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#iACast 94 – Computer Affordability

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On this episode of the iACast, Aleeha, Michael, and Jason discuss whether or not Macs and PC’s are on an equal playing field when it comes to affordability for blind and low vision users. In the news this week:

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Finally, here are our picks for the week.

#iACast 93 – 2018 iPhone Predictions

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On this episode of the #iACast, Jason, Aleeha, Scott, and Michael discuss predictions for what the next Apple iPhones will bring in 2018.

In the News, there are rumors of an update to the Mac Mini coming this fall.

This week’s add features PocketBraille for iOS and Android.

Our main topic this week was our predictions for what could be coming in the iPhone lineup for 2018. We discussed possible dates for the Apple unveiling event. We also talked about what we could see for other hardware and software upgrades this year.

For our picks this week,

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#iACast 92 Mobile Automation

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On this episode of the #iACast, Aleeha, Michael, Matt and Jason discuss mobile automation.

News of the Week

Ad of the Week

Michael talks to all of you all about the iAccessibility Mastodon Server.

Mobile Automation

The iAccessibility team talks to you all about Android’s Tasker app and iOS’s Workflow (soon to be Shortcuts) app. They share what automated tasks that they would like to have using Apple’s new Shortcuts app which will be coming out in iOS 12.

Picks of the week

  • Aleeha picks a very fun game called Word Rescue!
  • Matt stays on the gaming theme and shares the site Audiogames.net.
  • Jason tries to keep up to date on all the things happening around him and picks the Apple News app.
  • Michael has been going geek again on us and is now playing with a new social platform called Mastodon. In fact, he encourages listeners to join the iAccessibility Mastodon instance.

Getting in Touch

If You’d like to get in touch with us, you can do so by sending an email to feedback@iaccessibility.net. You can also follow us on Facebook, and Twitter. You can also check out our YouTube page.

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#iACast 91 – Convergence Of Technology

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On this episode of the iACast, Michael, Aleeha and Jason discuss the convergence of technology ideas and concepts between manufacturers and across operating systems. We also address pros and cons of a technological convergence, and how it might affect accessibility.

News

Google has released Android Pie.

Some 2018 MacBook Pro owners are experiencing an issue causing the speakers to emit crackling noises.

Samsung released the Galaxy Note 9.

Movies Anywhere is now available in the Windows movies and TV app.

Baum has been rebranded to VisioBraille.

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Picks

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#iACast 90 – Managing Your Finances With Technology

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On this episode of the iACast, Michael, Aleeha and Scott discuss apps you can use to manage your finances. These include:

  • Chase: The app allows a Chase Bank customer to manage their accounts from a mobile phone. Apps are available for iOS and Android.
  • Wells Fargo Mobile app: You can manage your accounts, check your balance and more if you are a Wells Fargo customer. You can install the app for both iOS and Android.
  • Mint: This is a money manager and financial tracking app. It is available for iOS and Android.
  • PayPal: This app allows you to send and receive money, make purchases, and keep track of your spending. It is available for both iOS and Android..
  • Zelle: This app allows you to send and receive money from bank account to another. Zelle is also integrated into apps for a lot of US banks. It is available for both iOS and Android.
  • Apple Pay Cash: This is a feature of the Wallet app that is part of iOS. It is a virtual card that you can add money to or withdrawal money from. You can also send money to or request money from other Apple Pay Cash users. You can learn more about Apple Pay Cash from Apple’s support site.
  • Venmo: This app allows you to send and receive money. You can also use it to make purchases from online stores. It is available for both iOS and Android.
  • Square Cash: This app also allows you to send and receive money. You can also have a debit card mailed to you that you can then use to make purchases. It is available for both iOS and Android.
  • Credit Karma: This app allows you to keep on top of your credit scores as well as file your taxes with Credit Karma Tax. It is available for both iOS and Android.
  • Google Pay: This app allows you to send money to friends as well as make purchases securely online. It is available for both iOS and Android.
  • Apple Pay: With Apple Pay, you can send and receive money using Apple Pay Cash, and make purchases in stores, apps, and websites that support it. Apple Pay is part of iOS. You can learn more bi visiting the Apple Pay website.
  • Samsung Pay: With Samsung Pay, you can pay for things from within apps and stores. You can also add gift and membership cards so they’re there when you need them. You can download the app for Android if you have a qualifying Samsung device.
  • Acorns: This is an investment app that allows you to easily grow your stocks and bonds. The app is available for both iOS and Android.
  • IRS2Go: This app assists you with filing your taxes and more. You can check the status of a refund, and even make a payment right from your phone. The app is available for both iOS and Android.

