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The Accessible Technology Podcast81. M1 Pro MacBook Pro ReviewThe M1 Pro MacBook Pro was announced by Apple back in October 2021, carrying on from the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M1 Chip, 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 Chip and Mac Mini with the M1 Chip, which were all released in the year long forgotten, also known as 2020. The chip that it technically comes with is an M1 Pro, but you can also get a version with an M1 Max Chip. However, as of 2024, it has been discontinued, but you can still get refurbished versions through Apple and Amazon as well, though you won’t get them for anythin...
2024-05-2224 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast80. Paralysed Tech Reviewer Reacts to Xbox’s Developer Direct Conference 2024On 18th January 2024, Xbox showcased their Developer Direct Conference.In this video, I react to the conference, give my first impressions as to what I think of each of the games showcased, and offer suggestions on the things that could make the games more accessible.TO FOLLOW:My Technology Reviews Website: https:/pltechreviews.co.ukMy Personal / Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Second YouTube Channel: Phoebs Lyle JournalismMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebslyleTechnology Reviews' Twitter: https://twitter.com...
2024-02-2836 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast79. Paralysed Apple Fan Reacts to Samsung’s CES Conference 2024CES is the world's largest technology event, paving the ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This year's event took place between 9 January - 12th of January, with a number of companies showcasing their newest products during the event.One of the companies that showcased a lot of their new technologies was Samsung, with products that have been built from the ground up with a big focus on AI.In this video, I react to their conference, while telling you how accessible their newest tech is, despite how difficult it might be for me to...
2024-02-0649 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast78. Paralysed Tech Reviewer Reacts to Sony’s CES Conference 2024CES is the world's largest technology event, paving the ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This year's event took place between 9 January - 12th of January, with a number of companies showcasing their newest products during the event.One of the companies to take part in the conference was Sony, which showcased the Alpha 9 Digital Camera Mark III, a new Virtual Reality Headset you can control with a ring, a new content production feature called Torch Light and a new car which has PS5 gameplay built into it, called Afeela.In this podcast, I...
2024-02-0442 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast77. How to Customise Your iPad’s Lock and Home Screen in iOS17iOS 17 was announced alongside MacOS Sonoma by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability, to turn your Photos / Live Photos into Stickers, to see predictions of words as you type, but it also lets you add interactive widgets to your Home Screen! In this episode, I teach you how you can customise your iPad's Home Screen and how you can add widgets to the Home Screen and Lock Screen.Support this p...
2024-01-0808 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast76. How to Create Live Stickers in iOS17iOS 17 was announced alongside MacOS Sonoma by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability to add interactive widgets to your desktop, to see predictions of words you're going to type as you type them, but it also lets you turn your Live Photos into Live Stickers, and you can even turn your usual photos into stickers as well! In this episode, I teach you how to turn a Live Photo into a Live Sticker.
2024-01-0605 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast75. How to add Interactive Widgets to Mac Desktop with MacOS SonomaMacOS Sonoma / was announced alongside iOS 17 by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability to create Web Apps, to turn your Photos / Live Photos into Stickers and a lot more! In this video, however, I teach you how to add interactive widgets to your desktop, which is a new feature ONLY AVAILABLE on MacOS Sonoma.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2024-01-0404 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast74. How to Create Web Apps in MacOS SonomaMacOS Sonoma was announced by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability to add interactive widgets to your desktop, to turn your Photos / Live Photos into Stickers and a lot more! In this video, however, I teach you how to turn any website you want into a Web App, which is a new feature ONLY AVAILABLE on MacOS Sonoma.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2024-01-0205 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast73. How Good is iOS17 for the iPad?iOS 17 was announced by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability to create AWESOME new Contact Posters that will show up when you call someone, as well as a COOL new way to turn your Photos / Live Photos into Stickers, and an AMAZING new way to share your number, a document or a PDF with someone, just as long as they have an Apple device.In this episode, I review this...
2023-12-2930 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast72. iOS17 for iPhone ReviewiOS 17 was announced by Apple during their WWDC conference of 2023, on the 5th of June, before being released to the public on 18th September 2023.It offers many new features, including the ability to create AWESOME new Contact Posters that will show up when you call someone, as well as a COOL new way to turn your Photos / Live Photos into Stickers, and an AMAZING new way to share your number, a document or a PDF with someone, just as long as they have an iPhone.In this episode, I review this latest...
2023-12-2233 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast71. MacOS Sonoma ReviewMacOS Sonoma is an operating system for Apple's MacBook laptops, that is part of the iOS17 family. With access to new screen savers, widgets on your desktop, better video conferencing support, a more advanced safari experience, a new messaging system AND MORE, you get a software update that will seem bigger than anything you've seen before!In this episode, you get to hear my review of it.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-12-2128 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast70. Apple’s October Event 2023, the M3 family of chips and NEW M3 Macs: do we REALLY need these updates?Apple recently announced the M3 family of chips and the new M3 MacBook Pro / M3 iMac during their October event. These new chips and Macs offer a higher amount of Storage and RAM, as well as a faster processor, but that will not be enough to make the most up to date Macs appealing to everyone. So in this episode, you get to hear me reacting to Apple’s October Event, while also telling you my thoughts.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/IG3SseSExGUPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/phoebslyleMy...
2023-12-0725 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast69. My Reaction to Apple’s September Event 2023 and What I Think About Everything They AnnouncedOn 12 September 2023, Apple held another launch event. During this event, they announced 2 new Apple Watches and the iPhone 15 (iPhone 15 itself, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Plus).In this podcast episode, you get to hear me reacting to the most recent Apple event, while also giving you insights into what all I think about Apple's most recent announcements.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-09-1849 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast68. Custom DSi Review Part 3 and How Accessible These Next 5 Games AreIn 2021, I started testing out a customised DSi council, which had been customised for me, that had an external switch port hardwired into it, that works with the L and R buttons.In this episode, I test 5 more games out on it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/t_KttR2OW1M?si=plG9YYxygoP7fJpKMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8...
