Welcome to the 2024 Unmute Holiday Gift Guide! This year, Michael Babcock and Marty are joined by Chris Cooke and Liz Botner to bring you a curated list of tech treasures and thoughtful gadgets perfect for the holiday season. From practical tools to fun gadgets, we've got something for everyone on your list.

Episode Highlights:

• Cane Lights for Visibility: Jane shares her recommendations for the Faroes Cane Light from AmbiTech and the Taglit magnetic light from Niteize, perfect for cane users needing extra visibility during the darker winter months.
• Kosari Dual Blaze Air Fryer: Evan Starnes introduces us to a unique air fryer with dual heating elements, making it easier and safer for blind and low-vision users to cook without needing to shake the basket.
• Echo Pop Smart Speaker: Lucy from All Things Lady A recommends the Echo Pop, a compact and affordable Alexa device with impressive sound quality, perfect for small spaces.
• Face Screen for Mac Presentations: Allison Sheridan from the Podfeet podcast talks about Face Screen, a Mac app that makes your presentations more engaging by adding a floating video of your face.
• MagnaLink 360 Pro Magnetic Cables: Chris Cooke highlights these versatile magnetic cables that offer both data transfer and charging, with a swivel head to prevent cable damage.
• Orbit Writer and Turtleback Case: A community member recommends the Orbit Writer paired with a Turtleback Case, ideal for on-the-go Braille input and protection.
• Charge 100W Charging Station: JJ from ATGuys suggests this power hub that can charge multiple devices at once, making it a great stocking stuffer.
• Duolingo Language Learning App: Ramya recommends Duolingo for its accessibility and fun, engaging way to learn new languages.
• Philips Hue Smart Bulbs: Michael Doeys talks about the benefits of Philips Hue bulbs for home automation, offering convenience and accessibility.
• Anchor Nano 3-in-1 Portable Battery Bank: Liz suggests this handy battery bank with a built-in USB-C cable and foldable wall plug, perfect for charging on the go.
• Kroser Backpack: Liz also recommends this spacious and durable backpack, ideal for carrying laptops, Braille devices, and other tech essentials.
• Keyboard Maestro for Mac Automation: Michael Babcock wraps up with a recommendation for Keyboard Maestro, a powerful tool for automating tasks on your Mac.

Special Mention: Don't forget to mark your calendars for Colorado Gives Day on December 10th. Support After Sight and give to the causes you care about. Visit https://coloradogivesday.org/organizations/aftersight to make your donation.

Happy Holidays from the Unmute Team!# You can tune into this call live every Tuesday.

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