[SC-CSTD] FW: V I Labs Tech On Tap Newsletter Edition 233

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Subject: V I Labs Tech On Tap Newsletter Edition 233

 







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Featured articles:


*	FraudSMART release a scam checker tool 
*	The iPad stand making waves in the Northwest
*	The Apple Watch has a battery problem 

 


	

 





 





The Talking Technology Big Question



It’s time to have your say on the issues of the day. Send us a WhatsApp Voice note answering our big question and we might discuss your thoughts in a future episode of our Talking Technology podcast.
 
This weeks question is…

What are you hoping to get from Santa this year? 

Send us a Voicenote now to 
086 199 00 11

Remember, a voice note is not a call.  To send a voice note, use the voice note button on the bottom right of the WhatsApp chat interface.  

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=4b3afc8e16&e=bcd617a5bc> Send WhatsApp Voicenote 

 


	

 





FraudSMART release a scam checker tool


 





	

 




Scams are everywhere, but sometimes knowing if a site is legit or not can be difficult. Thankfully there are tools to help with exactly that, and this week Joe explores one such solution. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=b38d6923df&e=bcd617a5bc> Scams article 

 


	





The iPad stand making waves in the Northwest


 





	

 




Digital magnifiers can often be prohibitively expensive, but what if you could just use an iPad as a digital magnifier? This week we take a trip to the Northwest to hear about an iPad stand making waves in the region. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=edc154fbf0&e=bcd617a5bc> iPad stand article 

 


	

 

	

 





The Apple Watch has a battery problem


 





	

 




The Apple Watch battery has a problem and it’s not what you’d expect. When the Apple Watch battery dies and the watch shuts down, the time can still be displayed on screen. Could the Apple Watch learn from the Talking watches of yesteryear? 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=fb6b9384c3&e=bcd617a5bc> Apple Watch battery article 

 


	

 





Talking Technology with V I Labs Episode 72 - Blindshell talk Classic 3, and Huawei’s new screen reader


 





	

 




This week on the Talking Technology podcast, the team chats with Blindshell about the new Classic 3 phone and discusses news of a new screen reader from Huawei.
Tune in now and be sure to subscribe to V I Labs on YouTube or your favourite podcast app 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=76edc0a396&e=bcd617a5bc> Watch on YouTube 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=c3940f9c69&e=bcd617a5bc> Listen on a podcast app 

 


	

 





Want to learn more about Technology? Why not try a V I Labs Training course


 





 




V I Labs offer a variety of courses to help you improve your technology proficiency. To sign up or get more details on any of these courses, send an email to training at vi.ie  

List of upcoming courses  

*	Accessibility on a Smart TV

Smart TVs offer several accessibility features specifically designed for visually impaired users, making navigating and enjoying TV content easier.
This session will overview the most common features available on many Smart TVs to help navigate through your favourite shows and movies with voice guidance, screen magnification, and customisable text settings.
 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=0e5b31053b&e=bcd617a5bc> Accessibility on a Smart TV course details 

*	Podcasts, Music and Audio Books

Discover the world of podcasts, music, and audiobooks. What’s available for free, and what do you need to pay for? How do you listen to content? This introduction to the world of online entertainment is the perfect place to start.
 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=f921a842ca&e=bcd617a5bc> Podcasts, Music and Audio Books course details  

*	Accessible Smart Home Security Technology

Enhancing home security for visually impaired individuals through smart home technology necessitates a thoughtful approach to accessibility and functionality.
This session outlines several methods to strengthen home security with smart home solutions designed for the visually impaired.
 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=4fb1ad306f&e=bcd617a5bc> Accessible Smart Home Security Technology course details 

 


	

 





Talking Technology with V I Labs


 





 




Our Technology Podcasts cover a wide variety of subjects relating to all sorts of technologies that might be of interest to someone with sight loss. All shows are recorded and made available on YouTube and podcast platforms for you to listen to or watch back afterward.

To listen back to previous shows please select the button below. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=fb22a6a83b&e=bcd617a5bc> Talking Technology YouTube Playlist 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=8d158b26d0&e=bcd617a5bc> Listen to Talking Technology with Audio Here 

 


	

 





Subscribe to V I Labs Podcasts  


V I Labs Podcasts are hosted on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and TuneIn. Please subscribe to the following and give us a listen on your favourite device.

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=0991c353a3&e=bcd617a5bc> Apple Podcasts 

 



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 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=36e2c9068b&e=bcd617a5bc> TuneIn 

 


	

 





Technology Support Line 


We offer a dedicated support line and email address for technical support related to assistive and mainstream technology. 
 

The service is free for people with sight loss and their families. We also offer technical advice on assistive technology to schools and employers. 
 

The Technology Support Helpdesk is operated between 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday. 
 

Contact V I Labs nationwide on 1800 911 110.

 


	

 





Support Vision Ireland


Your continued support for Vision Ireland's work to help people with sight loss is hugely appreciated. Please click the link below for more information on how you can help. 

 



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