David Redmond

producer of tech content for @Vision_IRL🎙️various other audio and media projects too. Visually impaired🧑‍🦯

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@gardainfo Folks you really need to start adding alt text to your images. Messages from Garda info need to be accessible.

[Vision Ireland @Vision_Irl]

The decorations are up, the sweets are in, and the countdown is officially on.

Here’s all you need to know about the live audio description for tonight’s Toy Show. @RTEOne @RTEplayer @RTELateLateShow #LateLateToyShow https://t.co/SmY1FTYem5

[Vision Ireland @Vision_Irl]

As the nights grow longer it can only mean one thing, Halloween is right around the corner!

Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan or up for some spooky vibes here are five horror movies for you to enjoy, all available with audio description on Netflix -
https://t.co/ykt2cv0Rnf

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@chrismccausland great work at the Everyman in Cork tonight Chris. Being V I / blind myself I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was a good show. Hope you found the venue accessible. They’re usually good for me as a cane user at least.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

So, will RTE ditch the repeat of the debate and go for breaking news? Or will they just air it regardless? The TV nerd in me can’t wait to find out.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

We’ve been busy testing. Interesting find.

Issue is more common when VoiceOver is activated within LinkedIn using the Triple Click accessibility shortcut. Issue less likely if voiceover already enabled at startup.

As such, likely more impactful for low vision users vs blind.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

LinkedIn issues getting much worse on IOS. Posts now also not being read by voiceover as seen in below video. Reminiscent of issues with X a few months back.

Issues limited to IOS app and not impacting all users.

@BlindGuyTech @AppleVis @RNIB @Vision_Irl

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

LinkedIn issues getting much worse on IOS. Posts now also not being read by voiceover as seen in below video. Reminiscent of issues with X a few months back.

Issues limited to IOS app and not impacting all users.

@BlindGuyTech @AppleVis @RNIB @Vision_Irl

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

🚨important🚨

Voiceover users: do not update LinkedIn. Comments don’t seem to be read in Version 9.1.483. All comments are simply replaced by the word “like”.

Can this be verified @AppleVis

@Vision_Irl

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@DrrewRya I’d say they’ll do it, although it’s certainly not a cheap show for a broadcaster of their scale. Brilliant public service entertainment though. It shows what they can do when the put a few bob behind a show.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

Great show. Really enjoyed it. Fair play to everyone at RTÈ and Kite. And well done to all who provided great audio description for blind viewers throughout the season. Bring on S2 #TraitorsIRL @RTEOne @RTEplayer @ipushfaders @KiteEnt

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@RTEOne Was team Oyin but now I think I’d rather Kelley wins it. She’s made mistakes but has at least acknowledged it. Time will tell.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@TylerMoran12 Does it get software updates much? I don’t want SkyQ as that will be retired before long most likely.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@cnof83 Like actually. What amazing telly. Public service entertainment at its absolute finest.

And Paudie didn’t even need to vote for Eamon to get him out. Incredible game.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@alanswan @rte @RTEOne @LifeStyleRTE @RTEplayer These are brilliant numbers. Congrats to everyone involved from @rte and @KiteEnt. It’s brilliant also to have audio description available on the series making it more accessible for us blind and visually impaired viewers. Great job all round. @RTEplayer

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@nwl88444048 Do you have a source for that number? I suspect that the show will bring a big player audience in the days and weeks ahead.

[Vision Ireland @Vision_Irl]

Assistive technology company Envision has this morning announced new smart glasses to compete with Meta. Priced initially at €399, the Ally Solos glasses will launch in October and contain many of the same features as their Meta counterparts.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@FranMallon1 @rtenews He’s on Virgin radio now and hosts a book podcast, likely earning more than the €170k deal Rte had on table for podcast+radio.

[David Redmond @DavidRedmond_FM]

@ShinPuca @Vision_Irl Glad you found @Vision_Irl of benefit. Will give you a follow and try jump into a stream at some stage🐺best of luck with the fundraiser.

[Vision Ireland @Vision_Irl]

Today, the European Accessibility Act comes into force.

Over the past 30 days, we’ve highlighted just some of the ways businesses, services, and platforms fall short on accessibility, and what must change.

And as of today, those barriers aren’t just unfair.
They’re unlawful.