Category Archives: Blindness and Low Vision

SeroTalk Podcast 60: ATIA 2011 Highlights

Posted on January 31, 2011 by mlauf

In Podcast 60, we play 9 interviews we believe to be of interest to the largest number of people. Check back each day this week for additional interviews. You can download them individually below, or Download SeroTalk Podcast 60: ATIA … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 87: 2011 ATIA Highlights

Posted on January 29, 2011 by mlauf

Brad Hodges with American Foundation for the Blind Larry Lewis with Flying Blind, LLC Dean Martineau with Top Dot Enterprises: Home for the Invaluable Weekly Top Tech Tidbits Joe Steinkamp and Michael Lauf discuss 2011 ATIA highlights Some of the … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of Cooking for the Blind

Posted on January 20, 2011 by mlauf

Michael Lauf and fellow-SAMNet members discuss tips for cooking safely, recipes, kitchen appliances and techniques.Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of cooking for the Blind Show Notes for SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of cooking for the … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 59: Is Fluffy Ok?

Posted on January 19, 2011 by mlauf

In podcast 59, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Joe Steinkamp cover the following stories: iPhone officially launched on Verizon Wireless, For sale Feb. 3 for Verizon customers, Feb. 10 for everyone else $199 for 16GB and $299 32GBWIFI HotSpot for … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 85: Exercise for Better Health and Quality of Life

Posted on January 14, 2011 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 85, Joshua Loya and Hope Paulos discussed exercise, nutrition, using a trainer and exercise equipment!View SeroTalk Tech Chat 85: Exercise for Better Health and Quality of Life! Via Accessible Event Listen to MP3 of SeroTalk Tech Chat … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 84: Latest Greatest iPhone Apps as of Early January 2011

Posted on January 7, 2011 by mlauf

Michael Lauf, Peter bossley, Robert Carter with the Tech Doctor Podcast Randy Rusnak wit the Accessible-Devices Podcast share their favorite iPhone apps as of early January 2011. We also talk about Apple’s launch of the App Store on January 6, 2011.View … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 58: Latest Tech News as of January 3, 2011

Posted on January 5, 2011 by mlauf

IN Podcast 58, Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger discuss: iBlink Radio 2.0: More stations and reading services, Improved Favorites, and local content JJ Meddaugh and Jamie Pauls discuss 2010 Access Tech Highlights and Letdowns Nolan Darilek, Chris Millsap and Peter … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 84: Latest Greatest iPhone Apps as of Early January 2011

Posted on January 5, 2011 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf, iPhone users share their favorite apps as of early January 2011. Hear a demo of the “very latest version of Serotek’s iBlink Radio.” We also talk about Apple’s launch of the App Store on January 6, … Continue reading →

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News Release: HoverCam Teams with DocuScan Plus at CES

Posted on January 3, 2011 by mlauf

For Immediate ReleaseMedia Contact:contact@thehovercam.com 858-812-6358Orpr@serotek.com 612.246.4818, Ext. 104HoverCam Teams with DocuScan Plus at CESAlliance Brings Together Pocket-Sized Document Cameraand World’s First Cloud-Based Scanning TechnologySAN DIEGO, Calif – January 3, 2011 –Pathway Innovations and Technologies, Inc., the designer and manufacturer of … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 83: 2010 Access Technology Highlights and Letdowns

Posted on December 29, 2010 by mlauf

J.J. Meddaugh with BlindBargains.com, Jamie Pauls with ACB Radio’s Main Menu, and Michael Lauf with the SeroTalk.com blog and Podcast, discuss access tech highlights and disappointments for 2010.View Tech Chat 83: 2010 Access technology Highlights and Letdowns Via Accessible Event … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 57 – Latest A T News for December 20, 2010

Posted on December 21, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 57, Michael Lauf, Ricky Enger and Joe Steinkamp discuss: Listen to Second Annual SAMNet Member Holiday Concert Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays U.S. Congress Passes S.841, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act … Continue reading →

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Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays

Posted on December 13, 2010 by mlauf

Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays. Tell us your favorite 2010 SeroTalk podcast or tech chat moment. Let us know when we made a fool of ourselves, made a mess of things, made you … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 81: Scott White and Stephen Tompkins Share 4 New Services from NFB Newsline

