Digital Bytes: CheatSheet, Widgets, and Year-End Tech Reflections”

Air Date: December 29, 2024 Host(s): Michael Babcock Marty Sobo Chris Cooke 00:00 – Intro & Club Unmute Announcement Club Unmute subscription details: Current pricing: \$3/month or \$30/year Price increases on January 1, 2025: \$5/month or \$50/year Join now at Unmute.show 01:28 – Spotlight on CheatSheet What is CheatSheet? Sticky-note-style notes for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Free to use, with a \$5/year upgrade for extra features Mac version: \$7.99 (one-time) plus subscription for cross-device syncing App Store Link: CheatSheet – Notes Widget (iOS) 02:47 – All About Widgets Definition: Widgets are mini companion apps that show quick info. Placement: Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Today View. Customization: Different sizes and info display. Examples: Messages, Weather, Batteries, etc. 06:21 – Tech Reflections for the Year Numa Solutions & Remote Incident Manager Ideal for remote tech support on Mac/Windows getrim.app for free RIM (limited time) AI Tools JAWS PictureSmart: Describes images, charts, and spreadsheets ChatGPT: For translations, quick answers, and more Be My Eyes (bemyeyes.com) Free volunteer assistance; Be My AI feature for image recognition Aira (aira.io) Trained agents for visual assistance and private tasks 12:24 – Be My Eyes & AI Highlights Be My AI handles handwriting, gift bag identification, and more. Great for private reading of cards and notes. 14:05 – Aira Insights Use Aira for everything from setting up new devices to sorting expiration dates. Agents provide confidential, real-time assistance. 17:20 – Final Thoughts & Looking Ahead Connections & Access: RIM, AI, Be My Eyes, and Aira make tech more inclusive. Looking to 2025: Anticipate new AI enhancements and better remote collaboration. Thanks & Credits Music Courtesy: The Shorts Collection https://onj.me/shorts/ Transitions: zapsplat.com For more accessibility tips and app spotlights, subscribe to Unmute Presents! Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/unmute-presents-on-acb-communi/a04bb38d-8d14-4a4a-8401-61d5f7421d54 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Unmute Podcast Network.Read transcript