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Final Seven ATIA 2011 Interviews

Posted on February 4, 2011 by mlauf

Here you go folks, the final seven interviews from ATIA 2011. Scroll down the page to see all 25 interviews. Cheryl from Jacksonville Florida Tells About Her Guide Horse Best Buddies: email Pen Pals and social Networking for Persons with … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 88: This Month in Access Technology for January 2011

Posted on February 4, 2011 by mlauf

Rodney and Erin Edgar from Tech Access Weekly join us to discuss the most meaningful access tech news stories for January 2011.View Tech Chat 88: This Month in Access Technology for January 2011 Via Accessible Event Listen to MP3 of … Continue reading →

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Four More Interviews from ATIA 2011

Posted on February 2, 2011 by mlauf

Today in day 3 of 5, we give you four great interviews recorded at ATIA in Orlando Florida with HandyTech North America: Cash Manager, Braille Displays and iRead Now OCR Solution Braille Displays and Cobra Screen Reader from Baum New … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 88: This Month in Access Technology, January 2011

Posted on February 1, 2011 by mlauf

Rodney and Erin Edgar from the Tech Access Weekly Podcast join us to discuss the most meaningful access tech news stories for January 2011.View Tech Chat 88: This Month in Access Technology for January 2011, Feb. 3 at 9PM Eastern Via … Continue reading →

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ATIA 2011 Multi-Product Vendors

Posted on February 1, 2011 by mlauf

In our second of five posts, today we spotlight four vendors who sell multiple product lines for blind and low vision persons. New Products sold by LS&S Group Latest Offerings from the american Printing House (APH) Games, NLS Cartridges and … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 60: ATIA 2011 Highlights

Posted on January 31, 2011 by mlauf

In Podcast 60, we play 9 interviews we believe to be of interest to the largest number of people. Check back each day this week for additional interviews. You can download them individually below, or Download SeroTalk Podcast 60: ATIA … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 87: 2011 ATIA Highlights

Posted on January 29, 2011 by mlauf

Brad Hodges with American Foundation for the Blind Larry Lewis with Flying Blind, LLC Dean Martineau with Top Dot Enterprises: Home for the Invaluable Weekly Top Tech Tidbits Joe Steinkamp and Michael Lauf discuss 2011 ATIA highlights Some of the … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 87: 2011 ATIA Highlights

Posted on January 24, 2011 by mlauf

Brad Hodges, Larry Lewis, Dean Martineau and Michael Lauf discuss highlights of the 2011 ATIA expo, held in Orlando Florida, January 26-29, 2011. Note: this tech chat will take place at a special time, Saturday January 29 at 3PM Eastern, … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of Cooking for the Blind

Posted on January 20, 2011 by mlauf

Michael Lauf and fellow-SAMNet members discuss tips for cooking safely, recipes, kitchen appliances and techniques.Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of cooking for the Blind Show Notes for SeroTalk Tech Chat 86: Better Ways of cooking for the … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 59: Is Fluffy Ok?

Posted on January 19, 2011 by mlauf

In podcast 59, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Joe Steinkamp cover the following stories: iPhone officially launched on Verizon Wireless, For sale Feb. 3 for Verizon customers, Feb. 10 for everyone else $199 for 16GB and $299 32GBWIFI HotSpot for … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 85: Exercise for Better Health and Quality of Life

Posted on January 14, 2011 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 85, Joshua Loya and Hope Paulos discussed exercise, nutrition, using a trainer and exercise equipment!View SeroTalk Tech Chat 85: Exercise for Better Health and Quality of Life! Via Accessible Event Listen to MP3 of SeroTalk Tech Chat … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 84: Latest Greatest iPhone Apps as of Early January 2011

Posted on January 7, 2011 by mlauf

Michael Lauf, Peter bossley, Robert Carter with the Tech Doctor Podcast Randy Rusnak wit the Accessible-Devices Podcast share their favorite iPhone apps as of early January 2011. We also talk about Apple’s launch of the App Store on January 6, 2011.View … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 58: Latest Tech News as of January 3, 2011