Posted on December 10, 2010 by mlauf

In Tehc Chat 81, Learn what’s new to NFB Newsline in 2010: additional news resources, magazines, job listings, the creation of your own customized newspaper, and more!View Tech Chat 81: New to NFB Newsline in 2010 Via Accessible Event Listen … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 56: Latest Access and Tech News as of December 6, 2010

Posted on December 7, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 56, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger discuss the following stories: Give the Gift of Accessibility Anywhere this Holiday Season With Serotek Gift Cards Serotek announces Release of DocuScan Plus Tech Chat 79 with Deanne Chapman for Dog Owners: … Continue reading →

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Lack of Sight doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

Posted on December 5, 2010 by mlauf

Text of Mike Calvo Midatlantic ACB keynote speech, November 6, 2010. Blog Post by Mike Calvo: Lack of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 80 – This Month in Access Technology: November 2010

Posted on December 3, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf speaks with Brad Hodges with the American Foundation for the Blind and Michael Barber with the Iowa Department for the Blind about the latest happenings in access tech as of December 2ND 2010.View Tech Chat 80: This Month in … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 80 – This Month in Access Technology: November 2010

Posted on December 1, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf speaks with Brad Hodges and Michael Barber about the latest happenings in access tech as of December 1ST 2010.View Tech Chat 80: This Month in Access Tech for November 2010, December 2ND at 9PM Eastern Via Accessible Event … Continue reading →

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Give the Gift of Accessibility Anywhere this Holiday Season With Serotek Gift Cards

Posted on November 29, 2010 by mlauf

Serotek Corporation is excited to announce the availability of gift cards! Now you can buy your friends, family and even yourself a card to be used in purchasing all available Serotek products and services. And this Cyber Monday only, through … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech chat 78 – Holiday Shopping and online Resources

Posted on November 17, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 78, holiday shopping and online resources. Topics included economical gifts, coupon codes, favorite web sites, returns and exchanges, damanged and defective merchandise, using a credit card to protect yourself, and much more.View SeroTalk Tech Chat 78, Holiday … Continue reading →

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Lack of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

Posted on November 12, 2010 by mlauf

On November 6, Mike Calvo gave a very moving presentation as the keynote speaker for the ACB Mid-Atlantic convention. Listen to Lack Of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack Of Vision – ACB Mid Atlantic Keynote by Mike Calvo – November 6, … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 77 – Resources, Services, and Training for Blind and Low Vision Veterans

Posted on November 11, 2010 by mlauf

SeroTalk Tech Chat 77 covered Resources, Services, Technologies and Training for blind and Low Vision Veterans, focusing on services from San antonio Texas and Baltimore Maryland.View Tech Chat 77 – Resources for blind and Low Vision Veterans Via Accessible Event Listen to Tech … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 54 – Speeding Up Screen Readers with Antivirus Software and system Access on a U3 Drive

Posted on November 9, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf and Ricky enger cover the latest assistive technology news: 5 Top Access Technology Podcasts Tech Chat 76: Peter bossley and Richard Wells share tips for optimal computer security and performance November 4 Tech Chat 75: Jim Fruchterman, Curtis … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 75 – This Month in Access Technology: October 2010

Posted on October 28, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech chat 75, Jim Fruchterman, Curtis Chong, Mike Calvo, Joe Steinkamp and Michael Lauf discuss the latest access technology and issues to come to light during October 2010.View SeroTalk Tech Chat 75 – This Month in Access Technology for … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 53 – Tech News, bluetooth Keyboards, iDocks and iCases

Posted on October 26, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 53, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Joe Steinkamp discuss: Divorce of GW Micro and HIMS Review of Ubuntu 10.10 HumanWare Offers Free $49 Softpak with New Victor Reader Stream Purchase Through december 31, 2010 Specifics of 21st Century … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 74 – Latest and Greatest Accessible iPhone Apps

Posted on October 22, 2010 by mlauf

Tech Chat 74 for October 21 covered the latest and greatest iPhone apps released in the last 6 months. We covered color detection, gps, radio and music apps, games, phone services and many user questions and recommendations.View Tech Chat 74 – … Continue reading →

