[SC-CSTD] FW: V I Labs Tech On Tap Newsletter Edition 228

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Subject: V I Labs Tech On Tap Newsletter Edition 228

 







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Featured articles:


*	Are digital guide dogs a terrible idea?  
*	How to stop Siri responses getting interrupted by Voiceover 
*	Planes, Trains, and Self-driving cars 

 


	

 





 





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 would you want in a smart cane? 

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=f4a5c12788&e=bcd617a5bc> Send WhatsApp Voicenote 

 


	

 





Are digital guide dogs a terrible idea?


 





	

 




When it comes to mobility, blind and partially sighted people essentially have two options: some work with a guide dog, while others use a cane. Do we want technology to play a role in mobility? 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=70f6f31f61&e=bcd617a5bc> Digital Guide Dog Article 

 


	





How to stop Siri responses getting interrupted by Voiceover


 





	

 




VoiceOver is amazing, but sometimes it can be a bit rude. This week, Joe explains how to stop VoiceOver from rudely interrupting poor Siri. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=e0abb252fe&e=bcd617a5bc> VoiceOver Interruptions Article 

 


	

 

	

 





Planes, Trains, and Self-driving cars


 





	

 




To look toward the future, sometimes you need to look back at the past. This week, Sean takes us on a journey from the humble steam train to the future of self-driving cars. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=9ca5035d26&e=bcd617a5bc> A Journey Through Time 

 


	

 





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  

*	Mobile Phone Accessibility Options

Did you know that your phone likely has many great accessibility features built in? Explore the variety of options available and learn about everything from screen readers to zoom.
 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=23100ca85c&e=bcd617a5bc> Mobile Phone Accessibility Options course details 

*	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=fff1139f46&e=bcd617a5bc> Accessibility on a Smart TV course details 

*	Online Shopping Tips and Tricks

You can buy all sorts of things online, from groceries to braille cards, smart speakers to remote control helicopters. Learn the basics of online shopping and how to browse to find exactly what you need.
 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=8ea9c066a2&e=bcd617a5bc> Online Shopping Tips and Tricks 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=c87c10b89c&e=bcd617a5bc> Talking Technology YouTube Playlist 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=eb4f17a384&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=f653d32fe8&e=bcd617a5bc> Apple Podcasts 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=b556b1b041&e=bcd617a5bc> Spotify 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=5b0c574c41&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. 

 



 <https://ncbi.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0075302c481fdf615a1e2037f&id=c3051b387f&e=bcd617a5bc> Support Vision Ireland 

 


	

 


	
	










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