Today on the show, Steven and Shaun discuss the new Lotus Smart Switches and hear listener insights on sight loss and the challenges of learning Braille.

The guys begin with a short demonstration of the new Lotus Smart Switches from listener Kevin Chao, who shared a video unboxing of the switches and the easy set up process that goes with them.

There’s lots of interesting topics in the inbox as usual, including the desire for more braille learning opportunities for later learners, the meaning of blind culture compared to other disability cultures, the state of Microsoft and its ARM ambitions, and what exactly UV light does for a water bottle.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Intro

05:22 Exploring Smart Home Solutions: Lotus Smart Switches

11:24 Learning Braille: Challenges and Recommendations

17:37 Navigating Vision Loss: Personal Experiences

23:25 UV Water Bottles and Be My Eyes

30:01 The Impact of Cochlear Implants on Deaf Communities

36:01 Understanding Accessibility and Technology Use

41:24 Braille Technology and Its Evolution

47:55 ARM Technology and Its Implications

53:45 The Future of Audio Description in Live Events