Category Archives: Assistive Technology

Serotek Debuts Accessible Event Hotspot at ATIA 2010

Serotek today unveiled its newest product, the AE HotSpot, at the 2010 ATIA conference in Orlando, FL. This revolutionary appliance, based on the same technology as Serotek’s Web-based Accessible Event service, gives people with disabilities access to classroom presentations, seminars, … Continue reading

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First Three of Many Great Interviews from ATIA 2010

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

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Serotek at ATIA 2010

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

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Tech Chat 48 – Internet Power Search

Tech Chat 48 covered power searching the internet including sites for news, hard-to-find information, useful search engines and search techniques. View Tech Chat 48 – Internet Power Search. Listen to Tech chat 48 – Internet Power Search, 50 Minute MP3   http://serotalk.com/podcasts/TechChat048.mp3 … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Podcast 33 – Skype for Windows and iPhone and Dr. Robert Carter

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 47 – Build A Bundle and NLS Support

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

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Serotek Announces Build A Bundle – Computer Access for Less Than a Meal!

Serotek Corporation demonstrates its continued commitment to providing accessibility anywhere at an affordable price with its build a bundle offering.  Build A Bundle is an exclusive online offering which allows an individual to customize a package of Serotek products and … Continue reading

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Serotek Build A Bundle Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is Build A Bundle? A1: Build A Bundle is a new, affordable way for anyone to have access to Serotek’s suite of products and services. With Build A Bundle, access to your Windows-based computers is now even more … Continue reading

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The Serotek Story – Part 1, Only the Beginning!

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

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SeroTalk Podcast 30 – online shopping Tutorials and dictation on the iPhone

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

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December 17 Tech chat 45 – 2009 Highlights and Updates!

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

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December 17 Tech chat 45 – 2009 Highlights and Updates!

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 44 – Accessible Gifts Under $50

IN Tech Chat 44, we were joined by J.J. Meddaugh and Matt McCubbin from BlindBargains.com and Danny Wayne from the Wabash Independent Living and Learning Center TheWillCenter.org We discussed accessible and affordable gifts costing under $50 Click here for show … Continue reading

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Join us for December 10 Tech Chat on Accessible Gifts Primarily Under $50

Click Here Dec. 10 at 9PM EST for Tech Chat 44 – Accessible Gifts Primarily Under $50 for Blind and Low Vision Folks.  

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SeroTalk Podcast 29 – controling Your computer with Your Voice and ooTunes Radio for the iPhone

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 43 – Tips on Traveling and Guide Dogs

In Tech Chat 43 we covered tips for traveling through airports, using taxis and shuttles, navigating hotels, your friend the concierge, good web sites, helpful iPhone apps, minimizing theft and guide dogs. Listen to 48 Minute Audio-Only MP3 of Tech Chat … Continue reading

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Season’s Meetings from Serotek

Accessible Event makes meetings, lectures, and webinars fully accessible to all participants, and no meeting is too large or too small for Accessible Event to handle.  We understand that important meetings don’t just happen in huge corporations.  To that end, … Continue reading

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Travel Smart and Safe

Join us Thursday December 3 at 9PM Eastern for Tech Chat 43 – Travel Smart and Safe. We’ll cover tips for traveling through airports, using taxis and shuttles, navigating hotels and convention centers, your friend the concierge, useful web sites, … Continue reading

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Save With Serotek and win!!

The day after Thanksgiving, now known as “Black Friday”, has become an annual tradition, marking the beginning of the holiday season. Retailers slash prices on the year’s must-haves, and bargain hunters stampede the doors in a mad dash to get … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Podcast 28 – Accessing Computers Remotely and Mobility Choices

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 42 – Self-employment and Working From Home

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 42 – Self-employment and Working From Home

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

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SHINANO KENSHI CORPORATION-LLC (SKC) TEAMS WITH SEROTEK CORPORATION FOR PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY

PLEXTALK® Pocket (PTP1) Digital Talking Book Player now enables transfer of SAMNet™ content.Los Angeles, CA – November 17, 2009 –Shinano Kenshi Corporation-LLC (SKC) has aligned with Serotek Corporation, a leading provider of internet and digital information accessibility software and services, … Continue reading

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Tech Chat 41 – Assembling a Portable Computer, Screen Reader and Reading Solution for Under $1,000

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

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SeroTalk Podcast 27 – Open Source Software, Computer Back Ups, and Two Blind Pastors

