[NJTechDiv] Fw: [iDevices] Important! Submit Your Tech Showdown Questions, Welcome a New Panelist, and More

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Subject: [iDevices] Important! Submit Your Tech Showdown Questions, Welcome a New Panelist, and More

Please read this entire email to the end. It contains additional information on how to submit questions for our Tech Showdown, along with other additions and corrections.

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Windows or Mac? Mac or iPad? Android versus iOS? JAWS versus Voiceover? Have you ever thought about these questions? Maybe you’ve asked them yourself. Or, maybe you’ve just heard that true professionals cannot use a Mac, that iPads are not good for productivity, or that Windows PCs crash every five minutes. Do you find yourself wondering what the truth really is, and which devices are right for you?

Join us for a special live face off event, when four tech experts go head-to-head in the ultimate tech showdown to make their case for their favorite tech platforms. This two hour debate-style event promises to excite, entertain, and inform you, as the tech gurus battle it out live - not in a cage or in the octogon ring, but in the equally high-intensity atmosphere of a Zoom session. It’s like UFC for the tech nerd.

Make the popcorn and the fried party snacks, chill the sodas, place your bets, although we don’t actually condone betting of any kind, and make sure to join us live for this special event.

The Ultimate Tech Showdown takes place on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 8PM Eastern Time, and the Zoom join info is at the end of this message.

What to Expect:

First off, before we can have a showdown, we must have questions, and that is where you come in. Instructions will be provided below on how to submit your questions. You will be part of shaping this debate. Our moderators will choose the final list of questions. Moderators may supplement the discussion with questions of their own, and there may be time for live Q and A at the end, though this is not guaranteed, so be sure to submit your questions ahead of time for consideration.

We will use classic debate format for this event - with each panelist getting three minutes for opening statements, and questions being directed to individual panelists, with opportunities for other panel members to chime in. Each panel member will also be given five minutes for closing statements. Panelists will not see the questions ahead of time and will have no chance to hear them until they are asked live.

How to Submit Your Questions:

Before you begin, please read this entire email carefully, particularly the guidelines for question submissions. Please observe the following important guidelines:

*All questions must be submitted via email, to the address provided below.

*no more than three questions per-person please.

*no follow-up emails with additional questions

*No questions about the debate format, event times, or anything else - only questions for our panelists. All other questions should be directed to normal TTJ contact methods.

*Questions must be on topic and may include hardware and software questions, operating system questions, app questions, and screen reader questions.

*This is not a tech support session. Questions like, why doesn’t my iPhone ring, are not intended for this debate.

*Keep all questions concise - maximum three sentences per question.

*No profanity, no derogatory questions/comments, and no bashing panelists

*No comments, personal stories, or opinions - only questions

*Do not attempt to answer questions you think others may have.

*Nothing off-topic!

Not all questions may be included. Our moderation team reserves the right to modify or exclude any questions for any reason, and at their sole discretion.

Please send all questions to the following email address:

Tech-showdown at ttjtech.biz

In the subject line, please type “Questions for Tech Showdown”.

Type your questions in the body of the email message according to the above guidelines. If you know which panelist you’d like to address your question to, please state the panelist’s name followed by a colon, then type the question. If you have multiple questions, please separate each question by two blank lines.

Do not include any advertising or any other information in your email. Emails will not receive replies. Do not contact us to check the status of your questions. Please submit all questions by no later than 11:59PM Eastern Time on Friday, January 23, 2026.

About the Panelists:

David Goldfield:

David Goldfield has been working in the assistive technology field for nearly 35 years. This includes providing technical support, technology training for blind children and adults, writing product documentation and working with Comcast’s accessibility team as a product manager. Currently, he is the marketing director for Blazie Technologies. When he’s not working, you’ll find him chatting on Facebook and Mastodon, running the Tech-VI announcement list or engaged with Doctor Who books, TV episodes or novels.

You can visit his personal Web site at

www.DavidGoldfield.com.

