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We're back from vacation. No really we are, with lots of news to catch up on from all that time away. J.J., Joe and Patrick might be a little rusty this week. However, that just allowed for some very interesting conversations in our Discussion Topic. Even with all this news, we managed to still find a way to fit in "Sound Off" and the "Last Word". And perhaps the first time we've ad-libbed a tip in the middle of a program...

We get a ton of listener feedback and show suggestions in from social media and from, of course, feedback@blindbargains.com One of those ideas for a show involved a summary of our previous tips all rolled up and placed inside an episode of its very own. With J.J. traveling, Patrick on vacation and Joe about to be doing some traveling of his own, this seemed like the perfect time to act on this concept...

Andy and Jim take this group on a tour of some of their favorite tips when working from the road on a HIMS Braille Display or from a Braille Sense notetaker. Listen to hear how you can stay connected to the world via Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot. Or Bluetooth, as you can pair your Braille device to a Blaze ET for even more portable access. To learn more about Blindness options available from HIMS, visit the product page at their website...

We've featured the GoVision in our CSUN coverage, however, Joe hasn't gotten up close and personal with the unit for our BBQ fans until now. Paul shows Joe how the versatile arm of the device can allow a user to get up close and personal with their text no matter how close or far away it might be from the camera. Hear how GoVision differs from eBot and why you should consider this transportable unit if you find that you need a more deskbound Video magnifier solution...

We ve spent a good bit of July hearing about the Exhibit Halls from both the NFB and ACB National Conventions here on BBQ. And we have done a few of those wrap-up shows in the past. But we ve not done one of those types of shows, or really any episode, live before. This show has everything Ride Hailing Apps, OCR, Notetakers, Braille Displays, a Tip, Sound Off and even a Last Word . Listen as Jeff Bishop,Byron Lee and Jeff Thompson from Blind Abilities join J.J...

Laura Legendary, fresh off her successful crowdfunding campaign, journeyed to Minnesota to show off a wide array of accessories and designs to help you stand out in a crowd of your own. Or, if you like hosting your parties instead, Laura describes some ideal accoutrements that are perfect for that next get together with friends. To order some of the items mentioned in this interview, or to contact Laura for that special custom order, visit her website...

John Olsen, of 3d Photo Works, talks about the concept of Tactile Art. The project dates back to 2008 and John s initial process for bringing his love of photography to our community. Chancey learns about the three steps that john applies to photos in this interesting interview from the Exhibit Hall floor. To learn more about the company, and it s mission, visit their website.

2016 summer convention coverage is generously sponsored by HIMS, Inc...

Shiri Azenkott, Assistant Professor at Cornell Tech, talks with Chancey about how to harness 3d printing to enable users to better understand information in visual formats such as bar graphs. Further along in the interview, Chancey learns about another project that uses a smartphone application which could help her identify parts of an atom. To learn more about the University in general, visit their webpage.

2016 summer convention coverage is generously sponsored by HIMS, Inc...

Jeff Thompson is one busy guy. Podcasting, blogging and woodworking are just some of his talents. Add to that list a great knack for finding gadgets that can make your life easier and you have one amazing resource with Blind Abilities. To subscribe to the podcast, and to find the Blind Abilities app, [venture over to the website.]http://blindabilities.com/)

2016 summer convention coverage is generously sponsored by HIMS, Inc., makers of the Blaze ET, BrailleSense U2, and the GoVision...

Jarnail Chudge, with Microsoft UK, and Chancey take us on a journey where 3d audio could assist us in daily navigation. In concert with Guide Dogs UK, Jarnail provides an overview of the Cities unlocked program and a general description of their approach to aid existing mobility techniques...