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IN SeroTalk Podcast 19, Michael Lauf, Ricky enger and Mike Calvo discussed the BrainPort that will allow blind and deaf-blind people to see with their tongue, HumanWare’s giveaway of four BlackBerry Smartphones, GW Micro’s BookSense book player and audio recorder … Continue reading →

For the Serotek team, the NFB and ACB conventions are among the most exciting of the year. Booth staffers at each event spent the week showcasing the latest Serotek products, as well as meeting new people and catching up with … Continue reading →

In Tech Chat 23, Shane Jackson gives a 30 minute demo of the iPhone 3G S and answers numerous questions. Shane Jackson Blog and Podcast – www.BlindWorldBlog.BlogSpot.com Follow Shane Jackson on Twitter Email Shane Jackson with Your iPhone Questions. Listen to shane’s podcast … Continue reading →

Join us this and every Thursday evening at our new time of 9PM Eastern or 6PM Pacific in the Tech Room for our weekly Tech Chat, recorded and made available as a podcast. Tonight, our special guest is Shane Jackson, who … Continue reading →

It’s convention time again, and whether you’re headed to the Motor City, enjoying time in sunny Orlando, or relaxing at home, Serotek has everything you need to stay connected wherever you are.  The following specials are available beginning Friday July 3 and … Continue reading →

June 23RD, Serotek announced the launch of Accessible Event that will forever change access technology. The press conference was held live from the National Press Club in Washington D.C.. AccessibleEvent.com Listen to, and/or View the June 23 Accessible Event Press Conference. Accessible Event Demo … Continue reading →

In this thought-provoking article, Mike Calvo asks the question: Why is it that Apple always seems to get to the future first? I, Michael Lauf, ask why are those who I thought I respected, so negative about technology that puts … Continue reading →

We extend the giveaway of the Blue Snowflake microphone and Icicle XLR-to-USB adapter for another two weeks. E-mail a creative audio file as to why you need a new mic, or why you like Serotek resources@serotalk.com Mike Calvo reviews the … Continue reading →

Now through Memorial Day, Monday May 25 at Midnight Eastern U.S., save $200 off System Access Mobile. For just $299, normally $499, you get licenses for two computers, plus a third license for a U3-enabled USB key to take to … Continue reading →

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn – May 15, 2009 – Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of internet and digital information accessibility software and services, announced today that Envision®, a Kansas based agency that combines employment opportunities with rehabilitation services and public education, has … Continue reading →

Minneapolis, Minn. (May 14, 2009)– The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), American Council of the Blind (ACB), California Council of the Blind (CCB) and Target (NYSE:TGT) announced today that the organizations have collaborated to improve the Target checkout experience … Continue reading →

In SeroTalk Tech chat 14, Michael Lauf allows Mike Aarigo to remote in to his computer and optimize Windows XP for speed and performance, using the remote access capabilities available to all subscribers of SAMNet. Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat … Continue reading →

IN Tech chat 13, we showed new and existing users how to set up an account, and repair installations via www.satogo.com We gave ten tips for listening to radio through SAMNet, how to listen to live Major League Baseball games, … Continue reading →

Major advocacy groups for the visually impaired applaud Staples’ new initiatives designed to improve service to its customers with visual impairments. Staples will be improving its payment service terminals at the in-store point-of-sale with tactile keypads to protect the privacy … Continue reading →

Now through April 30, Serotek is offering $200 off System Access Mobile™ for anyone whose software maintenance agreement has lapsed, or who is not entitled to any additional upgrades with their SMA for Jaws® for Windows® or Window-Eyes™. Break away … Continue reading →

Many are engaged in a campaign to obtain access for the blind and others with print disabilities to e-books available for Amazon’s new Kindle 2 e-book reader. The new reader, which Amazon is working to make fully accessible to the … Continue reading →

Below are links and contact info for the 32 interviews, conducted by Michael Lauf, at CSUN 2009, recorded in Los Angeles California on March 20Th and 21St. This project is made possible by funding from Serotek Corporation, www.serotek.com E-Mail Michael … Continue reading →

Listen to NFB Podcast Interview With Mike Calvo – march 20, 2009   http://www.nfb.org/images/nfb/Audio/CSUN09-Clara_Wes-Serotek.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: iTunes | RSS

Serotek’s CEO, Mike Calvo, will be presenting a session at the upcoming Center on Disabilities CSUN Conference held in Los Angeles. The session will take place on Thursday, March 19 at 12:00 PM PST, 3:00 PM EST, in the Pacific … Continue reading →