There is a lot of new exciting things going on at Freedom Scientific this fall, and we are pleased to have Dan Clark, director of Training at Freedom Scientific with us this week to discuss all the latest changes, new software versions now in public beta, new products, new changes that make Jaws more affordable for most Jaws users and much, much more... You will not want to miss this exciting information filled interview, and all the new information we cover this week on MainMenu. And, check out all that is new on the new Freedom Scientific webpage at http://www.freedomscientific.com

We have the latest information on all the new tech this fall right here on MainMenu... MainMenu Host David Tanner fills us in with a overview of some of the upcoming content to be carried in the next several weeks on MainMenu so you will be sure not to miss anything. MainMenu Staff Member David Woodbridge brings us the latest information on what is new in the new iOS 8 operating system for all iDevices. This is definently a show you will not want to miss. So be sure to join us on Mainstream, by podcast or download or stream the show from our webpage at http://mainmenu.acbradio.org.

Keeping you on top of the latest technology news, and helping you learn more about the technology you have... MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge gives us a review of all that is new with Apple after the big Apple event announcing the new iPhones and the new Apple Watch. And, Daren Duff andTim Cummings complete their training on the Goldwave sound editor. This week you sure do not want to miss MainMenu.

The excitement is rising for a lot of new tech in the next couple of months, and we highlight a little of what will be happening in the coming week. Then we learn all about iBlink Radio, and learn more of the features of goldwave as MainMenu features these two informative segments for you this week. Scott Davert brings us a demonstration of the new iBlink Radio for Mac thanks to the fine folks at www.applevis.com. And, Daren Duff and Tim Cumings continue their class on using the Gold Wave Sound Editor. We will see you next week to start our coverage of all that is new in the latest tech this September.

Interested in recording classes, lectures, conferences, or family events and then editing those recordings into a high quality file? Interested in submitting a demonstration or interview to Main Menu? Catch Main Menu this week to find out more about the Goldwave sound editor in our next segment of the Goldwave class with Tim Cumings and Daren Duff. This week, we teach you more about effects and introduce you to mixing files.

Just learning Windows 8 or just thinking about switching to Windows 8 you will want to learn more about using Windows 8 on MainMenu this week... We are pleased to feature Mr. Dan Clark from Freedom Scientific as he presents a very informative webiner on using Windows 8 with Jaws For Windows. As manager of the training department at Freedom Scientific Dan does an excellent job of walking you through many new things you probably did not know about Windows 8, and about how you can do a lot more with Windows 8 using Jaws For Windows. And, if you are wanting to know about how to use a Windows 8 computer with a touch screen with Jaws Dan will show how that is done and even tell you where to get a full list of Jaws commands for using Windows 8 with touch using Jaws.

Features on MainMenu for the week of August 15 thru August 21 include: Edgar Lozano brings us a demonstration of Innovative Language. Jenine Stanley brings us tips on looking up an area code. And, Daron Duff and Tim Cumings Bring us Gold wave class part 2 segment 1 of their on going tutorial on the Gold Wave sound editor. Keeping you informed on the latest in accessible technologies for you is our business here at MainMenu!

Maybe the best OCR for iOS devices, an accessible weather station, and we learn more about editing audio with Goldwave are all a part of what you will hear on MainMenu this week. MainMenu first airs on www.acbradio.org/mainstream at 9:00 PM eastern on friday evening. We first hear a short demonstration and first announcement of the soon to be released KNFB Reader for iOS devices. MainMenu staff member David Woodbridge brings a demonstration of Netatmo Urban Weather Station. And, Darin Duff and Tim Cumings bring us the final part of Goldwave Tutorial 1 part three of using the Goldwave Audio Editor.

The E-BOT low vision portable, light weight system and the Zoom H5 Recorder highlight MainMenu this week! MainMenu Host David Tanner interviews David Wilkinson from Hims Inc. with a demonstration of the E-BOT low vision device small and light enough to go with you anywhere. And, Neal Ewers brings us an excellent review of the Zoom H5 Recorder providing high quality professional quality recordings and it is accessible too...

Main Menu is pleased to bring you the final episode of our exhibit hall coverage from the 2014 ACB Convention. In this show, we will hear the latest news, special pricing, and more from Abisee, National Braille Press, Irie AT, Hidow, and the Hadley School for the Blind. After the conclusion of exhibit hall interviews, Chase Crispin speaks with Jeff Bishop about the convention and changes in technology to wrap up our coverage of the 2014 conference and convention of the American Council of the Blind. We hope you have enjoyed our convention coverage, and please contact us with your feedback!