Of Brots, bells, and braille

In this episode Chris, Kim and Lisa talk about some things from Speak to me catalog.  The first is a hot dog steamer that barks when the hot dogs are done.  The second is a coffee cup that makes bird sounds.  Both can be found in the Kitchen category at speaktomecatalog.com. They next talk about … Read more

Tactile overlays for your home appliances

Chris Kim and Lisa speak with Anne DeWitte of Tangible Surface Research.  She tells us about her tactile icons and overlays for your home appliances. We also had a discussion about other ways to utilize her products.  Click here to browse her Etsy shop.  

Demonstrating the All New Echo Dot Fire stick and a heater

This podcast episode is sponsored by Audible.com click here for a free trial. Also by BlindAlive. In this episode Chris and Kim demonstrate the new [amazon text=Echo Dot&asin=B015TJD0Y4] and [amazon text=Fire stick.&asin=B00ZV9RDKK] Then Kim shows us how to operate her [amazon text=ceramic heater by Lasko.&asin=B015DFUU7Y]

Demonstrating the Solar powered Atomic Talking Watch

In this episode, Chris discusses his atomic talking solar watch and demonstrates setting an alarm.  Kim hints at some upcoming projects and announces our upcoming Tek Talk appearance on October 17,  2016. There is a brief discussion of the [amazon text=All new Amazon Echo Dot,&asin=B015TJD0Y4] which is coming out in the U.S. on October 20. … Read more

Demonstrating the Roybens Musical Doorbell Chime and Echo Household Profile Thoughts

This podcast episode is sponsored by Blind Alive.   In this episode  Chris and Kim share the new ear phones they are using to record podcasts.  They are the [amazon text=Sades SA903S 7.1 Surround Sound USB PC Stereo Gaming Headset with Microphone LED Light (Blackblue).&asin=B01FS5TY2G] Next they demonstrate the [amazon text=Roybens Wireless Doorbell Door Chime … Read more

Exploring some Executive Products cases and some quick Windows tips

This podcast episode is sponsored by Blind Alive. In this episode Chris and Kim discuss some cases they have from Executive Products Inc.  The cases are for The Book Sense, Victor Reader Stream New Generation, BrailleNote touch, Braille Sense Onhand and finally the Trekker Breeze. Chris and Kim share some quick tips for navigating Windows, … Read more