Allison interviews Jan Simik from BlindShell about their new smart phone designed for people with visual impairment. The phone’s user interface is controlled by simple touch gestures, with access to a full suite of commonly used functions. BlindShell seamlessly integrates a unique, easy-to-use keyboard for writing numbers and text. The setting is the International Technology […]
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CSUN 2016: University of Washington DO-IT
Allison interviews Cynthia Bennett from the University of Washington about their Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking and Technology (DO-IT) program. DO-IT promotes inclusion and success for people with disabilities and is aimed at both educators and students. The program manages several grants, many from the NSF, that support students with disabilities pursuing STEM careers and it publishes […]
Continue readingNC #568 2.4GHz Network Restored, Dijifi Photo Scanning Service Review, Paprika Recipe Manager, Plex, DO-IT
I’ve got an update on my 2.4GHz network and how it’s living in peace with my USB 3 hub, a review from Dorothy of a slide scanning service she recommends called Dijifi, a review from me of Paprika Recipe Manager, and Steven Goetz joins us to talk about how he uses Plex to entertain himself […]
Continue readingCES 2016: Owlet Smart Sock Wearable Baby Monitor
Allison interviews Chris Stroud from Owlet about their new Smart Sock for babies. Smart Sock fits snugly on your baby’s foot and monitors their heart rate and oxygen levels while they sleep. Using the Owlet iOS app, Smart Sock will alert you if your baby stops breathing. The setting is the CES ShowStoppers show floor […]
Continue readingCES 2016: Black+Decker Smartech Tools
Allison interviews Sarah Windham from Black+Decker about their new Smartech power tools. Smartech provides a Bluetooth connection from the power tool’s battery to a mobile app which shows battery charge, location and health and allows the user to lock on and off the battery for safety. Black+Decker Smartech batteries and the accompanying app will be […]
Continue readingCES 2016: IOGEAR USB-C Adapters
Allison interviews Raymond Troung from IOGEAR about their new USB type C adapters and hubs. IOGEAR has just about every adapter you would need to connect your USB-C devices with other peripherals. Among other devices, Raymond showed Allison their new USB-C docking station which will be available in Feb 2016 for $249. The setting is […]
Continue readingCES 2016: FLIR One Personal Thermal Imager
Allison interviews Travis Merrill from FLIR about their latest thermal imaging devices for consumers. Travis showed FLIR’s second generation personal thermal imager called the FLIR One. The FLIR One plugs into the lightning port of your iOS device and provides a heat-based image of the scene on your mobile device’s display. Travis also showed the […]
Continue readingCES 2016: Ring Video Doorbell
Allison interviews Yassi Shahmiri about the Ring Video Doorbell. The Ring doorbell contains built-in motion sensors that trigger an instant mobile alert and activate a wide-angle HD camera for viewing your home’s entrance. Ring also contains a microphone and speakers that allow you to hear the visitor and to speak with them if you desire. […]
Continue readingCES 2016: Wisewear Luxury Smart Jewelry
Allison interviews Founder and CEO of WiseWear, Jerry Wilmink, about their Socialite collection of luxury smart jewelry designed for women’s safety. Wisewear has fused fashion and technology to allow the wearer to mix and match jewelry that pairs with your smartphone. The Socialite collection includes various bracelets that provide alerts, track your activity, and allow […]
Continue readingCES 2016: CleverPet Smart Pet Feeder
Allison interviews Philip Meier about the CleverPet Smart Pet Feeder. With smart software built by PhDs in computational neuroscience, CleverPet is designed to fulfill your dog’s cognitive needs. It’s optimized for dog engagement, with its lights, sounds, and colors. The setting is the CES ShowStoppers show floor in the Wynn Hotel. Learn more at http://getcleverpet.com […]
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