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 40 – Online Shopping Tips for First-Time and Seasoned Professionals

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

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Tech Chat 39 – Twitter 101

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

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SeroTalk Podcast 26 – Upgrading to Windows 7 With Speech and Demo of NLS Digital Talkingbook Player

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 38 -Upgrading to Windows 7

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

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SeroTalk Tech chat 37 – Favorite apps for iPhone 3GS and iPod touch

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 36 – Latest Assistive Technology News as of October 8, 2009

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

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SeroTalk Offers Free Weekly Training Via Accessible Event

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

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SeroTalk Offers Free Weekly Training Via Accessible Event

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

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SeroTalk Podcast 24 – Professional Musicians, PenFriend Audio labeler, Voice-Driven BlueTooth Headset, and Australian HD Radio

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

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SeroTalk Tech chat 34 – Creating Relationships and Friendships

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 33 – Buying Food Online

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

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FCC Selects Accessible Event for Meeting Accessibility

NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: pr@serotek.com 612.720.1068 FCC Selects Accessible Event for Meeting Accessibility The Federal Communications Commission has chosen Serotek Corporation’s accessible meeting platform MINNEAPOLIS, Minn – September 15, 2009 – Serotek Corporation, the leading provider of internet and digital … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Podcast 23 – Accessible Apple iPod touch, Nano 5G, iPhone 3.1 and iTunes 9

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

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 31 – Windows7 – the Good, the Bad, and the Indifferent

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

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SeroTalk Podcast 22 – Listening to NFL Games, Building Homes Without Eyesight, and Installing Snow Leopard on the Mac

In podcast 22 for august 31, we show how to listen to any live or past NFL game with System Access and FNL Field Pass. We speak with Jerry Wheatley from Louisville Kentucky. He builds homes from the ground up without … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 29 – Podcasting 101 and Free Months of Access to SAMNet

In Tech Chat 29, we discussed where to find podcasts. Serotek is giving three people one free month of access to SAMNet. To enter, simply Email your favorite podcast to Content@Serotek.com We discussed things you should know before starting your own podcast. … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Podcast 21 – Cooking, Massages and Accessible Meetings

In SeroTalk Podcast 21, Michael Lauf interviews Dale Campbell, Tim Cummings and Cheryl Cummings with the Cooking In the Dark Podcast. We played an interview  from Jamie Pauls with Ricky Enger discussing Accessible Event on the June 8 podcast of … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Tech chat 28 – 21St Century News

SeroTalk Tech Chat discussed modern news resources including: News.Google.com U.S. Newspaper Listings (USNPL.com) SAMNet My Newspaper Section We covered places for rss feeds for TV listings including: Wireless.TVGuide.com Entertainment Program Guides (EPGuides.com) LocateTV RerunCheck.com We finished with a few new … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Podcast 20 – TechShare 2009 and 10 Radio Apps for the iPhone

In SeroTalk Podcast 20, Ricky Enger and Michael Lauf began by discussing an e-mail we recieved by  Adaptive Information Systems, Inc. who was upset by our lighthearted mention of their forthcoming Brainport, to give totally blind persons limited vision, as … Continue reading

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Company Upset With Our Mention of the Brainport

Below is an email received by SeroTalk from Adaptive Information Systems Inc. aistech@ameritech.net   Hi SeroTalk, I listened to your podcast on the Brainport from WICAB, but you missed the boat and purpose of this device.Paul bachyrita and the book off … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Tech Chat 27 on iTunes

SeroTalk Tech chat 27 demos radio stations and podcasts available via iTunes. We then speak with four users to find out their likes and dislikes. Listen to SeroTalk Tech Chat 27 on iTunes for Windows.   http://serotalk.com/podcasts/TechChat027.mp3 Podcast: Play in … Continue reading

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SeroTalk Tech chat 26 – Managing Files With SAMNet Media Library and Nero 9.0

In SeroTalk Tech Chat 26, Richard Wells demonstrates making music cds with the media library feature found in System Access Mobile Network (SAMNet.) Mike Arrigo gives a quick overview of making a data dvd with the popular Nero Burning Rom … Continue reading

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Sour Apples?

Apple has certainly been the talk of the town this week, both in the sighted and blind communities.  Everyone had something to say about Apple, and Serotek was no exception.  Both Mike Calvo and Michael Lauf posted thought-provoking and heartfelt … Continue reading

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