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Online | 4th Wednesday of each month | 3:00 – 4:00 PM EST

A live, online workshop focused on education and awareness around assistive technology.

Tech Talk is a monthly, live webinar designed to highlight assistive technology topics that support accessibility, independence, and everyday use. Each session focuses on a specific subject and offers guided learning through presentation, examples, and discussion.

With rotating topics and occasional guest speakers, Tech Talk may explore accessible digital books, the latest iOS updates, creative low-tech labeling solutions, and other tools and trends shaping inclusive technology. Sessions are designed to be informative, engaging, and approachable, whether you’re new to assistive technology or looking to stay current.

Open to blind and low vision individuals, allies, professionals, and anyone interested in inclusive technology, Tech Talk provides an accessible way to learn, ask questions, and stay informed—no matter where you’re joining from.

What to expect:

  • Topic-focused presentations on assistive technology
  • Occasional guest speakers and subject-matter experts
  • Practical insights and real-world context
  • Time for questions and discussion

Join us online to learn, explore, and stay connected to the evolving world of assistive technology.

Questions about Tech Talk or registration? Contact us!

Upcoming Tech Talks
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Tech Talk Library

Did you miss a talk or would like to listen to one again? We have collected all our monthly informational talks from experts in various fields for you to listen to anytime and anywhere. If you like what you hear, please feel free to share!

  • Tech Talk Webinar

    NaviLens: Empowering Independence for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision

    November 18, 2025 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts dive into how NaviLens technology is empowering greater independence for people who are blind or have low vision.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Tech for Transit: Navigating the MTA with NaviLens

    September 16, 2025 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts and the MTA’s Accessibility team explore the NaviLens app, how it works, and how it can help you navigate the MTA system with confidence. To get the most out of the workshop, download NaviLens (audio) and/or NaviLens GO (visual) ahead of time and test it yourself during the session!

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Ray-Ban Meta Glasses: Overview, Updates and Insights for Use by People with Vision Loss

    June 17, 2025 – Lighthouse Guild technology experts provide an informative overview of the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, with a focus on accessibility and real-world use for people with vision loss.

    Ray-Ban Meta Glasses: Overview, Updates and Insights for Use by People with Vision Loss.
  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Discover Envision Ally

    April 15, 2025 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss Envisions new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistant called Ally! 

    Discover Envision Ally.
  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Seeing AI Update and Review 

    March 18, 2025 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts dive into Seeing AI, the extremely popular and useful smartphone application by, Microsoft, just had an update! Built for people who are blind or visually impaired the seeing AI app, available for free app on iOS and Android devices, uses artificial intelligence to assist with reading printed text, describing scenes, identifying people and much more.

    Seeing AI Update and Review .
  • Tech Talk Webinar

    2024 in Review: Assistive Technology Innovations, Web Accessibility & Reddit /r/Blind

    December 10, 2024 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss advancements that happened in 2024, including the growth of AI-powered tools and wearables, the ongoing impact of emerging technologies, and how mainstream technology is enhancing assistive devices.

  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Exploring Meta Smart Glasses

    June 18, 2024 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss Meta Smart Glasses features and capabilities. 

  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Introduction to iPhone Accessibility (Part 1)

    February 21, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts provide tips on basic accessibility features and how to access them on your device.

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    Introduction to iPhone Accessibility (Part 2)

    March 21, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss the basic accessibility features and how to access them on your device. This discussion highlights accessibility features that help people who are blind or visually impaired.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    All About Alexa

    April 18, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss Amazon Alexa Products.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    RealSAM Pocket Voice Activated Smartphone

    May 16, 2023 – Dr. Bryan Wolynski introduces Voice Activated Smartphone technology and discusses the future of this technology and how it will play a more prominent role in the future as natural language processing improves.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Tech Talk: The Envision App & AI Smart Glasses

    June 20, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss the Envision App & AI-powered smart glasses.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Tech Talk: Accessible Book Reading Platforms

    July 18, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild’s tech experts discuss different book reading platforms such as Audible, the Kindle e-reader, Bookshare and BARD.

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  • Tech Talk Webinar

    Tech Talk: iPhone Tips and Tricks

    August 15, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss iPhone Tips and Tricks. Learn about Smart Typing, Magnifier options, useful voiceover settings, Siri functions and more. 

    Two women interact with their smartphones.
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    Tech Talk: Orientation and Navigation Application Technologies

    September 19, 2023 – Lighthouse Guild tech experts discuss different wayfinding technologies along with special guests; Idan Meir from RightHear, Michiel Janssen from Ayes, developers of the OKO app, Evelyn Tichenor from GoodMaps and Kevin Yoo from HapticNav & Wayband by WearWorks.

    Tech Talk: Orientation and Navigation Application Technologies.

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