We begin this episode with some accidental comedy. We mention a topic nobody wants to talk about at all… taxes. While we don’t discuss them in detail in this episode, you can learn more about accessible tax/financial software and apps in this podcast episode. Did you get to enjoy the solar eclipse from your location? While there was a lot more cloud cover here than in many other places, we still had an awesome time. If you felt left out or just want to feel the excitement all over again, there are many archived resources for your enjoyment. Type “NASA solar eclipse coverage” into your favorite ..read more

Welcome to the podcast. This episode contains two very different topics, and we hope one or both will be of interest to you. First, though, we want to thank those who attended our free virtual event on getting comfortable with computers. We’re grateful for the questions you shared to help make our presentation more helpful for you, the listeners. If you weren’t able to attend live, no worries. You can download the audio of the event right here. We next share the final chapter of our story about our Google doorbell. We had a very unfortunate experience as we tried to return it to Amazon, which ..read more

Today’s episode is packed with updates, a demo we hope you’ll enjoy, and the chance to *finally* hang out with us later this month. Yes, at last, we’re having another free event! This time we’re discussing computers. whether you’re buying one, procrastinating about buying one, or just confused on terminology, we hope to make this a fun and informative event with lots of time to ask your questions. What’s the difference between RAM and storage? What are must-have components when shopping for a new computer? What version of Windows or Mac should you get? What should you know as a screen reader o ..read more

We begin this episode by updating you on Kim’s progress with her iPhone 14 Pro. Learn how she feels about it after several weeks of constant use, the surprising features she now enjoys, and whether she misses anything about her old iPhone SE. Find out her tricks for conquering Face ID and the home and app switcher gestures. We expand the discussion to talk about the Actions button on the iPhone 15 Pro Max and Chris’s thoughts. We’re excited to announce that a new front porch edition podcast is in our future. We’re returning to NC for part of April/May, and while our location will be different ..read more

We begin by thanking those of you who have purchased our newest product since its release. We think this information on how to protect yourself from scams is so important, and we’re so happy you’re enjoying learning more about this subject. To learn more about this audio documentation please visit this page. Have you ever browsed Ebay for your assistive technology needs? How’d that work out for you? We share a cautionary tale of a recent experience we’ve had purchasing a braille display from an Ebay seller. We’ll share updates in a future episode. Next, we take a stroll down memory lane. we’ve ..read more

We begin this episode by sharing February's event topic. We'll be discussing the world of Android, comparing and contrasting it with iOS, and sharing where it shines brightest, especially when put up against Apple products. The event takes place on Thursday, February 24, at 8:30 PM ET. For all the infor you need to join us, make sure you're subscribed to the Mystic Access Events mailing list. It's a free, one-way list just for free and paid event announcements. Subscribe on any page of Mysticaccess.com. Chris gives an overview of the very cool clipboard Windows application ClipCache. It's made ..read more

Because it's a bran new year we wanted to focus on ways to renew yourself in today's episode. But first, we have some special announcements. The Mystic Access shop now has the ability to tell you whether you've purchased a product in the past, so you won't accidentally buy it again unless you intend to. Just read carefully when you're adding products to your cart to make sure you're not re-purchasing something by mistake. More details are shared in the episode. Our podcast site now has its very own tip jar. If you aren't really interested in our audio documentation or other products, but enjoy ..read more

Happy Halloween, everyone. To finish off the spooky season, we reminisce about favorite costumes from our pasts, fond Halloween memories, and Halloween mishaps. We bet this segment brings back fun memories for you, too. If you enjoyed our discussion of the Kapsys smart Vision 3 phone last week, don’t forget we’re having a free event comparing multiple accessible cell phone options. It’s on November 16, and you must register to attend. Please paste the following link into your favorite browser to get started: https://www.mysticaccess.com/phoneclass We think we may have provided the wrong impres ..read more

We’re excited to begin this episode by announcing that our first product of the year has been released! Staying Safe from Scams is a three and a half hour overview of the scams you may encounter, tactics scammers use to fool you, and how to prevent yourself from being scammed. We cover email, snail mail, website, phone, text, and romance scams. You’ll also learn about web tools and other strategies to help keep you safe. This documentation is specifically designed from a blindness perspective. The documentation also comes with a comprehensive resource list in .docx format to help you continue ..read more

We have two demos in this episode that we hope will be useful and fun for you. First, Chris explains why he bought a pair of Bluetooth glasses and demos how they work with both the Stellar Trek from HumanWare and his iPhone 14 Pro. We show how they sound by a busy street, on a phone call, and more. To check out the WGP Smart Audio Glasses with Anti-Blue Light and Open Ear Speakers with Bluetooth Connectivity, please visit our Amazon affiliate link. We receive a small commission if you choose to order via this link. Next, Kim has a super exciting update to share about the Philo streaming servic ..read more