2023-09-0720 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast67. I Tested 5 More Games on my Customised DSi (Custom DSi Review Part 2)The Nintendo DSi was first launched back in 2008, and was the 3rd DS console to ever be released.It was the first DS to include a camera (before even smartphones were capable of taking pictures), as well as being the first to get an audio player.However, while the DSi (and other consoles in the family) were groundbreaking for the time, there were a lot of games that were very inaccessible.That's why I contacted the Special Effect Gaming Charity to customise a DS for me, which I have now been loaning for...
2023-08-2722 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast66. All Of My Thoughts on the Apple Vision ProThe Apple Vision Pro was the last thing to be announced at the end of Apple's WWDC23 conference on the 5th of June this year, that is supposed to move us into a new era of computing.The device comes with features that will be familiar if you have had an iPhone, an iPad or an Apple Watch, while also offering AR / VR Features. And you can even use it with your eyes, your fingers or your voice.But how accessible is it going to be for disabled users?In this episode, I...
2023-08-2513 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast65. WWDC23 And My Thoughts / Reactions to iOS17, iPadOS17, TV OS 17, Mac OS Sonoma Plus the NEW 15” MacBook Air and Apple Vision Pro HeadsetWWDC23 took place from the 5th of June until the 9th of June 2023, with a live showcase that was held on the first day.The first day of it was held on the same day that celebrated the 15th birthday of the App Store. But it was also held online for the 4th time, although viewers could attend in person as well.In this episode, you’ll hear me reacting to the latest Apple event, and giving some thoughts on the latest tech,LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/yA99MaGe6G4...
2023-08-2348 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast64. My Reaction and Initial Thoughts Regarding Final Cut and Logic Coming to iPadOn the 9th of May this year, Apple announced that Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro were coming to the iPad.Both of the popular editing softwares have been redesigned so that they can be used with all new touch-interfaces, with new features being available as well.In this episode, you’ll hear me reacting to the announcement that these softwares have finally made it onto the iPad while also giving my thoughts.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/_lrP2A61pxMMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pl...
2023-08-2018 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast63. My Initial Reaction to Sony / PlayStation’s Access Controller and Thoughts on What it OffersOn the 4th of January 2023 at CES, PlayStation announced their first access controller.The controller has been created to help gamers create their own customisable controller layouts, that will help disabled gamers to play for longer.It has been available for preorders since July 4, and costs £79.99 to buy.In this episode, you will hear me reacting to it and supplying my thoughts on it.LINKS:Original video: https://youtu.be/jmP_lcBbwmAMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio W...
2023-08-1822 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast62. Apple’s 2nd Generation HomePod and My Thoughts on How it Compares to Amazon’s Alexa and Google’s Google HomeApple first launched the HomePod in 2018, 3 years after Amazon released their first Echo into the public and 2 years after Google released the Google Home. The original HomePod was then followed by the HomePod Mini in November 2020, before the Original HomePod was discontinued in March 2021.But on the 18th of January this year, Apple announced the 2nd Generation HomePod.In this episode, I react to their announcement and give my thoughts on it.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/cDcJo4jzxVsMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co...
2023-08-1614 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast61. I React to Apple's NEW M2 Mac Mini and 14"/16" MacBook ProsThe first Mac Mini came out in 2005, marking a way for new users of the Mac to start getting into it, thanks often to their lower price. If anyone wanted to get a Mac Mini, they would only have to buy the Mac Mini and a compatible display.The MacBook Pro, meanwhile, was first launched in 2006, and was the first Mac EVER to feature a backlit keyboard. It was also the first to include a MagSafe power connector. But most important, it was originally only available in 15". This remained the case until 2019, when the 15" MacBook Pro was...
2023-08-1323 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast60. My Thoughts / Feelings on a Customised DSi I Tested Part 1In 2008, Nintendo launched the DSi, which was the third DS console to be released (the first one having been released in 2005).It was the first Nintendo DS to include a camera (before even smartphones got that capability) and to have an audio player, while also being the second to get the Nintendo Web Browser, which allowed you to connect to the internet. But it was also the first to lose the Game Boy Advance slot which allowed gamers to play GameBoy games on a DS, which was disappointing for some.However, while this was all...
2023-08-1221 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast59. Everything I Think About Apple’s 10th Generation iPad, 6th Generation iPad Pro and New AccessoriesOn 18th October 2022, Apple announced their 10th Generation iPad and 6th Generation iPad Pro (which both have the M2 Chip), along with some new accessories, including a new magic folio case and a new Apple Pencil.In this episode, I react to their announcements of these devices, and give my thoughts on all of them.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/CLI_nEU2uxUMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel...
2023-08-0920 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast58. How to Set Up a Technology Podcast Using a Site Like RedCirclePodcasting has grown in popularity in the last few years, and there’s now numerous podcasts for you to choose from. There’s podcasts for people who are interested in True Crime, as well as ones for people who are interested in the news and History or Politics. And there’s even podcasts for people who want to know more about cooking and more!In this episode, I guide you through step by step on how to create a technology podcast using RedCircle.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/1K0Wv2amonAMy P...
2023-08-0612 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast57. How To Set Up A Samsung TV So You Can Control it With your PhoneSmart TVs have grown in popularity the last few years, thanks largely because all the sites and streaming services we love to use are built into them. But did you know you can even control them by using your phone?In this episode, I guide you through how to set your Samsung tv so you can control it with your phone.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/V5UQPMTg2zEMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/...
