Talking Technology with V I Labs

On this episode of Talking Technology, we dive into the new sky go and RTÉ Listen apps. Are they any good for users who rely on VoiceOver?

As David’s dreams of becoming rich evaporate, host of Vision Ireland’s Advocacy Talks podcast Madeleine McNamara gives a reaction to the budget, and is competition always good? The team discuss mobile services and electricity bills in tech News. 

We have rumours of smart home tech from Apple, as well as reaction to news from Envision. 

All that and more on this episode of Talking Technology.

0:00 intro
3:35 Voice notes
12:55 RTÉ Listen demo
26:44 Sky go demo
35:18 Talking Technology news
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On this episode of Talking Technology, we chat with David Nason from the AppleVis editorial team. Dave tells us about some of the new features in iOS 27 and gives his views on if people should upgrade.

Our very own David Redmond (yes there are two Davids in this episode) gives us a demo of the new image description features and Joe is very impressed by the new powers that the Action Button now has.

We discussed changes to Sky Go in tech news, and is Judi Dench gone for good?

Join the conversation with a WhatsApp voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011.

0:00 - intro
3:16 - Joe and David discuss new features in iOS 27
20:02 - David Nason on iOS 27
48:36 - Talking Technology News
1:09:23 - Outro
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On this episode of Talking Technology, we explore all of the announcements from Apple‘s Surprise and Shine event. 

Mairead and Peter join David to discuss the new iPhone 18 Pro, 18 pro Nax, the Apple Watch series 12 and Ultra four, the new fifth generation of AirPods, and the exciting new iPhone duo. 

Who is upgrading this year, and are folding phones any good for blind people?

Join the conversation with a voice note now. The number you need is +353 86 199 0011. 

0:00 - Intro 
2:33 - contact details
3:22 - The big discussion on all things Apple
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On this episode of Talking Technology, we catch up with Sean Gallagher to learn what it’s like to run for president when you’re visually impaired.

We discuss the technology he uses, the impact of modern surgery, as well as what it was like representing the then NCBI on the televised boxing competition Celebrity Lords of the Ring.

We have a voice note from Cian on his frustration seeing companies restrict Meta glasses, and with Daniel taking a well-deserved break, David and Joe discuss new iPhones as well as an updated RTÉ Listen app in Tech News.

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0:00 intro 
2:08 WhatsApp Voice Notes
17:51 discussion with Sean Gallagher
53:08 Talking Technology News
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On this episode of Talking Technology, we are joined by Irish rail to discuss a new assistance booking app that is on the way later this year. Ahead of its launch Ronan discusses how Irish rail assistance actually works and what is going to change.

David and Daniel discuss The latest on the Vision Ireland Meta glasses partnership, and we explore how taxi app Bolt is using E scooters to improve accessibility.

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0:00 - intro 
2:01 - Contact Details
3:16 - catching up on Meta Glasses
19:02 - The new assistance booking app from Irish Rail
32:51 - Talking Technology News
52:59 - outro
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