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Talking Technology with V I Labs

Vision Ireland
Assistive Technology
Accessibility
Braille
Vision Ireland
Glide
Meta Glasses
Audio Description
European Accessibility Act
Digital Accessibility
RTÉ Player
Sight Village
Apple
Voting Accessibility
JAWS
Inclusivity
Christmas Movies
Self-Driving Cars
Smart Glasses
Accessibility Features
Seeing AI

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 assess... more

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On this episode of Talking Technology, we react to the latest accessibility features announced by Apple.

Peter joins us to discuss updates to digital braille devices, including news on the BrailleNote Evolve and the BrailleSense 7. We also explore t... more

On this episode of Talking Technology, we learn about Speechlabels, a new product from the team behind the Hable One and Hable Easy smartphone controllers.

The team also tell us about Stactiles, their new tactile sticker product.

We explore new lap... more

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Tim Cook is officially stepping down as Apple CEO in September. In this episode of Talking Technology, David and Joe react to the news.

Nathan Proudfoot tells us what it’s like to launch an assistive technology company as a teenager and shares his n... more

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On this episode of Talking Technology, we discuss the world of visual interpreting with Aira.

Jenine Stanley discusses what Aira is and how the platform works, sharing exciting news on the future of integrations with the Meta glasses.

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Recent Guests

Nathan Proudfoot
Founder of Bullseye Assistive Technology
Bullseye Assistive Technology
Episode: Tim Cook steps down, and a new Irish assistive technology company - Talking Technology episode 110
Jenine Stanley
From Aira, responsible for community and marketing
Aira
Episode: What is Aira? And how does visual interpreting work? Talking Technology episode 109
Michael Grimes
Team member working for Canon Ireland, involved in World Unseen tactile imagery exhibition
Canon Ireland
Episode: Tactile graphics, iPhone warnings, and the latest from CSUN 2026 - Talking Technology 108
Jean Marc Feghali
Chief Innovation Officer at WeWALK
WeWALK
Episode: What is the weWALK Smart Cane? - Talking Technology episode 107
Lucia Pintado Gutierrez
Audio description researcher
DCU (Dublin City University)
Episode: Audio Description research in Ireland, and Be My Eyes in the workplace - Talking Technology episode 106
Chris White
Group CEO of Vision Ireland
Vision Ireland
Episode: Making Europe more accessible. IAAP comes to Dublin - Talking Technology episode 105
Susanna Laurin
Head of the EU for the IAAP
IAAP
Episode: Making Europe more accessible. IAAP comes to Dublin - Talking Technology episode 105
Shadi Abou-Zahra
Principal Accessibility Standards and Policy Manager at Amazon
Amazon
Episode: Making Europe more accessible. IAAP comes to Dublin - Talking Technology episode 105
Peter Claridge-Bowler
Expert on digital Braille technology
V I Labs
Episode: Irish Braille is changing - Talking Technology episode 104

Hosts

David Keegan
Host of Talking Technology with V I Labs, Vision Ireland/V I Labs; long-running presenter and organizer of accessibility tech discussions.
Joe Lonegan
Co-host and presenter focusing on accessibility tech and policy discussions.

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What is the weWALK Smart Cane? - Talking Technology episode 107
Q: What does the WeWALK Smart Cane 2 do that a regular cane doesn't?
It adds a four-layer capability pyramid: traditional cane functionality at the base, safety features with a built-in flashlight, obstacle detection with audible or haptic signals, smartphone connectivity for navigation, and an AI voice assistant powered by Gemini that can answer questions and provide contextual information.
Tim Cook steps down, and a new Irish assistive technology company - Talking Technology episode 110
Q: Nathan, how can people find out more about the calculator? What's it called and how can people learn more?
The calculator is called ExamCalc, Nathan 14 calculator, and it's available on Google Play, Microsoft Store, and Apple App Store, with official information and download links on Bullseye Assistive Technology's website www.bullseyeat.com.
What is Aira? And how does visual interpreting work? Talking Technology episode 109
Q: What is Aira?
Aira is a visual interpreting service that connects users with trained interpreters via an app or web platform, providing real-time descriptions and assistance for tasks from reading labels to navigating environments, with different free and paid access options and security measures.
Audio Description research in Ireland, and Be My Eyes in the workplace - Talking Technology episode 106
Q: What are the key findings and recommendations from the ADC research?
The research notes broadcasting success in meeting quotas, but stresses the need for cross-sector collaboration and stronger voices from the blind and visually impaired community; it also highlights the fragmentation across sectors and the lack of nationwide training standards.
Audio Description research in Ireland, and Be My Eyes in the workplace - Talking Technology episode 106
Q: How did the ADESI DCU project come about?
Lucia describes an informal collaboration starting in 2021-2022, leading to Abyssin in 2023, a national mapping approach connecting education, entertainment, and end users to identify systemic gaps in Ireland's accessibility infrastructure.

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This show consistently centers on technology that improves independence for people who are blind or visually impaired, with heavy emphasis on accessibility policy, assistive devices, and evolving software. Episodes frequently feature industry leaders and organizational representatives discussing real-world impacts of legislation, certification programs, and upcoming product updates—from Braille displays and screen readers to AI-powered accessibility features. A recurring throughline is the collaboration between nonprofits, tech companies, and advocacy groups to push for better accessibility standards, inclusive design, and practical applications like voting accessibility, travel, education, and media. A standout trait is how discussions com... more

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