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Tech chat 73 – Video Magnifiers part II

Posted on October 14, 2010 by mlauf

Learn about video magnifiers from MagniSight and Optelec, tips for choosing the best unit for you, and other important things to consider. View Tech Chat 73 – Video magnifiers Part II Via Accessible Event Listen to Tech Chat 73 – … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 52 – Tech News for October 11, 2010 and blind Parents Raising Twins

Posted on October 12, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 52, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger cover the following stories: Ricky Enger posts an accessibility review of the Amazon Kindle 3 Blio Disappoints on Many Levels, at Least for Now Obama signs technology access bill for disabled Text … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 72 – Blind Parents Share Their Experiences

Posted on October 8, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf, Ricky Enger, Mike Calvo and Deborah Kendrick, Tech Chat 72 offered tips from blind parents on everything from online resources, educating, advocating, overcoming discrimination, and prejudice.Tech Chat 72 – Blind Parents Share Their Experiences Via Accessible … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 71 – This Month in Access Technology, September 2010

Posted on October 1, 2010 by mlauf

We covered all the big access tech stories from September, including the latest web browsers, screen reader updates for Windows and mobile devices, two new accessible audio recorders, Sendero GPS Look Around, DirectionsForMe.org product database, and new book reading options … Continue reading →

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An Accessibility Review of The Amazon Kindle 3

Posted on September 28, 2010 by renger

An Accessibility Review of the Amazon Kindle 3 By Ricky Enger With contributions from Serotalk Staff The Serotalk team was quite excited to read that Amazon would be releasing the third generation of its popular Kindle EReader, and this time … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 51 – Keurig Coffee maker, $99 Audio Recorder and $4.99 iPhone GPS App

Posted on September 28, 2010 by mlauf

In SeroTalk Podcast 51, the Fab Four discuss: The Long Awaited Blio Reader to be Released on September 28 DirectionsForMe.org New Database offering food, nutrition, health and beauty product Info New $5 Sendero GPS Look Around App for the iPhone … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 69 – Handheld and Portable Video Magnifiers

Posted on September 18, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Joe Steinkamp, Tech Chat 69 covered handheld and portable video magnifiers. Topics included:Size and Weight, how big of a screen do you need or want, what you should be looking for in a portable Video Magnifier, … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 69 – Handheld and Portable Video Magnifiers

Posted on September 14, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Joe Steinkamp, Tech Chat 69 will cover handheld and portable video magnifiers. Topics include:Size and Weight, how big of a screen do you need or want, what you should be looking for in a portable … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 50 – $39 Fully Accessible Cell Phone, oMoby Photo Identification for the iPhone, and Accessible Online Uno

Posted on September 14, 2010 by mlauf

In SeroTalk Podcast 50, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Joe Steinkamp discussed the following stories:Class Action by Disabled Employees Against the Social Security Administration Goes Forward O’Reilly Ebook Bundles Include 800 Accessible DAISY titles Half of Amazon Kindle Best Sellers … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 68 – Accessibility and Usability of Android Phones

Posted on September 10, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Joe Steinkamp, Tech Chat 68 will cover the three different technologies used to get speech on phones running google’s android operating system: what to do when you first get the phone, which apps are usable, … Continue reading →

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Serotek Host’s AFB Experts for Mobile Phone Accessibility Webinar

Posted on September 2, 2010 by mlauf

Through sept. 30, 2010, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is inviting the public to weigh in on the current experience in finding and using mobile phones that are accessible to and usable by people with disabilities. To promote a broad … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 49 – New Apple Products, Amazon Kindle 3 and Talking Android Phone

Posted on September 2, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 49, Ricky enger, Joe Steinkamp and mike Calvo join Michael Lauf to discuss Apple’s newest iPods, apple TV, iTunes 10.0 and latest iOS for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Mike Calvo demonstrates Amazon’s Kindle 3 Book Reader, and … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 48, Two Bluetooth Keyboards, Apple Magic Trackpad and More

Posted on August 17, 2010 by mlauf

IN Podcast 48, Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger discuss the following: Asus 10.1 Netbooks can now be had for $199.Add a System Access Atom License for $149, and you can have a netbook with screen reader for under $350The latest beta … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 47 – Latest A T and Tech News with Michael, Ricky and Ranger Joe

Posted on August 3, 2010 by mlauf

Audible_com launches new iPhone app LightSquared broadband, Verizon and AT&T not fans Up to 4.6 Million Android users hit by malicious data theft Bad Connection: Inside the iPhone Network Meltdown KNFB Reader 6.4.1 Adds Support for Two New Nokias MobileSpeak … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 66 – Is the iPhone 4 Worth the Upgrade?