Posted on January 5, 2011 by mlauf

IN Podcast 58, Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger discuss: iBlink Radio 2.0: More stations and reading services, Improved Favorites, and local content JJ Meddaugh and Jamie Pauls discuss 2010 Access Tech Highlights and Letdowns Nolan Darilek, Chris Millsap and Peter … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 84: Latest Greatest iPhone Apps as of Early January 2011

Posted on January 5, 2011 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf, iPhone users share their favorite apps as of early January 2011. Hear a demo of the “very latest version of Serotek’s iBlink Radio.” We also talk about Apple’s launch of the App Store on January 6, … Continue reading →

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2010 Podcast Outtakes

Posted on January 5, 2011 by mlauf

Once each year, we serve up some moments that were edited out of podcasts. In most companies, when the boss is away, the staff will play! However, at Serotek, when Mikey joins us, things get a little crazier! As always, … Continue reading →

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News Release: HoverCam Teams with DocuScan Plus at CES

Posted on January 3, 2011 by mlauf

For Immediate ReleaseMedia Contact:contact@thehovercam.com 858-812-6358Orpr@serotek.com 612.246.4818, Ext. 104HoverCam Teams with DocuScan Plus at CESAlliance Brings Together Pocket-Sized Document Cameraand World’s First Cloud-Based Scanning TechnologySAN DIEGO, Calif – January 3, 2011 –Pathway Innovations and Technologies, Inc., the designer and manufacturer of … Continue reading →

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And the Winners Are:

Posted on December 31, 2010 by mlauf

2010 was a great year for SeroTalk podcasts and Tech Chats. To celebrate our success, and as a way of saying thanks, we held a contest where we asked our listeners to send in their favorite moments of the past … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 83: 2010 Access Technology Highlights and Letdowns

Posted on December 29, 2010 by mlauf

J.J. Meddaugh with BlindBargains.com, Jamie Pauls with ACB Radio’s Main Menu, and Michael Lauf with the SeroTalk.com blog and Podcast, discuss access tech highlights and disappointments for 2010.View Tech Chat 83: 2010 Access technology Highlights and Letdowns Via Accessible Event … Continue reading →

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iBlink Radio 2.0 Now Available On The Apple App Store

Posted on December 29, 2010 by mlauf

For Immediate Release Minneapolis, Minnesota, December 28, 2010 The iBlink Radio application from the Serotek Corporation has just been updated! The world’s first application for the visually impaired for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad is now available on … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 82: Android Accessibility, One Step Forward, Two Steps Back!

Posted on December 24, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf speaks with Nolan Darilek, Chris Millsap and Peter bossley about the latest accessible and inaccessible Android apps, and how Google isn’t helping the cause with their aweful program interface! View SeroTalk Tech Chat 82: Android Accessibility, One Step … Continue reading →

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Still Looking for Holiday Gifts?

Posted on December 23, 2010 by mlauf

Are you still frantically searching for that perfect gift for a friend or family member, and you know that a sweater with a picture of Santa on the front just isn’t going to work again this year? Or maybe you … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 82: Android Accessibility, One Step Forward, Two Steps Back!

Posted on December 23, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Joe Steinkamp, Tech Chat 82 addresses the latest accessible Android apps, and how Google isn’t helping the cause with their aweful program interface! View SeroTalk Tech Chat 82: Android Accessibility, One Step Forward, Two Steps Back, … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 57 – Latest A T News for December 20, 2010

Posted on December 21, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 57, Michael Lauf, Ricky Enger and Joe Steinkamp discuss: Listen to Second Annual SAMNet Member Holiday Concert Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays U.S. Congress Passes S.841, the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act … Continue reading →

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Second annual SAMNet Christmas Concert

Posted on December 17, 2010 by mlauf

Join us for our second annual SAMNet Christmas concert, held in the Music Voice chat Room, and broadcast live. Listen to the Second Annual SAMNet Member Holiday concert, December 16, 2010 http://serotalk.com/podcasts/HolidayConcert2010.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download … Continue reading →

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Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays

Posted on December 13, 2010 by mlauf

Serotek and SeroTalk are giving away 3 gift cards for the holidays. Tell us your favorite 2010 SeroTalk podcast or tech chat moment. Let us know when we made a fool of ourselves, made a mess of things, made you … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 81: Scott White and Stephen Tompkins Share 4 New Services from NFB Newsline

