In the first of two podcasts devoted to color recognition apps, AnonyMouse gives us a walk-through and demonstration of ColorVisor. This iOS app is probably the most feature-packed app in this category. But, like all others, there are a number of factors that you need to consider if you are to get the best results. AnonyMouse highlights the inherent weaknesses of color recognition apps, and offers a few suggestions for getting the best and most reliable results.
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In the second of two podcasts dedicated to color recognition apps, AnonyMouse gives us a walk-through and demonstration of ColoredEye. This iOS app uses the camera on your iDevice to deliver real-time color recognition.
One neat feature of this app is that it allows you to switch between three color databases:
In this episode, Thomas Domville will be discussing how to use Microsoft Bing on iOS to describe photos. Bing has a feature that allows users to upload a photo and receive a description of the image. This feature is powered by advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms that can recognize and describe the content of the photo.
So if you’re an iOS user looking for a way to get a description of a photo, be sure to check out Microsoft Bing’s image description feature.
In this podcast, Robin Christopherson of the RNIB Tech Talk podcast introduces us to Rocket , a Mac App which claims to be the fastest, smoothest Slack-style emoji picker for your Mac.
Link to App on MacUpdate.com:
https://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/57331/rocket
In this podcast, Thomas Domville introduces us to Audio Memos, a paid app which is a professionally made audio recorder. It has an amazingly intuitive interface, which is easy to use and full of powerful features. Use it in interviews, lectures, music session, briefings, ... and simplify your recording tasks.
Audio Memos on the App Store
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id338550388?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D8&at=11l4LS
In this episode, Ida introduces us to RAINN, an iOS app designed to provide survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones with access to support, self-care tools, and information to help manage the short- and long-term effects of sexual violence.
In this episode, Ida Grace introduces eSpeak-NG, a compact open-source software text-to-speech synthesizer available on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Developed by Yury Popov, eSpeak-NG supports over 100 languages and accents. It is built upon the original eSpeak engine created by Jonathan Duddington. The app acts as a compatibility layer between the eSpeak NG library and Apple VoiceOver, enhancing accessibility for users with visual impairments.
In this podcast, Kushal Solanki gives us a demonstration of iTablaPro, an electronic tabla and tanpura app for iOS that sounds like the real thing.
The app is ideal for Indian Classical musicians and students. It includes support for all common taals used in Hindustani music, making it the perfect companion for daily riyaz (practice). And the beautiful Tanpura and Swar Mandal create an instant concert atmosphere!
In this in-depth podcast Thomas Domville will be diving into the world of LiDAR. Where he will discuss and observe in his observation with a walkthrough of the Super LiDAR - LiDAR for Blind and the Microsoft Seeing AI (World Channel).
In this podcast, Thomas Domville revisits lire (Full-text RSS), a paid iOS app that offers a great way to collect all your RSS Feed News into one easy place to read. According to lire's App Store description:
RSS feeds are a great way to follow updates on your favorite websites. However, some sites set up their feeds to only show a portion of each entry to get you to click through to their actual website. We find that annoying, and we're sure you do too.
In this podcast, Thomas Domville introduces us to Voice Dream Scanner, a recently released OCR app for iOS from the developer of the popular Voice Dream Reader app.
From the App Store:
Scan paper documents with the camera and recognize text. Listen using built-in text-to-speech. Save and export. Unlimited use: no subscriptions or additional charges.
In this delightful episode, Ida Grace revisits Baby Adopter Dress Up for iOS. This charming game combines babysitting, fashion costume dress-up, and nursery care for those who adore looking after little ones.
As a player, you have the opportunity to adopt and nurture a cute son or daughter. You can dress up, feed, care for, and acquire various costumes, shoes, and hats for your baby. Keep in mind that certain costumes become available as your baby grows. Some game features include:
In this episode, Thomas Domville takes us on a journey through the world of FruitPot 2, a fun-filled slot machine game for iOS. FruitPot 2 is a game that will take you back to the 80s with its retro graphics and sounds. The game features an ever-changing fruit machine slot, as well as more than 15 mini-games that appear as you progress through the game. With the Bucks you earn, you can purchase items from stores at the mall. FruitPot 2 is a great game to play when you're looking for something to relax and have fun with.
In this podcast, Thomas Domville demonstrates BlackBox, a game filled with many unique puzzles.
App Store Description:
Frustrating, fun, and full of surprises… There’s more to Blackbox than meets the eye. Can you find all the meta challenges?
In this podcast, Hope Robinson takes us on a brief tour of Blindfold RS Games for iOS.
In this podcast, Thomas Domville gives us a demonstration of Prizmo Go - Instant Text Capture, an iOS app (free with in-app purchases) which allows one to quickly and easily scan printed text and have it read aloud. From the App Store:
In this podcast, techluver gives us a walkthrough of DeyesFree; a dice roller app, designed for allowing users to play simple dice games with nothing but the Apple Watch.
In this podcast Thomas Domville will walk you through GoodRx: Prescription Coupons for iOS. GoodRx has helped millions of Americans save on prescription medication! Stop overpaying for your prescriptions! Compare prescription drug prices and find coupons to save up to 80% on your Rx. GoodRx makes comparing prescription drug prices and finding discounts easy. Find Rx sale prices, manufacturer coupons, pharmacy discounts and valuable savings tips for thousands of prescriptions at pharmacies near you!
In this podcast, Thomas Domville gives us a walkthrough of the SmartNews: Local Breaking News app for iOS. SmartNews is the award-winning news app downloaded by 40+ million readers in 100+ countries! SmartNews analyzes millions of articles every day to deliver the top trending news stories influencing the world right now. News from All Sides! SmartNews delivers high-quality news headlines and breaking news from top news publishers: NBC News, MSNBC, USA Today, TIME, The Huffington Post, Bleacher Report, Quartz, The Verge, VICE, VOX, AP, Reuters, Buzzfeed, Fast Company and more.