Also discussed is Apple becoming the first company in the U.S to be valued at one-trillion dollars.

Our ad for this week is our Online Training program.

This week’s picks include:

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#iACast 89 – Privacy In Technology

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On this episode of the iACast, Michael, Aleeha, Jason, Scott, Allison, and Meaghan discuss privacy concerns related to the use of technology. We also discuss computer hygiene and other tips to help us all stay safe in today’s digital world.

In the news this week,

Our add this week features iAccessibility’s Web hosting/development services. For more information on these offerings, please email iaccessibility@iaccessibbility.net

For our picks this week,

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#iACast 88 – Beta Comparisons

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On this episode of the #iACast, Michael, Jason and Scott discuss the differences between the Apple, Microsoft, and Android beta programs.

We also discuss an overheating issue that affected some 2018 MacBook Pros. While Apple has released a software update that is said to fix the overheating problem, the update was not yet available at the time of recording.

We talk about Apple’s release of the Shortcuts app as a TestFlight beta for developers, Aira shipping Horizon kits, the new photo description features found in the latest update to Seeing AI, and the release of the fourth developer beta of iOS 12.

 

Our ad for this week is the announcement of iAccessibility becoming an LLC.

Michael’s weekly pick is the

Nintendo Switch, Jason’s pick is an app called My Contacts Backup. This app lets you export your contacts as a vCard that you can then import back into a contact manager or a service such as iCloud. Scott’s pick is a food delivery app called MyTown2Go.

 

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#IACast 87 – #NFB18 Wrap-up

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On this episode of the #IACast, Michael, Aleeha, Chelsea, Scott, and Meaghan discuss a lot  of what the 2018 National Federation of the Blind convention had to offer. There was a lot that was discussed in this episode, so grab your favorite snack and settle in for a listen.

In the news since we last spoke, there has been a lot going on. First up for discussion are the new MacBook Pros from Apple. There are a couple of convention related news items, including a ton of news from Aira, as well as KNFB Reader and NFB Newsline partnering to bring reading features to the Newsline app. Last, but certainly not least, we discuss the arrival of the Surface Go from Microsoft. In the middle of the show, we took a break to remind everyone of our training services, which are available for $18 per month. We also announced the availability of our help desk, information for which is being finalized. After the main discussion of the show, we discussed our picks for the week. Michael’s pick is the SurfaceBook 2, a powerful laptop and tablet combo from Microsoft. For Anna, it’s a new, inexpensive Braille display, being carried by National Braille Press, called the BrailleMe. Aleeha is back with another game pick, this one available for most common platforms, called Echos From Levia: Soulbound. Scott picks the Horizon glasses from Aira, which are rolling out to customers as we speak. Finally, Chelsea picks one of iAccessibility’s newest apps, Current City. Don’t forget to email us with feedback or suggestions at feedback@iaccessibility.net, and please consider supporting us at patreon.com/iacast.

#iACast Special Interview With Patriot ViewPoint Creator John Palmer

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On this iA Cast special interview, Michael talks with John Palmer, the creator of the Patriot ViewPoint low vision glasses, which allow a person with low vision to see more than they have ever seen before depending on the person’s visual disability.

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#iACast Outtake Show July 2018

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This episode of the iA Cast is not an actual episode, but our first outtake show. Some podcasts do an outtake show every year, but we have so many outtakes that we had to divide it up twice a year.

Want to hear all of our outtakes whenever you want? head to patreon.com/iacast and become a patron, and all of what you hear will be yours whenever you want.

Please be advised that there is mature content in this episode as these are uncensored moments in the podcast recording process.

Want to leave us feedback on the episode? email us at feedback@iaccessibility.net, and let us know what you think, or use the hashtag of #iACast on Twitter or Facebook.

#iACast 86 – Benefits of Code

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This episode of the iACast is a combined episode with the iA CodeCast podcast where we discuss everything related to code. On this episode Michael, Aleeha, and Jason discuss how coding can be rewarding and an amazing career opportunity instead of it being a chore.

News

We start the show by talking about the new decision by the supreme court that forces Internet companies who sell products in the United States to charge sales tax.

Article discussion from NPR 

Pics

Each week our hosts pick something in technology they have used during the week.

We hope that you enjoyed this episode of the iA Cast and the iA CodeCast. Please let us know what you think by emailing feedback@iaccessibility.net or by using our hashtag of #iACast. You can also follow us on twitter at @iaccessibility1

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