Kevin Ratliff:

Kevin Ratliff is a dedicated Assistive Technology Instructor with over 25 years of experience empowering individuals through digital accessibility. For the past 13 years, he has served at the Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center (CCRC) in Austin, Texas, where he specializes in helping students master the tools necessary for independence and employment.

Kevin possesses deep technical expertise across multiple ecosystems, including Windows, Chrome OS, and Android. He is highly proficient in the native and third-party screen readers for each operating system, ensuring his students can navigate any interface with confidence. His instructional background also includes extensive experience with both the Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite, bridging the gap between assistive tools and essential workplace productivity software.

Kliphton Miller Sr.:

Kliph Miller Sr. is a highly respected assistive technology specialist, educator, and the founder of SturItUp, a service dedicated to providing personalized, results-driven technology training. With more than 30 years of experience in technology and over 15 years focused specifically on assistive technology instruction, Kliph brings a depth of knowledge and practical insight that few in the field can match.

Kliph is known for his extensive expertise within the Apple ecosystem, including macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS, with a strong emphasis on accessibility features such as VoiceOver and system-level customization. His work centers on helping individuals build confidence, independence, and efficiency through technology that is tailored to their daily lives and professional goals.

As an educator, Kliph takes a highly individualized approach to instruction. He focuses on strengthening real-world skills, eliminating unnecessary repetition, and ensuring that learners understand not just how to use their devices, but why specific workflows and features matter. His training style is practical, detailed, and rooted in troubleshooting, adaptability, and long-term skill development.

Through SturItUp, Kliph delivers one-on-one and small-group training that meets clients where they are, sharpening their abilities while helping them stay current as technology continues to evolve. His commitment to clarity, efficiency, and accessibility has made him a trusted resource for students, professionals, and organizations alike.

In addition to his training work, Kliph is active in media and content creation, using podcasts and digital platforms to engage audiences in meaningful conversations around technology and accessibility. His work reflects a deep commitment to empowering users to take control of their technology and use it as a tool for independence and success. Kliph Miller Sr. and SturItUp represent a practical, forward-thinking approach to assistive technology—focused on real skills, real outcomes, and real impact.

Matthew G. Vollbrecht

Matthew Vollbrecht is a certified Apple Instructor and the owner of TTJ Tech Services. He has nearly three decades of experience providing technology setup, support, training, and consulting for individuals, educators, and organizations. His work has included computer maintenance, accessibility testing, documentation, and user training for both sighted and blind users. He has extensive experience working with assistive technologies, particularly screen readers and accessibility features for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Since 2009, Matthew has focused exclusively on Apple products, after recognizing Apple’s industry-leading commitment to built-in accessibility. He is an Apple Teacher and Apple-Certified Associate with deep expertise in macOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, watchOS, and related apps and services. He is also a long-time advocate and educator in the accessibility community, creating tutorial content and contributing to widely used Apple accessibility support resources.

Through TTJ Tech Services, Matthew provides personalized training, demonstrations, purchasing guidance, setup, and ongoing support for Apple devices and related technologies. His training and support services also extend to digital content creation, web design, home automation, security systems, streaming TV services, home theater, A/V, and music technology. He works with individuals, families, educators, and schools to help integrate technology in meaningful and practical ways. In addition to offering technology training and support locally and online, Matthew is a faith preachor. He is married with two children and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Event Support and Moderation:

In addition to the above panel members, this showdown will be supported by Sarah Potok of the TTJ Instructor Team, and David DeNotaris of Sky’s the Limit! Sarah will serve as moderator, while David will serve as sound stage coordinator. Additional supporting moderators may be added.

To join, use the Zoom link provided below. Mark your calendars for Wednesday 01/28 at 8PM Eastern Time. God bless you, and see you then!:)

Showdown Join Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84416485669?pwd=o1uH1WA8s22n8oG8SmZ8ulAc5UN0qj.1

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