2023-08-0413 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast56. How to Set Up a Schedule Using the EWeLink App So Your Smart Blinds Will Open / Close AutomaticallyEWeLink is one of many smart home platforms that help you create a smart home, with brands including Sonoff, SmartWise. WDYK, and KingArt. Their technology is compatible with Google Assistant, Amazon Echo, Samsung SmartThings, Yandex Alice, IFTT, Philips Hue, Home Assistant and Olisto, and other products they sell include:ZigBee and Wifi switchesMotion SensorsSmart Light BulbsSmart Switches and PlugsZigBee HubsSmart Cameras and DimmersIn this episode, however, I’m going to guide you through how to set up a schedule for your blinds to open and close at if you have smart blinds.L...
2023-08-0214 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast55. Elon Musk is the CEO of Twitter, But is It a Mixed Blessing for Freedom of Speech or the Start to a Rise in Hate Speech?Cancel culture and divisive politics has been moving into the work place for a couple of years, leading to cases where people have been forced out of work and have had to take their cases to the Supreme Court. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram have all been attacked for their guidelines on free speech in recent months and year, especially after they deplatformed Donald Trump when he started claiming the 2020 Election result was wrong — though he has since been brought back on those platforms, as well as when people were allowed to spread misinformation about other issues in society, i.e, ...
2023-07-3028 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast54. My Reactions to Apple’s Latest Apple Watches and iPhone 14In September 2022, Apple announced 2 new releases of the Apple Watch, as well as the new iPhone 14. In this episode, I react to these announcements being made.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/hzHvG3V4hn8My Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgASupport this...
2023-07-2850 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast53. Audio Unboxing / Setup of M1 Pro 14” MacBook ProThe 14” M1 Pro MacBook Pro was first announced by Apple in October 2021. You can choose between a version of the laptop that is powered with the M1 Pro Chip or the M1 Max Chip, and in today’s episode, I’ll be unboxing and setting up my 14” MacBook Pro with the M1 Pro Chip.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/2YvIyr-SlaQMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2...
2023-07-2613 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast52. Should Video Games Be Counted as an Equivalent for Competing in Disabled Sports?For a couple of years now, people have been debating whether E-Gaming should become a sport. While some people who argue in favour of it constantly bring up the tournaments they play at and teams they play on, those against argue that playing a sport video game doesn’t actually make it a sport. And that’s where the argument very often ends.But over the last few years, we’ve witnessed a massive advance in technology, that has seen not only disabled people being able to play games, but has also led to improvements in AI and im...
2023-07-2115 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast51. Anlan Neck Massager ReviewThe Anlan Neck Massager is a neck massager made by Anlan, which is an e-commerce industry that specialises in the development and sales of beauty and health equipment for women.In this episode, I review one of their neck massagers.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/ZJ9pHz1LPt0My Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle...
2023-07-1910 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast50. My Thoughts on Everything Apple Announced at WWDC22WWDC 2022 took place on Monday 4 June 2022, and took place online. The M2 MacBook Air was announced, as well as a number of new software features.In this episode, I summarise what was announced at last year’s WWDC conference, and give my thoughts on them all.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/h_WyfxoR_ckMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1Ps...
2023-07-1623 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast49. iPhone 13 ReviewThe iPhone 13 was first announced and released by Apple in September 2021 at their September Apple Event. It’s available in 4 different models, those being:iPhone 13iPhone 13 MiniiPhone 13 ProiPhone 13 Pro MaxIn this episode, you get to hear my review of it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/rpEY2w75m5YMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIA...
2023-07-1417 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast48. Unboxing and Set Up of the iPhone 13The iPhone 13 was first announced and released by Apple in September 2021 at their September Apple Event. It’s available in 4 different models, those being:iPhone 13iPhone 13 MiniiPhone 13 ProiPhone 13 Pro MaxIn this episode, you get to hear an audio unboxing and setup of the phone.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/l6QrwzhnOZgMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8ii...
2023-07-1214 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast47. Samsung Series 7 Smart TV Review + How to Control the TV With Your PhoneAlthough Samsung was first founded as a grocery store in the 1930s, it moved into electronics in 1969, and is most recognisable for selling technology today. In 2008, they turned their attention towards developing Smart TVs, and have released countless models through the years.In this review, I’ll be reviewing the Samsung Series 7 Smart TV, which was released in 2020, while also guiding you through how to set it up so you can control it with your phone.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/g6dfaG7ZULYMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: htt...
2023-07-0919 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast46. Skullcandy Venue Wireless Headphones ReviewSkullcandy is an American headphone company, founded by Rick Alden in 2003, which sells wired / wireless over ear headphones, as well as wired / wireless earphones, and wired / wireless gaming headsets.In September 2018, they released their Skullcandy Venue Wireless Headphones, which are available in Red, White and Crimson, Black and Dark Blue.In this episode, I review my red version of the Skullcandy Venue wireless headphones.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/vf3SSDMZCsUMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https...
2023-07-0719 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast45. Apple's M1 14" and 16" MacBook Pro Laptops SummaryIn 2021, Apple released their M1 14 and 16” MacBook Pro laptops. In this episode, I give them a summary.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/zhwaByv1bFkMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-07-0516 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast44. 2021 M1 iMac ReviewThe first iMac to be powered by Apple's M1 Chip, Apple's 24" iMac is available in 7 colours, those being Blue, Green, Pink, Silver, Yellow, Orange and Purple. As well as Apple's M1 Chip, it has an 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores, 7-core CPU and 8-core CPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine.It comes with a choice between 256GB in SSD Storage or 512GB in SSD Storage (upgrading to 1TB or 2TB is possible, but it will cost more.It also comes with 8GB of Unified Memory, but this can be configured up to 16GB....
2023-07-0319 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast43. Budget DIY Manfrotto Arm VS Manfrotto Variable Friction Mounting ArmIn one of my earlier episodes, I told you all about the Manfrotto Variable Friction Mounting Arm, which can be used to help you hold down more than one button at a time if you struggle to do that. But the only problem with that is that it costs over £100.In this episode, however, I will guide you through how to make a much cheaper version of the arm.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/3TmcSMDG_zEMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other P...
