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In Tech Chat 49, we discussed some of the highlights of ATIA 2010. We also discussed the forthcoming Blio Reader, forthcoming iPad, device overload and more.   View Tech Chat 49 – ATIA 2010 Highlights and More Via Accessible Event … Continue reading →

In Podcast 34, we begin by hearing the first public demo of the Blio Reader for the PC and iPhone to Offer One Million Text and Audio Books. Michael lauf and Ricky enger discuss highlights from ATIA 2010, including Serotek’s … Continue reading →

SeroTalk was able to get 28 interviews on January 27 and 28 at ATIA 2010 held in Orlando Florida Adaptive Switch labs American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Programs and Services Fitness Products from A P H Assist Touch System … Continue reading →

27 Minute Detailed Review with Audio from the BookPort Plus GW Micro Announces Support for SAMNet Content in Next BookSense Release new MobileSpeak 4.0 for Windows Mobile and Symbian Phones   http://serotalk.com/podcasts/atia/BookPortPlus.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: … Continue reading →

Serotek Corporation cordially invites you to drop by booth 520 at the 2010 ATIA conference at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, January 28 – 30.  Come and see hands-on demonstrations of all the latest Serotek technology, including a new surprise … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 33, Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger discussed our dissatisfaction with Navigon Mobile Navigator GPS and their decision to remove voice navigation from pedestrian mode. We encourage everyone to contact Navigon to tell them you want voice navigation … Continue reading →

Tech chat 47 explained serotek’s new Build A Bundle service, giving everyone access to computers starting at Just $9.95 per month. We explained monthly pricing options for System Access, SAMNet, Remote Access, purchasing options, and our new capability to download … Continue reading →

Listen to the story of Serotek, where we came from, where we’ve been, and where we are going. With initial recording and editing by Michael Lauf, and post-production by Mike Calvo, this one hour presentation is a must-have for your … Continue reading →

In Podcast 30, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger discussed 5 gree games on Twitter, Free AllInPlay through December 31, affordable OCR for some symbian phones, dictation for the iPhone, and more.  Michael Lauf spoke with Keith Bundy pastor, motivational speaker, … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 45, we reviewed some 2009 Tech Chat highlights, offered links to some things we have learned since our original presentations, and gave participants the chance to put in their two cents. We shared some resources for Windows 7, finding books, music, … Continue reading →

Join us tonight at 9PM Eastern, 8PM Central, or 6PM Pacific as we review some 2009 Tech Chat highlights, offer links to some things we have learned since our original presentations, and give you the chance to ask questions about … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 29, Ricky enger and Michael Lauf discussed amazon’s Kindle to Offer Talking Menus and Larger Fonts in 2010. But will we know if TTs is disabled for a particular book before we buy it, or if purchasing … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 28, Mike Calvo joins Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger to discuss mobility choices, portable MP3 players and hands-free computing. Plus Ricky enger shows us how to remote control computers regardless of what screen reading technology they are … Continue reading →

Tech Chat 42 covered Self-employment and working From Home.We covered choosing a business, writing a business plan, creating a workspace, avoiding distractions, shopping the competition, startup costs, computer software, office supplies, mentoring, business loans, legitimate government grants, billing, record keeping, … Continue reading →

Join us at 9PM Eastern for Tech Chat 42 – Self-employment and working From Home. We’ll cover choosing a business, writing a business plan, creating a workspace, avoiding distractions, shopping the competition, startup costs, computer software, office supplies, mentoring, business … Continue reading →

While some companies would like you to believe you need to spend thousands of dollars to use the internet and scan and read documents, Tech Chat 41 showed you how to put together a system with more power, more features, more … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 27, Ricky Enger and Michael Lauf talked about Google’s release of the Android 2.0 Operating System for Cell Phones. We discussed a review of the Notorola Droid. Most exciting, is the inclusion of the free open source  TalkBack … Continue reading →

This SeroTalk Tech Chat 40, held live on November 5 at 9PM Eastern, covered Tips for first-time and seasoned online shoppers. Topics included: great websites mentioned by SAMNet users, online safety, coupon codes, tracking packages, using Paypal, resolvingdisputes and shipping … Continue reading →

Tech Chat 39 covered Twitter software for Windows, Macintosh, iPhone and Windows Mobile devices. We also provided links to software and a few entities to follow to get you started. Find these links on The SeroTalk Twitter Show Notes page. … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 26, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger announce that users of System Access can purchase Eloquence speech for only $25, for use on their U3 Smart Drives as well as when logging on to www.SaToGo.com Michael Lauf demonstrates … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 38, we discussed Microsoft’s  newly-released Windows 7. SeroTalk gave away two copies of Windows 7 Ultimate, a $300 value. We congratulate Israel Cazares and Matt Simpson. View Tech Chat 38 – Upgrading to Windows 7, Via Accessible Event. … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 37, we shared our favorite apps for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Our panel of guests included Holly anderson, maintainer of the Accessible iPhone and iPod touch Apps List Maintained at www.Maccessibility.net Darcy Burnard, Jessie Hernandez and … Continue reading →

Tech Chat 36 discussed 20 assistive technology announcements. Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat 36 – iBlink Radio for the iPhone, Plus 20 Tech Stories Accessible Event Tech Chat 36 – Demoing Our New iBlink Radio App for the iPhone, Plus 20 … Continue reading →

In an effort to educate and inform all interested blind and partially sighted persons throughout the world, Serotek is pleased to be relocating our weekly tech chats to our new technology, known as Accessible Event.Our weekly educational and informational events … Continue reading →

In an effort to educate and inform all interested blind and partially sighted persons throughout the world, Serotek is pleased to be relocating our weekly tech chats to our new technology, known as Accessible Event.Our weekly educational and informational events … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Podcast 24, we announced the addition of Eloquence speech to System Access and SAMNet for only $25. Scott Rutkowski reviewed the Blue Ant V1 BlueTooth Voice-Controled Headset From BlueAnt.com Buddy Brannan reviewed the PenFriend Audio Labeler from the … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 34, we discussed ways that blind and visually impaired persons establish and pursue relationships. We covered websites, telephone services, meeting through common interests and more. Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat 34 – Creating and Pursuing Relationships and … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 33, Serotek’s Mike Calvo, Buddy Brannan and Michael Lauf discuss some great websites for buying food online. See our comprehensive list of over 50 sites listed below. Mike Calvo shares some cooking tips for rice and noodles … Continue reading →

In Podcast 23, Mike Calvo tells us of his hands on exsperiences with Apple’s new and accessible Nano 5G, iPod Touch and iPhone software update 3.1. Ricky enger shows us how to edit voice notes, identify colors, and how to … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 31, Richard Wells joined us to share his findings on some nice enhancements, and a few downsides to the forthcoming Windows7 to be released on October 22Nd. Listen to Tech Chat 31 – Windows7 – the Good, … Continue reading →