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 experience even more powerful—and more personal. From smarter scheduling to on-the-go entertainment and hands-free news delivery, this month’s update is all about making everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable.

Let’s take a look at what’s new!

Podcasts, Pocket-Sized!

Falling behind on your favorite shows? Not anymore! The brand-new Podcasts app on BT Speak lets you subscribe, search, and download episodes—all from your trusty pocket computer.

Picture this: you're heading out for a walk or sipping coffee in the kitchen, and boom—you’re catching up on “Access On” or getting tech insights from “Double Tap”.

Designed with Blazie mode's user-friendly, text-based interface you know and love, the Podcasts app makes it easy to browse subscriptions and jump into the content that matters to you. Whether you're into storytelling, science, or staying up to date on accessibility news, you’ll always have something to tune into—right in your pocket.

Don’t Forget—BT Speak Won’t Let You!

Got a full plate? Whether it's meetings, birthdays, or dinner with the in-laws, BT Speak's new Calendar Reminders feature has your back.

You can now set custom alerts for any event—choose from 30 minutes, 1 hour, 3 hours, or even the morning of. When the time comes, BT Speak chimes in with a tone and a friendly message to keep you on schedule.

Prefer fewer interruptions? No problem. You can disable notifications and still check your reminder list anytime. It’s perfect for staying organized without being overwhelmed. With this new feature, missed appointments are a thing of the past.

The Morning Paper, Blazie Style

Imagine this: you’re on the bus during your morning commute, sipping coffee, and you want to catch up on the headlines. No need to search or download—your BT Speak already took care of it.

Thanks to the new Daily Download feature from NFB Newsline, your favorite newspapers and magazines are automatically delivered to your device every morning at 6:00 AM (as long as it's powered on). Don’t worry—it won’t wake you up! A few gentle pulses let you know the news is being updated in the background.

Once it’s downloaded, everything is saved to your Library/Newsline folder, ready for you to read on your own time. Want to toggle it on or off? Just head to the Newsline menu and press W to adjust the Daily Download setting. It's your news, on your schedule!

One Mighty Update, Three Cool New Features

With this latest BT Speak update, we’ve packed your pocket companion with features designed to make everyday life a little easier and a lot more fun.

Whether you’re diving into your favorite podcasts, staying on top of appointments with custom reminders, or catching up on the news over breakfast, BT Speak is ready to help you stay informed, organized, and entertained.

Give these new features a try and see how BT Speak keeps evolving to meet your daily needs. As always, we can’t wait to hear what you think! After all, our customers are the driving force behind what the product becomes.