Rich On Tech Episode 166 - March 21, 2026
Rich DeMuro brings you the latest tech news, helpful tips, gadget reviews, and more - plus interviews with industry experts - all in this weekly show.
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Rich shares highlights from the 41st Annual CSUN Assistive Tech Conference.
Featured technology and companies:
• Be My Eyes – A free app connecting blind and low-vision users with volunteers through live video. The service now supports over 1 million users, 10 million volunteers, and 185+ languages. The company also introduced Be My Eyes Workplace, which helps employees navigate inaccessible documents and tasks on the job.
• Luna – Smart glasses designed for people with night blindness, using a light-sensitive camera to brighten surroundings and restore independence in low-light environments.
• Mesmo Technologies – Their Bridge Captioning solution provides real-time captions for phone calls on desk phones and computers, helping people with hearing loss stay connected at work. A free companion app is also available on iOS and Android.
• LG Electronics – Showcasing accessibility-focused innovations including their LG ThinQ smart home platform, appliance “Comfort Kit” accessories for easier use, and TVs with built-in accessibility features like real-time AI captions, adjustable audio descriptions, and customizable viewing options.
GUESTS:
Leta Shy, supervising editor at Wirecutter, will reveal the standout tech from Wirecutter’s new “Best New Picks” list and explain how their team tests products to find the smartest buys for consumers.
Patricia Egger, Head of Security at Proton, explains the new “Born Private” initiative and what parents need to know about protecting their child’s digital identity from day one.
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