an accessible web-based podcast creation tools for students, and ongoing concerns with the new Outlook
Dave Andrews
Adjacent to the International Braille and Technology Center panelist
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Episode: Apple at 50, blind people and our allies shaping Apple accessibility innovation
Mike May
Early adopter and technology advocate
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Episode: Apple at 50, blind people and our allies shaping Apple accessibility innovation
Bonnie Mosen
Contributor who used Apple II in college
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Episode: Apple at 50, blind people and our allies shaping Apple accessibility innovation
Karen Navy
Formerly of Raze.computing, key early innovator
Raze.computing
Episode: Apple at 50, blind people and our allies shaping Apple accessibility innovation
Robin Christopherson
Demo presenter for Omni Describer
Episode: Machine-driven custom audio description with Omni Describer, and listener feedback on a range of topics
Mick Curran
Founder and technical consultant, NV Access
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Episode: NVDA in the Past, Present, and Future

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Jonathan Mosen
Host of Access On

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Jonathan Mosen and the NFB belong together. Unstoppable!

    I highly recommend this podcast

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    Canadaa year ago

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Beginning our series on the smart home
Q: How do standards like Matter and Thread impact accessibility?
Matter and Thread create a common language for devices to talk to each other, reducing fragmentation and enabling consistent, accessible setup and control across ecosystems like Google Home and Apple Home.
Beginning our series on the smart home
Q: What are the core benefits of smart home devices for blind users?
Smart home devices offer hands-free control, audible feedback, and the ability to confirm actions through spoken or displayed cues, which together reduce the need to navigate physical interfaces and multiple apps.
NVDA in the Past, Present, and Future
Q: How has NVDA progressed in the Windows ecosystem and what makes it competitive with proprietary options like JAWS and Microsoft's Narrator?
NVDA has evolved to offer broad functionality, extensive community contributions, and a strong cost-to-value proposition since it is free, which makes it a viable alternative especially for those with funding constraints; it remains a choice due to its flexible model and ongoing improvements, with a focus on openness and collaboration rather than direct feature-for-feature replication of competitors.
NFB President Mark Riccobono discusses topical tech issues, and Michael Hansen on the AppleVis Apple Vision Accessibility Report Card
Q: What can people do to assist with the Federation's work on this critical issue?
Members can share their experiences with AI, particularly any impact on job applications due to biases in AI algorithms.
NFB President Mark Riccobono discusses topical tech issues, and Michael Hansen on the AppleVis Apple Vision Accessibility Report Card
Q: Can you give us a pricey of the Access Technology Affordability Act?
The Act aims to financially assist blind individuals by allowing them to recuperate costs for access technology through refundable tax credits.

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Covering the latest in technology news and accessible innovations, this podcast provides insightful discussions and product demonstrations on various devices and tools aimed at enhancing accessibility, especially for those who are blind or visually impaired. From in-depth interviews with industry experts to personal experiences shared by listeners, the content serves as both an informative resource and a platform for community engagement. Noteworthy themes include updates on accessibility technology, reviews of blindness-specific devices, and practical advice on navigating the fast-evolving tech landscape, making it a valuable experience for tech-savvy individuals as well as those seeking to improve their understanding of access technology.... more

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2. Lindsay Patterson
3. Peter Walters
4. Dave Andrews
5. Mike May
6. Bonnie Mosen
7. Karen Navy
8. Robin Christopherson

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