If you were holding out on redesigned AirPods like I was because of their Frankenstein look, then you will probably still be waiting until 2019 based on the latest AirPod rumors. I finally gave in to getting a pair of AirPods after going through at least a dozen bluetooth headsets over the past year. Many mainstream publications picked AirPods as Apple’s best product of last year. After testing out a demo unit in the Apple Store, I have to agree that they really do offer a huge upgrade on all of my previous bluetooth headsets. They are easy to use, and the sound is impressive.
Android
How to Cancel App Subscriptions on the Google Play Store
Want to get rid of some recurring app subscriptions? There are a few steps you’ll need to take on Android. Google Play Store Cancelling an auto-renewing subscription on the Google Play Store is fairly straightforward.
Setting Up Google Home in 10 Easy Steps
It’s time to set up your brand new Google Home speaker and voice assistant. This device is quite accessible for most users, from playing music to reading books to controlling your smart home devices — and all you need to do to get the attention of Google Assistant is to say “OK, Google” or “Hey, Google.”
Spotlight with Gilles Pepin – CEO of HumanWare
In this weeks Spotlight CBT features Mr. Gilles Pepin, the CEO of HumanWare. With more than 25 years experience, Mr. Pepin has built a solid worldwide reputation in the field of assistive technology and in the arena of visual impairment.
Be My Eyes Introduces Specialized Help
Be My Eyes just announced the newest feature in the Be My Eyes app: Specialized Help – a better way to connect with businesses and organizations when you need assistance with their products or services.
How to Change Alexa’s Name
The Alexa app allows you to change the ‘wake word’ from Alexa to one of three alternatives. Here’s how you can change Alexa’s name to Amazon, Echo or Computer.
How to Make and Receive Calls to Any Phone Number, Using Your Voice with Amazon Connect
With Echo Connect and a compatible Echo device, you can ask Alexa to call anyone using your home phone service—all you have to do is ask. Because Echo Connect uses your home phone number, either landline or VoIP, friends and family recognize the call. Answer your home phone on your Echo from across the room, so you can easily talk to anyone hands-free when you’re busy making dinner or away from the phone.
How to Use a Phone if You Are Blind or Visually Impaired
For someone who is blind or visually impaired, using a phone can present some challenges. Thankfully there are ways to dial a phone call without your sight, and even laws to ensure those with disabilities get equal access to telecommunications services.
How to Tell Google Assistant to Set Brightness on Your Android Phone
Google Assistant can control some aspects of your phone by voice alone. The trick, like in setting your phone’s maximum or minimum brightness, is knowing the right thing to say.
LG’s New V30 Smartphone Adding Vision AI, and More Google Assistant Commands
LG announced Monday it will bring artificial intelligence to its smartphone lineup in 2018, starting with this year’s version of the LG V30.
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