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Yes, BT Speak can do that now! November 2025 Edition
The November release has arrived, and this one is special. It includes big new ideas, new learning adventures, smoother media, and a brand-new way to create on BT Speak. Whether you're 8 or 80, this update brings something that will surprise you, delight you, and maybe even inspire your next big project. Let’s dive in. BT Code: Teaching Python, Inspiring Creativity, and Occasionally Arguing With a Pirate over Syntax This is the moment many of you have been waiting for. BT Cod
Stephen Blazie
4 days ago4 min read
How to Receive the Best Tech Support From Blazie Technologies
Blazie Technologies takes great pride in the quality of our products, both hardware and software. However, we like to think that our customer service and support after the sale is one of our greatest and best offerings. We offer support through several channels: our public support forum, private one on one email and phone support. Here are a few tips to ensure that you receive the highest quality support from our staff. Phone Support You can receive phone support from us by c

David Goldfield
Nov 262 min read
YouTube Stream: A Simpler Way to Access the World of Videos
Imagine being able to search, browse, and listen to YouTube’s enormous library of content without ever touching a web browser or fighting through popups and cluttered screens. That is exactly what the YouTube Stream application makes possible on BT Speak. It provides fast, direct access to YouTube through a clean text-based interface designed for speed and simplicity. Built entirely for Blazie Mode, YouTube Stream delivers an experience that is streamlined, intuitive, and dis
Stephen Blazie
Nov 143 min read
I Just Got My New BT Speak. Now What Do I Do?
After placing your order with us and receiving your new BT Speak, you open the box, examine the contents and you might then be wondering what you should do next. How can you learn about how to turn on your new BT Speak so you can start using it and learning about all of the features that it offers. Check Your Email One of the first things Blazie Technologies does after receiving an order for a BT Speak is to email each new customer a copy of our Getting Started guide as well

David Goldfield
Oct 313 min read
Celebrating the Legacy of Braille 'n Speak: A Journey Through Time
The Evolution of Assistive Technology Most of our blog posts focus on the BT Speak. This is understandable; it is our flagship product and receives frequent updates that add new features and continually improve this amazing little computer. However, I thought I’d shift gears for this post. It was around October of 1987 that Blazie Engineering first released the Braille 'n Speak. This product was noteworthy for several reasons. A Revolutionary Product Braille 'n Speak was one

David Goldfield
Oct 174 min read
Pocket Power: Web Browsing with BT Speak
At Blazie Technologies, we like to call BT Speak a pocket computer. It’s small, but every bit as powerful as the computers you already know. One of the things BT Speak does especially well is giving you efficient access to the Web. Even better, you’re not limited to just one browser. You get two right out of the box: Firefox and Chromium. If you prefer something else, that’s possible too. Thanks to Linux and the open-source community, there are many other browsers that can be

David Goldfield
Sep 264 min read
The Radio Tuner- your global passport to 50,000 stations
Imagine being able to tune into more than 50,000 radio stations from every corner of the globe, all from your portable Braille computer....
Stephen Blazie
Sep 183 min read
Maintenance Contracts Explained: Protecting Your BT Speak
At Blazie Technologies, building on the legacy of Blazie Engineering, everything starts and ends with the customer. Your BT Speak isn’t...
Stephen Blazie
Sep 112 min read
Yes, BT Speak Can Do That Now! September 2025 Edition
BT Speak continues to grow stronger in September. In this article, we explore what's new.
Stephen Blazie
Sep 33 min read
Blazie Mode: Innovating Accessibility in a Graphical World
The design of user interfaces for blind users has historically been shaped by the principles of efficiency, predictability, and...
Stephen Blazie
Aug 253 min read
BT Speak Quick Tips: Check Time, Date, and Battery Status on the fly!
Why this is cool Sometimes you need the time, today’s date, or battery level while you’re in the middle of another task. Do you ever...
Stephen Blazie
Aug 192 min read


Yes, BT Speak can do that now! July 2025
Welcome to the July edition of our update blog! We’re excited to introduce a fresh set of features designed to make your BT Speak...
Stephen Blazie
Jun 302 min read


Yes, BT Speak Can Do That Now: the May Edition
BT Speak raises the bar once again for braille computing. The May software update focuses on productivity and simplicity, introducing...

Blazie Technologies
May 74 min read
Exciting Features in the Latest BT Speak Update
Lost in the Menu? Not Anymore. One standout feature in this April update is the new Menu Search tool. This intuitive function allows...

Blazie Technologies
Apr 144 min read
Yes, BT Speak Can Do That Now! October 2025
BT Speak just keeps getting better. The October update brings even more ways to connect, create, and control your experience. From faster...
Stephen Blazie
Oct 83 min read
BT Speak Makes Every File Accessible
BT Speak is much more than a note-taking device. It’s a flexible pocket computer designed to handle the wide variety of files you...

David Goldfield
Oct 32 min read
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