2023-07-0216 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast42. Blue Snowball ICE Microphone ReviewBlue is an American microphone company, founded in 1995, and which has been creating high performance microphones from the get go.In 2005, they launched their first professional USB microphone — known as the Blue Snowball — and released the Blue Snowball ICE soon after, which has a few other features compared to the snowball, including a custom cardioid condenser capsule.In the modern day, both the Blue Snowball and Blue Snowball ICE are considered affordable, with the cost often fluctuating between £38.99 - £55.In this episode, I give it a review.LINKSOriginal Video: htt...
2023-06-3013 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast41. Pulse Red Xbox Controller for Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One ReviewThe Pulse Red Xbox Controller for the Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S was released on the 12th of February 2021, shortly after the launch of the launch of the next generation Xbox and PlayStation consoles.It is compatible with:Xbox Series XXbox Series SXbox One (every console) and;Windows 10 PCsIn this, I give the controller a review.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/hG4OZEBM37sMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle...
2023-06-2814 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast40. Apple 2020 Folio Keyboard Case ReviewThe 2020 Smart Folio Keyboard Case was first announced in March 2020 with an original release date for May, but it was pushed back to mid-April for preorders later on. It was the first of Apple’s new cases to take on some MacBook style features, with a trackpad which had been added, and it also has a USB-C port which can be used for charging your iPad through the case.It is compatible with:The 4th Generation 2020 11" iPad ProThe 3rd Generation 11" iPad ProThe 2nd Generation 11" iPad ProThe 2018 11" iPad ProThe iPad Air 5th GenerationThe iPad Air 4th Generation...
2023-06-2513 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast39. XG-13 Wireless Earphones by Gazechimp ReviewThe XG-13 Wireless earphones were developed by a company called Gazechimp, and they are in-ear only. They are capable of charging in the case they come with, and if you’d like to buy them, they are available on EBay, with some other versions available to purchase on Amazon.In this, I give them a review.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/ikdWLStM4hMMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: ht...
2023-06-2412 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast38. Xbox Adaptive Gaming Kit by Logitech G ReviewThe Xbox Adaptive Gaming Kit was released in November 2019, and was designed by Logitech. The kit includes material to act as a tray, Velcro and switches. In this episode, I give it a review.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/J3hY4hjUQ6oMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com...
2023-06-2314 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast37. Disability Representation in Video Games and How it Can ImproveThere have been noticeably more appearances of disabled characters over the last few years in all sorts of media, but especially in gaming.This includes in gaming, with disabled characters who aren’t held back from their disabilities appearing in games, such as The Joker and Lester Crest.In this episode, I’m going to be covering disability representation in video games, and how it can improve.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/qKF1GHL2ntQMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Othe...
2023-06-1819 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast36. Where Accessible Tech Sits Within the LawAccessible tech has grown in popularity the last few years. But have you ever wondered if there’s any laws to help with the fight?In this episode, I tell you what laws there currently are, and what laws should be written up and signed into law to help with the fight.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/edo6ec6bXYoMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.co...
2023-06-1614 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast35. Accessibility Settings Developers Should Use in Their Tech and GamesAccessible technology started to become more common after the Disability Discrimination Act was signed into law, with Microsoft’s Windows 95 and Productivity Work’s pwWebSpeak starting the trend in the 90s.As we moved into the 21st Century, Microsoft released Windows 2000, which came with an on screen keyboard.In recent years, technology has grown even more accessible, even to the extent that disabled people are now able to play video games, and settings now exist for them to use keyboards and trackpads easier.In this episode, I give suggestions on what accessibility options shou...
2023-06-1430 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast34. How Home Automation Makes Taking Care of Homes Easier for Disabled PeopleThe term ‘home automation’ was coined in the automobile industry about 1940, to describe the increased use of automatic devices and controls in mechanised production lines. Like many other things, it has continued to grow since the 1990s and the 2000s, and while the creators of some films that have premiered in the last 40 years didn’t get everything right, some noticeable films that have came out which feature home automation include the likes of ‘Back to the Future 2’ and ‘Despicable Me’.In this episode, I summarise the ways home automation makes it easier to complete day to day activities...
2023-06-1018 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast33. Top 5 Technological Fixes To Attending Events Throughout the Coronavirus Pandemic That Could Keep On Making the World More AccessibleIn November 2020, the UK was just about to go into its second national Lockdown, which led to a trend in panic buying again, as well as a Christmas where the number of people you were allowed to celebrate with were number, and a more devastating future for Tourism. But while everyone were still forced to stay inside, online conferences and virtual tours were introduced, to help keep the Tourism industry alive, while also making various venues way more accessible.In this episode, I sum up 5 technological fixes to attending events throughout the pandemic that could help make...
2023-06-0823 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast32. How Streaming Services, Gaming and Video Chat Software Made it Easier for Disabled People to Shield During the Coronavirus Pandemic (DHM2020 First Ep)No one was expecting the 2020s to start out like they did, after the Coronavirus Pandemic decided to pay us too long of a visit, that saw us all longing to throw it out of society by the end. During this time, every government around the world (apart from Sweden) decided they couldn’t trust the human race with anything, and as such, we were all grounded until further notice, and told we weren’t allowed to meet up with friends.But during these times, we were in encouraged to meet up with friends via digital means, such...
2023-06-0418 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast31. Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gaming Headset for Xbox/PC ReviewThe Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gaming Headset was released by Turtle Beach back in 2017, and comes with superhuman hearing, a ProSpecs design, as well as virtual surround sound through Windows Sonic.Now available for between £75-£89.99 through various retailers, it can be bought for cheap enough costs from various retailers, making it a good option for people on a budget.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/uNnfpEVsQ2MMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Re...