Posted on December 10, 2010 by mlauf

In Tehc Chat 81, Learn what’s new to NFB Newsline in 2010: additional news resources, magazines, job listings, the creation of your own customized newspaper, and more!View Tech Chat 81: New to NFB Newsline in 2010 Via Accessible Event Listen … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 56: Latest Access and Tech News as of December 6, 2010

Posted on December 7, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 56, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger discuss the following stories: Give the Gift of Accessibility Anywhere this Holiday Season With Serotek Gift Cards Serotek announces Release of DocuScan Plus Tech Chat 79 with Deanne Chapman for Dog Owners: … Continue reading →

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Lack of Sight doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

Posted on December 5, 2010 by mlauf

Text of Mike Calvo Midatlantic ACB keynote speech, November 6, 2010. Blog Post by Mike Calvo: Lack of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 80 – This Month in Access Technology: November 2010

Posted on December 3, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf speaks with Brad Hodges with the American Foundation for the Blind and Michael Barber with the Iowa Department for the Blind about the latest happenings in access tech as of December 2ND 2010.View Tech Chat 80: This Month in … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 80 – This Month in Access Technology: November 2010

Posted on December 1, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf speaks with Brad Hodges and Michael Barber about the latest happenings in access tech as of December 1ST 2010.View Tech Chat 80: This Month in Access Tech for November 2010, December 2ND at 9PM Eastern Via Accessible Event … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 79: A Must Listen for Owners and Lovers of dogs

Posted on December 1, 2010 by mlauf

If you think one person can’t make a difference, think again! Meet Deanne Chapman: Dog Rescuer, Advocate, and Dogs Best Friend! Deanne’s passion for dogs is infectious, will warm your heart, and her stories of the abuses of dogs will leave you … Continue reading →

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Give the Gift of Accessibility Anywhere this Holiday Season With Serotek Gift Cards

Posted on November 29, 2010 by mlauf

Serotek Corporation is excited to announce the availability of gift cards! Now you can buy your friends, family and even yourself a card to be used in purchasing all available Serotek products and services. And this Cyber Monday only, through … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 55 – DocuScan Plus, Fully Accessible Apple TV, Tech News and Spiel for Android

Posted on November 25, 2010 by mlauf

In SeroTalk Podcast 55, Michael Lauf, Ricky Enger and Mike Calvo discuss: Serotek DocuScan Plus: Great OCR, Convert PDF Files, Create Braille, Large Print, MP3 Audio and DAISY Books Serotek Press Release Announcing Release of DocuScan Plus Apple TV now … Continue reading →

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Serotek Corporation Announces the Release of DocuScan Plus

Posted on November 24, 2010 by mlauf

For Immediate Release Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 24, 2010 Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of accessible multi platform and cloud-based solutions which can be accessed from anywhere, is proud to announce the release of DocuScan Plus. This innovative software allows persons … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech chat 78 – Holiday Shopping and online Resources

Posted on November 17, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech Chat 78, holiday shopping and online resources. Topics included economical gifts, coupon codes, favorite web sites, returns and exchanges, damanged and defective merchandise, using a credit card to protect yourself, and much more.View SeroTalk Tech Chat 78, Holiday … Continue reading →

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Lack of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack of Vision

Posted on November 12, 2010 by mlauf

On November 6, Mike Calvo gave a very moving presentation as the keynote speaker for the ACB Mid-Atlantic convention. Listen to Lack Of Sight Doesn’t Mean Lack Of Vision – ACB Mid Atlantic Keynote by Mike Calvo – November 6, … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 77 – Resources, Services, and Training for Blind and Low Vision Veterans

Posted on November 11, 2010 by mlauf

SeroTalk Tech Chat 77 covered Resources, Services, Technologies and Training for blind and Low Vision Veterans, focusing on services from San antonio Texas and Baltimore Maryland.View Tech Chat 77 – Resources for blind and Low Vision Veterans Via Accessible Event Listen to Tech … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 54 – Speeding Up Screen Readers with Antivirus Software and system Access on a U3 Drive

Posted on November 9, 2010 by mlauf

Michael Lauf and Ricky enger cover the latest assistive technology news: 5 Top Access Technology Podcasts Tech Chat 76: Peter bossley and Richard Wells share tips for optimal computer security and performance November 4 Tech Chat 75: Jim Fruchterman, Curtis … Continue reading →

