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A comprehensive review and demonstration of BT Braille from Blazie Technologies

October 28, 2026 · 2 hr 30 min

BT Braille is a portable computer available with a 20 or 40-cell Braille display. This episode of Access On contains the National Federation of the Blind's International Braille and Technology Center for the Blind evaluation of the…
All the news about NFBNewsline®

October 21, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

This week, we speak with Jack Mendez about NFB Newsline®, which offers a huge selection of newspapers, magazines, and other information. Jack describes what the service does, the many ways you can engage with it, recent changes, and how…
A European perspective on access tech advocacy, and iOS 27 feedback

October 14, 2026 · 59 min

This week: Monarch discount for NFB members, and low interest loans available 0:00:00. To apply, visit the Monarch Low Interest Loan Application Form. The future of Envision looks bleak 0:03:14 Jakob Rosin talks digital accessibility in…
Blind people shaping the future of smart glasses, Muse from meta, and listener feedback

October 7, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

This week: National Federation of the Blind President Mark Riccobono discusses smart glasses and their use by the blind 0:00:00 My Meta glasses no longer say who's calling 0:20:02 Three app recommendations 0:21:50 The three apps…
A review of iOS 27

September 30, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

We devote this week's episode to a review of iOS 27, the operating system that powers iPhone. Here are the major sections of the review. Introduction 0:00:00 Compatible devices and capabilities 0:01:26 Introducing Siri AI 0:03:53 Using…

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Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer, the Director and Deputy-director of NLS, and the NFB's Accessibility Excellence initiatives

September 23, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

Join us for our iOS27 Access On webinar 0:00:00 Participate in the NVAccess Satisfaction survey 0:02:17 Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer, NeilBarnett 0:02:48 National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled 0:18:42 Jonathan…
Seeking your feedback on smart glasses backlash, RIM for iOS, and more from our Vendor Showcase

September 16, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

In this week's episode: Introduction 0:00:00 President Riccobono comments on some technology matters 0:01:36 Updates to Android 0:08:33 How have people found switching to Android 0:12:34 Remote Incident Manager goes mobile 0:15:22 Blazie…
A recap of Apple's Surprise and Shine event

September 9, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

In his first public event as Apple CEO, John Ternus led the Surprise and Shine keynote. Access On host Jonathan Mosen is joined by Judy Dixon, Lina Howard and Heidi Taylor to discuss the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro max, AirPods 5, Apple Watch…
More on structured discovery in tech, processing printed receipts, and touch screens on airlines

September 2, 2026 · 58 min

This week on Access on: Looking ahead to our Apple event recap 0:00:00 More on structured discovery in technology 0:03:20 I don't want AI writing forced on me 0:20:42 Blind people scanning and being sent receipts 0:22:59 Digitizing my DVD…
Using principles of structured discovery when learning technology

August 26, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

We return to the National Federation of the Blind's national convention to bring you a seminar conducted by our Accessibility Excellence team on applying principles of structured discovery to learning technology. This helps you problem…
Concluding our AI seminar, and we take you to the technology vendor showcase

August 19, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

We return to national convention for the conclusion of our AI seminar. Then, we take you for the first time this year to our Vendor Showcase. Here is what you can hear, and when. Attend our Access On webinar, Design with ScreenReader users…
More from our AI seminar

August 12, 2026 · 59 min

We return to our national convention in Austin, Texas, for the next part of our AI seminar. Charles Hiser, Ron Miller, and Kennedy Zimnik discuss using AI to assist with personal and professional writing projects and working with images…

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About the show

Hosted by Jonathan Mosen, Access On features breaking technology news , product demonstrations, reviews, comparisons, and interviews about the fast-changing world of technology. We also welcome contributions from our listeners. Follow Access On for news about computers, smartphones, AI, accessible appliances, blindness-specific devices including Braille displays, and more. Whether you’re a tech expert, or you’re trying to make sense of it all, Access On has something for you. Access On listeners benefit from the resources of the National Federation of the Blind, including our Center for Excellence in Nonvisual Accessibility, our extensive networks in the technology sector, and our many members with specialist knowledge of technology. When it comes to access technology, Access On breaks the news, and makes the news.