2023-06-0213 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast30. The Manfrato Variable Friction Arm / Should You Buy It or Equivalents?Based in Northern Italy, Manfrotto is a company that designs, manufacturers and markets camera and lighting support equipment for photographers / videographers. But while their tripods and arms are helpful with photography and when you're shooting videos, they're also helpful when it comes to helping disabled people to game, who often need help holding down more than one button at a time.In 2021, I loaned in one of Manfrotto's mounting arms in from the Special Effect Gaming Charity. In this episode, you’re going to hearing another part of the Experiments of Adaptive Gaming series, as I tell you...
2023-05-3014 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast29. Marvel Avenger's Video Game ReviewThe Marval Avengers first came out in 2020, and is set in a world where a catastrophic accident has just resulted in massive devastation. Not only this, but it won the Golden Joystick Award of 2020. It was also directed by Shaun Escayg and Morgan W Gray.In this episode, I review it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/y1W45nsKE_oMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube...
2023-05-2812 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast28. Latchboxes and Whether or Not They Help Disabled Gamers Play Racer / Shooter GamesA Latchbox is a device that helps disabled people play Racing / Shooter games, or any game that requires you to hold down two buttons at a time. In this episode, I review it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/MtHY0rSFfkAMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9...
2023-05-2814 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast27. Velcro Trays and Clamps and How Much They Help Hold Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch Pro ControllersOne of the main problems you have to overcome if you're disabled and want to get into gaming is how to hold a controller, and up to recently, there was no way to work around this.That was until other devices like Maxess velcro trays and velcro clamps came out, which is what you'll hear a review of in this episode.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/Ar8Ubd93Y4gMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/
2023-05-2312 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast26. Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 Review: How Accessible is It?The Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 is a controller developed / created by Microsoft for their Xbox platforms, that was released in 2019. Designed to meet the needs of today's most competitive gamers, it includes 30 new ways for you to game like a pro, including with new tension thumbsticks (which can be made firmer or looser), the ability to change how much pressure you have to apply to triggers and bumpers, and the ability to remap buttons.In this episode, you'll hear my review of it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/5G4CvV2cCE4
2023-05-1918 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast25. Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Generation ReviewIn 2014, Amazon released the Amazon Echo, which was the world's first smart speaker. Much better known by the name you can use it with (Alexa) the second generation came out in 2016, and it was then followed by the 3rd generation one in 2019.Other models have came out since -- such as the 4th generation and 5th generation in 2020 and 2022. In this episode, however, you'll hear my review of the 3rd generation Amazon Echo Dot, which was released in 2019.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/Qh2jzHWE8EAMy Phoebs Lyle Tech...
2023-05-1511 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast24. Technology Through The Years: How Technology Changed From 2009-2019/20 (first New Year Special)Technology has changed enormously throughout the years, and everyone is being urged to learn even basic technology, or else they risk being left behind.In this episode, you get to go on a big trip back through memory lane, which takes you through all the ways technology changed from 2009-2019/20.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/VRJa-MDu9fkUpdated Version of Video: https://youtu.be/d7lpTH-GrscMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The...
2023-05-1241 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast23. Apple Arcade ReviewApple Arcade is a gaming subscription service by Apple, which they first announced on the 25th of March 2019. It then launched in September 2019 with 71 games, which Apple instantly planned to expand to 100 games by 2020, before growing it to 180 games in 2021, and growing it even further in 2022.As of 2023, over 200 games are available in the library, and with a subscription charge of £4.99 per month or £49.99 per year, it can be seen as a cheaper gaming service for less, and it is expected to grow even more throughout 2023.In this, you get to hear my first initial re...
2023-05-1011 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast22. Dimples Excell Extra Long Stylus Pens Review and Why I’ve Changed My Opinion on ThemDimples Excell is a global online store, which sells stylus pens, football goals / nets and baby bottle warmers. In this episode, you’ll hear a review of their extra long stylus pens and find out why I changed my opinion of them a couple of years after buying them.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/dyC6wwrxYrcMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1Ps...
2023-05-0518 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast21. Boriyuan Smart Keyboard Case for iPad Pro ReviewBoriyuan is a company that sells sleeves and cases for iPads, for Samsung Galaxy tablets, for laptops and more. In this episode, you’ll hear my review of one of their cases for an iPad Pro.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/fRg8lnWO56AMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: ht...
2023-05-0314 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast20. 2018 Generation iPad Pro ReviewThe 3rd Generation iPad Pro was announced by Apple in November 2018, and it was the first iPad to get a USB-C port, as well as being the first to lose the home button and to adopt Face ID as its main way of unlocking the device.In this episode you get to hear a review explaining how accessible it is.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/QjinolwyAQAMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech...
2023-04-3016 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast19. 6 In 1 Cell Phone Lens Kit for iPhone X ReviewThis 6 in 1 Camera Lens Kit comes with a number of photography lenses that you can use by just connecting them to your phone. It is compatible with both iPhones and Android Phones, and includes:A Telephoto LensA Wide Angle LensA Macro Lens (used for capturing close ups)A Fisheye lens, and;A Stardust LensYou also get a miniture tripod.It can be bought on Ebay.In this episode, however, you get to hear a review of it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/s8TTQYK2...
2023-04-2411 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast18. Lamicall Gooseneck Clamp for iPhones, Android Phones and Nintendo Switch ReviewLamicall is a company founded in 2011, and which specialises in phone holders. In this episode, I review their Gooseneck Clamp for iOS and Android phones.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/wbDcpox9TdIMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgASupport this podcast at — ht...
2023-04-2211 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast17. Alfort Selfie Stick Tripod With an Extendable Selfie Stick and Bluetooth Remote ReviewThe Alfort Selfie Stick Tripod is an extendible selfie stick made in China, and comes with a Wireless remote which is compatible with most iOS and Android phones, as well as digital cameras, including Cannons and GoPros. It can fit into your bag and come with you everywhere, and is built of premium Aluminium, giving it a strong construction.In this episode, you’ll hear a review of it.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/-b2T67cmvCEMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Ot...