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Tech chat 76 – Computer Security

Posted on November 3, 2010 by mlauf

Covering computer security, tech chat 76 discusses free and commercial antivirus and spyware software, phishing web sites, unsafe email attachments, optimization programs, online resources and more. View Tech Chat 76 on Computer Security, November 4, 2010 Via Accessible Event Listen … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 75 – This Month in Access Technology: October 2010

Posted on October 28, 2010 by mlauf

In Tech chat 75, Jim Fruchterman, Curtis Chong, Mike Calvo, Joe Steinkamp and Michael Lauf discuss the latest access technology and issues to come to light during October 2010.View SeroTalk Tech Chat 75 – This Month in Access Technology for … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 53 – Tech News, bluetooth Keyboards, iDocks and iCases

Posted on October 26, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 53, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Joe Steinkamp discuss: Divorce of GW Micro and HIMS Review of Ubuntu 10.10 HumanWare Offers Free $49 Softpak with New Victor Reader Stream Purchase Through december 31, 2010 Specifics of 21st Century … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 74 – Latest and Greatest Accessible iPhone Apps

Posted on October 22, 2010 by mlauf

Tech Chat 74 for October 21 covered the latest and greatest iPhone apps released in the last 6 months. We covered color detection, gps, radio and music apps, games, phone services and many user questions and recommendations.View Tech Chat 74 – … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 74 – Latest and Greatest Accessible iPhone Apps

Posted on October 18, 2010 by mlauf

Tech Chat 74 for October 21 will cover the latest and greatest iPhone apps released in the last 6 months. We’ll cover color detection, gps, radio and music apps, games, phone services and more.View Tech Chat 74 – Latest and … Continue reading →

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Tech chat 73 – Video Magnifiers part II

Posted on October 14, 2010 by mlauf

Learn about video magnifiers from MagniSight and Optelec, tips for choosing the best unit for you, and other important things to consider. View Tech Chat 73 – Video magnifiers Part II Via Accessible Event Listen to Tech Chat 73 – … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 52 – Tech News for October 11, 2010 and blind Parents Raising Twins

Posted on October 12, 2010 by mlauf

In Podcast 52, Michael Lauf and Ricky enger cover the following stories: Ricky Enger posts an accessibility review of the Amazon Kindle 3 Blio Disappoints on Many Levels, at Least for Now Obama signs technology access bill for disabled Text … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 72 – Blind Parents Share Their Experiences

Posted on October 8, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf, Ricky Enger, Mike Calvo and Deborah Kendrick, Tech Chat 72 offered tips from blind parents on everything from online resources, educating, advocating, overcoming discrimination, and prejudice.Tech Chat 72 – Blind Parents Share Their Experiences Via Accessible … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 72 – Blind Parents Share Their Experiences

Posted on October 5, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Ricky Enger, Tech Chat 72 will offer tips from blind parents on everything from online resources, educating, advocating, overcoming discrimination, and prejudice.Join us Live as Blind Parents Share Their Experiences, Thursday October 7 at 9PM … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 71 – This Month in Access Technology, September 2010

Posted on October 1, 2010 by mlauf

We covered all the big access tech stories from September, including the latest web browsers, screen reader updates for Windows and mobile devices, two new accessible audio recorders, Sendero GPS Look Around, DirectionsForMe.org product database, and new book reading options … Continue reading →

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Tech Chat 71 – This Month in Access Technology; September 2010

Posted on September 29, 2010 by mlauf

Presented by Michael Lauf and Joe Steinkamp, we’ll cover all the big access tech stories from September, including the latest web browsers, screen reader updates for Windows and mobile devices,two new accessible audio recorders, Sendero GPS Look Around, DirectionsForMe.org product … Continue reading →

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SeroTalk Podcast 51 – Keurig Coffee maker, $99 Audio Recorder and $4.99 iPhone GPS App

Posted on September 28, 2010 by mlauf

In SeroTalk Podcast 51, the Fab Four discuss: The Long Awaited Blio Reader to be Released on September 28 DirectionsForMe.org New Database offering food, nutrition, health and beauty product Info New $5 Sendero GPS Look Around App for the iPhone … Continue reading →

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