Posted on July 30, 2010 by mlauf

Learn about what’s new in iPhone 4, iOS 4 software update, and what Serotek will soon be bringing to the iPhone and iPod Touch.View Tech Chat 66 – Is the iPhone 4 worth the Upgrade Via Accessible Event Listen to … Continue reading →

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What is the Future of Screen Readers anyway?

Posted on July 28, 2010 by mlauf

July 10, 2010, the American Council of the Blind held a Future of Screen Readers panel as part of the Information Access Committee seminar at the ACB annual convention. Serotek was one of the companies invited to attend remotely via … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 66 – iPhone 4 Is It Worth the Upgrade?

Posted on July 28, 2010 by mlauf

Learn about what’s new in the iPhone 4, iOS 4 software update, and what Serotek will soon be bringing to the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad; Thursday evening at 9PM Eastern, 8PM Central, 7PM Mountain or 6PM Pacific U.S. Tech … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 46, ACB 2010 Convention Highlights

Posted on July 19, 2010 by mlauf

SeroTalk Podcast 46 covers some of our favorite interviews: Reaper Multi-Track Recorder and Editor for Windows and the Mac – www.reaper.fm ReaAccess Plugin for Full Reaper Accessibility with Windows Screen Readers – www.reaaccess.com Former ACB President Chris Gray talks about … Continue reading →

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20 Interviews from ACB 2010 Convention in Phoenix Arizona

Posted on July 14, 2010 by mlauf

Below are 20 interviews recorded from exhibitors at this year’s ACB convention held in Phoenix: ABISee Standalone Reading System New Products Sold by APH, and FredsHead on Twitter Audio Dart Master from Access Education Products from Bay Area Digital, and … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 45 for July 5, 2010

Posted on July 6, 2010 by mlauf

Podcast 45: what’s new at this year’s NFB Convention in Dallas Texas. Download SeroTalk Podcast 45 for July 5, 2010 Michael Lauf and Ricky enger cover the folowing stories: SeroTalk welcomes Joe Steinkamp to the Serotek team Hulu Plus to Deliver … Continue reading →

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Victor Reader Stream and SAMNet Content from Serotek

Posted on July 2, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 65, Michael Lauf of Serotek speaks with Gerry Chevalier from HumanWare. Participants learned about the wealth of content available through Serotek’s System Access Mobile Network (SAMNet) and how you can easily transfer that content directly to your … Continue reading →

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Joe Steinkamp Joins Serotek Team

Posted on July 2, 2010 by mlauf

Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of internet and digital information accessibility software and services, is excited to announce the addition of Joe Steinkamp to its enterprise sales and support team. Steinkamp joins Serotek after having worked at the ATU, (Assistive … Continue reading →

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Victor Reader Stream and SAMNet Content from Serotek

Posted on June 29, 2010 by mlauf

Join an Accessible Event online webinar sponsored by Serotek this Thursday July 1. The event will be hosted by Michael Lauf of Serotek and Gerry Chevalier from HumanWare. Participants will learn about the wealth of content available through Serotek’s System … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 44 – iOS4 Enhancements, Tech News, and the Latest on Mobile Devices

Posted on June 24, 2010 by mlauf

Podcast 44 begins with Michael and Ricky’s look at the latest tech news. Microsoft TechNet Standard Ten Licenses for Windows 7, Office 2010 and older operating systems for $199 Awesome Nkorho South African Waterhole wildlife webcam Consumer Electronics Association Gary … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 64 – What’s New in Microsoft Office 2010

Posted on June 24, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 64, we discussed what’s new in Microsoft’s latest version of Office 2010. View Tech Chat 64 – What’s New in Microsoft Office 2010 Via Accessible Event Listen to MP3 of Tech chat 64 – what’s New in … Continue reading →

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