Hadley Presents: A Conversation with the Experts - February 15, 2024
For many living with vision loss, watching TV is less enjoyable as they can't see what's happening on the screen very well anymore.
Audio description fills the void by narrating key visual elements. Listen in as Ricky chats with Hadley member and avid audio description user, Judy Davis.
Resources for Apple Voiceover, Chronic Pain, and My Little Secret - February 13, 2024
Today is a loaded episode with lots of news and resources. I talk about my renewed commitment to converting 100% over to voiceover. To do so, I am taking courses on YouTube through a nonprofit organization called iBug Today. iBug empowers blind and visually impaired individuals through accessible technology training. The Intro to Mac VoiceOver training playlist is available here.
iBUG Attends Broadway Performance of "Moulin Roge" and Touch Tour - March 5, 2023
Nearly 15 iBUG members and others in the Housotn blind community attended the Moulin Rouge Traveling Broadway Musical and backstage touch tour. We got to touch and try on portions of the set, props and costumes described by the production stage manager, set designer, props manager, costume manager and a couple of cast members. Twelve 18-wheeler trailers trucks are required to transport the set, props and costumes between venues. See the iBUG Facebook link for pics of the event: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ibugtoday/permalink/2228149524058607/
Sandhya Rao Interview on Atlantic Diaries - March 9, 2023
iBUG Vice President, Sandhya Ra, was recently honored to be featured in a podcast, called Atalanta Diaries hosted by Miss Enma Popli. Below is the link to the podcast  and we encourage everyone to listen to her exciting interviews. The title of the podcast for the interview is the Mission-driven Bionic Lady (Episode 16). https://podcasts.apple.com/.../atalanta.../id1649869805... Atalanta Diaries, a place to listen to insightful conversations with breakthrough women across disciplines & geographies to explore the ebb & flow of their unique journeys. A passion project created & curated by Enma Popli, a certified executive coach, an entrepreneur, HR Advisor & mentor, currently based in Houston, Texas. Every episode of AD will open the door to meet one such breakthrough woman, listen to her courageous journey, learn how she overcame challenges along the way, and be inspired to achieve your own greatness & rightful place at the table. www.enmapopli.com
iBUG Seminar at Houston Eye Associates - March 4, 2023
Some of the iBUG team (Sandhya Rao, Sara Freeman Smith, Ava Carruth and Harshi Trivedi) presented a seminar to patients and staff of Houston Eye Associates to highlight the technical training and social events provided by iBUG Today.
Blast from the Past - January 10, 2019
iBUG members Sandhya Rao, Karen Petty, Nadine Saffell, and Michael McCulloch were recently honored (January 10) at a dinner reception for participants in the "My Heart is Not Blind" project making its debut exhibit at the Witte Museum in San Antonio, Texas.
iBUG members Sandhya Rao, Karen Petty, Nadine Saffell, and Michael McCulloch were recently honored (January 10) at a dinner reception for participants in the "My Heart is Not Blind" project making its debut exhibit at the Witte Museum in San Antonio, Texas.
Michael Nye, photographer and documentarian from San Antonio, has his latest project "My Heart Is Not Blind: On Blindness and Perception" on exhibit January 5 through March 31. Mr. Nye's project was seven years in the making. Learn more about the artist and project…
The photograph shows Michael and Sandhya standing between their respective portraits at the My Heart is Not Blind exhibit. By coincidence, Michael's portrait was next to Sandhya's portrait. Michael’s portrait is on the left and Sandhya's is on the right.
SANDHYA RAO FEATURED SPEAKER AT THE EMPOWERING OURSELVES: THRIVING IN THIS NEW REALITY - DECEMBER 3, 2022
In case you missed it, here is the YouTube link to the Empowering Ourselves: Thriving in this New Reality event for the International Day for Persons with Disabilities held on December 3, 2022. The event was sponsored by the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians. iBUG's Vice President, Sandhya Rao, was one of the featured speakers and you may listen to her presentation at approximately 17 minutes, 30 seconds of the video.
APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Apple introduces iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 14, AirPods Pro 2, AppleWatch Series 8, AppleWatch Ultra, AppleWatch SE 2022, and Apple Fitness+
iBUG HIGHLIGHTED ON THE MACCESSIBILITY ROUNDTABLE PODCAST - JULY 2022
iBUG got a shout out on the Maccessibility Roundtable Podcast, Bonus 008 episode, Wordle in a Nutshell.