2023-04-0910 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast16. IK Multimedia iRig Lavalier Microphone Unboxing and ReviewThe iRig Lavalier microphone is sold by IK Multimedia, which is a company founded by Engineers. Enrico Iori and Davide Barbi in 1996 in Italy, and that has musicians at the heart of everything it does. In 2015, the company released their iRig Mic Lav — as they took a leap into broadcasting via mobile apps.In this episode, you’ll discover what you get in the box, and find out whether or not you should buy it.LINKSOriginal Videos: https://youtu.be/4c3Yuz_7CPw?si=VgePIu_uSsS-WKF4 / https://youtu.be/JdQXLIp9kDA?si=hyEu2f...
2023-04-0811 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast15. Anker Wireless Charger for iPhone X ReviewAnker is a tech company that designs chargers etc for Apple and Samsung Phones. in this episode, I review one of their wireless chargers that is compatible with the iPhone X.LINKS:Original video: https://youtu.be/-b2T67cmvCE?si=gqP7fMCaj7xkaPzbMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https...
2023-04-0308 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast14. The Top 6 Most Accessible Games to Download on iPhoneEveryone loves playing games. But while games do bring people enjoyment, not all of them are accessible, In this episode, I outline my list of the top 6 most accessible games to download on an iPhone.LINKSOriginal Video: https://youtu.be/LwDNrJlje9QMy Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My Other Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.com/The PL Tech Reviews YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAThe Phoebs Lyle Journalism YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel...
2023-04-0112 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast13. The 6 Most Accessible Apps to Download on an iPhoneThe Apple App Store is packed with millions of apps, branded towards every single person who might need them. But have you ever wondered which of those apps are the most accessible, if you’re a disabled person needing to consider how you can use an app? In this episode, I tell you about the top most accessible apps you can download on an iPhone.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/F0XfSHPeJNAWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891...
2023-03-2610 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast12. How to Set Up Assistive Touch to Help Take a Screenshot on iPhone X *Works With Other Models As Well*Assistive Touch is an accessibility feature on iOS which allows you to assign customisable functions to touch controls. In this, I explain how to turn it on.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/dOnl0oLaDWQWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOW:My Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslylePhoebs Lyle Tech Reviews’ Twitter: @PlTechReviewsPhoebs Lyle Tech Reviews’ Instagram: @pltechreviewSupport this podcast at — https...
2023-03-2411 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast11. Why I Don’t Like the Nintendo SwitchThe Nintendo Switch is Nintendo’s current main product. In this, I tell you everything I think of it.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/Ihx_gk3VGHkWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOW:My Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslyleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-03-2013 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast10. Everything I Think About PlayStation + My Thoughts on PS4 / PS5The PS4 came out in 2013, and although it has now been branded an old console compared to Sony’s new console, the PS5, it is still a console that a lot of people have decided to get now, as it has went down in price.But in this episode, I give all my thoughts on it and on PlayStation in General.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/HdvFgUZf0wYWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FO...
2023-03-0413 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast9. PDP One Handed Joystick ReviewThe PDP One Handed Joystick is a joystick that can be used with the Xbox Adaptive Controller, and in both Left and Right handed mode. But how accessible is it?LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/7eTZ8hhB8esWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOW:My Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslyleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-03-0310 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast8. The Best Switches to Buy and Use with the Xbox Adaptive ControllerHave you ever wondered which external switches are the best to use on your Xbox Adaptive Controller? In this, I judge the top 5 switches you should use, from which ones require more pressure and which ones require less.LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/EwMH3HaqyjIWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOW:My Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslyleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-accessible-technology-podcast/donations
2023-02-2615 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast7. The Xbox Adaptive Controller ReviewThe Xbox Adaptive Controller came out in 2018, and is the first controller made by a major gaming company which is for physically disabled people. In this episode, I give it a review.Link to Video:https://youtu.be/oUpKS61AMEALink to website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/Link to YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOWMy Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslylePhoebs Lyle Tech Reviews Twitter: @PlTechReviewsPhoebs Lyle Tech Reviews’ In...
2023-02-2516 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast6. Xbox One S Minecraft Edition ReviewThe Xbox One S was originally launched in 2016, but the Minecraft edition only came out in 2017. You can get a version of the console which is a digital only console and a version which has a disc drive, but whichever one you get, you'll have access to a wide range of games, thanks to Xbox's Backwards Compatibility, including some of the original xbox games; xbox 360 games, the full Xbox One library of games and some Series X/S games. Furthermore, it also supports Bluetooth controllers, but beyond all of this, how accessible is it for disabled people?
2023-02-2015 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast5. Apple’s iPhone X Review with BONUS Set Up TipsApple first released the iPhone X in 2017, and it had a lot going for it. It was the first iPhone to come with Face ID, and is even compatible with wireless chargers (though not magnetic ones). But even so, how accessible is it?LINKS:Original Video: https://youtu.be/2EXCBocgyskWebsite: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891TO FOLLOW:My Personal Twitter: @PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: @therealphoebslylePhoebs Lyle Tech Reviews’ Twitter: @PlTechReviews...
2023-02-0817 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast4. Apple TV 4K 1st Generation ReviewThe Apple TV 4K First Generation was first introduced in 2017, following on from 4 other models, including the first of Apple’s tv boxes which was released 10 years beforehand. The only colour it is available in is black, but Apple does give you slightly more choice when it comes to the Storage Capacity, with a choice between 32GB or 64GB, and it also lets you connect Bluetooth devices to it, including your phone or bluetooth game controllers.You can currently buy the first generation 4K Apple TV model for between £75-£99, compared to £149 for a wifi version of the c...