THE iBUG GUY ON ABC13 LOCALIS - JULY 9, 2022
ABC13 Localish ran Michael McCulloch's interview from January 2020 again on July 9 and 13. They are highlighting various disability related stories each week in July for Disability Pride Month.
APPLE WWDC 2022 KEYNOTE - JUNE 6, 2022
Apple introduces iOS 16 iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura, and watchOS 9.
iBUG INTERVIEW ON SIGHT INTO SOUND RADIO - APRIL 7, 2022
Sandhya Rao and Michael McCulloch were recently featured on Sight into Sound Radio. They provided a high-level overview of iBUG Today's training services and social events.
HARSHI TRIVEDI ON THE TECH GUY RADIO PROGRAM - MARCH 27, 2022
Harshi Trivedi, co-facilitator of the iBUG Android Insight training session, appeared on the national syndicated The Tech Guy radio call-in program (approximately 1:04:30). Host Leo LaPorte gave a nice shout to iBUG Today.
APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - MARCH 8, 2022
Apple introduces the all-new Mac Studio and Studio Display, new iPad Air, new iPhone SE, and iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro in two new shades of green.
iBUG AT ADA AUDIO CONFERENCE WEBINAR - DECEMBER 14, 2021
The Great Lakes ADA Center in collaboration with the ADA National Network hosted the ADA Audio Conference Webinar titled, “Accessible Technology on Smartphones & Tablets for users that are Blind and Low Vision", featuring Michael McCulloch , President, iBUG, Sandhya Rao, Vice President of Training and Special Events, iBUG, Ava Carruth, Android Insight Facilitator, iBUG and Harshid Trivedi, Android Insight Facilitator, iBUG.
APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - OCTOBER 18, 2021
CHECK OUT THE APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - OCTOBER 18, 2021.
Apple introduces MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, AirPods 3rd Gen, Apple Music Voice Plan and Home Pods mini in five colors.
APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
CHECK OUT THE APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - SEPTEMBER 14, 2021.
Apple introduces iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 13 and 13 mini, Apple Watch Series 7, and the new iPad mini and iPad.
APPLE WWDC 2021 KEYNOTE - JUNE 22, 2021
CHECK OUT THE APPLE WWDC 2021 KEYNOTE - JUNE 22, 2021.
APPLE INTRODUCIES IOS 15, IPADOS 15, MACOS MONTEREY, AND WATCHOS 8.
IBUG CELEBRATES 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY - MAY 22, 2021
iBUG Today would like to thank everyone who attended our 10th Anniversary Celebration. We started off with a trip down memory lane. The iBUG Guy talked about how we got started and when various programs were launched. Then, Kris and Stephen entertained us with a devious interpretation of our iBUG Buzz Conference Call. The iBUG Guy acknowledged those who have been an integral part of iBUG’s journey and otureach. Thank you to Richard, Bonnie, Raul, Stacie, Chelsea, and Kari.
Thank you to Sree, Marian, Marc, George, and Keith for their kind words during the celebration. Herbie and Chanelle got our competitive juices flowing as they tested our knowledge of Apple products and iBUG trivia. Sandhya acknowledged the many facilitators, mentors, and countless volunteers who have helped make iBUG’s mission a reality. Ronnie dazzled us with his vocal skills as he sang a tribute to the iBUG Guy.
Everyone was on pins and needles waiting for the Apple Watch drawing. Siri generated the random number of 22, and that belonged to Brad, who just happened to be celebrating his birthday. Happy birthday, Brad, and congratulations on winning the Apple Watch Series 6. Thank you to all who donated to the Apple Watch drawing. We sincerely appreciate your generosity.
Thank you to old friends who have been there since the beginning and to those whom we have just met in becoming a part of our wonderful iBUG family. We look forward to continuing this adventure of learning accessible technology together. Listen to the recording of the iBUG Today 10th Anniversary Celebration
APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - APRIL 20, 2021
CHECK OUT THE APPLE SPECIAL EVENT - APRIL 20, 2021.
APPLE INTRODUCES THE NEW IMAC, IPAD PRO, IPHONE 12 IN PURPLE, AIRTAG, AND APPLE TV 4K.