2023-02-0513 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast3. 15” Mid-2015 MacBook Pro ReviewThe mid 2015 15” MacBook Pro by Apple is the last of Apple’s Retina model macs, and the first to feature a Force Touch Trackpad. The last to include a full array of ports, which include a MagSafe 2 Power Port, 2 Thunderport ports of up to 20GBps, 2 USB 3 ports of up to to 5GBps, an HDMI port, a 3.5mm headphone jack and an SDXC card slot, it also allows you to connect to Bluetooth keyboards and trackpads.But with it now being down to £282, with some going for lower, is it still worth buying?In this episode, I’ll...
2023-02-0218 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast2. Apple Magic Keyboard ReviewApple launched their first external Magic Keyboard in 2015, and have released numerous ones since. In this episode, I review the one I have, while answering the question about how accessible it is.LINKS:My Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My PL Tech Reviews YT Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891My Portfolio Site: https://phoebelyle.com/The Phoebs Lyle Journalism YT Channel: https://youtube.com/@phoebslylejournalism5447Original vid: https://youtu.be/ec01-U4ntaASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...
2023-01-2515 minThe Accessible Technology Podcast1. Skullcandy Uproar Wireless Headphones ReviewSkullcandy is an American headphone company, founded by Rick Alden in 2003, and which sells wired and wireless earphones and headphones, at somewhat an affordable price. Some of their current headphone brands include Hesh, Riff, Crusher and Cassette headphones, and with a good range of earphone brands and gaming headsets to choose from as well, they are a really good brand!But it's their Uproar Wireless Headphones that have been discontinued on their website (although you can still get them on Amazon). I bought them in 2019 while I was completing my second year of an HND in Broadcast...
2023-01-2116 minThe Accessible Technology PodcastThe Accessible Technology Podcast IntroHello and welcome to The Accessible Technology Podcast! This podcast is for disabled people who are interested in technology, and as someone who is paralysed from the neck down and has been for 21 years, I will be giving advise on what is the most accessible tech for you to use.TO FOLLOW / SUBSCRIBE TO:LINKS:My Phoebs Lyle Tech Reviews website: https://pltechreviews.co.uk/My PL Tech Reviews YT Channel: https://youtube.com/@pltechreviews5891My Portfolio Site: https://phoebelyle.com/The Phoebs Lyle...
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The Phoebs Lyle Podcast24. My Reactions to Elon Musk Taking Over Twitter: A Mixed Blessing for Fighting Hate Speech?Elon Musk completed his deal to take over Twitter on October 28th, for $44bn. In this episode, I describe my thoughts on this, as well on whether or not a return to hate speech is something we should be worried about.My Affiliate Link for Red Circle: https://redcircleinc.grsm.io/z8b5rhsa9naeLINKS TO FOLLOW:My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.ukMy Personal / Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Second YouTube Channel: Phoebs Lyle JournalismMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/Phoebslyle
2022-11-0323 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast21. Reacting to Apple's September Event 1 Month Later: Is Apple's New Tech Accessible Enough & Worth It?Apple's September event was streamed on 7th September 2022, and included the announcements of three new versions of the Apple Watch, the iPhone 14, and a new version of AirPods. In this video, I give my reactions to Apple's latest releases, 1 month after the event took place.TO FOLLOW:My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.ukMy Personal / Portfolio Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Second YouTube Channel: Phoebs Lyle JournalismMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebslyleTechnology Reviews' Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechReviewsuk_
2022-10-0749 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast16. Reactions to WWDC22: Is iOS16 Accessible Enough and What Are My Thoughts About Apple’s M2 Macs?Apple's Worldwide Developers' Conference - often referred to as WWDC - took place from 6th until the 10th of June 2022, and which featured sneak peaks of iOS 16, as well as the first M2 Macs.But what are my thoughts, and is the next version of iOS the most accessible? And are the new M2 Macs really worth upgrading?TO FOLLOWMy Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.ukMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: https...
2022-06-2021 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast15. Should E-Games Be Considered as an Equivalent for Disabled Sport?THE Commonwealth Games will run from July 28th – August 8th in Birmingham, making it the fourth time that England has hosted the games. Having first been held in 1930, the Games has changed its name over the years, reflecting the change from Empire to Commonwealth.Its format has also changed a lot as well, with 2002 marking the first year disabled sport was included.But since the beginning of this year, there have been discussions around the possibility of E-sports being added into the Commonwealth Games — which has also been discussed as a possibility for other sporting tourn...
2022-06-1913 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast14. Blue Badges Removed as Acceptable Voting ID / Anlan Neck Massager ReviewIn 2021, Westminster past the Elections Act 2021, which removed Blue Badges from the list of acceptable voting ID. But the Act has led to some disabled people being disadvantaged during elections.In Part 1 of my investigation into this story, I will outline what my experience trying to vote in the 5th of May Assembly Election, as well as what I’ve discovered about the case as well.Also, what are my views on the Anlan Neck Massager?TO FOLLOW:My Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy...
2022-06-1216 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast13. Politics Made Simple Part 8: What are the Top Issues People Will Be Voting for in Northern Ireland’s #AE22?Northern Ireland has a habit of voting for Parties that stand for Green and Orange issues, which has worked for every Party, especially the DUP and Sinn Féin. There’s been signs that might be changing, however, as both Parties lost votes after the 2019 General Election, but still, there’s signs that this might still be the way the public will vote.You could also say that the Northern Ireland Protocol is also getting mixed into orange politics, as one Unionist Party say they’re interested in dealing with the Protocol through negotiations, while t...
2022-05-0513 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast12: What is the Difference Between Loyalism, Unionism, Republicanism, Nationalism and Neither?There’s been a lot of terms used in my last lot of videos that might be hard to understand for anyone not from Northern Ireland, so in this video, I’m going to explain what each of them mean.TO FOLLOW:My Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Technology Reviews Blog: https://technologyreviews.co.ukThe PL Tech Reviews YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebslyleMy Personal Instagram: http...
2022-05-0209 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast11. Politics Made Simple Part 6: What are Northern Ireland’s Other Political Parties?Northern Ireland has other political parties as well — who normally don't get that large of a percentage when it comes to the vote — but that could all change this year, with all of the politics that could make or break this election.This is a long video, so each part is broken into chapters, depending on which party you want to hear about.CHAPTERSTO FOLLOW:My Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.comMy Technology Reviews Blog: https://technologyreviews.co.u...
2022-04-2919 minThe Phoebs Lyle PodcastThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast Episode 9 (The Northern Ireland Assembly Election) Part 4: What is The UUP?The Ulster Unionist Party (better known to the common folk as the UUP) are the second biggest Northern Irish Unionist Party, though they were the biggest dating from the formation of Northern Ireland in 1921 until the '70s when direct rule was ordered, but they still stayed influential until 2005 when they lost the title of 'Biggest Unionist Party' to the DUP.As of April 2022, the UUP is currently led by Doug Beattie, who has changed their entire manifesto to being a lot more moderate, and away from their backwards-thinking traditional views, which meant they...
2022-04-1713 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast9: Politics Made Simple (Northern Ireland’s Assembly Election Part 4): What is The UUP?The Ulster Unionist Party (better known to the common folk as the UUP) are the second biggest Northern Irish Unionist Party, though they were the biggest dating from the formation of Northern Ireland in 1921 until the '70s when direct rule was ordered, but they still stayed influential until 2005 when they lost the title of 'Biggest Unionist Party' to the DUP.As of April 2022, the UUP is currently led by Doug Beattie, who has changed their entire manifesto to being a lot more moderate, and away from their backwards-thinking traditional views, which meant they...
2022-04-1713 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast8. Politics Made Simple (The Northern Ireland Assembly Election) Part 3: What is the SDLP?The SDLP is the second biggest Nationalist party in Northern Ireland, and were one of the two main parties who helped compromise The Good Friday Agreement.In the current day, they are led by Colum Eastwood.But what are the important things you need to know before the election on the 5th of May? In this podcast, I will explain all of their key beliefs in a way that is easy to understand.TO FOLLOWMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.com/My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co...
2022-04-1511 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast7. Politics Made Simple (The Northern Ireland Assembly Election) Part 2: What is Sinn Fein?Sinn Fein is the biggest Republican Party in Northern Ireland, who currently hold the Deputy First Minister post. But what are their political views, and what would you be voting for if you voted for them on the 5th of May?TO FOLLOWMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.com/My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.uk/The Phoebs Lyle Journalism YT Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgAThe PL Tech Reviews Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAMy...
2022-04-1013 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast6. Politics Made Simple (The Northern Ireland Assembly Election) Part 1: What is The DUP?The DUP is the biggest Unionist Party in Northern Ireland, but what are their political beliefs, and what will you be voting for if you vote for them on May the 5th?TO FOLLOWMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.com/My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.uk/The Phoebs Lyle Journalism YT Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgAThe PL Tech Reviews Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCN3KXB2-z8iisuS1PspjwIAMy Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoebslyleMy...
2022-04-0811 min
The Phoebs Lyle Podcast5. The Grand Opera House's Rebuild Part 2The Grand Opera House in Belfast has been one of Northern Ireland's most recognisable theatres since it opened in 1895, and has been a family favourite venue for generations since, its Christmas Pantomime being popular each year. I did a review on how accessible it was back in October, at which time I promised a follow up. Here's the part 2 I came up with after going on a private tour slightly before Christmas.TO FOLLOWMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.com/My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.uk/The...
2022-01-2917 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast4. School of Rock @ The Grand Opera House, Belfast, ReviewSchool of Rock’ has been a family favourite since the film — starring Jack Black — came out in 2003, and after being transformed into a musical in 2015 — with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and the Playwright being Julian Fellowes — the stage show has also been met with worldwide success.The show ran from the 9th of November – 13th of November at the Grand Opera House, Belfast, as part of it’s UK Wide Tour, and I went to see it on the 12th. Since then, I had a pretty hectic November that has made me unable to write...
2021-12-3110 minThe Phoebs Lyle Podcast3. The Grand Opera House, Belfast Rebuild Review Part 1The Grand Opera House in Belfast is Northern Ireland’s most recognisable theatre, The Grand Opera House in Belfast is Northern Ireland’s most recognisable theatres. Open since 1895, it is known for staging musicals, comedies and pantomimes — making it an all round family favourite venue — and with its much anticipated rebuild now complete, the theatre is now back!But how accessible is it if you’re a family with a disabled person, or if you’re a disabled person wanting to go out for the night with your friends? In this article, I will be reviewing how easy it was...
2021-10-2108 min
The Phoebs Lyle Podcast2. Six The Musical at The Grand Opera House ReviewDivorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived!'Six The Musical' is a musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, about the six wives of Henry VIII. It came to the Grand Opera Hose in Belfast in October 2021. Here's my review of it anyhow.TO FOLLOWMy Journalism / Film Production Website: https://phoebelyle.com/My Technology Reviews Website: https://technologyreviews.co.uk/The Phoebs Lyle Journalism YT Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCbPQAzDKcmFLwg_m9BAlwgAThe PL Tech Reviews Channel: https://youtube.com...
2021-10-1510 min
The Phoebs Lyle Podcast1. BBC Ghosts Series 3 ReviewHi everyone, and a very big welcome to the official first episode of The Phoebs Lyle Podcast! To introduce myself, my name is Phoebe Lyle although I go by Phoebs, and I graduated with an HND in Broadcast Journalism in 2019 from the Belfast Met, before taking a bit of a year out to think about what I wanted to get into, which then went into 2020, and we all know what’s happened with the job market since.So I’ve created this podcast as a bit of a way in to all...
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